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The firm in question installed special electrical apparatus for
the purpose of eliminating noxious fumes arising in the process of
manufacture, and since its installation, at the end of the year,
fewer complaints have been received.
Offensive Trades.
There are three premises in Battersea at which scheduled
offensive trades are carried on, viz.: fat melters 2, soap boilers 1,
all of which have been established for many years and are generally
well-conducted.
During the year 5 inspections were made of the registered
premises in the Borough.
Removal of Offensive Matter.
The bye-laws of the London County Council with regard to
the removal of offensive matter are enforced by the Borough
Council. No contraventions of the bye-laws were reported during
the year.
Water Supply.
During 1934 certificates of water supply in respect of 50
houses or tenements were issued in accordance with Section 48
of the Public Health (London) Act. 1891.
In 21 cases additional water supply was provided to the upper
floors of tenement houses, where required by the Borough Council
under the provisions of Section 78 of the London County Council
(General Powers) Act, 1907, and Section 48 of the Public Health
(London) Act, 1891.
During 1934, 39 notices were sent to the Metropolitan Water
Board of waste of water observed at various premises during the
course of inspection.
Van Dwellings.

Van dwellings are frequently inspected. Seven vans were
unoccupied.
*Including Sheds.