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Wandsworth 1964
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Wandsworth, Metropolitan Borough]
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REPORT OF THE MEDICAL OFFICER OF HEALTH FOR 1964
TABLE I
SUMMARY OF VISITS TO FOOD PREMISES
| Putney | Central | Clapham | Streatham | Whole Borough | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dairies | 10 | 19 | 57 | 52 | 138 |
| Restaurant Kitchens | 518 | 498 | 409 | 443 | 1,868 |
| Ice Cream Premises | 49 | 65 | 14 | 31 | 159 |
| Butchers' Shops | 292 | 166 | 186 | 101 | 745 |
| Greengrocers' Shops | 171 | 101 | 146 | 86 | 504 |
| Fishmongers' Shops | 42 | 33 | 62 | 41 | 178 |
| Fried Fish Shops | 71 | 84 | 109 | 11 | 275 |
| Market Stalls | 163 | 1,191 | 726 | 129 | 2,209 |
| Grocers' Shops | 677 | 575 | 662 | 425 | 2,339 |
| Confectioners' Shops | 258 | 250 | 284 | 221 | 1,013 |
| Bakehouses | 89 | 37 | 56 | 19 | 201 |
| Other Premises | 366 | 185 | 241 | 112 | 904 |
| Total Visits | 2,706 | 3,204 | 2,952 | 1,671 | 10,533 |
The following shows the number and type of premises in the
Borough where food is sold, stored or prepared :
Dairies and Milk Depots 8
Food Factories 22
Restaurants, Cafes and Canteens 574
Bakers and Confectioners 476
Butchers 192
Greengrocers 206
Fishmongers 64
Fish Friers 55
Bakehouses 49
Grocers 540
Off Licences 93
Public Houses 148
Stalls 143
2,570
The amount of work completed during 1964 to comply with the
requirements of the Regulations is indicated in the following
details :
Wash hand basins provided 84
Sinks provided 31
Provision of hot water over sink and wash hand basin 57
Accommodation for clothing provided 14
Soap, towel and nailbrush 6
Premises repaired or redecorated 118
Adequate protection for open food 7
Notices to employees 15
Dustbins 6
W.C. accommodation 63
First Aid Materials 7