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Negligence on the menu - restaurants warned over food safety
Four years after a seemingly ordinary dinner ended in emergency surgery, the Western Cape High Court has served up a stern warning to the hospitality industry. If a hazardous object reaches a diner’s plate, negligence may be inferred unless the restaurant can prove otherwise. In a compelling judgment delivered in Williams vs Beyerskloof Wine Bar (Pty) Ltd (16561/20) [2025] ZAWCHC 240 (29 May 2025), the Court reaffirmed that food safety is not optional. It is a legal obligation.
The hidden secret to a 5-star review: a clean kitchen Original
2 days7 days30 daysBy Industry Show more Advertise your job vacancies A guest’s experience at your hospitality establishment may begin at reception, but it’s often defined by what arrives on their plate. Whether it’s an excellent room-service burger or an exquisite signature dish, this is where your promises of quality, attention to detail, and exceptional care truly come to life.
Dinner served with a side of negligence - judgment a warning to restaurateurs Original
Four years after a seemingly ordinary dinner ended in emergency surgery, the Western Cape High Court has served up a stern warning to the hospitality industry: if a hazardous object reaches a diner’s plate, negligence may be inferred, unless proven otherwise.
Indemnity clauses and disclaimers - do they stand up to scrutiny?
The recent tragic drowning of a Parktown Boys’ High School pupil on a school adventure outing has highlighted the public’s need to understand the purpose and significance of indemnity forms, which are used often, in a range of circumstances, from parking garages to adventure sports. SA law recognises the validity of indemnity clauses, but they may be challenged under certain circumstances. There is a distinction between an indemnity form and a disclaimer notice.
South African Construction Industry, 2017-2022
Enterprises Embracing Disruptive Technologies to Find Growth Opportunities Share this: Published: 5 Feb 2019 South Africa’s multidisciplinary construction industry accounts for a significant proportion of economic growth. This is evident in the country’s GDP as the industry is currently in a challenging cycle following the ongoing pressure on margins, decreased revenues, and struggling order books.
Industrial Water and Wastewater Treatment Chemicals Market Analysis in South Africa, Forecast to 2020
The South African industrial water and wastewater treatment chemicals market is experiencing a shift as mechanical separation and biological treatment methods begin to take the place of conventional methods. This will be compounded by an increase in environmental awareness and more stringent enforcement of water regulations and treatment standards. Treatment chemicals are primarily used in the mining, power generation, petrochemical, pulp and paper, and food and beverage industries.
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