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be above the normal number. The food supplied in such small shops
is of a wholesome character. The kitchens of the larger premises
require close inspection.
Fried fish shops and fish-curing premises.—The general
condition of these premises is fairly satisfactory. The placing of the
offal immediately in the tins supplied by the contractors and keeping it
covered is important; also, the condition of the tins requires frequent
examination. This is particularly important during the summer
months.
Bakehouses.—The condition of bakehouses has been generally
good throughout the year, and very little difficulty has been experienced
in getting the bi-annual cleansing carried out.
I may point out one matter which is not satisfactory, i.e., the
removal of refuse. This should be done more frequently—say three
times a week. Another improvement would be the more frequent
substitution of paint for the ceilings : the limewashing of ceilings
leads to flakes peeling off and falling on the lower benches.
The introduction of more mixing machinery (for eggs, etc.) has,
I think, greatly benefited the public and the trade.
Slaughterhouses.—The bye-laws applicable to these premises
entail a good deal of burden on the proprietors, but still they are
carried out with goodwill.
The Public Health (Meat) regulations have been met.
Offensive trades.—These premises have been kept in good
order, and the old-time nuisance from offensive effluvia seems to be
almost a thing of the past. Better methods have been adopted.
I had no complaint during the year.
Factories.
The number of factories on the register at the end of the year was
242, made up as follows:—Factory Laundries 3, Factory Bakehouses
17, other Factories 222. Other Factories include Offensive Businesses
2, Food Premises 22. The number of Factories shows a net increase
of 11. Number of visits paid 427.
Workshops.
The number of Workshops on the register at the end of the year
was 157, made up as follows: Workshop Laundries 4, Workshop
Bakehouses 34, other Workshops 119. Number of visits paid 404.