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As in the past, samples of water were taken at regular intervals
from the swimming bath. The results were uniformly satisfactory.
In order that the public might be reassured as to the quality of
the water, reports on the samples taken, couched in general terms,
were displayed at the Bath.
Attendances at the Bath of members of the St. John
Ambulance Brigade during crowded sessions and hot week-ends has
been continued. The assistance is very greatly appreciated.
As hitherto, the Superintendent of the Swimming Bath and
her staff have shown a very keen appreciation of their duties in
relation to public health. The condition of the Bath was always
found to be excellent on inspection, while Co-operation has been
close and cordial as in past years.
Altogether Barrowell Green Swimming Bath provides the district
with a valuable amenity which must have an appreciable effect
on health, particularly on the health of children.
Rivers and Streams.
During the year under review, seven complaints were received
concerning minor nuisances from streams in the Borough. These
were immediately dealt with.
Prevention of Damage by Pests Act, 1949.
During 1957, 414 complaints of rats and mice were received
and dealt with, as against 382 in 1956.
In March, 1957, a baiting and poisoning treatment was carried
out by the Borough Engineer's Department in the Council's soil
sewers. 279 manholes were baited. In 132 of these, complete or
part takes of bait were noted.
In October, 1957, test baiting was carried out by the Borough
Engineer's Department to 201 manholes, representing approximately
28