BHB staff collect over 6 tons of trash

Monday 7 July 2025: A crew of 34 staff volunteers from Bermuda Hospitals Board (BHB) lugged more than 6 tons of trash from the Caroline Bay area of Morgan’s Point on Saturday 7 June.

Organised by BHB in collaboration with the Keep Bermuda Beautiful (KBB) charity, the scale of the collection took the BHB participants by surprise.

Angel Smith, KBB executive director, said the BHB haul was the largest she’s seen for a single day event since she took office last July.

She said: “On behalf of Keep Bermuda Beautiful (KBB), I extend my heartfelt thanks to Bermuda Hospitals Board for their outstanding cleanup efforts on June 7th. Collecting an incredible 14,177 pounds of litter and bulk waste – just over 6 British tons – is an achievement to be truly proud of.

“Last year, BHB took part in the Islandwide Coastal Cleanup on September 26th and collected 2,182 pounds (just under 1 British ton) of litter. To see this year’s result reach more than six times that amount is simply remarkable. It shows their continued commitment to a cleaner, greener, more beautiful Bermuda.”

A BHB spokesperson said: “It was an extremely productive day. Our crew of 34 worked very hard. Staff were shocked at the volume of large items we had to dispose of. Many thought they’d be picking up bottles, cans and the like, but there were sofas, washers and dryers, sinks, air conditioners, large machinery, golf clubs, lamps, so much furniture – you name it and it was there.

“Participation was voluntary and representatives from a wide cross section of departments and skill levels were our team, including senior executives, middle managers and general staff. Our Sterile Processing Department had the largest departmental turnout.”

Ms Smith added: “A special thanks goes to Atchenson’s Ltd. for partnering with KBB and BHB to provide three 23-cubic-yard dumpsters, all of which were filled to capacity.

“Well done to all the frontline heroes at BHB. Your efforts have made a tremendous positive impact on Bermuda’s environment and our community.”

BHB CEO and President Scott Pearman said: “The teams at BHB never cease to amaze me with their commitment to do good for our community. Hauling over 6 tons of trash is no small feat. I was part of the cleanup team so know that first hand.

“Our team spent more than four hours doing this cleanup and would have continued, the enthusiasm was there, but we ran out of trash bags.

“We were pleased to partner with KBB and applaud the work they do to help us keep our island home clean. We also recognise all the other local companies who take part in cleanups, and we encourage those who don’t to try it.

“On behalf of BHB management and all our staff, we thank all the volunteers who turned out. You make us all proud.”

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