Surf safety
• Swim only at patrolled beaches
• Swim between the red and yellow flags and heed warnings
• Use boards in areas indicated by blue flags
• Red flags indicate extreme danger – please don’t swim
• If you get into difficulties, raise your arm
• If you get caught in a rip, swim diagonally across it, not against it
• If in doubt, ask a life saver
Sun safety
• Always use 30+ sunscreen or greater
• Apply sunscreen at least 15 minutes before going swimming
• Apply sunscreen often
• Keep sunscreen in an esky so it doesn’t go off
• Wear a hat and put the kids in rashies (it’s a Queensland thing!)
• Drink lots of water and don’t stay in the heat too long
Snow safety
- Wear a protective, waterproof layer and a thermal layer
- Always wear gloves and a warm hat Make
- sure shoes have a good grip on the bottom
- Always apply 30+ sunscreen
- Eat for energy and take snacks with you
- Remember to drink water or hot drinks often
- Take lessons before hitting the slopes
- Make sure kids’ skis and snow equipment are professionally fitted
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