Environmental Health

The Shire manages environmental health in the community, including food safety, wastewater systems and public health risks. 

Food businesses

If you operate a food business in the Shire, you must meet food safety requirements.

We can help with:

  • registering a food business
  • understanding food safety requirements
  • inspections and compliance

Food safety training

If you handle food as part of a business or community group, you should have basic food safety knowledge.

Residents can access a free online training course.

FoodSafe Online

  • basic food hygiene training for food handlers and volunteers
  • self-paced and completed online

Visit Environmental Health Australia and select FoodSafe Online to register.

Use voucher code FSRAVENS379 at checkout to receive a discount.

Wastewater and septic systems

If you are installing or modifying a septic system, you must obtain approval from the Shire before starting work.

We can help with:

  • applications and approvals
  • installation requirements
  • ongoing maintenance responsibilities

Please contact us before starting any work.

Pests and public health risks

If you notice pests or other public health risks, you can report them to us.

This may include:

  • vermin or insect infestations
  • unsanitary conditions
  • other environmental health concerns

For assistance on any of the above, you can contact us by phone: (08) 9839 0000