a device for collecting and packaging solid waste or toxic material is provided . a first arm and a second arm are coupled with a lever , wherein at least one arm is slidably coupled with the lever . a bag may be positioned in an open position when the first arm is located distally from the second arm , and the bag may be closed by an operator manipulating the arms towards each other . the device may include a motor and / or a spring or springs to drive the arms towards and / or away from each other . a plate , a pole and / or a handle may be coupled with the arms . the plate may be positioned relative to the arms to stabilize the waste or toxic material for insertion into the bag . the bag may include an adhesive , paper , plastic , recycled plastic , vegetable matter and / or cellulose .