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Fulham 1964

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Fulham Borough]

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Results of Swimming Bath Water Samples
During the year 27 samples of swimming bath water were taken from public and private baths,
all samples except one being reported free from B. Coli. Bacterial counts were all satisfactory
except in one case where more than 300 per m.1. were found. Visits were paid and follow-up samples
taken which proved satisfactory.
LAND CHARGES ACT, 1925
Enquiries as to any outstanding sanitary or other notices and orders of charges were dealt
with in respect of 2,978 premises.
In 75 cases notices were outstanding at the time of search, and there were declared accordingly
HAIRDRESSERS-AND BARBERS
The number of registered hairdressers and barbers increased during the year to 110.
65 inspections were made and no statutory action was found necessary.
NOISE NUISANCES

Table: NOISE NUISANCES The following table sets out the various noise nuisances alleged and action taken following investigations:-

NOISE NUISANCES The following table sets out the various noise nuisances alleged and action taken following investigations:-

Nature of ComplaintAction Taken (if any)
1 Noise and vibration from machinery in basement following extension to business.Action taken by London County Council under planning powers. Case not yet resolved.
2 Noise nuisance from deployment of taxis in street.Police consulted and management informed of complaints. Appreciable reduction of noise effected as result.
3 Noise from movement of oil drums on concrete unloading bays.Management co-operated with provision of rope mats.
4 Night noise of machinery from nearby established launderetteNoise reduced by sound insulating measures.
5 Noise from pumps used on public sewerage scheme.Contractors co-operated as far as possible and works expedited.
6 General noises from first floor of large engineering works.Management informed and appreciable reduction of general noises effected.
7 Noise and vibration of pile driving near houses due for demolition.Temporary and short-lived nuisance abated the day after complaint received.