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Reports are received monthly from the Colne Valley Water Co.
as to the chemical and bacteriological examination of samples
of water and these have proved satisfactory.
The average hardness of samples of water taken during the
year is
Total hardness 22.6
Permanent hardness 5.4
Temporary hardness 17.2
All new and repaired mains are chlorinated before being
restored to use and samples of water from them are tested
bacteriologically to ensure the purity of the water.
SWIMMING POOLS
Ruislip Lido
Sixty two samples of water were obtained and submitted to
the Central Health Laboratory Colindale for bacteriological
examination.
Private Swimming Pools
Private swimming pools in the District were regularly
inspected and samples obtained all of which were satisfactory.
FOOD HYGIENE REGULATIONS 1955
During the year the following works have been carried out
under the above Regulations at food shops restaurants and
premises where food is prepared stored or sold
Hot water installed 22
Sinks provided 44
Cold water installed 5
Accommodation for clothing provided 22
Premises cleansed and re decorated 29
New W.C. s 3
Improved lighting 2
New larders 2
Tables resurfaced 6
Draining boards provided 2
Refuse bins provided 7
Improved ventilation 2
New floors provided 5
First Aid outfits provided 5
Miscellaneous provision of soap nail brushes
utensils etc.) 5