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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
Croydon 1964
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Croydon]
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The Council has implemented the relevant provisions of this Act in making Smoke Control Orders covering the South, West and Northern areas of the Borough and it is the intention that one Smoke Control Order shall be made each year. The progress of these Orders is shown below:-
| Smoke Control drier | No. of premises (incl. Factories and Commercial | No. of duellings | Acreage | Date of Order | Date of Operation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No. 1 | 2,076 | 1,916 | 620 | 22.12.58 | 1.4.61 |
| No. 2 | 3,042 | 2,686 | 265 | 26. 2.60 | 1.10.61 |
| No. 3 | 4,501 | 3,915 | 332 | 22.11.60 | 1.10.62 |
| No. 4 | 5,547 | 4,112 | 710 | 24.11.61 | 1.7.63 |
| No. 5 | 7,042 | 6,651 | 570 | 17.12.62 | 1.7.64 |
| No. 6 | 6,220 | 5,885 | 470 | 18.11.63 | 1.7.65 |
| No. 7 | 8,198 | 7,788 | 1,060 | 21.12.64 | 1.7.66 |
The District Inspectors keep observation on the various
factory chimneys within their districts with a view to observing
any contravention of the Clean Air Act in respect of Smoke and
Grit Emissions. During the year 32 plans showing the construction
and heights of new chimneys have been examined and in 24
cases additional height has been requested and agreed. 37
notices of the installation of new furnaces have been received.
33 of these being oil fired plants.
AMUSEMENT HOUSES
60 inspections were made of Theatres, Cinemas, Dance Halls,
and premises where stage plays are given. A report is submitted
annually to the Licencing Authorities on the sanitary conditions
of these premises. Notices are issued to remedy any unsatisfactory
conditions.