It is a house known to everyone in the Lyon metropolitan area. The former mayor, Gérard Collomb, who even had his habits there. The butcher-caterer Vessière saw one of its points of sale closed for hygiene reasons on Tuesday, following a prefectural inspection. A small earthquake in the Monplaisir district, where the business concerned is a neighborhood institution with its corner window on Avenue des Frères Lumières and Place Ambroise Courtois.
The two agents from the departmental population protection directorate (DDPP) had no other choice given the
“serious breaches of hygiene rules”
noted during their visit. Their report mentions the presence of cockroaches and rodent droppings, as well as poor food storage and preservation conditions. Foods, some of which are non-compliant, untraceable or kept at the wrong temperature.
Major work to be able to reopen
The prefectural decree also deplores the dilapidation of the premises, their lack of maintenance and cleaning. And finally points out the absence of hygienic devices for washing hands as well as a lack of knowledge of good hygiene practices. So many grievances which led to the administrative closure of the business.
Business which will have to carry out major work to be able to reopen. From ovens to blocks, from floors to ceilings, from fridges to attics; the equipment will need to be cleaned, renovated or replaced. Around forty requirements are listed by the prefecture, including training of staff in hygiene rules.
After which, only, the business will be able to request its reopening, which will require a new visit and a favorable opinion from the State services.