Living Environment

An Environmental Health generalist conducts annual inspections of the public and private schools and playgrounds in Kittitas County to ensure a safe and healthy school environment for children. A building walkthrough evaluates sanitation issues, food handling and preparation practices, and overall cleanliness of the facility.

Additionally, construction plans (new and remodeling) for schools and new or proposed playground layouts and equipment are reviewed by the Environmental Health generalist.

Camps are visited annually. Camp inspections focus on health and safety issues of the facilities from the bathing areas and sleeping quarters to the kitchens and food sanitation practices. Camp inspections also involve a review of the water systems, a check on water quality, an inspection of bathroom, shower, and laundry facilities, solid waste handling practices and any potential liquid waste problems.

Camp Permit Application

Resources & Links

• Washington legislative (Primary and Secondary Schools)
• Washington legislative (Camps)
• Washington State Department of Health
• CDC