The Every One Of Us Beach Clean
July 18 @ 10.30 - 12 noon
Deal Beach, Kent.
Meet at Deal Pier. We’ll be there a bit early and will wait by the entrance, look out for us by if you get there early too. Nearest parking a couple of minutes away in Middle Street Car Park, CT14 6ES
YOU MUST BRING GLOVES AND A BIN LINER.
SAS Mandatory Safety Guidelines
and Safety Brief for Volunteer Clean Events
Safety Briefing
All volunteers undertake the litter pick at their own risk and SAS are in no way liable for any injury or illness that may be caused or triggered by the Beach Clean.
All children under the age of 18 (and vulnerable adults) must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
A risk assessment has been undertaken by the Volunteer Clean Leader before the event and is available for any volunteer to view.
Protective gloves provided must be worn at all times during the clean by volunteers.
Ensure all volunteers are aware of the location of a First Aid kit.
In case of emergency, Surfers Against Sewage Staff/Regional Reps/Volunteer Clean Leaders carry a mobile phone or know where a land line is in close proximity, should there be no reception.
Suitable clothing for the weather conditions of the day must be worn by all volunteers.
If a sharps container is present at the event volunteers should be made aware that the decision to touch/pick up such items lies entirely with each individual and that SAS does not ask volunteers to collect sharps or other unhygienic waste items.
Volunteers should avoid slippery rocks, cliffs and extremely muddy areas wherever possible.
Do not collect any animal faeces or dead animals. Alert SAS Staff/Regional Reps/Volunteer Clean Leaders to these.
Do not tamper or interact will the local flora and fauna.
Volunteers should not try to lift or move heavy objects without assistance.
Do not touch any unusual or potentially hazardous items that cannot be easily identified. These will need to be removed by the relevant council or maritime agency.