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Sutton and Cheam 1938

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Sutton and Cheam]

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THE SLAUGHTER OF ANIMALS ACT, 1933.
All animals slaughtered in the district have been
stunned by means of a mechanically-operated instrument
in accordance with the terms of this Act.
Seven persons were licensed to act as Slaughtermen
during 1938.
BAKEHOUSES.
There are 25 Bakehouses within the District, and
of these 18 are provided with mechanical power. A
good standard of cleanliness is generally obtained.
Systematic inspection revealed the existence of
certain sanitary defects. These, together with the
necessary limewashing, were dealt with without the
need for the service of formal notices.
RATS & MICE (DESTRUCTION) ACT, 1919.
During 1938, 897 visits were made in connection
with rat or mice infested or suspected infested premises,
and 166 premises were satisfactorily cleared of
rats or mice.
In addition to these visits the Council's Disinfector,
who has been trained to assist in this work, has made
17 visits to the Council's properties and 651 visits
to private premises.
SCHOOLS.
The sanitary condition and water supply of the
Schools are satisfactory.
SWIMMING BATHS.
There are two public swimming baths in the
Borough situated at Throwley Road, Sutton, and
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