The Beaufort County Public Works Department of Solid Waste and Recycling has organized a secure document shredding event for County residents Saturday, October 12. The event will be held from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. (or until truck containers are full) at 3050 Raider Drive, Bluffton [map].

Individuals will be limited to disposing of no more than two boxes, containers or bags.

• Bank statements, tax documents, medical records, credit card receipts, and any other documents that contain personal information will be accepted.
• Any types or colors of paper, file folders or envelopes are acceptable. Staples or paper clips do not need to be removed. 
• Binders, hard devices, folders, and non-paper items will not be accepted.
• Materials can be brought in two small boxes, containers or bags and will be emptied into roll carts for immediate shredding.
• Residents will be limited to two small boxes, containers or bags approximately 10"x12"x15."

Only residential quantities will be accepted. No materials from commercial businesses will be accepted. No electronics will be collected at this event.

For more information, visit www.beaufortcountysc.gov/recycle or contact Solid Waste and Recycling at 843-255-2736.