https://rivcoeh.org/mosquito-surveillance-and-treatment
Mosquito Surveillance and Treatment Mosquitoes are the most dangerous animals on the planet. The disease-causing organisms (pathogens) they transmit (vector) through their bite kills more people and wild animals than all other animals combined. Mosquitoes are found on every continent except Antarctica. Of the 3,500 species of mosquitoes worldwide, 53 occur in California, 19 in Riverside County…
https://rivcoeh.org/medical-waste-program
Medical Waste Medical Waste Program The Department of Environmental Health is granted enforcement of the Medical Waste Management Act. It is this department's goal to ensure all medical waste generators properly segregate medical waste at the point of generation, and properly contain, treat, and dispose of that waste. Medical Waste Quick LinksMedical Waste Generator Permit ApplicationMedical…
https://rivcoeh.org/hazardous-waste
Hazardous Waste Hazardous Waste The Riverside County Environmental Health Hazardous Materials Branch is the sole overseeing agency for hazardous waste generation throughout the County. The purpose of the California hazardous waste program is to ensure that hazardous wastes will be properly managed and disposed of in order to protect both people and environment.Wastes can exist as liquids, solids…
https://rivcoeh.org/hazardous-materials-disclosure
Hazardous Materials Disclosure Business Plan Program Hazardous Materials Disclosure In order to protect public health and safety, as well as the environment, the Business Plan Program regulates the storage and handling of hazardous materials through education, facility inspections and enforcement of State law. Facilities residing in the incorporated cities of Corona and Riverside should direct…
https://rivcoeh.org/body-art
Body Art The Department of Environmental Health enforces the Safe Body Art Act which establishes minimum standards that apply to body art facilities and practitioners for the safe practice of body art in Riverside County. Copy of Permit Invoice Request Recall Notice - Sacred Tattoo Ink (7 May 2025) Recall Notice - Sierra Stain Pigments (24 August 2024) Body Art Inspection Reports Practitioner…
https://rivcoeh.org/special-processes-retail-food-facilities
Special Processes at Retail Food Facilities Special Processes In retail food facilities, there are many specialized processes that can be used to preserve food, extend food shelf life, or make food shelf stable. Processes like reduced oxygen packaging, smoking, curing, drying, fermenting, or juicing foods have an increased risk of getting someone sick. To make sure food prepared using one of…
https://rivcoeh.org/food-handler-certification
Food Handler Certification The primary goal of the Food Handler Certification Program is to prevent foodborne illness through education. All food employees whose place of employment handles food, beverages, or utensils must obtain a Riverside County Food Handler Certificate. Frequently Asked Questions How much does it cost? Both the online training and in-person exam cost is $28.00 How long is…
https://rivcoeh.org/swap-meets
Swap Meets If a swap meet has table top food vendors, the person or organization responsible for the swap meet is required to obtain a Swap Meet Organizer Permit. In addition, each food vendor is required to obtain their own table top food stand permit. Swap Meet Permit Application and GuidanceSwap Meet Operational ProceduresEnglishSpanishFood Vending Operations for Swap Meets Informational…
https://rivcoeh.org/lpa
Water Systems Small Public Water Systems (LPA) The Riverside County Local Primacy Agency (LPA) has been delegated primacy from the State Water Resources Control Board, Division of Drinking Water to provide regulatory oversight and inspect all Small Public Water Systems in the county. What is a Public Water System Who Needs a Public Water System Permit? Water LinksUseful Information:Templates for…
https://rivcoeh.org/certified-farmers-markets
Certified Farmers Markets Certified Farmers Markets allow local farmers to sell their California grown agricultural products directly to the public. Consumers have a chance to buy directly from local farmers, and the agricultural products you find at a Certified Farmers Market are seasonal and fresh. Certified Farmers Market Permit Application and GuidanceCertified Farmers Market Informational…
