Environmental Health Services
Sewage Disposal
When Did The Ban Take Effect?
- Ohio voters passed Issue 5 on Nov. 7, 2006, creating Ohio ’s indoor smoking ban under Ohio Revised Code (ORC) Chapter 3794 effective December 7, 2006.
- This law requires “public places” and “places of employment” prohibit smoking as of that date.
- These businesses and organizations must also post “No Smoking” signs and remove ashtrays and other smoking receptacles.
Smoking Ban Rules
All “public places” and “places of employment” must:
- Prohibit smoking;
- Post “No Smoking” signs including the telephone number 1-866-559-OHIO (6446) for reporting of violations; and
- Remove all ashtrays and other smoking receptacles.
Link to complete text from the Ohio Revised Code 3794 to review the law.
For more information including downloadable signage:
For More Information and To Report Violations
Visit the Ohio Department of Health’s Smoke-Free Workplace webpage at Smoking Ban
To report violations call 1-866-559 OHIO(6446)
Or send an email to
Your complaint will be sent to the health district in which the alleged violation occurred for investigation.
Tobacco Quit Line
The Ohio Tobacco Quit Line is now housed at the Ohio Department of Health and continues to provide invaluable assistance to smokers who want to kick the tobacco habit. Tobacco counselors are available to help you from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday-Friday and from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Soon-to-be-former smokers can also leave a message 24 hours a day and request a call-back time that is convenient for them. Service is available in 150 languages and TTY service is available for the deaf and hard of hearing at 1-888-229-2182.
Smokers who want to quit are much more successful when they take advantage of services such as the Ohio Tobacco Quit Line. Indeed, only 5 percent of those who try to quit smoking cold turkey are successful, compared to 22 percent who use the quit line. You have nothing to lose – except for a nasty habit that is the leading cause of preventable death – and everything to gain. Call the Ohio Tobacco Quit Line today at 1-800-QUIT-NOW (784-8669) or 1-888-229-2182 for TTY service. You and your loved ones will be glad you did.
Rabies Program
The Gallia County Board of Health is charged with the enforcement authority of Ohio Administrative Code, Section 3701-3-28 , Section 3701-3-29, and Section 3701-3-30. These sections cover the quarantine, vaccination and examination of animals involved in reported biting incidents.
Services
- Investigation of all animal bites and exposures
- Conduct rabies vaccination clinics
- Quarantine enforcement
- Laboratory examination
What to do if a animal bites you?
- Immediately, wash the wound with lots of soap and water.
- Seek medical attention and follow their recommendations.
- If possible, detain or hold the animal, so it can be examined by the Health Department. If the animal is to be destroyed, do not damage the head.
- Report the bite to the Health Department as soon as possible. Be prepared to describe the animal or provide the name and address of the animal.
Contacts
To report an animal bite: 740-441-2018 or fax 740-441-2963
Click here for the Ohio Department of Health Rabies Program
Click here for the latest information on rabies from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Printable Animal Bite Report Form
If time permits, fill out this form and take it with you to the doctor or hospital.
Rabies in Ohio Wildlife
ODNR Publication #136
Fillable Animal Bite Report Form
Solid Waste and Infectious Waste Program
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has approved the Gallia County Board of Health to operate a solid waste and infectious waste program according to Section 3734 of the Ohio Revised Code and Section 3745 of the Ohio Administrative Code.
Services
- License and inspect all solid waste and scrap tire disposal facilities.
- License and inspect all large generators and treatment facilities of infectious waste.
- Conduct free disposal days for scrap tires.
- Investigate open dumping and burning complaints.
- License all solid waste haulers operating in Gallia County.
The Gallia County Board of Health is charged with the enforcement authority of Ohio Administrative Code Chapter 3701-28 . These regulations govern the construction, inspection, installation, development, maintenance and abandonment of private water systems (PWS).
