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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
Southall 1937
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Southall]
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Mortuary and Post-mortem Room.
The Mortuary is situated in the Cemetery Ground, Havelock Road. It
is antiquated and out of date.
During the year 22 bodies were deposited in the Mortuary.
Premises and Workshops which can be controlled by Byelaws.
Tents, Vans, Sheds and similar Structures.
There are two "permanent" caravans or similar structures in the district,
and one of these at the end of the year was engaging the attention of the Council.
Offensive Trades.
There are none at present scheduled in the district.
Underground Dwellings.
There are no underground dwellings within the meaning of Section 12 of
the Housing Act, 1936.
Common Lodging Houses.
There are no common lodging houses in the district.
Factories and Workshops.
The following table shows the number of inspections and the results
thereof made during the year:—
Table No. 35.
| Premises | No. of | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspections | Written Notices | Occupiers Prosecuted | |
| Factories, workshops and workplaces | 348 | 10 | - |
The following table shows the number and nature of the defects found
in connection with factories and workshops during the year:—
41