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Woolwich 1962

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Woolwich]

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Charges made to the responsible persons for the work outlined
above totalled £166. 8. 11.
FOXES
Foxes were reported to have been seen on two premises owned
by the Council, and on investigation some fox-holes were discovered.
Disinfestation was carried out by the Rodent Control staff.
RAG FLOCK
There are three premises in the Borough registered under the
provisions of the Rag Flock and Other Filling Materials Act, 1951,
and one factory licensed under the Act for the manufacture of rag
flock.
During the year four samples of rag flock were obtained for
analysis. All the samples passed the prescribed standards of
cleanliness.
CINEMAS
A good standard of cleanliness was found to be maintained in
the sanitary conveniences of the cinemas in the Borough.
Inspections are carried out regularly by the Public Health
Inspectors.
SHOPS ACT INSPECTIONS
The Borough Council is responsible for that part of the Shops
Act dealing with temperature, ventilation, sanitary accommodation,
lighting, washing facilities, and facilities for employees to take
meals.
In this connection the Public Health Inspectors made 450
inspections during the year and served 22 Notices, as a result of
which 113 defects were remedied.
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