Definitions
- Private Water System means any well, spring, cistern, pond, or hauled water tank that has fewer than fifteen service connections and does not regularly serve an average of at least twenty-five individuals daily at least sixty days a year.
Services
- Issues Installation or Alterations Permits for private water systems
- Water System Certifications
- Conducts bacterial water sampling and screening of private or semi-private water supplies
- Investigates waterborne illnesses
Application for Private Water System
Complete the above application and turn it in at the Gallia County Health Department to obtain a permit for a new well or water system
Food Safety
| File Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Temporary Food License Application |
Fill out both pages of application completely and take to the Gallia County Health Department at least two weeks prior to the event. |
| Boil Advisory |
What to do when there is no water and more importantly, when it’s turned back on. |
| Keep Food Safe During a Power Outage |
What to do when the lights go out. |
| Cold Storage | These short, but safe, time limits will help keep refrigerated food from spoiling or becoming dangerous to eat. Because freezing keeps food safe indefinitely, recommended storage times are for quality only. |
| Cooking Temperatures |
How can you tell when it’s done? |
| Choosing a Sanitizer |
What to use after you clean it. |
| Foods and Allergies |
This information could save a life. |
The Gallia County Board of Health is charged with the enforcement authority of Ohio Revised Code, Chapter 3717 and Ohio Administrative Code, Chapter 3717(Ohio Uniform Food Safety Rules) ,Ohio Administrative Code 3701-21 (Food Service Administrative Rules) and Ohio Administrative Code 901:3-4 (Retail Food Establishment Administrative Rules) concerning the construction, operation and sanitation for Food Service Operations (FSO), Retail Food Establishments (RFE), Vending Locations, Mobile Food Services Operations, Mobile Retail Food Establishments, and Temporary FSO’s or RFE’s.
Definitions
Food Service Operation Class I – sells only pre-packaged food, self service drinks or over-the counter drugs. These operations pose the smallest risk of foodborne disease.
Food Service Operation Class II – handles or prepares non-potentially hazardous foods or that holds potentially hazardous foods at the same temperature at which they are received or heats individually packaged, commercially processed potentially hazardous foods. These operations pose an minimal risk of foodborne disease.
Food Service Operation Class III – handles or cuts raw meat or cooks potentially hazardous foods for immediate consumption or re-heats individual portions of food. These operations pose a higher risk of foodborne disease.
Food Service Operation Class IV – cools and re-heats bulk quantities of food, offers raw ready to eat potentially hazardous food, or serves high risk clientele or caters. These operations pose a higher risk of foodborne disease.
Mobile Food Service Operation – is operated from a movable vehicle, portable structure, or watercraft and that routinely changes location, except when the operation remains at any one for more than forty consecutive days.
Temporary Food Service – is operated at an event for not more than five consecutive days, and for not more than 10 events (6 days maximum if held at Gallia County Fair and a resident of Gallia County)
| File Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Handwash Sink Poster | Handwash sink poster for food establishments. (Print as many as you need.) |
| Plan Review Guide | License application and provides detailed assistance for the plan approval phase of your food service operation. |
| Starting a Food Business in Gallia County | It’s not all about cooking great meals. |
| Temporary Food License Packet | Temporary food license application and the information you need to know when serving food to the masses. |
| Home Bakery License Information | Let them eat cakes, pies, or doughnuts. |
| Mobile Food Guidelines | Cooking on the run. |
| Pushcart Operations | Cooking on the sidewalk. |
| Mobile Requirements Checklist | Provides a requirements checklist for your mobile food operation. |
The Board of Health is charged with the enforcement authority of Ohio Revised Code, Chapter 3717 and Ohio Adiministrative Code, Chapter 3717(Ohio Uniform Food Safety Rules) , Ohio Administrative Code 3701-21 (Food Service Administrative Rules) and Ohio Administrative Code 901:3-4 (Retail Food Establishment Administrative Rules) concerning the construction, operation and sanitation for Food Service Operations (FSO), Retail Food Establishments (RFE) and vending locations.
