As we go through this holiday season, we want to remember the impact that garbage workers have had on our history

Did you know this respected profession goes back to at least 3000 B.C.? Here are 10 interesting things from more recent history that you may not have known about your garbage workers:

1. 1350 A.D. – The first garbage men got their jobs when England passed a law requiring front yards to be clean after nearly 25 million people died during an outbreak of the plague. These first garbage workers were called Rakers.
2. 1388 A.D. – English Parliament banned the dumping of waste into ditches and public water ways.
3. 1757 A.D. – Benjamin Franklin started the first street cleaning service.
4. 1760 A.D. – The Industrial Revolution hit it’s stride and so did an increase in industrial waste production.
5. 1785 A.D. – England passed the Public Health Act to guarantee public health and protection from sewage and industrial waste.
6. 1920-1940’s A.D. – First modern garbage truck was developed. The Garwood Load Packer was the predecessor to almost all waste collection vehicles today.
7. 1934 A.D. – The Supreme Court banned dumping waste into the oceans.
8. 1937 A.D. – First Landfill opened in the United States in Fresno, California.
9. 1940’s A.D. – The United States emerged from WWII as a world industrial super power and the average amount of waste produced increased by 67%. Good thing the waste management industry was ready to go into high gear.
10. 1990’s A.D. – Present – Advances in technology led to new ways of managing waste including Reducing the need for, Reusing, and Recycling many items. These advances continue to produce cleaner cities and neighborhoods.

How can you show your appreciation?

• Like us a on Facebook
• Order a National Garbage Man Day t-shirt
• Embed a free badge on your website
• Download a free coloring book
• Order a “Thank You” card for your local garbage workers
• Call your local waste management service to say Thanks!
• Join the recycling effort in your community

Remember to do something special for your sanitation workers during the week of June 17th!

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Holiday Waste Pickup Schedule

Arwood Waste wants to celebrate all the holidays with you too. This is why we created a Holiday Pick-up schedule so you can make arrangements and placement of your waste material while we spend time with our families. Businesses that currently receive collection may have different schedules and procedures than residential customers since business garbage is normally collected separately from residential garbage.

Call us toll free at 1-800-477-0854 today and ask us how we can save you time and money.

Collection service will be postponed by one day following these holidays:

• New Year’s Day – No Service on January 1st. One day delay. Example; Monday collection day will be serviced on Tuesday.
• Fourth of July – No Service on July 4th. One day delay. Wednesday collection day will be serviced on Thursday.
• Labor Day – No Service on the first Monday of September. One day delay. Monday collection day will be serviced on Tuesday.
• Thanksgiving Day – No Service on the fourth Thursday of November. One day delay. Thursday collection day will be serviced on Friday.
• Christmas Day – No Service on December 25th. One day delay. Example; Monday collection day will be serviced on Tuesday.
• Halloween Day – We will be providing service on October 31st. If the route is delayed and cannot be finished before dusk we will finish the route the next business day.
• National Garbage Man Day – We will be providing service on June 17th as scheduled. Please remember to throw up your hand with a simple smile and say “Thank You”.

Due to the one day postponement, the collection of containers is resumed as follows: If the holiday is on a Monday, then the Monday collection will occur on Tuesday, Tuesday collection will occur on Wednesday, and so on. If the holiday is on a Thursday, then the Thursday collection will occur on Friday and Friday collection will occur on Saturday for that week only. On all other holidays, normal collection of containers will occur. If a holiday falls on the weekend, then pickups will run on a normal schedule unless otherwise specified.

Arwood Waste is a nationwide provider of waste management and portable storage solutions.

Based in Jacksonville, FL, Arwood Waste is the nation’s most trusted privately-owned waste management provider. The professionals at Arwood Waste have more than 30 years’ experience providing services that include recycling, site clean-up, portable restrooms, compactors,demolition, dumpster rentals, portable storage, junk removal, medical waste, curbside pick-up and temporary fencing and barricade rentals.

