The ministry issued 1,734 certificates to food handlers and granted 766 food handler permits.
In its efforts to improve the operations of food establishments in Qatar, the Ministry of Public Health inspected 3,221 local food establishments to ensure compliance with relevant laws, standards, and technical requirements.
A total of 7,022 samples from imported foods at the country’s ports were analysed.
Additionally, 10,064 samples from local food establishments were tested for safety and quality.
The “Watheq” electronic food safety system approved 21,457 food items, ensuring they met the necessary standards.
Furthermore, 883 food establishments were registered under the system.
The ministry also responded to 181 public inquiries and complaints about food safety, received through the health sector’s hotline number 16000.
