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consider appointing their inspector for the Richmond and District
branch to be an honorary inspector under the Act.
The public health inspectors are, of course, appointed as
authorised officers; whenever it has been necessary they have always
had co-operation from the Society's inspectors. The Society
agreed that if appointed, their inspector would only make use of
his power of entry when accompanied by a public health inspector.
Over 30 authorities have appointed the Society's inspectors in
this capacity and I wrote to six authorities asking for details of
appointment and enquired whether the scheme worked well in practice.
The replies I received confirmed that the Society's inspectors
were appointed in an honorary capacity and all replies said that
the arrangement worked well.
The matter was considered by the Public Health committee. It
was agreed that the Society's inspector for the Richmond and District
branch should be appointed as an honorary officer to assist the
Chief Public Health Inspector on the understanding that the
Society's inspector would not have power of entry under the Act
except when asked to accompany a public health inspector when the
latter is carrying out his duties. So far the public health
inspectors have not had occasion to ask for assistance, but I am
happy to know that this is always available if required.
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 12 inspections were made of these premises. It
was not found necessary to take any action for contraventions.
Swimming Baths
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, all of which were satisfactory.