It seems there was an unfortunate incident involving ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, where a number of employees at their Singapore office experienced symptoms of gastroenteritis, likely due to food poisoning. Here’s a brief rundown:
- Incident Summary: Sixty people developed symptoms of gastroenteritis on a recent Tuesday.
- Hospitalization: Fifty-seven employees were treated in hospitals.
- Cause Investigation: The cause is under investigation by both ByteDance and local health authorities. The office doesn’t prepare food on-site; instead, they use third-party caterers.
- Response: ByteDance has been proactive, cooperating with emergency services and supporting affected employees. The Singapore Food Agency and Ministry of Health emphasized the importance of food safety and warned of potential enforcement actions against any responsible food operators.
ByteDance has been diligent in responding to the crisis, ensuring their employees’ well-being while also cooperating with authorities to determine the cause. It’s a stark reminder of the critical importance of food safety, especially when relying on external catering services.