Division of Environmental Health
Food Service Inspections:
Division of Environmental Health (610) 865-7083
To decrease the incidence of foodborne illnesses and assure
the quality of food establishments in the City of Bethlehem.
The Bethlehem Health Bureau licenses and inspects all food service
establishments including: restaurants, daycares, retail food
establishments, mobile and temporary vending, schools, and nursing
homes.
Institution Inspections
To assure protection against environmental hazards of all the
residents in these institutions and to reduce the risk of environmental
hazards at thos areas. The Health Bureau inspects all recreation
facilities and institutions at least once a year including:
nursing homes, recreational facilities, schools, swimming pools,
daycares.
Water and Wastewater Monitoring
On-Lot Sewage Systems: To ensure quality water for the City
of Bethlehem and surrounding areas. The Health Bureau reviews
all monthly reports sent the be Department of Public Works to
maintain quality and detect problems. On-lot sewage inspections
are conducted and permits issued in accordance with State regulations.
The Health Bureau also responds to pollution incidents threatening
natural bodies of water.
Solid Waste Management
To reduce the hazard of solid waste contamination in the City
of Bethlehem. In doing so, the Bureau carries out the recommendations
of the Lehigh and Northampton Counties Solid Waste Management
Plans. Follow-up and investigate complaints about specific and
serious health or sanitation problems involving solid waste.
A list of approved trash haulers is available in the Bureau.
Hauler Truck Inspections
To assure the City and the residents that the vehicles, and
its waste containers are environmentally safe by inspecting
garbage trucks and compacting equipment for licensing.
Responsive Services
To reduce the hazards of environmental pollution in the City
of Bethlehem.
Lead Assessments (HUD)
To identify and eliminate lead hazards in pre-1978 housing,
by conducting a Hazard Risk Assessment while inspecting all
dwelling units or other structures occupied or frequented by
children ages 6 months through 6 years who have been diagnosed
with elevated blood lead levels. The Bureau works in conjunction
with the City's Rehabilitation program.
Education Services
The Bureau provides educational support for all environmental
problems, including food operators, facility staff, contractors,
landlords, and the general public about environmental safety
including sanitary hazards, lead poisoning, vector caused diseases,
and proper waste disposal. |
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