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chiefly relate to the Sale of Poisons used for domestic, horticultural
and sanitary purposes.
During the year 4 applications for entry of name in the
Council's List of Persons entitled to sell Poisons included in Part
II of the Poisons List were received and 62 vendors applied for
retention in the Council's List. All were duly considered and
approved.
Twenty-six inspections were carried out in accordance with the
above Act.
Consumer Protection Act, 1961.—In seeking provisions to
protect consumers this Act repeals the Heating Appliances (Fire—
guards) Act, 1952, and the Oil Burners (Standards) Act, 1960,
although regulations made under the repealed Acts remain enforce—
able under the new Act which became effective from the 19th May,
1961.
These Regulations require fireguards to be fitted to gas fires,
electric fires and oil heaters which are so designed that they are
suitable for use in residential premises and are of such a type
that, without a guard, there is a likelihood of injury by burning.
Standards regarding construction, fittings for guards, tests and
exemptions in cases of sales for scrap are all covered by the
Regulations.
Powers and duties of the Council under this new Act have been
delegated to the Public Health Committee and inspections are
carried out by the Public Health Inspectors.
Home Safety Act, 1961.—Operative from 18th May, 1961, this
Act, in repealing Section 82 of the London County Council (General
Powers) Act, 1957, enables the Council to promote safety in the
home and to make contributions to voluntary organisations whose
activities consist of or include the promotion of safety in the home.
Responsibilities of the Council under the Act have been referred
to the Public Health Committee.
Lack of forethought, carelessness, and, on many occasions,
sheer ignorance are the main causes of "home" accidents and the
basic need would appear to be appropriate education.
As effective propaganda relies on the impact of direct appeal
and contact with the public, the Public Health Commitee has asked
the Local Safety Advisory Council as being a more suitable organisation,
to undertake this aspect of "Home Safety".
Shops Act, 1950.—Under this Act, which became effective
from 1st October, 1950, the Council is responsible for ensuring