Water Safety

Tips for staying safe in the water:

1. Only swim on lifeguarded beaches and stay between the red and yellow flags.
   
2. Before swimming in the sea consider the sea conditions and your swimming ability.
   
3. Remember swimming in the sea is much different to swimming in the pool.
   
4. When you enter the water take time to get used to the colder temperature.
   
5. Always have someone watching you from the beach who can call for help if needed.
   

Tips for staying safe near open water:

1. Keep away from the edge. Stay on recognised paths and look out for safety signs.
   
2. Keep clear of uneven, unstable or slippery ground.
   
3. Avoid walking alone, especially at night and always have a means for calling for help with you.
   
4. If you are exploring the coastline always get local information on the tides to avoid getting cut off.
   

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