The Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) of Spokane County is part of the national network of MRC volunteers. Spokane County MRC volunteers support and improve the health and safety of their communities and play an active role during emergency preparedness and response efforts, providing added capacity for medical workers and first responders when needed.
Operations and maintenance (O&M) providers are permitted annually by the health district. In accordance with WAC 246-272A-0340, on-site sewage system O&M providers must obtain approval from the local health officer prior to providing services within a local health jurisdiction.
SRHD’s Opioid Treatment Program provides medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD), counseling, group therapy, and medical care for people seeking recovery from opioids.
The Water Recreation Program protects public health by working with owners and operators of public and semi-public water recreation facilities to prevent drowning, illnesses and injuries. Approximately 194 seasonal and 78 annual facilities in Spokane County are permitted and inspected at least annually for compliance with state regulations.
Know how to get accurate information during an emergency or disaster. Spokane County residents have access to several information sources, including Spokane County Emergency Management’s Alert Spokane, a local emergency notification system.
Emergencies can happen quickly and without warning. Disasters can have a big impact on the supplies and services we use every day. Being prepared for any type of emergency with a plan, supplies and information will help you cope with the challenges and stay safe.
The resources on this page are for professionals with an interest in emergency preparedness and response and partners of the SRHD Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Program.
Spokane Regional Health District’s Liquid Waste program works with homeowners, businesses and contractors to ensure that on-site sewage disposal (septic) systems are properly designed and installed. This includes confirming compliance with regulations through permitting and inspections of on-site sewage systems for single-family homes, small businesses, and apartment buildings that use less than 3,500 gallons of water per day.
The eight-member Board of Health is the governing body of the Spokane Regional Health District, uniting the cities and county in a cooperative effort to oversee all matters pertaining to public health.
