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Environmental Health Division Address Our mailing address is 1717 W. 5th Street Greenville, NC 27834. Our offices are located in the Development Services Building next to the County Office Building near the intersection off 5th Street/ HWY 43 N and Memorial Drive. Food, Lodging, Institutional, and Swimming Pool Sanitation: Protecting the citizens from unnecessary environmental risks has always been a priority of Public Health. The Department of Environmental Health inspects all restaurants, food and drink stands, mobile food units, push carts, temporary food stands, stands at festivals, meat markets, hotels, motels, bed and breakfast establishments, schools, colleges, universities, childcare facilities, residential care homes, tattoo artists/establishments and swimming pools to ensure that they comply with the sanitation standards established by the state health department. For more information, please call 902-3206. For restaurant ratings, click here. Indoor Air Quality The reduction of mold, carbon monoxide and other pollutants play a critical role in improving respiratory and general health. Pitt County Environmental Health does not have regulatory authority over indoor air quality; however there is staff available that can offer suggestions and general information. For advice about indoor air quality, please call 902-3206. To read more about indoor air quality, please click here. Migrant Camp Inspections Migrant camps are inspected to ensure that the wastewater facilities and drinking water supplies are in accordance with the state sanitation rules. The inspection is done prior to occupancy and the proper forms are filled out and mailed to the NC Department of Labor and the Agricultural Safety and Health Bureau who then certify the facility for use. Please call 902-3206 for more information. On-Site Sewage Disposal Sites are evaluated for their suitability to dispose of sewage in a safe and sanitary manner. The evaluation is based on the soil quality, topography of the land and its intended use. Permits are issued or denied in accordance to the criteria established by state law. On-site sewage disposal systems are designed, inspected and monitored according to state law. Please call 902-3206 for more information. To read a pamphlet about septic systems go to Septic System Guide on the resources page or to read a shorter version click here. Private Water Supplies Water samples are peridically taken from state approved private wells and establishments under our inspection program to ensure the safety of private drinking water supplies. These supplies include but are not limited to small mobile home parks, food service facilities and other establishments that are regulated by this office. For more information, please call 902-3206. Lead Poisoning The Health Department investigates places where children live, go to school or spend significant amounts of time. Environmental Health Specialists work with families and/or businesses, such as childcare facilities, to reduce the risk of exposure to hazards. Also see Lead Screening under "Children's Clinical Services" or call 902-3206. For more information please click here.
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