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During the routine inspections of the wharves situated on the
Riverside it was found that large cases of dried milk were being
broken up and repacked and labelled ready for distribution. It was
also observed that these same premises were used for the storage
of such materials as, cement, old iron, raw cowhide ; furthermore,
deposits of dried horse manure were also discovered, and there was
considerable evidence of rat infestation.
Prominently displayed near the dried milk was a Notice warning
workers of the danger of Anthrax arising from the handling of
hides. Further enquiry elicited the fact that the workers on one
particular article might be transferred at a moment's notice to the
handling of the dried milk. An embargo was placed on the whole
of the consignment of the milk pending a thorough examination.
As a result, 76 cases (3 tons, 16 cwt.) were found unfit for human
consumption and dealt with accordingly and the firm in question
have now discontinued the process of repacking dried milk on these
premises.
Milk and Cream Regulations, 1912 and 1917.—One hundred
and seven samples of milk were taken during the year. In no case,
however, was the presence of a preservative reported upon by the
Public Analyst.
Two samples of cream were taken both of which were found to
be free from preservatives.
One sample of Preserved Cream was reported as genuine, the
amount of Boric Acid preservative being 0 25 per cent. The
condition as to proper declaratory label was duly observed.
Owing to complaints being received concerning certain infringements
under the Regulations a Circular was addressed to all Milk
and Cream vendors in the Borough especially drawing attention to
the prohibition of preservatives in Milk and Cream.
Milk for Expectant and Nursing Mothers and Young
Children.—During the year 52,937 lbs. of dried milk of various
kinds have been supplied to mothers and children attending our
Infant Consultation Centres.
Meat.—During the year it was not found necessary to seize
any animal or meat exposed for sale, or deposited in any place for
the purpose of sale, or preparation for sale.
The following were voluntarily surrendered and destroyed :—
1 Bullock.
2 Pigs.