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Disinfestation work is now largely confined to the more
common domestic pests such as flies, ants, cockroaches and wasps,
although one case of bug infestation was dealt with during the year.
School canteens were sprayed with a liquid insecticide to
prevent fly infestation.
The use of proprietary insecticides principally of the liquid
variety and having a residual effect, is proving very effective in
dealing with all types of insect pests. During the year 101 cases
of infestation were dealt with by the department.
COMPLAINTS RECEIVED
General disrepair and insanitary conditions 18
Dampness 13
Defective drainage systems 28
Blocked drainage systems 208
Defective drainage fittings 4
Defective service water pipes 1
Accumulation of refuse, etc. 16
Rats and mice 314
Insect pests, etc. 41
Wasps nests 102
Smoke nuisance 6
Contaminated food 34
Unsound food 37
Miscellaneous 57
Flooding 15
Total 894
VISITS CARRIED OUT AND INTERVIEWS
Number of houses visited in respect of improvement and
repair 319
Number of reinspections made to above houses in respect
of improvement and repair 3,108
Verminous premises 79
Insect pests 56
Water supply 24
Tents, vans and sheds 566
Fabrics Misdescription Regulations 1
Schools 28
Places of entertainment 9
Licensed premises 89
Storage of refuse 17
Accumulation 142
Piggeries, fowls and other animals 92
Stables 14
Rodent control 4,316
Drainage inspected 1,024
Drainage tested 325
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