Great Lakes Council - Public Health

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Onsite Sewage Management Systems - The septic safe program is a statewide partnership between the NSW Government, local councils and industry.

Food Safety - Councils Environmental Officers ensure that food sold is safe to consume.

Cooling Towers and Regulated Systems - There is a potential health risk with any open water cooling system.

Asbestos - A naturally occurring fibrous silicate mineral. It becomes a health risk when asbestos fibres are released into the air and breathed in.

Pollution and Open Burning - Pollution is the release of harmful substances into our surroundings which impacts on the health of the natural environment.

Skin Penetration - Skin penetration procedures are regulated under the Public Health (Skin Penetration) Regulation.

Hairdressing Salons and Barber Shops - Requirements and standards for hairdressing salons and barber shops.

Insects & Mosquitoes - Scabies, bed bugs and mosquitoes can be a nuisance to public health.

Public Swimming Pools - Information relating to the public health risk associated with public swimming and spa pools.

Drinking Water Rain Water Tanks - Information and guidelines on use of rainwater for drinking or other domestic purposes.

Medicines and Sharps - Information relating to unwanted medicines and sharps (needles / syringes).

Contact Details:

council@greatlakes.nsw.gov.au