Health Services Act (Act No. 38 of 1969).

Country/Territory: Barbados
Document type: Legislation
Date: 1969 (1998)
Source: FAO, FAOLEX
Long title: An Act relating to the promotion and preservation of the health of the inhabitants of Barbados.

Subject: Food & nutrition, Water
Keyword: Food quality control/food safety Hygiene/sanitary procedures Slaughtering Authorization/permit Sewerage
Geographical area: Americas, Caribbean, Small Island Developing States

Abstract: The Minister may divide Barbados into health and sanitation districts under section 3.The Minister, responsible for the implementation of provisions of the present Act, shall carry the functions outlined in section 4. Functions include the suppression of diseases and the control of food. The Minister has the power to construct sewers (sect. 6). Section 18 concerns the sale of food and other products. Section 19 prohibits the taking of water from public taps without permission. The Minister may e
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Legislation | Barbados | 1969 (1978)

Keyword: Food quality control/food safety, Hygiene/sanitary procedures, Slaughtering, Transport/storage, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX