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Provides information on health effects of radon exposure as well as testing procedures, and reduction methods. Offers radon testing kits available for purchase.

Manages the Air Quality Program, oversees Water Supply Management, and ensures Water Quality and Management.

Administers major federal grant programs and supports the Department of Community Planning and Economic Development in building strong neighborhoods and elevating quality of life for residents in the City of Lancaster. Promotes equitable and sustainable community development with delivering programs that facilitate safe and affordable housing options, improve environmental conditions, create economic opportunity and stability, reduce homelessness, and increase access to services.

Offers an in-person or virtual environmental assessment at childcare facilities to help childcare providers create a healthy, toxic-free environment for children to learn and play.

Operates a call center. Provides information on topics including allergies, how to quit smoking, and environmental issues. Offers physician referrals.

Directs, controls, and coordinates response efforts on behalf of Schuylkill County Commissioners during a major disaster. Also assists both public and private entities in developing mitigation plans to lessen the impact of disasters, through hazardous identification and risk assessment.

The Pennsylvania Department of Health's Lead Poisoning Prevention and Control Program is comprised of four programs: 1. Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP) 2. Lead Hazard Control Program (LHCP) 3. Lead Surveillance Program, and the Healthy Homes Program and 4. The Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program performs blood lead screening tests on children age six and under, focusing on children with the highest risk of being lead poisoned.

Offers permits, inspection, and enforcement for all environmental programs.

Visit to see if your house is over an abandoned mine.

Offers restoration and protection of the natural environment through innovation, collaboration, education and advocacy.

Provides Lead Risk Assessments and Home Environmental Lead Inspections for children up to age 7 years old with blood lead level of 5mcg/dL or greater. Physician, SHN's and child's family/guardian will receive a copy of the Home Environmental Inspection.

Responsible for administering Pennsylvania's environmental laws and regulations. Specific services include monitoring air quality and drinking water and inspecting landfills.

Works to prevent disease and to promote and protect the health of York City residents through the assessment of needs, the assurance of public health services, and the provision of sound public health policies through dynamic and committed leadership.

Oversees permitting, conducts inspections, and enforces regulations for all environmental programs.

Offers a healthy home assessment to discuss common environmental hazards like asthma and allergy triggers, lead paint, mold, and harmful chemicals. Clients receive personalized advice on how to reduce these risks in your living space.

Provides support to protect people and environments from air pollution, including support for tobacco control measures. Assists organizations with evaluating, strengthening, writing, and implementing comprehensive tobacco-free policies for worksites and multi-unit housing partners.

Coordinates the review of plans and specifications for the construction of swimming pools and spas to be used by the public; provides oversight for hazardous materials under the state Right to Know Act; information on health effects of environmental causes, concerns etc.

Responsible for administering Pennsylvania's environmental laws and regulations. Specific services include monitoring air quality and drinking water and inspecting landfills.

The Nutrient Management Act 38 of 2005 requires all livestock operations exceeding two AEUs/acre to develop, implement, and maintain a nutrient management plan. Plans are written by certified nutrient management specialists who have met the criteria specified under Pennsylvania's Nutrient Management Specialist Certification Program, and are submitted to the conservation district for review and approval if they meet the program requirements. Implemented nutrient management plans can improve water quality, reduce fertilizer costs, improve herd health and provide numerous other operational benefits to the farmer. BMPs may be installed to protect streams and groundwater from manure/fertilizer nutrient contamination. In addition, all producers following the provisions of the law will benefit from limited liability protection offered under the act as well as financial assistance programs provided for plan development and implementation.

Provides information about lead poisoning and related environmental health issues. Information includes prevention, exposure, paint removal, consumer alerts, and other resources.

Serves as coordinator with county, state and federal agencies to mitigate the effects of disaster emergencies. Services include: Assists businesses and industries that deal with hazardous chemicals to develop evacuation plans Provides public education on actions to take during emergencies

Oversees permitting, conducts inspections, and enforces regulations for all environmental programs.

Offers personal help and provides information by phone or written information by mail about lead poisoning, prevention, and control.

Provides information on the health effects of exposure to carbon monoxide, testing procedures, and proper steps to take if it is detected.