Safe Boating Tips
For emergency assistance 24 hours a day call our duty member on 0419 233 999Accidents on the water happen regularly. The people involved never think that they would find themselves in trouble. This can happen to you. Below is a list of tips to help ensure your visit on the water is a safe one.
5 Safe Boating Tips
- Never go to sea without advising a responsible person. Let them know your expected time of return.
- Always check the condition of your battery.
- Ensure you have adequate fuel.
- Wear sunscreen and a hat.
- Always wear a life jacket if you are alone. All occupants must wear an approved type of PFD on vessels up to
and Inc 4.8 mtrs whilst underway, inc drifting.
Anyone operating a vessel up to 12mtrs and is alone must also wear an
approved type of PFD when in an open area of the vessel and the vessel is
underway.


