Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Chislehurst]
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(v) Washing Facilities.
Proper washing facilities were provided or existing
apparatus was cleansed or repaired in 3 shops.
(vi) Facilities for Meals.
Proper facilities for the taking of meals were provided at
one shop.
(vii) Seats for Female Assistants.
In no case was a shopkeeper required to provide seats for
female assistants.
(viii) Closing.
No Closing Orders were made for shops in the District.
The days of Early Closing generally observed are:—
Wednesdays—Chislehurst; The Oval, Sidcup.
Thursdays—Sidcup High Street; Blackfen; Mottingham;
St. Paul's Cray.
(ix) Hours.
Action was taken in one case.
(x) Records.
It was found that 35 shopkeepers were not keeping,
exhibiting, or providing the necessary Notices or Records,
and in each case an appropriate letter was sent.
I am, Mr. Chairman, Ladies and Gentlemen,
Your obedient Servant,
A. V. B. ALLEN,
Chief Sanitary and Shops Acts Inspector.