Resolution No. 9 of 1976 defining the sanitary requirements for industries and commercial shops producing or trading in foodstuff. Country/Territory Bahrain Document type Regulation Date 1976 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Food & nutrition Keyword Hygiene/sanitary procedures Inspection Institution Offences/penalties Registration Food quality control/food safety Geographical area Asia, Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Persian Gulf, Small Island Developing States, Western Asia Entry into force notes This Resolution enters into force on 24 August 1976. Abstract The aim of this Resolution is to regulate the production and trade in foodstuff in order to protect the public health. This Resolution is composed of 13 articles. Articles 1 and 2 define the sanitary and administrative procedures for the production and trade in foodstuff. Article 3 specifies the requirements and conditions of facilities destined to the production or trade in foodstuff and in particular: (a) floor; (b) surface and height; (c) airing and illumination; (d) water sources; (e) water closet; (f) refuse; (g) ovens and fire places; and (h) general hygiene. Article 4 deals with the requirements and conditions for workers. Article 5 relates to inspection activities. Articles 8-10 contain offences and penalties. Full text Arabic Website www.legalaffairs.gov.bh