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    Drinking Water Sampling in Delaware Schools for Lead

    The Delaware Department of Education and the Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) began a sampling initiative in Delaware schools in October 2020 to identify the levels of lead within the drinking water system. As of early 2022, every school in Delaware has been sampled and the initial results have been analyzed by the Division of Public Health Labratory (DPHL).

    New Plumbing Inspection Procedures

    Plumbing permit holders may now email plumbing inspection requests. Please provide:

    • Permit number
    • Type of inspection
    • Plumber or homeowner’s name
    • Inspection address and any information on accessing the property

    Inspections for Kent County can be emailed to: DHSS_DPH_KentCoPlumbing@delaware.gov

    Inspections for Sussex County can be emailed to: DHSS_DPH_SussexCoPlumbing@delaware.gov

    The mission of Health Systems Protection (HSP) is the protection of Delaware citizens through the monitoring and enforcement of health and safety standards as well as the prevention and control of environmental risk to human health. HSP accomplishes this mission by:

    • Working with retail food establishments to ensure safe and wholesome products are available in Delaware stores and restaurants;
    • Monitoring drinking water quality throughout Delaware;
    • Providing oversight for radiation facilities and technicians;
    • Ensuring contractors and renovators working in Delaware are using lead-safe work practices.
    • Providing consultations and information on indoor air quality;
    • Regulatory oversight of healthcare facilities throughout Delaware; and
    • An array of additional services is working to improve and protect the health and safety of all Delawareans.

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