Housing & Camps
What We Do
- Inspect apartments, motels/hotels, organized camps, detention facilities, massage clinics, and bed and breakfasts for possible environmental health hazards
- Respond to complaints
- Rehabilitation or demolition
- Work with neighborhood leaders to remove substandard multifamily structures that are hazardous to the community
- Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
Housing
Housing Documents & Links
California Tenants: A Guide to Residential Tenants’ and Landlords’ Rights and Responsibilities
Energy, Education, and Environmental Services Program
Provides energy education, weatherization and energy conservation assistance to eligible low-income residents.
Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino (HACSB)
Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board
Landlord/Tenant Law: FAQ’s from Inland Counties Legal Services, Inc. (ICLS)
Landlord/Tenant Legal Information
Title VIII: Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity
US Department of Housing and Urban Development: Tenant Rights, Laws and Protections in California
Mold
You should be concerned about mold in your home if the mold growth is extensive and/or can’t be controlled by using disinfectants. Exposure to high airborne mold spore levels may lead to certain health problems. Additionally, mold can cause structural damage to various components in your home.
Allergic reactions are the most common health effects associated with mold exposure. Common symptoms of mold exposure may include respiratory problems, nasal and sinus congestion, burning eyes, watery eyes, reddened eyes, blurry vision, coughing, nose and throat irritation, skin irritation, shortness of breath, possible fever, and central nervous system symptoms such as memory problems, mood changes, and constant headaches.
Environmental Health Services does not test or inspect for mold. You can visit the National Safety Council or Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Asthma, Air Quality, and Environmental Justice websites for additional information on the symptoms of mold exposure.
Additional general information on molds can be obtained from the following websites:
American Lung Association: Indoor Pollution: Biological Agents
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Biological Pollutants in Your Home
Organized Camps
Food Safety Courses
Food Handler Training and Test
Organizations that operate at camps longer than 2 weeks must have their food handler staff obtain the San Bernardino County Certified Food Handler card.
Organized Camp Food Safety Training
Volunteers and/or staff that handle food and/or food contact surfaces at organized camps for 2 weeks or less are encouraged to take the “Organized Camp Food Safety Training” course. This course is intended to train the public on how to keep food safe and prevent the spread of foodborne illness while using our Organized Campgrounds. Upon successful completion of this course, participants will receive a certificate of completion and will have the opportunity to obtain and print a variety of food safety posters.
NOTE: This module will not provide you with a Food Handler Card. If operating more than 2 weeks, please refer to the Food Handler Training and Test to obtain an official Food Handler Card.
Access the Organized Camps Food Safety Training course.
Camp Documents & Links
Laws and Regulations Relating to Organized Camps
A guidebook of various laws and regulations from the California Health and Safety Code, California Code of Regulations, California Fire Code, and California Building Code.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Should I be concerned about mold in my home?
A: Yes, if the mold growth is extensive and/or can’t be controlled by using disinfectants. Exposure to high airborne mold spore levels may lead to certain health problems. Additionally, mold can cause structural damage to various components in your home.
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SERVICES DOES NOT TEST FOR MOLD. Additional general information on molds can be obtained from the following web sites:
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Biological Pollutants in Your Home
Common Indoor Air Pollutants
Indoor Air Quality: Basics for Schools
American Lung Association: Indoor Pollution: Biological Agents
Q: What are the common symptoms of mold exposure?
A: Allergic reactions are the most common health effects associated with mold exposure. Symptoms may include respiratory problems, nasal and sinus congestion, burning eyes, watery eyes, reddened eyes, blurry vision, coughing, nose and throat irritation, skin irritation, shortness of breath, possible fever, and central nervous system symptoms such as memory problems, mood changes, and constant headaches.
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SERVICES DOES NOT TEST FOR MOLD. Additional information on the symptoms of mold exposure can be obtained from the following web sites:
National Safety Council
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Asthma, Air Quality, and Environmental Justice
Q: What is the phone number to someone that can help me with mold?
A: 1-800-438-4318 (Cal EPA)
Q: Can Environmental Health Services test for mold?
A: No, Environmental Health Services does not test or inspect for mold.
Camp Newsletters
2018