Martin County Health Department

Environmental Health is an essential part of Florida's public health program. The Environmental Health Section protects the health of the general public by investigation, monitoring and regulating activities in the environment which may contribute to the occurrence or transmission of disease.

Environmental Health also serves as an information clearinghouse for all types of citizen inquiries concerning environmental issues.

Beach Water Quality:

Beach water sampling results for Martin County.

Biomedical Waste:

All businesses that generate medical waste are inspected to make sure the waste is stored and disposed of in a safe manner. Residents who use syringes, needles and lancets can obtain a container and dispose of this waste at our office for a nominal fee.

Food Hygiene:

Food is one of the most common methods of spreading disease. Outbreaks of food-related illnesses are investigated to eliminate the cause of the illness and to require corrective actions to prevent future outbreaks. The Department of Business and Professional Regulation handles the permitting and inspection of restaurants. Our office inspects food establishments such as school cafeterias, movie theaters, nursing homes, jails, hospitals and day care centers.

Fuel Storage Tank Program:

Information about fuel storage tank regulation.

Groundwater Contamination:

The most common groundwater in Martin County that could cause health problems is petroleum. Hundreds of underground petroleum tanks and piping at gas stations have leaked over the years. Our office samples well around these contaminated storage systems for leaks.

Indoor Air Quality:

The air quality in homes and businesses can cause numerous health problems. Investigations are conducted to assess air quality and prevent building related illnesses.

Rabies:

Rabies is a virus that is spread by the bite or scratch of an infected animal. Raccoons, foxes, cats, bats and bobcats are the most common rabid animals found in Martin County. We test animals for the virus and monitor quarantined pets. Residents should vaccinate their pets and avoid contact with wild animals.

Septic Tank Systems:

Wastewater must be properly treated so that it does not contaminate wells or rivers. Our office makes sure that septic systems are properly construction so that they do not overflow or pollute groundwater. We also monitor companies that pump out septic tanks and that service portable toilets. Businesses that use hazardous chemicals are inspected to make sure that these wastes are disposed of properly and not poured down drains or into the septic tanks.

Easy Access to Well and Septic Information on Your Property:

If you ever needed to know the location of your septic system or well, we now offer a way to get this information from the comfort of your home or office. This service is FREE just follow these steps:

 

Click on: https://s2.ebridge-solutions.com/ebridge/3.0/default.aspx

User Name:      PUBLIC

Password:        PUBLIC

File Cabinet:     MARTIN COUNTY

Click Login

 

• On the top of the page, click Retrieve
• On the drop down menu, choose permit type. There are three (3) categories: Septic, Well, and I/M (Industrial Manufacturing and Commercial systems).
• Enter the property address (i.e. house number), street name (without north, east, west, or south), and other information such as lot, block and subdivision. Usually entering just a house number is a good idea as it will bring up two or three properties to choose from.

Once you have accessed information on your property, you will be able to rotate the site plans, if necessary using the buttons on top. You have the ability to print out the information or e-mail it to your contractor, if you like.

We have thousands of permits entered, but this will always be a process that we will be updating and adding even more permits. So, if you can’t find your property today, please contact us we may be able to provide copies of permits not yet entered.

We hope that all citizens of Martin County who are on well and septic will find this service useful. Please contact us if you need help with the system. We hope you will take the time to provide us with feedback on this new venture.

Sharps Disposal Program:

Information about our Used Sharps Disposal Program.

Water Quality:

Our office makes sure that the water you drink is safe. They investigate illnesses or complaints related to contaminants in your water supply. Water supply wells must be constructed properly and tested frequently for contaminants. In addition, public swimming pools and spas which serve hotels, condominiums and apartment buildings are inspected for such items as water chemistry, safety equipment and water circulation equipment.

Other Services:

Epidemic Investigations

Group Care Inspections

Health Hazard Investigations

Migrant Labor Housing Inspections

Mobile Home and RV Park Inspections

Tanning Facility Inspections