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(ix) The Heating Appliances (Fireguards) Act, 1952.
88 inspections were made of premises where heating appliances
were exposed for sale and as a result of these visits four appliances were
found not to conform with the standards prescribed. These were withdrawn
from sale. I have to report that the appliances found not to
conform with the Act were passed by the manufacturers as complying
with the Regulations. At my request modifications have now been made
to the guards, giving greater strength, etc., and the manufacturers have
given assurances that more attention will be given in their final inspection
to ensure there will be no further breaches of the Act.
However, breaches will continue to occur, until each appliance is
separately tested before leaving the factory. Enquiries show that only
sample tests are made.
(x) The Fabrics (Misdescription) Act, 1913.
The Regulations dated 20th January, 1914 and 12th February, 1914
made under Section 1 of the Act are revoked and have been superseded
by the Fabrics (Misdescription) Regulations 1959, which came into
force on the 11th May, 1959.
These regulations prescribe new standards of non-inflammability for
textile fabrics to which is attributed the quality of non-inflammable or
safety from fire or any degree of that quality. The Act applies to fabrics
either in the piece or made up into garments.
Enquiries have been made of the many fabric dealers in the borough
and it has been ascertained there is but a small quantity of materials
which carry the warranty of non-inflammability. Children's non-inflammable
nightdresses are not in demand by reason of (a) the high cost
(b) the hardness of the material and less dainty appeal.
(xi) Clean Air Act, 1956.
(a) Smoke Control Areas
Preliminary surveys have been carried out in various parts of the
district with a view to the establishment of "smoke control areas" at
some future date. Joint meetings have also been held with neighbouring
authorities to explore the possibilities of establishing joint areas.