Welcome to Environmental Health

Provides shelter, adoption, and enforcement services for animals, promoting responsible pet ownership and responding to emergencies.

Ensures safe practices in tattooing, piercing, and permanent makeup through regulation, inspection, and practitioner training, protecting public health.

Ensures food safety through regulation, inspection, and education, safeguarding public health and promoting compliance in food establishments.

Swiftly responds to emergencies, safeguarding lives, property, and the environment through trained professionals and effective coordination.

Environmental Health FAQ

The Fresno County Department of Public Health (FCDPH) would like to inform facility owners that the Environmental Health Division (EH) presented a proposal to the Fresno County Board of Supervisors, requesting updates to permit fees, new fee categories, and updates to the Fresno County Ordinance Code.

Ensures safe handling and disposal of hazardous materials by businesses, protecting public health and the environment through regulation and inspection.

Regulates hazardous materials storage, handling, and disposal, safeguarding the community and environment through enforcement and compliance measures.

Inspection Reports

Ensures health and safety standards in institutions like schools and nursing homes, promoting a healthy environment through inspections and compliance measures.

Oversees land development projects and zoning regulations to ensure sustainable growth and preserve natural beauty, promoting responsible land use practices.

Addresses lead exposure risks through inspections, remediation, and education, protecting families from the harmful effects of lead poisoning.

Manages safe disposal and treatment of liquid waste to protect public health and the environment, ensuring compliance and preventing water source contamination.

Ensures the safety and quality of milk products through inspections, testing, and regulation, safeguarding public health and consumer confidence in dairy products.

Ensures safety and well-being of campers through inspections, regulations, and educational outreach, providing a safe camping experience for all.

Manages rabies prevention through vaccinations, animal welfare, and emergency response, ensuring community and animal safety.

Oversees safety and sanitation of recreational facilities, promoting healthy experiences through inspections, education, and regulations.

Regulates solid waste management to protect public health and the environment through enforcement, ensuring safe disposal practices.

Addresses unsafe living conditions, ensuring compliance with housing standards to improve residents' health and well-being through inspections and enforcement.

The Environmental Health Division is responsible for the enforcement of Title 15, Chapter 15.32 of the Fresno County Ordinance Code. Some violations and non-conforming conditions may require permits from the Fresno County Department of Public Works and Planning and/or the State of California Housing and Community Development Department, Codes and Standards Division.

Manages pests to prevent vector-borne diseases, protecting public health through surveillance, education, and targeted interventions.

Monitors water quality to ensure safety and compliance with health standards, safeguarding community health through testing, analysis, and public outreach.