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Approves and inspects tattoo and piercing establishments within its jurisdiction. Investigates complaints of possible infection associated with tattoos or piercings. Investigates complaints of unlicensed tattoo and piercing facilities.

Provides inspections and licensure of all commercial and residential plumbing; campgrounds; permanent, temporary, and mobile food operators; swimming pools and spas; water haulers; tattoo and body piercing establishments, and schools. Collects water samples from sites that have a non-municipal water system to ensure bacteriologically acceptable drinking water. Inspects sewage systems and private water systems, such as wells and cisterns.

Provides information on bed bug infestation. Information includes how they may have gotten in the home, where to look for them, how to know if a home has them and steps to take to get rid of them. Will come to a site to identify the bugs and offer advice on control.

Offers free honey bee swarm removal and relocation.

Provides a hotline and website that offer resources on pest control measures. Trained pesticide specialists are available to discuss the risks of pesticide and non-emergency pest and pesticide-related health information. It is not a poison control center nor does it have regulatory authority.

Permits and inspects new, replacement, and alterations to private water systems (PWS). Private water systems include: * Wells * Cisterns * Springs * Ponds

Inspects for safety and health at schools and day cares for youth kindergarten age through grade 12 in the service area. Provides input to school officials on issues of health and safety.

Provides a diagnostic laboratory specializing in the identification of plant diseases, plant health issues and insect related problems. Includes bed bug identification. Individuals will receive a response within days.

Inspects all public pools and spas for safety and health. Holds an annual training for pool operators. Both services are done to assure a safe and healthy swimming environment for the public.

1. Provide consultation and inspection services for the discovery and abatement of indoor air pollution situations . 2. Provide information to the public regarding indoor air pollution (i.e., radon, UFF-Urea Formaldehyde Foam /Insulation / Sprayed-In Foam) Asbestos and lead information provided by Ohio Dept. of Health 3. Provides free radon test kits. 4. Cooperate with the Ohio Department of Health in providing limited testing of potential pollution sources.

Responsible for sewer maintenance, water connections within the public right of way, and treatment of sewage and wastewater. In case of basement flooding, will send an inspector to the site to determine if blockage or break is in the main sewer line (for example, the storm sewer in the street) or on private property (from the curb to the house). Can only address issues with publicly owned sewer line. The sewer line from the curb to the house is the homeowners' responsibility. Where possible, will give the property owner advice on what is needed to remedy the problem. Takes complaints and reports from consumers concerning water and sewage service and will answer questions about billing. Prepares annual drinking water quality reports, and responds to inquiries about water pollutants. Reads water meters monthly.

Offers fire protection services, emergency medical services, fire inspection, smoke alarms for low-income families, carbon monoxide testing, fire prevention education, and general safety information. Also provides a juvenile firesetters program.

Performs maintenance and repairs to remove contaminants and reduce hazards associated with the presence of lead paint in owner-occupied and rental housing units.

Routinely inspects household sewage systems owned by individuals or businesses. Collects surface water samples to test for quality near these systems both at routine intervals and if a complaint is received. Also tests water from private wells upon request. Issues permits for new sewage systems and wells and alterations to existing systems, and inspects these upon completion. Verifies abandonment of sewage systems when sanitary sewer connection occurs. Verifies abandonment of private water systems.

Provides fire prevention and protection services as well as emergency medical services for the City of Mayfield Heights. Also provides carbon monoxide testing upon request in emergencies, and smoke detectors for eligible residents.

Provides water services to the City of Greenville. Offers customer assistance with securing and maintaining water service, billing concerns, payment arrangements, and other necessary services. Tap water testing of individual residences is usually limited to testing for chlorine content.

Provides gardening information including diagnosis of plant and insect problems by phone or online. Offers gardening workshops for beginner and advanced gardeners, and a speaker's bureau for community groups and organizations.

Provides public education on fire prevention, development and enforcement of fire safety codes, emergency disaster preparation and community fire protection for the city. Will do carbon monoxide testing in emergencies.

Inspects septic systems owned by individuals or businesses if a complaint is received. If requested, will test water from private wells for nitrates, lead and coliform bacteria. Provides information on disinfecting a well as well as other information pertaining to private water systems. Issues permits for new septic systems and water wells in Geauga County and inspects them upon completion. Handles the annual registration and bonding for sewage system contractors.

Provides a collection of non-traditional library items, including: craft kits, bicycles, games, electronics, health related items, kitchenware, sewing machines, musical instruments, puzzles, outdoor activity items, STEM kits, telescopes, tools, adventure passes, memory kits, and the seed library. For a complete list of items, visit: https://www.mrcpl.org/browse/library-of-things/

Enforces regulations concerning the collection, storage, transportation, and final disposal of all solid waste and infectious waste.

Provides information to help people protect themselves from environmental hazards. Advocates for and assists with policy development of environmental health issues. Focuses on topics such as housing related health hazards, asbestos, air pollution, asthma triggers and controls (especially for children), carbon monoxide, chemical accidents, global warming, household hazardous waste disposal, lawn care, lead, mold, ozone, pesticides, and radon. Offers speakers and printed materials about health and environmental threats.