You will be participating in a volunteer community cleanup near a County road, your safety and the safety of others is extremely important to us. Please read and follow these safety guidelines:
- Review these safety tips each time before beginning work.
- Always park legally at a safe place when at the work area.
- Review the area for hazards before beginning.
- Do not touch possible hazardous materials. Contact the County Program Coordinator for further instructions.
- Wear County provided safety vests or bright colored clothing.
- Dress appropriately for weather conditions. Long pants are highly recommended at all times.
- Always face oncoming traffic while working, if possible.
- Always be alert and have an escape route planned.
- Designate a lookout person with large groups.
- Wear protective gloves, sturdy boots or shoes.
- Hats and sunscreen are recommended.
- Do not walk on the roadway.
- Never work in a median or center of the road.
- Avoid over exertion.
- Have a first aid kit available.
- Have water or other refreshment available for all participants.
- Never consume alcoholic beverages before or during the work period.
- Have transportation to medical services available.
- Do not enter or reach into drainage facilities.
- Do not touch or come near dangerous wildlife.
- Do not touch poisonous or thorny plants.
- Never work along the road in the dark or low light conditions.
- Do not work in the rain or fog.
- Do not work when the road is wet or icy.
- Do not listen to I-pod while working.
- Do not work on high traffic volume days such as holidays or the day before holiday weekends.
- Be sure of your footing on slopes, uneven ground, and unstable conditions such as rocks or loose soil.
- The most important tip is to use good judgment and stay alert.
