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FOODSTUFFS DAMAGED BY ENEMY ACTION.
All foodstuffs in premises damaged by enemy action
have been examined with a jview to salvage or
destruction. A considerable quantity of food has
been handled in this connection.
Full publicity has been given through the local
Press, by poster and letter on the danger of splintered
glass in foodstuffs.
THE SLAUCHTER OF ANIMALS ACT, 1933.
All animals slaughtered in the district have been
stunned by means of a mechanically-operated instrument
in accordance with the terms of this Act.
Three persons were licensed to act as Slaughtermen
during 1940.
BAKEHOUSES.
There are 26 bakehouses within the District, and
of these 18 are provided with mechanical power. A
good standard of cleanliness and sanitary condition
is generally obtained.
RATS & MICE (DESTRUCTION) ACT, 1919.
During 1940, 877 visits were made in connection
with rat or mice infested or suspected infested
premises, and 55 premises were satisfactorily cleared
of rats or mice.
SCHOOLS.
The sanitary condition and water supply of the
Schools are satisfactory.