Adopt-A-Shore Shoreline  Safety
Logo for Keep Charlotte Beautiful-Sunset on a Beach with Palm Tree includes a Litter Can and a Recycle Bin
The following County safety     
recommendations are provided for
organizations participating in the
Adopt-A-Shore Program.

•Wear gloves and thick-soled shoes
•Wear sunscreen and bug repellant
•Don’t let volunteers overdo it
•Don’t overstuff your garbage bags
•Wash your hands after the cleanup
•Wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts
•Wear safety vests for roadside cleanups
•Drink plenty of fluids
•When in doubt, don’t pick it up!
•Ask your local Fire and Police Departments to  
  join your cleanup activity
•Watch small children!

In Case of Emergency:

1.  Every adopting group should possess a first  
     aid kit.

2.  Know the route from the cleanup site to the
     nearest emergency center or hospital in case of
     serious injury.

3.  Have transportation available from access
     points.