Top 8 Beach Safety Tips

1. Check the water conditions before entering
2. Swim at a beach patrolled by lifesavers
3. Swim between the red and yellow flags
4. Swim with a friend
5. Read and follow instructions on safety signs
6. Never swim after consuming alcohol
7. Surfboards and swimmers should not use the same water area at the same time
8. Float with a RIP, do not try to swim against it

Top 8 Inland Water Safety Tips

1. Check it’s OK to Swim before entering the Water
2. Ask someone who knows the area
3. Check the depth of water; do not dive
4. Never swim in fast flowing water
5. Beware of submerged objects such as tree logs, sand bars and deep holes
6. Be careful not to stand near the edges of cliffs and river banks
7. Beware of cold water often found in lakes; sudden cold water immersion can cause distress
8. Never swim near power boats

Top 8 Water Safety Tips in The Home

1. Home Pools should be fenced
2. Ensure the pool gate is closed and latched at all times
3. Keep Watch and Supervise children at all times
4. Never swim alone
5. Never leave buckets or pails of water accessible to children
6. Install mesh over ponds
7. Empty baths when not in use
8. Learn water safety and CPR

Top 8 Safe Boating Tips

1. Keep boats away from swimmers
2. Ensure the boat is in good condition before use
3. Ensure all safety equipment is available and in working condition
4. Let someone know where you are going
5. Know how to use the boat; hold a boat driving license
6. Know the rules, regulations and distress signals
7. Never overload the boat with people or equipment
8. Keep a watch on the weather conditions

Top 8 Sun Safety Tips

1. Prolonged exposure to the sun can be harmful
2. Always wear a broad rimmed hat when outdoors
3. Wear a long sleeved shirt
4. Wear long leg pants/trousers
5. If the skin is exposed to the sun, use a broad spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+
6. If swimming, regularly reapply sunscreen
7. Wear sunglasses which protect from UV
8. Head for shade during hours of peak sunlight, generally 11.00am and 3.00pm