Swadlincote Heroes Spring Clean 2019

Businesses and residents of Swadlincote are being invited to come together this spring with one mission in mind – to improve the environment on their doorstep.

The #SwadlincoteHeroes litter pick initiative on Tuesday, April 2 is inviting people to grab a pair of gloves, don a hi-vis, pick up a picker and take part in an event that could instantly transform their neighbourhood.

The litter pick is part of South Derbyshire District Council’s support for this year’s Great British Spring Clean, run by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy. In South Derbyshire the work will also include a series of key messages on social media with the #SwadlincoteHero and #GBSpringClean hashtags.

The Council is taking pride in continuing its fight against litter across South Derbyshire, making it a safer and cleaner place to live, work and visit.

Hoped to be the biggest environmental event of the year, the British Spring Clean is running for a month, from Friday, March 22 to Tuesday, April 23, 2019. Communities will come together in small groups or as individuals on any day during the month to pick up rubbish, with the specific mission to remove the plastic that so often ends up in the ocean.

Last year, over 370,000 #LitterHeroes joined forces to collect litter at 13,500 #GBSpringClean events across the UK.
Those interested in making a big difference on a local level are urged to register as a #SwadlincoteHero

1. Please complete your registration details to become a Swadlincote Hero: *

Name:	*
Company / organisation:	*
Email:	*
Telephone number:	*
If you are under the age of 16, who will you be accompanied by?	*
Emergency contact number:	*
Any health conditions the leader needs to be aware of?	*

Could you tell us, why you want to become a Swadlincote Hero, including any qualifications or training you have, that may be relevant to being a Swadlincote Hero.

2. Tell us more about why you would like to be a Swadlincote Hero?

Why do I want to be a Swadlincote Hero?
Tell us about any qualifications you have or training you have done that might be relevant to being a Swadlincote Hero.

3. Photography, Filming and Recording Consent Form

I agree to allow my image, any film footage or any sound recordings of me taking part in the Swadlincote Heroes Spring Clean to be used as follows (please tick all that apply):
*

	Yes	No
In publications, documents and display materials produced by South Derbyshire District Council or any of its associated organisations or companies	In publications, documents and display materials produced by South Derbyshire District Council or any of its associated organisations or companies Yes	In publications, documents and display materials produced by South Derbyshire District Council or any of its associated organisations or companies No
On South Derbyshire District Council or any associated organisation or company’s website	On South Derbyshire District Council or any associated organisation or company’s website Yes	On South Derbyshire District Council or any associated organisation or company’s website No
In the media (newspapers, magazines, websites/podcasts and radio stations)	In the media (newspapers, magazines, websites/podcasts and radio stations) Yes	In the media (newspapers, magazines, websites/podcasts and radio stations) No
On South Derbyshire District Council’s social media outlets (including Facebook and Twitter)	On South Derbyshire District Council’s social media outlets (including Facebook and Twitter) Yes	On South Derbyshire District Council’s social media outlets (including Facebook and Twitter) No

4. As well as litter picking, what other activities would you be interested in getting involved in? (please tick)

	Yes	No
Planting / gardening	Planting / gardening Yes	Planting / gardening No
Making items to display in the gardens i.e. wicker structures	Making items to display in the gardens i.e. wicker structures Yes	Making items to display in the gardens i.e. wicker structures No
Helping out at events i.e. handing out items, setting up etc.	Helping out at events i.e. handing out items, setting up etc. Yes	Helping out at events i.e. handing out items, setting up etc. No
Social media i.e. posting on Facebook and Twitter	Social media i.e. posting on Facebook and Twitter Yes	Social media i.e. posting on Facebook and Twitter No

Other

Swadlincote Heroes Litter Pick Safety Checklist

When participating in a litter pick;

Avoid direct contact with litter at all times
Be aware of your environment and do not put yourself at risk whilst picking litter.
Do not pick when visibility is poor and only pick in daylight hours
Do not pick up any items that cannot easily be identified or where they are clearly hazardous. Report to South Derbyshire District Council (see below)
Do not attempt to remove dead or live animals. If dead report to South Derbyshire District Council. If alive report to the RSPCA. (see below)
Use a litter picking tool where possible for any glass and metal items
Any dog fouling, hazardous substances, needles or drug paraphernalia, or graffiti needs to be left alone and reported to South Derbyshire District Council. (see below)
Clean hands thoroughly before eating food or drinking
Rubbish should not be compressed using hands or feet as this can accidentally puncture the skin
Avoid contact with the body when carrying plastic bin bags
Ensure any cuts or abrasions are clean and covered with a waterproof plaster
Wear stout shoes and weather appropriate clothing
Be aware of traffic at all times and stop picking to allow any vehicle to pass
Do not overfill bin bags and avoid lifting heavy objects or sacks alone
Do not confront anyone you see littering

In an emergency Dial 999 (24 hours) Emergency Services, non-emergency police number is 101

01283 595795 South Derbyshire District Council’s Clean Team to report dog fouling, hazardous substances, needles, drug paraphernalia, or other hazardous items. You can also email waste.cleansing@southderbyshire.gov.uk

01283 595795 South Derbyshire District Council’s Clean Team to report dead animals. You can also email waste.cleansing@southderbyshire.gov.uk

0300 123 4999 (24 hours) RSPCA to report any kind of incident where help is needed with an animal in any location

There is a Public Space Protection Order in place within the town for Anti-Social Behaviour which includes street drinkers and drug users, anyone seen to be under the influence of drugs and alcohol and causing any ASB should be reported to the Police by calling 101

Swadlincote Heroes Code of Conduct

All adult and young volunteers are expected to adhere to this Code at all times whilst participating in the Swadlincote Heroes Spring Clean. Failure to do so will result in you being asked to leave the area.

The Dos

DO put this code into practice at all times
DO treat everyone with dignity and respect
DO encourage others to challenge attitudes or behaviours they do not like
DO keep the leader informed if you need to leave the tidy up area
DO remember someone else might misinterpret your actions, no matter how well-intentioned
DO make sure you do not swear or use offensive language
DO respect the town centre and behave appropriately
DO encourage others that they must put effort in to be able to be rewarded
DO set an example you would wish others to follow
DO treat all people equally – show no favouritism
DO respect a people’s right to personal privacy
DO allow people to talk about any concerns they may have but make them aware that depending on the information given you may have to take the matter further.

The Do Nots

DO NOT pick up glass or needles
DO NOT smoke
DO NOT consume alcohol or use drugs
DO NOT make suggestive remarks or threats to a another person, even in fun
DO NOT let allegations, suspicions, or concerns about abuse go unreported
DO NOT swear or use drug language
DO NOT climb on walls, street furniture or trees

5. Please confirm you have read the Safety Checklist and Code of Conduct *

I can confirm I've read through the Safety Checklist and Code of Conduct, and understand what is required on the day.