1) Count in groups of five. E.g. 1111
2) Maximise writing space by making small slashes on the data card,
as space is limited. You can also provide them with more cards but ensure
proper numbering e.g. 1 of 3, etc.
3) Ensure the participants add up and write on the data card the number
of each item found at the end of the cleanup. Remember only numbers
can be counted and put into the computer.
4) Inform the participants to name all stranded animals and the items
trapping them in the "Entangled Animals" section, if any is
found.
5) During the cleanup, have your leaders to go round motivating each
team with questions on things they have found and also simulate discussion
by requesting each team to explain the sources of the trash on the shores.
6) Leave natural items on the beach like driftwood, mangrove seeds and
seaweed.
7) Avoid stepping on beach grass and plants. These things bind the sand
and prevent erosion.
8) Finally, gather the teams to total up the number of items collected.
Assign someone to consolidate all the data to one card for your location
and return the compiled data sheet for your school/organisation to the
Site Coordinator who will then have it emailed to the ICCS
Data Manager.
