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taking measurements or to take measurements at new sites within
their area.
Stations for the purpose have been set up in the district at
73 Brighton Road, Purley and Selsdon Library, and particulars of
measurements recorded will be available in due course.
Apart from a few minor complaints no problem has arisen in
connection with smoke nuisance during the year.
There is little or no industrial smoke in the district.
Hairdressing Establishments
Byelaws are now in force in the district which provide for
securing the cleanliness of premises and the instruments, towels,
equipment and materials used in the premises. During the year
34 visits were made in pursuance of the byelaws.
Heating Appliances (Fireguards) Act, 1952
Inspections are carried out, as necessary, to ensure that
domestic heating appliances offered or exposed for sale are fitted
with proper guards complying with standards prescribed in
regulations made under the Act.
Mines & Quarries Act, 1954
This Act requires compliance with provisions designed to
prevent accidents arising through lack of proper fencing or too
easy access.
Routine visits are made to quarries in the district as
necessary.
Schools
In co-operation with the Divisional Medical Officer and in the
course of milk sampling, schools are visited from time to time.
Shops Act
As far as possible inspections have been made in respect of
the provision and maintenance of sanitary accommodation,
washing facilities, heating, lighting and ventilation in shops.
By arrangement with the Engineer & Surveyor, the Department
is given an opportunity of examining all plans submitted for the
construction of new shops or alteration of existing premises, with
a view to obtaining proper compliance with the requirements of
the Act. This is generally appreciated by shop developers who
are usually very willing to co-operate.
The Council is also the Authority responsible for enforcement
of the Shops Hours of Closing and Sunday Trading provisions of
the Act and routine surveys and inspections are carried out for
this purpose.
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