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Occasionally it happens, as in the case of a small lock-up shop.
that it is impossible for the occupier to provide a separate
toilet on the premises. Provided that alternative arrangements are
made to use a nearby toilet, a certificate of exemption can be
granted from the requirements of the Act. There are 22 exemption
certificates in force.
Schools
Inspections of the sanitary arrangements and canteens at
schools within the jurisdiction of the Divisional Executive were carried out
by Public Health Inspectors during the year. The general standard
of the canteens is good. It was not necessary to close any schools
on account of infectious disease amongst the children.
Complaints
There were 820 complaints received during 1962.
Pet Animals Act, 1951
No person is allowed to keep a pet shop except under the
authority of a licence granted in accordance with the provisions
of this Act. There are 11 licences in force in the Borough and 25
visits were made for the purpose of securing compliance with the
licensing conditions.
Petroleum Installations
Regular inspections are made of all premises where petroleum or petroleu
mixtures are stored and in the year 351 visits were made to the 106
premises licensed.
Registration of Hawkers of Food and Their Premises
A strict watch is kept on all street traders selling food. Both
the person and the storage premises have to be registered, and if
conditions are unsatisfactory registration can be refused. During
1962,1 person was registered and 37 visits were made by Inspectors.
Establishments for Massage, Chiropody, Electrical and Special
Treatment.
7 licences in respect of establishments were issued during the
year 1962.
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 10 inspections were made of these premises. It
was not found necessary to take any action for contraventions.
Common Lodging Houses
There are no common lodging houses in the Borough.
Swimming Baths
Excellent facilities are provided for swimming at the Corporation's
three open air baths.
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