As Florida's population grows, the potential for pollution from the disposal of liquid and solid wastes increases.  Environmental health workers are responsible for guarding against pollution and illness resulting from improper waste disposal.

    

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Local Health workers review applications for permits for septic tanks and other individual sewage disposal systems to ensure proper installation and operation.  They also inspect septic tank manufacturers, and companies that provide or service temporary services.

    
   
   
   

Sanitarians also inspect solid waste disposal sites, such as landfills, dumps and incinerators, to ensure they are operated in a nuisance-free manner.

    
   

 

 

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