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MEDICAL EXAMINATION OF STAFF
The department's medical officers undertake for the Council the medical examination of new
entrants to the Council's service, of staff and employees absent due to sickness exceeding one
month, of employees considered for participation in the Sick Pay Scheme and for extension of
service beyond the age of 65 years, as well as assessments for gratuities and other reasons as
required.
Examinations or assessments carried out during the year numbered 1,296( details on page 105)
RADIOACTIVE SUBSTANCES
Persons who keep or use radioactive materials, unless exempted, are required, under the
provisions of the Radioactive Substances Act 1960, to register with the Ministry of Housing and
Local Government and to obtain authority for the accumulation or disposal of radioactive waste.
The Ministry has issued 11 registration certificates under Section 1 of the Act with respect
to premises in the borough
REFRESHER COURSES
Refresher and training courses attended by staff during the year are listed on pages 121
to 126.
STAFF CHANGES
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