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Barnet 1945
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Barnet Urban District Council]
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FOOD AND DRUGS ACT, 1938.
The above Act is enforced by the County Authority in this District.
The following table shows the number and nature of the samples taken in the Urban District of Barnet, with the results of the analyses:-
| Article | No. of Samples Taken | Genuine | Extent Adulterated and Form of Adulteration. | Remarks. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milk | 11 | 11 | - | - |
| Sausages | 3 | 3 | - | - |
| Ground Ginger | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| „ Cinnamon | 1 | 1 | - | - |
| Totals | 17 | 17 | - | - |
PUBLIC HEALTH ACT. 1936. SECTION 75.
Fifty-three dustbins were provided after intimation to replace worn out
receptacles, or absence of same. The provision of a proper sanitary dustbin is
a very useful health measure. It also secures uniformity of receptacle and
makes the task of the dustmen cleaner and easier,
WATER SUPPLY.
Two-hundred and sixty nine cases of burst pipes occurred during the year and
repairs were carried out to same.
In six cases the water was cut off owing to the non-payment of rates. This
department was notified by the Barnet Gas and Water Company, and steps were taken
which resulted in the early reconnection of the supply.
FACTORIES ACT. 1957.
Forty-two inspections of factories with mechanical power and twenty-one
inspections of factories without mechanical power were made during the year,
including bake-houses.
One factory was found to be without suitable sanitary accommodation for the
persons working therein. Notice was therefore served upon the owners to remedy
the defects found. This was complied with.
No certificates of adequate means of escape in case of fire were issued by
the Council under section 54 of the Act,