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b) Domestic Premises
Use of sewing machines 17
Noisy radio/television 4
Musical instruments 3
Noisy behaviour generally 25
Noisy animals 2
c) Clubs/Restaurants
Music 8
Patrons leaving/car door slamming etc 3
d) Road Works
Pneumatic drills 3
Total 117
Each complaint was investigated and visits made if necessary during evenings and late
at night. If a complaint was substantiated, formal notice was given to the persons responsible
and generally co-operation was forthcoming leading to the abatement of the nuisances. It was
interesting to note that no complaints were received in respect of noisy chimes from icecream
vehicles.
Assistance has been sought from and readily given by the Scientific Branch of the
Greater London Council in connection with the investigation of certain noise complaints of
a complex nature. The reports and recommendations received proved most helpful in determining
nuisances.
A Senior Public Health Inspector attended a special course of training at the Institute
of Sound and Vibration Research at Southampton University concerning Noise Control.
PHARMACY & POISONS ACT. 1933
Number of listed sellers of Part II poisons other than pharmacists 136
Number of initial registrations during the year 11
Number of visits and inspections 30
RAG FLOCK AND OTHER FILLING MATERIALS ACT. 1951
Number of premises on register (Section 2, for Upholstery) 32
Number of inspections and visits 1
Number of samples taken 1
Number of samples satisfactory 1
CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT, 1961
The responsibility for duties under this Act was passed to the General Purposes
Inspectors at the beginning of the year. The Secretary of State is empowered to make
regulations under this statute and regulations are in force for heating appliances, including
oil heaters, nightdresses, stands for carry cots and toys.
2,346 visits were made and 72 warning letters were sent to traders. The letters explained
the relevant provisions of the Act and specified the contraventions found. 12 formal samples
were submitted, 2 of which did not comply with the statutory requirements.
Legal proceedings were instituted in three cases. Two were heard in 1968. One concerned
the Heating Appliances (Fireguards) Regulations 1953, and the other was in respect of the
Nightdresses (Safety) Regulations 1967. The defendants were fined £5 and £10 respectively,
and the Council awarded a total of £7. 5s. 0d. costs. There is considerable interchange of
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