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It is the practice at present for an inspector to do the work
of his colleague when the latter is away for any reason (holiday or
sickness). This may entail considerable additional work for the
remaining inspector and naturally leads to a lower percentage
examination of cargoes.
In connection with a number of wholesale food premises
there is a great increase of work at certain seasons, and at these
seasons the inspectors must devote more time to these premises,
to the possible detriment of their wharf work.
There are two further reasons for considering the appointment
of an additional Food Inspector. During the last two or
three years there has been a steady increase in the number of
wholesale food premises in the Borough, and there has also been
an increase in the amount of food imported. When trading relations
are officially re-established with Russia, the amount of food
imported from that country will greatly increase. As the Committee
mittee is also aware recent legislation has greatly increased the
powers and duties of the food inspectors, notably in connection
with the Imported Food Regulations and the various grading and
marking Acts. It must be also be borne in mind that although
there has been considerable re-construction and new building in
connection with both wharves and wholesale premises, there has
been no increase in the number of officers employed in this work
since 1908. Neither Mr. Scott nor Mr. Hoskins at present come
under the supervision of the Chief Inspector, and if the Committee
agrees to the recommendations set out below, I think this would
be a suitable occasion for bringing the work of these Inspectors
under the general supervision of the Chief Inspector.
Taking into consideration the above reasons, I am of the
opinion that the appointment of an additional Food Inspector is
advisable."