Highway Cleanup Safety Guidelines

Please review with all participants before cleanup!

• Dress appropriately; loose clothing (long sleeves and long pants) are best.
• Wear closed toe shoes.
• Wear orange safety vests provided by the Department of General Services.
• Wear rubber, latex, leather, or vinyl gloves.
• Every 6 participants under 18 must be supervised by a person 18 years of age or older.
• Participants must work facing oncoming traffic.
• No litter is to be picked up in the street. Participants must stay clear of traffic at all times.
• Do not pick up trash in tunnels or on bridges or overpasses.
• Do not pick up trash in grass or weeds that are over 2 feet tall.
• Do not pick up hazardous or any other chemical materials - call in items/location to 757-393-8663.
• Be careful of poison ivy, poison oak, etc.
• Be careful of insects, chiggers, snakes, etc.!
• Be sure to take breaks whenever needed.
• Bring your own water to stay hydrated.

To Find Out More about Recycling, Litter Prevention And How You Can Help Call 757-393-8663. These safety guidelines are provided for your benefit but are not intended to be comprehensive. Always use common sense! Please Remember Safety First.