Training Sections

Introduction

• 1. Why and How
• 2. Learner ObjectivesContent

• 3. I Am a New LHO, What Do I Do Now?
• 4. How do I Solve This Problem?
• 5. You Make the Call
• 6. How Do I Enforce the Law?Conclusion

• 7. Course Review and Evaluation

 

Introduction to Course - Text of Dora Mills Video

My name is Dr. Dora Anne Mills. I am the director of the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention and the Health Officer for the State of Maine. I want to first thank you for your efforts in serving the people of Maine as a Local Health Officer. Your position is a critical part of public health services in your district and across the state, regardless of the size of the town you serve. You are part of a Local Health Officer tradition that has a long and proud history.

Experiences in Maine during the pandemic influenza of 1918 resulted in a number of statutory changes. As part of these changes, the local boards of health and Local Health Officers came under the direct supervision of the Commissioner of the Maine Dept. of Health – now the Dept. of Health and Human Services. Over the years a number of other changes were made to Local Health Officer and Board of Health statutes. Today, Local Health Officers have a variety of statutory duties and responsibilities. This training will provide you with a basic understanding of the laws affecting Local Health Officers and introduce you to a number of resources that will help you do your job more easily and effectively.

So, welcome to the Local Health Officer online training and thank you for taking the time to complete this course.

 

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