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Bathing Beach water testing |
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Insect and rodent control |
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Indoor air quality |
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Water pollution |
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Hazardous waste monitoring |
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Mosquito control |
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Environmental health advice and education |
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Right-to-Know (MSDS) Assistance |
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Consultation and information on environmental issues Housing Regulations |
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Enforce state and local regulations regarding: |
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• Tenant occupancy • Public buildings, dormitories, rooming houses • Abrasive blasting of paint |
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Issue certificates of habitability (enforce state housing codes when needed) |
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Enforce state lead laws and lead abatement |
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Respond to all complaints regarding housing violations |
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Provide inspections for the presence of asbestos and assess its conditions and instruct owners on proper abatement procedures. |
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Wells |
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Massachusetts General Law Chapter 111, section 122, investigate and require the elimination of nuisances or sources of filth on land or in our water. This law can be broadly interpreted but is reserved for those situations where a strong odor, large amount of debris or other hazardous condition exists. |
