Protocol for Assessing Community Excellence in Environmental Health (PACE EH): A Guidebook for Local Health Officials

Purpose

This guide helps local public health agencies assess environmental health issues, collect data, and improve community communication and collaboration. It details the process for evaluating community concerns, preparedness, and resource access.

PACE EH logo and cover page
Developed by: National Association of County and City Health Officials CDC's Environmental Health Services
PACE EH logo and cover page

Additional languages

Spanish Version

Resource information

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Target audiences

  • Public health professionals
  • Emergency managers
  • Environmental professionals
  • Local government

Target situation

Public health professionals who want to prepare for and assess environmental health issues from the local community's point of view.

Main objectives

Secondary objectives

  • Community Preparation
  • Long-Term Interventions
  • Community Engagement
  • Informal Outreach Mechanisms

Resource type

Manual or guide

Publication year

2000

Case study

The following article describes the changes in community member well-being after implementing the PACE EH in a low-income community in Florida.

Journal of Environmental Health. PACE EH post project assessment of quality-of-life changes in a Florida community related to infrastructure improvements

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Content Source:
Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry