London's Pulse: Medical Officer of Health reports 1848-1972
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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
Kingston upon Thames 1962
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Kingston-upon-Thames]
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A distinct improvement in the hygienic conditions at many food
shops and restaurants is being achieved by the use of the paper
sack system of refuse collection. Proprietors have been quick to
realise the advantages of this system, particularly where storage
space is limited or access by the refuse collection service is
difficult. The sacks are supplied by the Corporation at cost price
and a suitable paper sack holder can be obtained from the makers for
about the price of an ordinary refuse bin.
The following tabulated statement shows the nature of the defects for which Notices were served during the years-
| PART IV | Defects Requiring Notices | Complied |
|---|---|---|
| Sanitary Conveniences | ||
| Lack of "Wash your Hands Notices" | 3 | 3 |
| Fittings cleansed, repaired or extended | 8 | 10 |
| Walls and ceilings cleansed | 4 | 5 |
| Lighting Provided | 2 | 2 |
| Floors repaired or cleansed | 1 | 1 |
| Ventilation provided | 1 | 1 |
| Sinks. | ||
| Renewed or repaired, also draining boards | 4 | 3 |
| Washing facilities for Staff. | ||
| Absence of, defective, inadequate hand basins | 4 | 2 |
| Absence of hot water | 4 | 3 |
| " " cold water | 3 | 2 |
| Provision of Towels, soap, nailbrushes | 3 | 2 |
| Repairs to Food Rooms | ||
| Walls and ceilings cleansed or repaired | 14 | 14 |
| Additional ventilation required | 1 | 1 |
| Floors repaired | 5 | 3 |
| Other structural repairs | 1 | 1 |
| Protection of Food against Contamination | ||
| Food to be kept 18" off ground | 1 | 1 |
| Covers provided for food | 2 | 2 |
| Others | 6 | 5 |
| Uncleanliness. | ||
| Kitchens and Equipment | 3 | 5 |
| Delivery Vans | 1 | 1 |
| Floors | 1 | 1 |
| C/Fwd. | 72 | 68 |
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