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Ruislip-Northwood 1964
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Ruislip]
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SWIMMING POOLS
Ruislip Lido
Nineteen samples of water were obtained and submitted to the Watford Laboratory for
bacteriological examination.
Highgrove Swimming Bath
This bath was opened in July 1964. Seventeen samples of water were obtained and submitted
to the Watford Laboratory, all of which were satisfactory.
Private swimming pools in the District were regularly inspected and samples obtained, all
of which were satisfactory.
FOOD HYGIENE REGULATIONS, 1955/1960
During the year the following works have been carried out under the above Regulations at
food shops, restaurants and premises where food is prepared, stored or sold:
Premises cleansed and redecorated 9
W.C.s redecorated 5
Water heater provided and repaired 3
Equipment renewed 3
Ventilation improved 1
Floor re-surfaced 1
Sink renewed 1
Clothing accommodation provided 1
Wash hand basin provided 1
INSPECTION OF FOOD PREMISES
| Type of Premises | No. in District | Visits Made |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurants and Cafes | 24 | 144 |
| Industrial and Staff Canteens | 25 | 56 |
| Hospitals and Hostel Canteens | 5 | 13 |
| School Canteens | 24 | 26 |
| Ice Cream Premises | 116 | 123 |
| Licensed Premises | 23 | 56 |
| Milk Distribution Premises | 8 | 25 |
| Preserved Food Premises | 45 | 47 |
| Bakehouses | 4 | 28 |
| Bakers | 25 | 63 |
| Butchers | 44 | 150 |
| Grocers and Wholesale Depots | 67 | 226 |
| Wet Fish Premises | 10 | 32 |
| Fried Fish Premises | 6 | 33 |
| Confectioners | 52 | 47 |
| Greengrocers | 41 | 91 |
| Food Hawkers' Premises | 5 | 19 |
| TOTALS | 524 | 1,179 |