Environmental Health Services

Protects public health
Serves the community
Provides for a safe and healthful environment

Environmental Health Services Division performs inspections to prevent exposure to toxic substances, disease-causing agents, and unsanitary conditions.

Environmental Health Mission Statement

To contribute to a better everyday life through the implementation of environmental public health protection programs that prevent the transmission of disease and exposure to harmful levels of environmental contaminants.

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Frequently asked questions regarding a Veteran's Exemption from fees relating to Public Health Permit to operate a Food Facility

Veteran's Exemption Affidavit form

Submit a Public Records Act (PRA) request for Environmental Health program information

Featured News

Annual Quarantine of Sport-Harvested Mussels Begins May 1

The mussel quarantine is a yearly event prohibiting the public from harvesting mussels for human consumption due to potentially dangerous levels of biotoxins that may be present in shellfish anywhere on the California coast, including bays, inlets and harbors.

Beach Water Quality Status

Mobile-friendly web app to view current beach water quality status, sampling results, and special notices.

Better SafeSLO Apps

New look and mobile-friendly web apps that link inspection results to actively permitted facilities.

Mosquito Information

Guidance documents and resourceful links on preventative measures to take to prevent the spread of vector borne disease.

Safe Surplus Food Donation Toolkit

Donating surplus food from hotels, restaurants, catered events, and other food facilities can be a sustainable and simple way to help local non-profit and charitable organizations serve those in need in your community. This toolkit is intended to provide guidance to ensure that surplus foods are handled safely in order to minimize food safety risks.