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On investigating the reports of H.M. Factory Inspectors, defects other than
those notified have been remedied where necessary. The additional defects
found included :—
(1) W.C's opening directly into workshops, &c.
(2) Gas stoves, &c., not ventilated.
(3) Defective drains.
(4) Defective soil pipes.
(5) Defective urinals.
(6) Defective waste pipes, &c.
OUTWORKERS AND "HOME" WORKERS.
It is obvious that there can be but few " Home" workers in the City.
The total number of Outworkers' premises registered is 197, only 49 of
which can in any way be described as occupied by " Home " workers. The
remainder are ordinary workshops, and appear on the Register of Workshops,
The " Home " workers are visited by your Women Inspectors periodically.
See page 102.
In pursuance of Sections 107, 108 and 110 of the Factory and Workshop
Act, 1901, the Home Secretary on the 23rd May, 1907, issued the following
Order with regard to Home Work :—
" I.—Section 107 (relating to lists of outworkers) and Section 108 (relating to
" employment in unwholesome premises) shall apply to the following classes of
" Work :—
" The making, cleaning, washing, altering, ornamenting, finishing and repairs
" ing of wearing apparel;
" The making, ornamenting, mending and finishing of lace and of lace curtain
and nets;
" Cabinet and furniture making and upholstery work ;
" The making of electro-plate ;
" The making of files ;
" Fur-pulling ;
" The making of iron and steel cables and chains ;
" The making of iron and steel anchors and grapnels ;
" The making of cart gear, including swivels, rings, loops, gear buckles,
" mullin bits, hooks and attachments of all kinds ;
" The making of locks, latches and keys ;
" The making or repairing of umbrellas, sunshades, parasols or parts thereof;
" The making of artificial flowers;