Holiday food poisoning in Morocco holiday illness claims can leave you feeling out of pocket and in pain. If you suffer sickness in Morocco after eating food in a holiday package tour hotel, you may be able to claim compensation from the tour operator.
If suffer food poisoning in Morocco, make a formal complaint to the holiday representative at your hotel keeping a copy of everything you sign. Make a note of the name of the rep you speak to and the date you make your complaint. Also take photographic evidence if relevant of dirty swimming pools, unhygienic food service areas etc., seek medical help and keep a copy of any prescriptions and receipts for medication. If you are asked to submit a stool sample ask the doctor for confirmation of the results in writing. Once you return to the UK make an appointment to see your GP, and contact a no win, no fee personal injury solicitor as soon as possible who will assess your claim free of charge and advise you how to proceed.
Food poisoning cases at all inclusive hotels in Morocco have increased and, if holidaymakers are being served sub standard food in unhygienic surroundings, the tour operator should pay compensation for any illness which results. Food outbreaks are most common at all inclusive hotels as hundreds of people are served the same food every day and, if that food becomes contaminated, it is likely to affect most of the guests. There is no excuse for serving contaminated food at holiday hotels in Morocco and food poisoning is totally preventable when good standards of health and hygiene are practised.
Never eat undercooked meat or meat which is pink in the middle particularly poultry, burgers or pork from a holiday barbecue. Avoid ice in drinks and only drink bottled water when the seal is intact. If you suspect food has been reheated day after day, refuse to eat it and only eat salads which are served chilled. No dishes should be left out at room temperature particularly in warm environments. Salmonella bacteria spread much more quickly in warm climates and buffet style food provides a breeding ground for bacteria if it is not maintained at the correct temperature or when food is left uncovered and open to insect contamination.
Fridges must be kept clean and food stored properly on the shelves with raw meats always being stored below ready to eat foods to prevent cross contamination. Kitchen floors, walls and work surfaces must be washed regularly and all kitchen utensils must be kept spotlessly clean. Food handlers must also practice good standards of personal hygiene and hands should be washed between preparing different foods and after using the bathroom. Caps should also be worn to prevent hair falling into food and food handler´s gloves should also be worn if they serve the food in buffet-style restaurants.
Food poisoning can be fatal and, if you suffer any type of holiday illness which causes sickness, diarrhoea and stomach cramps, you should get checked out by a doctor immediately in Morocco and when you return home to the UK. Then contact a personal injury solicitor who will help you claim the compensation you deserve. You should not have your holiday spoilt by illness and, if food poisoning has been caused by poor food and hygiene, you should be compensated for loss of enjoyment of your holiday, pain and suffering and medical expenses.
