The town health director updated selectmen Wednesday on a 3-barrel limit on trash pick-up effective Jan. 1.
Barrels must be secured with tight-fitting lids to prevent animals from dispersing garbage and creating a health hazard.
The town is looking into the wholesale purchase of lids for resale to residents who need them, said Health Director Andrew Petty.
The new rules were enacted by the Marblehead Board of Health on Oct. 30.
The Board of Health notice listing conditions for the new regulations states the barrels shall be standard size. Those not exceeding 35 gallons and weighing not more than 50 pounds when filled or 65 gallon-wheeled-toters weighing not more than 50 pounds when filled.
The town will educate residents about the new barrel regulations with fliers, postings, visits and other means, the director said.
Violations are not subject to fines.
Getting use to the new rules will take time and education.
"It's going to be a big adjustment," the health director said.
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