GREEN CITY
Environmental health is the branch of public health responsible for detection, prevention and control of environmental and health hazards which affect human health. Its mandate is to promote, protect, and maintain public health through:
- Prevention of environmental-related diseases
- Control of environmental hazards
- Regulation and monitoring of environmental health standards
- Health education and enforcement of environmental health policies.
SERVICES OFFERED;
Below are the key environmental health services, with their objectives, requirements, and provisions:
- Solid Waste Management
- Food Quality Control
- Water Quality Monitoring
- Business Inspections
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Communicable Disease Control
- Building Control
FOOD QUALITY CONTROL
COMMUNICABLE DISEASE CONTROL
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
Housing and building control
WATER QUALITY MONITORING
OUR OFFICES
SERVICE PROVISION POINTS
Environmental Health Administration and Management- Civic Centre 2411910 / 849/912
Waste Management and Nuisance Control –Light Industrial next to Old Stadium 2411716 / 71380841
Inspectorate Section- Light Industrial next to Old Stadium 2411747 / 71380590
Waste Treatment and Disposal Section (Landfill)-2417346 / 77001415
You ask, we answer
The department is responsible for promoting and protecting public health and the environment. Key functions include:
Waste management and sanitation control
Food safety inspections
Vector and pest control
Pollution monitoring and control
Environmental education and awareness
You can report illegal dumping, open burning, or pollution incidents to City Town Council’s Environmental Health Office @ 2672411850
Provide details such as:
Location of the incident
Type of waste or pollutant
Time and date observed
Environmental Health Officers (EHOs) conduct routine inspections of food outlets, butcheries, restaurants, and street vendors to ensure:
Proper food handling and storage
Hygiene standards are met
Valid health certificates are displayed
They also provide food safety education and may issue warnings or close premises that pose health risks.
During outbreaks (e.g., cholera, COVID-19, or water contamination), the department works with Ministry of Health and other agencies to:
Conduct environmental assessments
Ensure safe water and sanitation
Carry out community health education
Enforce hygiene regulations and waste disposal measures
