Crèches targeted in E coli crackdown

CHILDCARE facilities and crèches have been singled out by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) as a priority in preventing the spread of the potentially fatal E coli bacteria.

With infants and children particularly vulnerable to the potentially life-threatening consequences of E coli infection, the FSAI has issued a series of guidelines for childcare professionals.

The information leaflet, launched yesterday, advises care in a number of areas including: