Programs
The Environmental Health Division protects public health through the following programs:
Food Safety Program
The food safety program works to ensure safe food service practices. We offer public education, issue food handler cards, and inspect and permit food service establishments.
On-Site (Septic) Program
Our on-site program makes sure that septic systems work properly. We do this through the permitting process, homeowner education, and responding to complaints.
Drinking Water Program & Laboratory
Our water quality program monitors the quality of drinking water in Clallam County. The lab tests water samples from individuals and public water systems.
Solid Waste Program
The solid waste program permits solid waste facilites such as landfills. We respond to complaints and enforce solid waste regulations.
Hazardous Waste Program
Our hazardous waste program works to ensure safe disposal of hazardous waste. We organize an annual household hazardous waste disposal event, and offer technical assistance to small businesses and homeowners.
Shellfish Program
Our shellfish program focuses on marine biotoxin monitoring and notification, and public education. We collect samples and inform the public of shellfish closures due to high levels of PSP toxin.
School Safety Program
Our school program monitors school safety issues such as food service and air quality.
Other Information Available
Air Quality – outdoor and indoor air quality, mold resources
Animal Vectors – West Nile Virus, Rats, Bats, Animal Bites
Emergencies – Bioterrorism, Natural Disasters, Chemical Spills
Policies & Procedures
Many of the Environmental Health Division's Policies & Procedures are currently being reviewed and/or revised. We hope they will soon be available for online reference.
Washington State Regulations
The State of Washington also has regulatory authority over many of the programs the Environmental Health Division is involved in. You may want to refer to the following State websites for more information.
You may also wish to review relevant sections of:
All information on this website is general in nature and is not intended
to be used as a substitute for appropriate professional advice.
For more information please call (360) 417-2258.
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Environmental Health focuses on how the environment affects the health of the community. We work to minimize the public's exposure to environmental hazards such as food borne diseases, harmful chemicals, and biological agents.