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First and foremost it is important to allow time for clearing up, so give volunteers plenty of warning. Make sure that everyone brings back all their tools. Someone should tick each item off; why not delegate this to someone who has finished their section of work or who looks tired, you will be needed to encourage others to finish off properly. Congratulate volunteers on the work that has been done. If appropriate, take photographs of the work that has been achieved. If there is time, a cup of tea or coffee can be a good time for a general "thank you" and an assessment of what needs to be done on the next visit. Any material that has been used or rubbish you have picked up while you have been working, such as old saw blades, food wrappers, pop bottles and staples, should be carefully gathered up and taken away. Such items can do a great deal of harm if eaten by livestock or wild animals. If you have had a fire, ensure that you put it out and leave it as safely as possible, cordoning off the area if the embers are still hot. The site should be left with nothing other than what you have intended to add to it, and especially nothing that could be a hazard to people, wildlife or livestock. Last but not least, check all the volunteers. Make sure no one is left behind. It has been known to happen! All content copyright © 1986-2008 BTCV Ltd. Registered charity No. 261009 |
