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found to have a high bacterial count which should be reduced
by efficient treatment.
In addition to the above examinations, the sanitary
inspectors also take routine colometric tests for checking the
efficiency of purification plants in swimming pools. The chlorine
content and pH value is checked by a Lovibond Comparator.
PUBLIC CLEANSING AND REFUSE COLLECTION.
The Borough Engineer reports that the reconstruction of the
3 cell incinerator unit and combustion chamber No. 2 of the
Refuse Disposal Plant was commenced during the year.
SANITARY INSPECTION OF THE AREA.
Table X in the appendix of statistical tables gives details of
the work carried out by the sanitary inspectors during the year,
and the following are the aggregate totals under the respective
headings:—
Housing
Infectious diseases
Food Premises
Factories
Sampling visits
Trade Premises (various)
Rodent Control
Miscellaneous
Total No. of
Inspections
and visits
11878
447
2538
391
282
493
7347
283
23659
Total No
of Defects and
Nuisances found
7345
161
131
59
516
78
8290
In addition, there were 1,791 interviews with owners,
agents, etc., on site and at the office, in connection with the
above work. Notices issued:—
Preliminary: —
Housing 4851
Food Premises 100
Factories, etc. 42
Trade Premises 58
Rodent Control 425
Miscellaneous 125
5601
Statutory:—
Housing 3
5604
Food Condemnation Certificates issued: 1,589.