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Environmental Health & Safety

Wake County launches new inspection score website. Check it out.
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Health & Safety Plans, Permits & Inspections

Environmental Health & Safety promotes public health through plan review, permitting and inspections of food service establishments, child day care facilities, nursing homes, hotels, public pools and tattoo artists. The division investigates lead exposure in children and pregnant women.

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All Environmental Health & Safety News
Pool inspector conducts a water test

Wake County pool season begins

April 10, 2025
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health inspector checks food stand at state fair

Wake County to inspect food vendors at State Fair

October 15, 2024
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Wake County kicks off campaign to boost food safety for food trucks and push carts

September 18, 2024
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Inspector standing by pool checks pH levels

Wake County to begin public pool inspections April 1

April 1, 2024
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General Questions or Concerns

919-856-5700

healthandsafety@wake.gov

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Office Hours: 8:15 a.m.–5:15 p.m.
Phone Hours: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

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