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trucks. Sweepings are conveyed to the Depot and subsequently to the tip at West Drayton.
In addition, one gully-emptying machine is used to cleanse the street gullies, which
number approximately 3,250 in the Borough; each gully being cleansed four times a year.
The refuse is tipped at the Council Depot and then carted to West Drayton.
Public Conveniences
Five public conveniences are maintained by the Borough Council in the Borough in
addition to those provided in the public parks. These are sited at the Town Hall, High
Street; The Green (Manor House Grounds); Jubilee Gardens; King George's Field,
Lady Margaret Road; and Norwood Green. Each convenience provides accommodation
for both sexes. No charge is made for the use of the facilities, attendance is provided to
some extent, and free washing facilities are available, but a small charge is made for linen
towels. For details of use of towels, see page 46.
In addition, the public conveniences in the public parks are as follows: Cranleigh
Playpark; Municipal Sports Ground, in pavilion; Southall Park (these were increased in
number during 1963 by means of renovation plus new building); Recreation Ground, in
ground, pavilion and Swimming Bath; Wolf Fields, in pavilion; Hortus Cemetery; and
Havelock Cemetery.
A survey of the facilities for hand washing in all the Public Conveniences was undertaken
in the beginning of the year, and certain deficiencies were discovered, i.e. ten had no
washing facilities, thirteen were lacking soap and towels. The Public Health Committee
asked for these matters to be brought to the attention of the various Committees concerned
—improvements were obtained. Wash hand basins and towels were provided at the Swimming
Bath, and attention was given to the provision and maintenance of wash basin plugs,
soap and towels, because as a result of vandalism these were often lacking, although
sufficient quantity had been previously provided. Daily attention was given to all conveniences
not under the care of an attendant.
Sanitary Inspection of the District
The total number of inspections of premises made during the year by the Public
Health Inspectors was 10,343. Table XII gives an analysis of the number and nature of
such inspections.
The total number of inspections rose again during 1964.
There was a very heavy increase in the number of visits made for houses in multiple
occupation to assess the sanitary standards and safety in case of fire.
The amount of inspection on hygiene of food in shops, food factories and cafes,
increased, and a start was made on the inspection of premises registered under the Offices,
Shops, and Railway Premises Act, which came into operation in July, 1964.
Market
There is a market, part open, part covered, in the High Street where a weekly horse
and cattle sale is held on Wednesdays and a general sale of market produce and goods is
held on Saturdays. Observation requires to be kept on the hygienic provisions and maintenance
there.
In addition, travelling fairs and circuses spend periods in the Borough, three to four
times a year, and require supervision.
School Sanitation, Ventilation and Lighting
Schemes for the improvement of sanitary conditions in Southall schools made some
progress during the year.
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