Denver-based fast-food chain Chipotle Mexican Grill began reopening 43 restaurants in Oregon and Washington state today that were closed last week after an E. coli outbreak left about 45 people ill.
While the source of the outbreak has not been determined, many in the restaurant and food industry are wondering if they are prepared for a similar incident.
“The concern for food safety continues to grow as our global economy creates demand for more food to be shipped internationally,” said Ian Harrison, a partner at Kansas City, Mo.-based insurance brokerage giant Lockton Cos. “Contaminated food can have a devastating effect on food processors, restaurants, and their customers.”
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