[Report 1970] / Medical Officer of Health, Liskeard R.D.C.

  • Liskeard (England). Rural District Council.
Date:
1970
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Credit: [Report 1970] / Medical Officer of Health, Liskeard R.D.C. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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    Floors and Passages and Stairs (Section 16) We still seem to be troubled by employers placing objects and equipment on stairways, this is due partly to the fact that some people do not seem to think about safety first and it is easier to place things on steps because they do not have to bend to put them on the floor0 We have found that articles for sale have been placed on landings for display purposes. When staff or owners are given verbal notice these obstructions are removedo Again, the change of staff is largely the cause of the repetitions of all these bad habits. Dangerous Machines (Sections 17, 18 and 19) No trouble has been experienced with the few dangerous machines which are situated in the district,, I think most people appreciate that these machines are dangerous articles and must not be taken for granted. Most dangerous machines in this district fall in the bacon cutting category. First Aid (Section 2k) First aid equipment is provided at old establishments. However, from time to time we have had to see that the boxes have been brought to light after lying dormant since the last visit and on one or two occasions we have had to ask for replacements of some of the equipment. Abstract of the Act All premises do have the 0SR9 or QSR9B, but again these sometimes are lost or misplaced occasionally and therefore have to be replaced from time to time. It is heartening to know that most occupiers know what is being referred to when asked for the Abstract of the Act or the Blue Book! I suppose it means that they have seen it at sometime and maybe have read it. Accidents I am pleased to say no accidents were reported and no information regarding the occurrence of any accidents were reported to me during the year. Occupiers are regularly reminded about their duties under the Act, not only with respect to lighting, seating, heating, etc., but with regard to any accidents which may occur. They are also reminded that prevention is better than cure. In a district of this nature where the turnover of staff is very rapid during the Summer and holiday season and where most of the premises are closed out of season, it is very difficult to educate owners and occupiers about the pitfalls which could overtake them under the provision of the Act. It is impossible to keep a track on every person who may spend a time working in one of our registered premises and for this reason not everyone working in them is aware of the Offices, Shops and Railway Premises Act. However, as far as is humanly possible we do our best to ensure that they know something of this legislation which is there to protect the conditions under which they work. The following items were attended to during 1970s- Premises Item h 1 1 5 New water closets New wash hand basins Hot water supplies Decorations