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Colourmetric tests and water samples at each pool are taken three times daily to
determine free-available/residual chlorine content of the water, the pH values of the
same, and both shallow and deep end water temperatures. Each of the results obtained
are recorded in a standard log-book.
Richmond Baths (Indoor and Open Air)
The new Richmond Baths Establishment, of a "combination" nature, situated in
the Old Deer Park, Richmond, was opened to the public in August, 1966.
The establishment consists of one main Indoor Pool 110' x 42', water capacity of
210,000 gallons and a turnover rate of 3 hours; one Indoor Learner's pool 42' x 24',
water capacity of 17,000 gallons and a turnover rate of 1½ hours, and an, Open Air
pool 110' x 42', water capacity of 160,000 gallons and a turnover rate of 4 hours. The
filtration of all pools' water is through Pre-coat filters, and sterilization is carried out
by chlorine gas treatment on "breakpoint" principle. A system of pool water sampling
and testing is installed and all records are recorded automatically on graphs. A plenum
heating system is installed and the whole establishment is operated electrically utilising
"off-peak" electricity.
The private baths suite consists of 12 private baths for both ladies and gentlemen
respectively together with the necessary waiting rooms, toilets, etc.
The grounds are landscaped and well laid out and provide some two acres of grass
and banked areas which are available for sunbathing, games, etc.
Sampling of Bath Water
Bacteriological tests of the water at each of the Pools are made monthly and,
during the past year, 104 samples have been taken of which 89 were satisfactory and,
whilst the remaining 15 were below the recommended standard, repeat samples in each
case have produced satisfactory results."
15. FERTILISERS AND FEEDING STUFFS ACT, 1926
Thirteen informal samples of fertilisers were taken during the year and submitted
to the Agricultural Analyst. Ten of the samples were satisfactory but the following
irregularities were found in three of the samples :
No. 12 (Crushed Hoof and Horn)
Nitrogen 3% above percentage stated in statutory statement and in excess of
limits of variations allowed. The manufacturer's attention was drawn to this, but as
the irregularity was not to the prejudice of the purchaser, no further action was
necessary.
No. 18 (Compound Fertiliser)
Statutory Statement not in correct form Nitrogen 1.7% above percentage stated
in statutory statement; Soluble Phosphoric Acid 6.8% above; Insoluble Phosphoric
Acid 0.7% below that shown on statutory statement. Differences were in excess of
limits of variation allowed. The manufacturers were contacted and assurances given
that every effort would be made to avoid this sort of occurrence in future.
No. 20 (Dried Blood)
Nitrogen 1.4% above percentage stated in Statutory Statement and in excess of
limits of variation allowed. The manufacturer's attention was drawn to this, but as
the irregularity was not to the prejudice of the purchaser, no further action was
necessary.
16. COMMON LODGING HOUSES
There are no common lodging houses in the Borough.
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