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Pre-Order Now to Save on Portable Toilet and Roll Off Dumpster Rentals

This is a busy time of year filled with celebrations, family, joy, and trash. That’s right, trash! One of the results of so much “merry-making” at those holiday parties, parades, and gatherings is a lot of waste to clean up. Since this is usually a busy time of year for us too, we’re offering a special discount on all pre-ordered Portable Toilets and Roll Off Dumpster Rentals. All you have to do is call (888) 413-5105 to save on your order.

Call (888) 413-5105 today to save on your pre-order before our reservations fill up

Arwood Waste and our partners are always happy to help with all your Roll Off Dumpster rental and Portable Toilet rental needs.

 

Photo: Brian Jeffery Beggerly via Flickr

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The hustle and bustle of the holidays are upon us. As you make your list and check it twice, don’t forget those who serve us all year long.

The men and women providing curbside service and citywide sanitation services are always there when we need them. Rain or shine, oppressive heat or frigid cold, we count on them to collect our waste by the truckload. Why not show your appreciation this holiday season?

Here are some small ways you can show your appreciation for all they do.

Say Thanks. Say thank you in person or with a card. You can even print the card yourself or, if you have small children, have them help make one. No matter what form it comes in, your garbage man will appreciate being appreciated.

Free Download – Printable Thank You Card

Leave a Tip. Say “Thank you” and “Happy Holidays” with a gift card. Whether it’s for a coffee shop, local business or your favorite restaurant, your garbage man will certainly appreciate the treat.

Prepare a treat. Bottled water or yummy snacks, like fresh cookies, are another great and simple gift. You can hand them to your garbage man yourself or leave them out with a note or sign. Either way, it’s sure to brighten their day. Wouldn’t you love to show up to work and get a treat?

However you do it, be sure to thank the men and women who keep our neighborhoods clean.

Happy Holidays from National Garbage Man Day!

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Affordable In-Home Sharps & Medical Waste Solutions

Medical Waste 360 is here to help you prevent unintentional finger sticks and take the worry out of sharps disposal. Every day more and more Americans are prescribed at home treatments involving the use of lancets, syringes, needles or auto injectors. These devices are often referred to as “Sharps” because of their sharp points or blades used to puncture skin for the purpose of drawing blood or administering medications. This leads to approximately 3 billion used needles and other sharps that must be disposed of outside of health care facilities each year.

Learn How To Protect Your Family

Once a needle or “sharp” has been used, it must be properly and safely disposed of to prevent unintentional sticks and transmission of bodily fluids. Throwing your syringe in the trash opens your family and friends up to potential harm because these devices easily poke through trash bags and waste baskets.

Medical Waste 360 offers the best containers and medical gloves to keep you and your family protected with affordable prices, easy online ordering and free biohazard waste disposal once your sharps container is full.

Order Online Today! Shipped Directly To Your Home

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It’s True! Old Man Winter is certainly on the move…just ask any Arwood Waste team member in the North

For much of the country the Winter months also bring a few changes to how portable toilets and portable sanitation units are serviced to keep them functioning properly in the colder temperatures. Not much is worse than the surprise of a solid chunk of frozen waste when you need to use your portable toilet.

To prevent this experience, we may need to provide an additional climatization service to your unit during the months of November through March. If this is required you may notice a small additional Climate Fee on your bill during the affected months.

Arwood Waste and our partners are committed to providing you excellent service all year long! If you have any questions about the Climate Fee or if we can serve you any way, call us at (888) 413-5105.

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Arwood Waste and our partners thank you for trusting us with your Roll Off Dumpster Rentals, Portable Toilet Rentals, Commercial Dumpster Rentals, Junk Removal and Portable Storage Rental needs all year long.

 

Photo: John Picken Photography via Flickr

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Spreading Christmas Cheer from America’s Family Owned Waste Company, Arwood Waste

This is it! Cyber Monday is finally here and we’re ready to help you find the perfect gifts for your friends, co-workers and maybe that special garbage man in your life. No need to fight the crowds, you can beat the Christmas rush while sipping that hot cocoa in the warmth of your own home. Just head over to the Arwood Waste Store or click on one of the items below to start spreading Arwood Waste cheer!

