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FOOD ANALYSES.
Number of samples analysed by Public Analyst
101
Number of samples reported against:—
Baking Powder—Deficient in carbon-dioxide
1
Curry Powder—
Excessive amount of lead
1
Excessive amount of salt
1
Gelatine—Contained added preservatives
1
Vinegar, Non-brewed—51% deficient in acetic
acid
1
Proprietary Medicine—Not in accordance with
formula on label
1
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Number of prosecutions
—
FACTORIES.
Number or factories on register 104
Number of inspections 102
Number of defects discovered 16
BAKEHOUSES.
Number of bakehouses in district 12
Number of inspections 33
Number of defects discovered and remedied 9
WORKPLACES.
Number of inspections of workplaces 24
Number of defects discovered —
SHOPS AND OFFICES.
Number of visits to shops re sanitary requirements 325
Number of defects discovered and remedied 5
COMPLAINTS.
Complaints received during the year were due to the following
Causes:—
Defects in dwellings-houses (various) 184
Stoppages in drains 69
Defects in drains or water closets 59
Defective dustbins1 73
Food supplies 23
Insect pests 16
Miscellaneous 53
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