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Petroleum and Carbide
During the year licences were in force in respect of 61 installations for petroleum, and
2 for carbide of calcium.
In January, a tank formerly containing petrol that had been disused for 27 years blew
up while steel cutters were being worked in the proximity of the tank. There were no
casualties.
In July, a spillage of approximately 200 gallons occurred at another depot which
immobilised transport work at the site. The tank was taken out but residual vapour interfered
with normal routine for some months afterwards.
Celluloid and Cinematograph Films Act, 1922
There are 2 licences in force for the purpose of stripping and making celluloid solution
from cinematograph films. Inspections have revealed no infringements.
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