The original caption may contain language which is historic and which may no longer be considered appropriate. It has been retained in the record in the interest of historical accuracy.
The caption on the reverse of the photograph reads: “The male nurse in industry. Pix shows Mr. C.A.Kissack (Chief Warden, A.R.P.) lecturing to defense workers on gas decontamination.”
Following the use of gas in the First World War, it was believed that the weapon would again be used again during the Second World War. Gas would penetrate clothing, so decontamination centres containing showers were built; civilians’ clothing would be decontaminated separately. Protective clothing worn by staff and air raid wardens would form a barrier to prevent the liquid droplets of gas reaching the skin. See also MED01/01/2930-2940. High-resolution copies of this image are available for free for non-commercial use. Please Enquire to place an order.
This is part of the Series: MED01/01 Series of prints; within the Collection: MED01 Topical Press Agency Medical Collection
Source: Historic England Archive
Photographer: Topical Press Agency Limited
Photographer: Harrison, Norman Kingsley
Aircraft Factory, Depot, Second World War, Health And Welfare
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