Please exercise all safe working precautions, including:
Wear a mask at all times during check-in, orientation, supply drop off at group events and whenever within 6ft. of another volunteer; print and have all team volunteers sign waiver prior to check-in at group events; maintain social distancing and hygiene guidelines during cleanup- Carefully remove litter using gloves and/or grabbers. Do not handle anything that looks suspicious, sharp, or dangerous
- Bring reusable work gloves to your cleanup (KRB has a limited supply of disposable)
- Wash/sanitize your hands frequently and avoid touching your face
- Drink plenty of fluids & avoid over-exertion
- Bring a reusable water bottle
- Supervise children closely; When near a road, always remain aware! Do not play in the street or otherwise distract motorists
- Wear safety vests and/or bright clothing; face oncoming traffic
- Check for ticks and wash areas that may have been exposed to poison ivy or skin allergens
- Do not overstuff bags, however, please fill them completely and be sure to securely tie them; Be watchful for sharp objects that may be poking out of the bag; Work in teams when removing large objects
- Use black bags for non-recyclable waste; Use clear bags for recyclable waste (plastic, glass, or metal containers/cans/bottles. Plastic bags go in trash. Put paper in trash.
- Hazardous waste should be kept separate from bagged waste and taken to the Hazardous Waste Facility in Pomona
- Place full garbage bags within 5 ft. of the road for pick up by the Highway Dept.
- Keep black bags & clear bags separate so the Highway Dept. can appropriately transport the bags; Be sure to use your “bag tags”
- *Submit your Cleanup Report Form! Otherwise we cannot remove the bags from the road!
- Go to www.keeprocklandbeautiful.org or complete hard copy at yourgroup/Community Cleanup Event and return to the leader (Be sure to fill out the Community Appearance Index on the back!
- We love seeing & hearing about your cleanup experience! Please include any interesting items found, funny occurrences, and/or statements about the value of your participation in the cleanup
- *Email photos of your cleanup to photos@keeprocklandbeautiful.org and post to your social media
