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Hairdressing Establishments
The Corporation have made Byelaws under the Middlesex County Council
Act for "the purpose of securing the cleanliness of any premises used for the
purpose of carrying on the business of a hairdresser or barber and of the instruments,
towels, equipment and materials used in such premises".
During the year 4 inspections were made of these premises. It was not found
necessary to take any action for contraventions.
Swimming Baths and Pools
Excellent facilities for swimming are provided at the Corporation's three
open-air baths.
Water is supplied by the Metropolitan Water Board's main, and 14 samples
for bacteriological examination were taken throughout the season, 12 of which
were satisfactory.
The report on the two "unsatisfactory" samples which were taken from
Teddington baths showed that the chlorination was "insufficient to ensure sterility".
Immediately before sampling, the bath had been emptied for cleaning and
the incoming water had not had time to be sufficiently chlorinated.
The Borough Engineer at once gave instructions that cleaning and emptying
must be done during the hours when the public do not use the baths.

Ambulance Facilities
The Middlesex County Council is the responsible authority for the provision
of the ambulance service under the National Health Service Act, 1946.
National Assistance Act, 1948, Section 47
It was not necessary during 1956, to remove to suitable premises any persons
in need of care and attention.
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