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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
Edmonton 1957
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Edmonton]
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The Metropolitan Water Board is responsible for the supply which is piped direct to every
dwelling-house throughout the Borough and serves the entire population.
RAG FLOCK AND OTHER FILLING MATERIALS ACT 1951
Eleven samples of rag flock and other filling materials were examined during the year
Nine proved satisfactory; one sample of Cotton Felt exceeded the Dust Index, and one sample of
Wool Felt whilst meeting the requirements of the Act, failed to meet the quality standard of
Animal Fibre content.
SANITARY CONVENIENCES
There are seven public conveniences in the Borough under the supervision of the Senior
Public Health Inspector.
No charge is made for the use of W C's in the Males and Females Conveniences; free handwashing
facilities are provided and paper towels are supplied.
The following work has been carried out under the above Acts:-1.
| Premises | Number in Register | Inspections | Written Notices | Occupiers Prosecuted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Factories with mechanical power | 203 | 353 | 9 | - |
| Factories without mechanical power | 13 | 5 | 3 | |
| Other premises under the Act (including works of building and engineering and construction but not including out-workers premises) | 3 | 3 | - | - |
| Total: | 219 | 361 | 12 | - |