Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA)
OEHHA develops health-protective exposure levels for contaminants in air, water, and soil as guidance for regulatory agencies and the public, including public health goals for contaminants in drinking water.
Specifically, the OEHHA:
- Performs major risk assessment and hazard evaluation activities relating to chemical contaminants in drinking water, including health advisories, Public Health Goals for chemical substances in drinking water, and Notification Levels.
- Provides toxicological assistance for chemical monitoring activities for the drinking water supply.
- Has developed a Human Right to Water Framework and Data Tool.
- Provides education to the public and other governmental agencies on drinking water contamination and drinking water regulatory standards development.
- Develops fish advisories for mercury and other contaminants in sport fish from water bodies throughout the state.
