Müller reassuring people after coronavirus death
A worker at the Müller factory near Bridgwater has died after contracting Covid 19 and 95 employees are now self isolating
Last updated 21st Jan 2021
Müller are reassuring customers that their milk products are still safe after a coronavirus outbreak at their Bridgwater factory.
One staff member died and 47 have tested positive.
Almost 100 staff members are now self-isolating but the company says milk production is 'highly automated' and there's no risk to products.
A spokesperson for Müller Milk & Ingredients said:
“We confirm that 95 employees who work at our Bridgwater dairy are currently self-isolating, 47 of whom have tested positive for Covid-19.
“Sadly we can also confirm that a colleague has passed away after being admitted to hospital with Covid-19. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased at this time.
“With support from Public Health England and the local council we are ensuring that the entire workforce at Bridgwater is being tested for the presence of Covid-19.
“As we have done throughout the pandemic, we are placing the safety of our employees first and following best practice as set down by the Health and Safety Executive.
“Standard measures in place include the use of facemasks, distancing, enhanced deep cleaning and hygiene, underpinned by a programme of e-learning, information and audits to ensure compliance and awareness of the measures.
“It is important to stress that fresh milk processing is highly automated ensuring no risk to products, with our Bridgwater facility one of the most modern dairies in the UK.
“Notwithstanding this we have acted to reduce production at Bridgwater as an additional measure at this time, utilising our network of dairies to support.”