A human’s first line of defense against disease is environmental management.
Environmental Health is responsible for the promotion and enhancement of public health as it relates to the environmental needs of our community. We strive to work with individuals, businesses, and the community through education, regulation, permitting, and when necessary, enforcement to promote a healthy and safe environment for all.
Environmental Health’s Core Functions
- Prevent epidemics and the spread of disease
- Protect against environmental hazards
- Prevent injuries
- Promote and encourage healthy behaviors
- Respond to disasters and assist communities in recovery
Please visit each county Environmental Health page for specific county applications and requirements.
For a complete list of Environmental Health Forms, please click the link below.
Environmental Health Forms – West Central Health District
ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Course
The Columbus Department of Public Health sponsors a 2-Day ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Course. Next course will be Tuesday, May 20, 2025 and Wednesday, May 21, 2025, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm each day.
May 20 2025 – May 21 2025- 2-Day ServSafe Registration Form
Send payment with completed registration via our website through our payment portal, in person at our administrative offices at 2100 Comer Avenue, 2nd Floor, or by mail to:
Columbus Department of Public Health
Environmental Health
P.O. Box 2299
Columbus, GA 31902
The National Restaurant Association allows an examinee to take the Serve Safe Food Protection Manager Exam twice within a 30-day period, if necessary. If three attempts are required, the examinee must wait at least 60 days from their last attempt. No more than four attempts are allowed in a 12-month period.
The ServSafe® Retest is for anyone who did not pass the exam on a prior attempt. Please check back for the date of the next retest.
Please contact the Environmental Health Office at 706-321-6170 if you have questions regarding the ServSafe® Program.
ServSafe® is a registered trademark of the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation, and used under license by National Restaurant Association Solutions, LLC.
Note: American National Standards Institute (ANSI) food safety certification approved exams can also be found on the ANSI website.
For additional information, visit GDPH Food Service Rules and Regulations.
Additional Information
Water Interruption Brochure