About Provider
We are an enforcement agency operating as part of the County of Los Angeles, Department of Public Health. The common title of our staff is “Health Inspector,” but the official title is “Environmental Health Specialist.” The State of California mandates that only qualified, trained professionals may perform the duties within the scope of this field. Our staff of professionals has backgrounds in the sciences including chemistry, physics, biology, microbiology, mathematics, and environmental health.
OUR VISION
A healthy and sustainable environment for the residents of Los Angeles County.
OUR MISSION
To assess environmental conditions and reduce exposure to health risks; and to educate the public on sources of environmental risk so they are empowered to protect themselves, their families, and their communities.
WHO WE SERVE
Los Angeles County residents and visitors
Food industry
Housing and institutions operators
Water, sewage, and solid waste industries
Other public and private industries