Definitions
- Retail Food Establishment Class I – sells only pre-packaged food and drinks, self service fountain drinks or baby food and formula. These establishments pose the smallest risk of foodborne disease.
- Retail Food Establishment Class II – handles or prepares non-potentially hazardous foods or that holds potentially hazardous food at the same temperature at which it is received or heats individually packaged, commercially processed potentially hazardous foods. These establishments pose an minimal risk of foodborne disease.
- Retail Food Establishment Class III – handles or cuts raw meat, prepares potentially hazardous food for immediate consumption, cuts or slices ready-to-eat meats or cheeses, or re-heats individual portions of food. These establishments pose a higher risk of foodborne disease.
- Retail Food Establishment Class IV – cools and re-heats bulk quantities of food, offers raw ready to eat potentially hazardous food, serves high risk clientele or caters. These establishments pose a higher risk of foodborne disease.
- Cottage Food Operation is a person who in person’s home, produces food items that are not potentially hazardous (bakery products, jams, jellies, fruit butter, candy).
| File Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Date Marking Flow Chart | A flow chart to keep food fresh and safe. |
| Our Enforcement Policy | These are our expectations. |
| Food Employee Illness Agreement | I’m sick, may I still work my shift? The answer, it depends. |
| The Person in Charge | This is the “Go-To” person. |
| Mobile Food Code References | Useful food code information for mobile food vendors. |
| Emergency Handbook for Food Managers | Hey Boss! What do I do now?? |
| Emergency Handbook for Food Employees | Don’t worry boss. I know how to handle it. |
| Emergency Training Guide | Food employee emergency training guide for food managers. |
Sewage DisposalSewage Disposal
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (OEPA) has the authority over the design, construction, installation, and operation of the sanitary sewers and sewage treatment devices for all buildings and places other than a private residence or a dwelling (one, two, or three family). In addition, sewage treatment required in new or altered RV parks, campgrounds, mobile home parks, swimming pools, food services, retail food services and marinas require approval by the Ohio EPA before being licensed.
To Obtain A Permit-To-Install
Before excavating the site for a building where public water and/or sewer services are not available, contact the district office of the OEPA. The district office can give advice on the relative merits of a site with regard to sewage disposal. Satisfactory location for the discharge of the effluent from sewage treatment plants may not be feasible. The investigation should be made before plans are started. Some sites may not be acceptable for sewage disposal.
Plans shall be prepared by a professional engineer familiar with sewerage systems in compliance with Sections 4733.01 throught 4733.25 and 4733.99 of the Ohio Revised Code.
Contacts
Ohio Environmental Protection Agency
Southeast District Office
Division of Surface Water
2195 Front Street
Logan, Ohio 43138
740-385-8501
Complaints
Complaints – Southeast Ohio District – 1-800-686-7330
The Gallia County Board of Health is charged with the enforcement authority of Ohio Administrative Code, Chapter 3701-29 concerning the construction, installation and maintenance of individual sewage disposal systems serving one, two and three family dwellings.
Services
- Issues permits for the installation or alteration of household sewage disposal systems
- Licenses installers and cleaners of sewage disposal systems
- Conducts site evaluations
- Conducts annual inspections of household septic systems
- Provides operation and maintenance training
- Certifies existing septic systems for real estate transactions and refinancing
Ohio Environmental Protection Agency – Division of Surface Water
Application for Food Service Operation Retail Food
Application for License to Operate a Public Swimming Pool
Application for License to Operate Campground
Application for Private Water System Site Plan
Application for Vending Machine License
Application to Operate a Resident Camp or Day Camp
To file a nuisance complaint, complete the form and mail or e-mail the completed form to the Health Department. A completed form must be signed before the complaint can be investigated. For persons not willing to sign the complaint contact one of your local Township Trustees and ask him/her to sign the complaint.
