Although our beach may look amazing, there are some dangers that every visitor should know about. You will find some very Helpful Advice on beach safety to ensure you enjoy your visit to Edithvale beach and stay safe and remember to always swim between the red and yellow flags.
When you see red and yellow flags on a beach it indicates that there is currently a lifesaving service operating on our beach. The lifesavers have chosen a section of the beach that is best for swimming and they will closely supervise this area. Lifesavers pay more attention to the area between the red and yellow flags than any other part of the beach.
Before you go on to the beach be sure to read the safety signs. This will ensure you are aware of any warnings or dangers on our beach. You can also find other helpful information to make your day at the beach more enjoyable. You might also find single signs placed on the beach to highlight specific warnings.
Our lifesavers are highly trained and very knowledgeable about beach safety and conditions. When you arrive at the beach look for and identify the lifesavers. Feel free to ask them about the day’s conditions, as well any additional beach safety advice they might have for that specific beach – because every beach is different.
Not only is swimming with a friend (or family member) a fun way to enjoy the beach, it is also very sensible. While you are swimming together you can keep an eye out for each other, and if further assistance was required, one person could call or go for help. If everyone swimming together knows their own limits it is a good idea to let the others know so you can all stay within everyone’s comfortable limits.
Even the most careful people can find themselves out of their limits. If you are not feeling comfortable in the water and you require assistance by a lifesaver to get back to shore, stay calm, raise your arm in the air and wave it from side to side. This will attract the attention of a lifeguard who will be able to come to your assistance. You should conserve your energy by floating on your back and staying calm, this will ensure you have the energy to remain afloat until assistance arrives.