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Environmental Health Aide

Environmental Health Aide

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This class of employee is responsible for  the collecting of information on environmental health problems under the supervision of a registered Environmental Health Specialist; inspect sanitation units provided for labor crews at construction and field work sites; conduct routine inspections and test public swimming pools for clarity, proper pH chlorine levels, and safety equipment; collect water samples from public water systems for bacteriological and turbidity laboratory analysis; investigate complaints of garbage, illegal dumps, littering, and other public health nuisances; conduct follow up inspections; assist in rabies control; prepare necessary reports on inspection activities; keep records of work activities and maintain food, water, and well files; verify accuracy of information through computer; distribute public health information and material.