The trash can is a vertical container designed for collecting small items of trash. It is made of metal—presumably steel—and powder-coated to ensure weather resistance and long-term durability. The lid can be locked, ensuring that it remains closed, preventing the spread of unpleasant odors and keeping animals out. An ashtray is built into the top of the lid. Its presence encourages smokers to properly extinguish their cigarettes, preventing them from being thrown on the ground or into the trash can itself.