SAFETY GUIDELINES
A few pointers to keep us all safe.
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Be sensible!
USE YOUR COMMON SENSE!
Don’t take risks.
> Stay on the pavements at all times.
> When crossing the roads, please take care - especially if you have children in your group.
> Wear bright clothes – Hi-Viz if you have it.
> Think about the weather and prepare accordingly – sun hat, cream, rain coat, wellies!
> Take water with you.
> When you are sent your route, you will be given a number to call in case of emergency. Please save it to your phone.
> Wear gloves on both hands. We would prefer these to be re-useable so that you can wash them afterwards.
> Try not to touch your face during the pick. If you have to, remove your gloves first and use sanitising gel.
> Do not pick up anything that is sharp – needles, broken glass for example. Make a note where you have found these and tell us at the end.
> Do not pick up any large items that you are unable to carry – for examples items that have been fly tipped. Make a note of where you have found these and tell us at the end. We will inform the council of fly tipping.
> Do not pick up un-bagged dog mess.
> If you are walking on a thin pavement, try to walk facing the traffic. Before bending to pick up litter, check for traffic. Be aware and vigilant at all times.
> Before picking up items from the curb, check for traffic. If possible, have one member of your team looking out and warning others about traffic.
> If you get into any trouble or get lost, call the number given to you and we will help you.
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IF YOU DON'T FEEL COMFORTABLE DOING SOMETHING - DON'T DO IT.