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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
Poplar 1934
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Poplar, Metropolitan Borough]
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In view of the fact that the two motor disinfecting vans have been in
service since 1925, and if they were to be maintained in service extensive
overhauls would have to be made, the Committee agreed that it was more
economical to purchase new vehicles. These were obtained during the
latter part of the year.
The Committee also agreed that the lorry and Austin saloon car
should be replaced during the next financial year.
Electrolytic Disinfecting Fluid.
The electrolytic disinfecting fluid as manufactured contains approximately
9-10 grammes per litre of free chlorine and is broken down to a
strength of approximately 4 grammes per litre for distribution.
During the year 1934, 60,800 gallons were manufactured and broken
down to 134,640 gallons of weaker solution for distribution.
1,285 gallons were supplied to London County Council Elementary
Schools for spraying and cleansing floors of classrooms.
The production of the solution at a strength of 4 grammes of available chlorine per litre has averaged 133,453 gallons per annum for three years at an average annual cost of £2,233, the cost per gallon thus being a little over 4d.
| Quantity Produced. | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| As Manufactured. | As Issued. (i.e., Weaker Solution.) | Electricity Consumed. | |
| Gallons. | Gallons. | Units. | |