Tips for a green and safe clean-up

 

GREEN:              

• Walk, cycle, ride the bus or carpool to your site
   

• Bring snacks and drinks in re-useable containers
   

• Use garden or work gloves, instead of disposables, or use a disposable on one hand and carry a bag in the other
   

• Sort the litter into recyclables and garbage 
   

• For large groups, smaller bags or containers can be used for collecting litter, then used to fill Spring Up bags
   

SAFE         

• Wear sturdy, closed-toe footwear, long pants, gloves and sun protection 
   

• Keep a solid container on hand for sharp objects or hazardous waste, such as household batteries (these can be taken to the Hazardous Waste Depot).  Pick up only with proper protection and tools. See If you find a needle page regarding safe pick-up of needles and reporting for collection 
   

• Report large items (tires, car batteries, appliances, etc.) to EcoSuperior so we can arrange to have them picked up (please call Karen at 624-2148 and give specific details about items and location)
   

• Keep extra water and a first aid kit on hand

Notice:  EcoSuperior and the City of Thunder Bay provide support for community-wide litter clean-up efforts during Spring Up to Clean Up, in the form of bags, gloves, prizes and public recognition.  Each clean-up group is responsible for organizing their own event, including ensuring the safety of their participants. 

Thank you for your participation and your help in keeping Thunder Bay beautiful!