London's Pulse: Medical Officer of Health reports 1848-1972
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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
Barnet 1971
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Barnet]
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of the Act are best administered by the Council providing a control service. This is
carried out by a trained staff of Rodent Operatives and in accordance with the recommendations
of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food. In the case of dwelling houses,
treatment is undertaken by the Council free of charge, and on a "time and cost" basis
in respect of business premises.
Treatment of sewers to reduce the number of rats was again carried out during
the year. Fluoracetamide, a dangerous poison, was used, and the work carried out by a
specialist firm under contract. The arrangements for the work and its supervision are
made with the co-operation of the Borough Engineer and Surveyor.
| Properties other than Sewers | Type of Property | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Agricultural | Agricultural | |
| - | ||
| - | ||
The Rodent Operatives made 13,964 visits during the year.
DISINFECTION AND DISINFESTATION
Facilities for steam disinfection and disinfestation, and for the personal cleansing
of verminous persons are provided at the Disinfecting Station, North Circular Road, N.3.
Requests for advice and assistance in dealing with insect pests continue to
increase in number and range over a wide variety. Many of these insects are of no public
health significance, but steps are taken to assist all enquiries. Thanks must once again
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