If you see someone in trouble at the coast, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard

Have a plan – check the weather forecast, tide times.

Keep a close eye on your family – on the beach and in the water.

Don’t allow your family to swim alone.

If you fall into the water unexpectedly, FLOAT TO LIVE. Fight your instinct to thrash around, lean back, extend your arms and legs, and Float.

Always wear a lifejacket or buoyancy aid, ensure everyone onboard knows how to call for help.

Get appropriate training, and check your engine and fuel before every trip.

Be wary of all edges around the sea and waterside. 

Always take a means of calling for help.  

Tell someone where you are going and what time you expect to be back. Know what to do – visit RNLI.org/safety. 

Downloading the What Three Words App will help give an exact location to help locate you in an emergency. https://app.what3words.com/download