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SHOPS AND OFFICES.
As far as possible inspections have been made of the sanitary
accommodation, washing facilities, heating and ventilation of
shops and offices, and improvements have been effected as circumstances
have permitted.
Surveys are carried out to see that the Shops Act is being
complied with in regard to general closing hours, half day closing
and Sunday trading, and individual inspections are made as
necessary in respect of the conditions of employment of young
persons.
In addition, advice is given to traders on the operation of the
Shops Act as related to specific trades.
FACTORIES AND WORKPLACES.
An official report, copies of which are available, has been submitted
to the Minister in relation to the local implications of the
Factories Acts, 1937 and 1948.
In brief, 214 factories needing to be dealt with by this Local
Authority are registered, and during 1957, 252 inspections were
made following which two written notices were sent. In 13 cases
defects were found, three relating to insufficient and ten to unsuitable
or defective sanitary conveniences. (Two of the former and
two of the latter were referred by H.M. Inspector). Two cases
with insufficient conveniences were remedied as were 21 cases of
unsuitable or defective conveniences.
In addition, 83 outworkers were supervised, 47 of whom were
making apparel and 24 carding buttons. (One of the latter was
working in unwholesome premises). The remaining 12 outworkers
were engaged on household linen (1), umbrellas etc., (1), making
boxes (1), duster dolls (5), Christmas stockings, etc. (4).
HAIRDRESSING ESTABLISHMENTS.
During the year the Ministry of Housing and Local Government
confirmed the draft byelaws submitted by the Council for
approval and these came into force on 1st August, 1957. The byelaws
provide for securing the cleanliness of premises and the instruments,
towels, equipment and materials used in the premises.
Copies of the byelaws were sent to all hairdressing establishments
in the District, and 24 visits were made to ensure compliance.
SCHOOLS.
Matters affecting adversely the hygienic conditions of the
schools are normally reported by the Divisional Medical Officer
to the Divisional Executive or, in the case of the canteens, to the
Central Committee concerned, and many improvements have
resulted.
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