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Ilford 1964
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Ilford]
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(iii) SAMPLING. — The following is the routine practice adopted:-
Designated Milks (Raw and Heat treated). - These are sampled
bi-monthly and after unsatisfactory reports.
3iological Tests. - Samples of all raw milk (if any) are submitted
for biological tests for T.B. quarterly. Repeat samples if
positive after clearance by the Divisional Inspector of the Ministry
of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.
Milk Supplies to Maintained Schools. — These are sampled
monthly and after unsatisfactory results.
The following results were obtained:—
| Grade of Milk | Total | Satisfactory | Unsatisfactory | Remarks on unsatisfactory results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuberculin Tested (Pasteurised) Milk | 19 | 19 | - | - |
| Pasteurised Milk | 64 | 64 | - | - |
| Sterilised Milk | 10 | 10 | - | - |
(iv) BIOLOGICAL TESTS.— No samples of milk were submitted to
a biological test for tuberculosis.
(v) MILK AND DAIRIES ORDERS, 1926 and 1938: INSPECTION
OF DAIRY HERDS. — Two examinations were made by the Veterinary
Officers of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food. The
Ministry's Divisional Officer stated that no cows were found to be suffering
from tuberculosis. No samples of milk were sent for bacteriological
examination.
(vi) LEGAL PROCEEDINGS.— Eleven complaints of the presence
of foreign matter in milk were received and investigated. Legal proceedings
were taken against the retailers in two instances. A fine of £5,
plus £2.2s.0d. costs was imposed in one case and an absolute discharge,
on payment of £2.2s.0d. costs was given in the other case.
(vii) REGISTRATION.— No application for registration was refused
during the year.