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indicated that the water was of a high standard of bacterial
purity; in two cases, owing to very high bathing loads and
exceptionally hot weather, the quality of the water deteriorated
slightly, although the bacteriologist certified it to be suitable
for bathing purposes.
Schoolso
The general condition and supply of water to schools has
been satisfactory during the year.
Co-operation continued with the School Medical Officer and
reports were forwarded to that Officer following quarterly visits
paid to the canteens attached to all Schools. During the year
continued progress was made in the execution of works of repair
and maintenance.
Offensive Trades.
Within the meaning of the Public Health Act there are no
offensive trade premises in the district but there are eight fish
fryers. The number of visits made to fish shops was 71.
Bakehouses.
Thirty-three visits were paid to the eight bakehouses in the
district and generally they were maintained in a satisfactory
condition.
Prevention of Damage by Pests Act. 1949.
A full time Rodent Operative is employed for rodent infestation
work and whilst there was no evidence of major infestations in the
town,1234 visits were paid to deal with minor infestations at
private and business premises and in connection with sewer
maintenance.
The seventeenth and eighteenth maintenance treatments were
carried out in April and October respectively. In April 122 manholes
were baited and of these 87 showed complete or partial takes; 240
manholes were baited in October, 44 of which showed complete or
partial takes.