We have an Environmentalist available at the office 3 Wednesdays a month to assist you with your environmental needs. They are available to do water sampling, food service inspections, on-site sewage design consultation, daycare inspections, and educational presentations. If you have a complaint with a restaurant or other facility or environmental problem in Shelby County, contact us to assess the situation. We are always ready and willing to help!

Environmental Public Health Specialists are agents of the Missouri Department of Health. The Shelby County EPHS is a Certified Environmental Health Specialist in the State of Missouri. The responsibilities of the EPHS include the following:

• Inspecting restaurants, taverns, schools, senior centers, retail food establishments, daycare & lodging establishments.
  
• Respond to questions about the private water supplies, sewage, rabies, indoor air, etc.
  
• Evaluate plans for septic system installations, site evaluations, & issue permits. Consult with homeowners & installers about septic options.
  
• Collect private water samples upon request. Two types of sample available: Bacteriological & General Chemistry (also known as New Well Series).
  
• Investigate complaints which may indicate a public health problems such as foodborne illness or sewage problems.
  
• Conduct food schools in which food safety & sanitation is taught to food service employees. <>UL>
  Additional Environmental information can be obtained by contacting our office.