Download Your FREE $50 Dumpster Gift Card

This free Gift Card, for use on Roll-Off Dumpsters, Commercial Dumpsters or Portable Toilet rental orders at Dumpster.me is our free gift to you. Dumpster.me provides local dumpsters, nationwide, for both residential and commercial locations.

SHOP NOW While The Deals Last!

Click on your favorite items below for more information.

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Spreading Christmas Cheer from America’s Family Owned Waste Company, Arwood Waste

This is it! Black Friday is finally here and we’re ready to help you find the perfect gifts for your friends, co-workers and maybe that special garbage man in your life. No need to fight the crowds, you can beat the Christmas rush while sipping hot cocoa in the warmth of your own home. Just head over to the Arwood Waste Store or click on one of the items below to start spreading Arwood Waste cheer!

Download Your FREE $50 Dumpster Gift Card

This free Gift Card, for use on Roll-Off Dumpsters, Commercial Dumpsters or Portable Toilet rental orders at Dumpster.me is our free gift to you. Dumpster.me provides local dumpsters, nationwide, for both residential and commercial locations.

SHOP NOW While The Deals Last!

Click on your favorite items below for more information.

Arwood Waste Commuter/Travel Mug 15 oz Commuter Mug Stainless Steel body Colors: Brushed Steel or White Metal SHOP NOW	Arwood Waste T-Shirt #garbagemanslife All Men’s and Women’s Sizes 17 Color Options Tagless label for comfort SHOP NOW
Arwood Waste Grilling Apron Spacious Front Pockets Machine Washable SHOP NOW	Arwood Waste Laptop Sleeve Lightweight & Water Resistant Neoprene Sizes for 10″, 13-14″, and 15″ laptops SHOP NOW
Arwood Waste Roll Off T-Shirt All Men’s and Women’s Sizes 17 Color Options SHOP NOW	Arwood Waste Mouse Pad 9.25″ x 7.75″ Perfect for any desk Durable cloth cover Non-slip backing – SHOP NOW

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Spreading Christmas Cheer from America’s Family Owned Waste Company, Arwood Waste

This is it! Black Friday and Cyber Monday are almost here and we’re ready to help you find the perfect gifts for your friends, co-workers and maybe that special garbage man in your life. No need to fight the crowds, you can beat the Christmas rush while still sipping that hot cocoa in the warmth of your own home. Just head over to the Arwood Waste Store or click on one of the items below to start spreading Arwood Waste cheer!

Download Your FREE $50 Dumpster Gift Card

This free Gift Card, for use on Roll-Off Dumpsters, Commercial Dumpsters or Portable Toilet rental orders at Dumpster.me is our free gift to you. Dumpster.me provides local dumpsters, nationwide, for both residential and commercial locations.

SHOP NOW While The Deals Last!

Click on your favorite items below for more information.

Arwood Waste Commuter/Travel Mug 15 oz Commuter Mug Stainless Steel body Colors: Brushed Steel or White Metal SHOP NOW	Arwood Waste T-Shirt #garbagemanslife All Men’s and Women’s Sizes 17 Color Options Tagless label for comfort SHOP NOW
Arwood Waste Grilling Apron Spacious Front Pockets Machine Washable SHOP NOW	Arwood Waste Laptop Sleeve Lightweight & Water Resistant Neoprene Sizes for 10″, 13-14″, and 15″ laptops SHOP NOW
Arwood Waste Roll Off T-Shirt All Men’s and Women’s Sizes 17 Color Options SHOP NOW	Arwood Waste Mouse Pad 9.25″ x 7.75″ Perfect for any desk Durable cloth cover Non-slip backing – SHOP NOW

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“Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow.” —Melody Beattie

The best gifts come wrapped up in people, and that’s why we at Arwood Waste are thankful for you! This Thanksgiving day, may we all be reminded of what we’ve received, and give thanks for each blessing. We hope you enjoy a day filled with good food, relaxation, perhaps some football and the love of friends and family.

When you’re ready to clean up, Arwood Waste will be here to assist you with all of your waste management needs.

Happy Thanksgiving from Arwood Waste and our partners!

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