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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
Chislehurst 1942
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Chislehurst]
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The following Table shows the work carried out in connection with the slaughtering of animals for human consumption:—
| Cattle excluding Cows | Cows | Calves | Sheep and Lambs | Pigs | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number killed (if known) | Nil | Nil | Nil | Nil | 4 |
| Number of animals inspected | Nil | Nil | Nil | Nil | 1 |
| All diseases except Tuberculosis Whole carcases condemned | Nil | ||||
| Carcases of which some part or organ was condemned | Nil | ||||
| Percentage of the number inspected affected with diseases other than Tuberculosis | Nil | ||||
| Tuberculosis Only Whole carcases condemned | Nil | ||||
| Carcases of which some part or organ was condemned | Nil | ||||
| Percentage of the number inspected affected with tuberculosis | Nil |
SMOKE ABATEMENT.
During the year 4 inspections were made in respect of
nuisances arising from the emission of smoke.
SHOPS ACTS.
During the year 419 inspections and observations were made,
and 6 informal Notices were served in connection with the
Shops Acts.
The following contraventions were dealt with during the
year
Insufficient ventilation 4
Additional heating facilities 2
Additional sanitary accommodation 19
Improved lighting 2
Washing facilities 8
Scats for shop assistants 1