- swim at unpatrolled beaches
- swim at night
- swim under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- run and dive into water unless undertaking a surf rescue or in a supervised beach competition in a known depth and area
Green – Safe swimming conditions
Red and yellow flag – marker for the limit of safe swimming area
Blue - board riding area
Yellow – Exercise Caution
Red – Danger - no swimming
Red and White chequer Flag – shark
- look for safety signs
- ask lifesavers for advice
- swim with a friend
- if you need assistance, float on your back and raise your arm