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Inspection.—Mr. W. Richards, Chief Public Health Inspector,
reports as follows:—
"I have to report that during 1958 the following inspections
were carried out:—
Schools 90 School kitchens 97
"Various types of defects were found as a result of these inspections
and those of a minor character were reported direct to
the Education Architect to be remedied as soon as possible.
"Other defects found included insufficient sanitary accommodation
and washing accommodation. These were reported
through the School Medical Officer to the Borough Education
Officer.
"Unsatisfactory conditions mainly in respect of food handling
and equipment were found in the school kitchens. Advice and
instructions were given to the staff in respect of these matters.
Milk in Schools Scheme.—"Eleven samples of pasteurised
milk for bacteriological examination, all of which satisfied the
Methylene Blue and Phosphatase tests, were taken under the above
scheme during 1958."

The importance of parental attendance at medical inspections
cannot be overstressed. It is regrettable, but understandable, that
the percentage should decrease with the increasing age of the child,
and with the considerable employment of mothers.
The 'leavers' inspections are of importance in regard to fitness
for employment, and the attendance of parents at these inspections
is to be encouraged.