Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Richmond]
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Before the examination the Head Teachers concerned are
asked to give their views as to the prejudicial effect of the proposed
employment on the children's education.
During the year 51 boys have been examined in connection
with the medical certification as to their fitness for employment.
51 certificates were granted.
Of the 51 children granted certificates, 48 were employed in
the delivery of newspapers and 3 in the delivery of milk.
Medical Examination of Teachers and Caretakers.—The
Education Committee require that Teachers appointed to schools
in the Borough should pass a Medical Examination. During the
year, I examined 8 such teachers and certified them as fit to carry
out their duties.
One caretaker also was examined before being admitted to the
Superannuation Scheme.