Safety Guidelines
Please review these guidelines with all volunteers before
the cleanup starts
Always wear appropriate gloves.
Always wear safety vests. After the cleanup is over, place vests in containers
so they may be reused.
Always dress appropriately for the weather conditions.
Always wear appropriate footwear.
When trash bag becomes full, tie and leave for pickup.
Watch for glass, needles, and other sharp items that can cause scrapes,
abrasions, and punctures.
DO NOT TOUCH NEEDLES. Rope off the area with safety tape and notify
authorities.
DO NOT TOUCH PLASTIC BOTTLES WITH TUBING ATTACHED. Rope off the
area with safety tape and notify authorities.
Stay behind the guardrails. Do not attempt to go down or over cliff or steep
banks to pick up trash.
Watch for all types of animals: dogs, bees, ticks, snakes, and spiders,
Report any potential hazardous or suspicious materials by marking the area
with ribbon and report to authorities.
Do not attempt to go around houses to pick up garbage.
Watch for hazards that can cause slipping, tripping, or falling.
