(PIC) Protocol Manual - Kitsap Public Health District

Kitsap Public Health District
Pollution Source Identification and Correction: Protocol Manual
GIS Maps and Powerpoint
Get help with experienced staff for any technical elements or software you may not be familiar with.
Make sure to plan ahead. It’s also helpful to make sure your documents and software are compatible
with that used by other presenters if you’re going to share resources. It is also helpful to ensure that the
software is compatible with the equipment, e.g. laptop has updated software.
Meeting Supplies
It’s helpful to have a plastic box dedicated to brochures and materials that you’ll take to your
public/project meetings. It is useful to gather supplies well in advance of the meeting so that items can
be added to the box as they are ready. Some suggested supplies include:
Equipment Supplies/Handout materials Items for refreshments
Scotch Tape
Stapler
Extension cord
Easels or tacks for
directional signs
Projector screen
Directional signs to meeting place and room
Audiovisual equipment
Laser pointer
Business cards for speakers and other programs
Brochures/Fact Sheets
Sign-in sheets/Pens
For speakers: Gum or mints, drinking water, cough
drops
Coffee filters
Coffee pot
Creamer
Sugar
Tea bags
Bottled water
Napkins
Spoons
Tablecloth(s)
Field Preparation & Safety
Personal safety in the field is extremely important. Health District inspectors should always adhere to
the guidelines herein when conducting field inspections and investigations. Refer to a description of
property access and consent. Safety equipment/supplies that each field staff should carry includes; cell
phone, pepper spray, dog treats, gloves, reflective vest, Kitsap Public Health identification badge, and
business cards. A complete list of field equipment is found in Appendix B.
Before setting out into the field for the initial project area visit or individual parcel inspections, it is
essential to be mentally prepared, properly equipped, and organized.
Inform project lead and note field work locations on the water quality calendar on the intranet.
Coordinate with other inspectors in the area. Inspectors are encouraged to ask another inspector to
“ride along” if they are uncomfortable visiting a particular property alone or if they want another “set of
eyes” to assess a possible problem or violation. However, there are certain circumstances where “ride
alongs” are probably not necessary, including consecutive visits (with owner/renter permission) to a
property undergoing a dye test, etc. Use your best professional judgment in determining where and
when to ask for a “ride along” – safety is our first concern but we also need to consider financial
impacts. Contact the project lead, field supervisor, or the program manager if you are unsure.
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