Proudly supporting Surf Life Saving Queensland’s ‘On The Same Wave’ Multicultural Water Safety Program

Detailed information about Australia's approx 12,000 beaches including weather, tide, swell, water temperature, service patrol, surf life saving clubs, and more!

72NOW AVAILABLE IN

LANGUAGES

FREE

beach safety information

at your fingertips

• Patrolled or unpatrolled beach details

• Weather showing current temperature

and weekly forecast

• Water temperature• Swell forecast graph including

height and direction• Tide times• UV Index

• Potential hazards you may encounter

• Detailed patrol times (if patrolled)• Swimming, surfing and fishing

information• Directions to the beach from your

current location• Display of real time hazards and

beach status

Sarina to Forrest Beach

TROPICAL NORTH QUEENSLAND

BEACH SAFEINFORMATION MAP

ALWAYS SWIM BETWEEN THE RED AND YELLOW FLAGS

DDANGEREnsure there is no DANGER for yourself, bystanders or the patient.

RRESPONSECheck for RESPONSE by talk and touch.

SSEND FOR HELPIf unresponsive, SEND for help by calling 000.

AAIRWAYOpen AIRWAY and ensure it is clear. If not, roll patient onto their side and clear their airway.

B

BREATHINGLook, listen and feel for BREATHING. If not breathing normally, commence CPR. For drownings: Tilt head back and give 2 rescue breaths before starting CPR. For infants: Use 2 fingers to compress chest.

C

CPRStart CPR. Give 30 chest compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths with head tilt. If unable to perform rescue breaths, continue chest compressions. For Infants: Use 2 fingers to compress chest.

DDEFIBRILLATIONAttach a DEFIBRILLATOR if available. Turn on and follow voice prompts.

RESUSCITATION CHART DRSABCD

FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT LIFESAVING.COM.AU

BEACH SAFETY STARTS WITH YOU

To enjoy the beach it is important that you follow a number of simple steps when it comes to sun safety.

SLIP on protective clothing

SLOP on SPF30+ sunscreen

SLAP on a hat

SEEK shade

SLIDE on sunglasses

Sun safety message supported by:

SUN SAFETY

IN AN EMERGENCY

CALL 000

BEACH SIGNS

Warning Signs (diamond shape, yellow and black) are used to warn you about a hazard(s) at the beach.

SUBMERGENT OBJECTSCROCODILESSWIMMING NOT

ADVISEDWARNING NO

LIFESAVING SERVICE

Information Signs (square, blue and white) are used to provide you with information about features at the beach.

PATROLLED BEACH5KMS AWAY

SURFBOARDRIDING

BODYBOARDS

BEACH SAFETY STARTS WITH YOU

BEACH FLAGSAlways swim between the RED and YELLOW flags.

RED FLAG:No swimming.

YELLOW FLAG:Caution required. Potential Hazards.

RED AND WHITE FLAG:Evacuate the water.

BLACK AND WHITE FLAG:Surfcraft riding area boundary.

REMEMBER THE F - L - A - G - S

AND STAY SAFE!

F L A G SFIND

the flags to swim

between.The red & yellow

flags mark the best place to swim at

the beach.

LOOK at the safety signs.Safety

signs help identify

potential beach

dangers.

ASK a lifesaver for advice.Conditions can change

quickly. Talk to a lifesaver before

entering the water.

GO swimming

with a friend.

Look out for each

other and get help if needed.

STICKyour hand

up for help.

Stay calm if you

get into trouble.

Raise your arm for

help.

lifesaving.com.au

ALWAYS SWIM BETWEEN THE RED & YELLOW FLAGS

Forrest Beach

Ayr

Bowen

Sarina

Eimeo

SARINA TO FORREST BEACHPATROLLED BEACHES

RiverwayLagoon

Pallarenda

Balgal Beach

LambertsBeach

BluewaterLagoon

(closed July - Sep)

Mackay Harbour Beach

Visit lifesaving.com.aufor more beach safety information.

ALWAYS SWIM BETWEEN THE RED AND YELLOW FLAGS

Townsville Picnic Bay (The Strand)

Magnetic Is

Horseshoe Bay

Alma Bay Beach

Picnic Bay BeachSunday & Public Holidays only

Patrolled 365 days a year

Patrolled weekends & public holidays from September to May

Patrolled weekends & public holidays from November to May

Patrolled on QLD School Holidays excluding June/July

Patrolled on QLD School Holidays

Patrolled Christmas & Easter school holidays (stinger season)

YOU CAN EASILY REDUCE YOUR RISK OF CROCODILE ATTACK BY:• Swimming between the RED AND YELLOW FLAGS

at patrolled beaches

• Not swimming at dawn, dusk, or at night

• Reading and obeying all crocodile warning signs

• Understanding that crocs can attack in knee-deep water, so wading can still be dangerous

• If in doubt ask a lifeguard or your tourist guide or accommodation reception.

Northern Australia is home to the Estuarine Crocodile, which can be found in both salt and freshwater. Crocodiles mostly inhabit rivers and hunt in the shallows or near the water’s edge. Beaches are used

by crocodiles to move between rivers. All waterways are connected, so while

the risk of crocodile attack is low, there's no such thing as a croc-free

zone in Northern Australia. Make sure you stay safe and

be Crocwise around our beautiful rivers

and beaches.

Rockhampton

Mackay

Townsville

Cairns

Brisbane

CROCCOUNTRY

IF YOU SEE A CROCODILE, REPORT IT1300 130 372

Crocodile Country stretches from Gladstone all the way

up and across Top End of Australia.

BE CROCWISE

Mackay Harbour Beach

Proudly supporting Surf Life Saving Queensland’s ‘On The Same Wave’ Multicultural Water Safety Program

Detailed information about Australia's approx 12,000 beaches including weather, tide, swell, water temperature, service patrol, surf life saving clubs, and more!

72NOW AVAILABLE IN

LANGUAGES

FREE

beach safety information

at your fingertips

• Patrolled or unpatrolled beach details

• Weather showing current temperature

and weekly forecast

• Water temperature• Swell forecast graph including

height and direction• Tide times• UV Index

• Potential hazards you may encounter

• Detailed patrol times (if patrolled)• Swimming, surfing and fishing

information• Directions to the beach from your

current location• Display of real time hazards and

beach status

1. Call for help - 000 or lifeguard

2. Emergency care - CPR if neccessary

3. Treat the sting - douse with vinegar

4. Seek medical attention

MARINE STINGERS

Australia’s waters contain many sea creatures, including marine stingers. Although they are generally quite easy to avoid, stingers can cause discomfort if you are stung and some tropical species (the Irukandji and the Box Jellyfish, for example) can be lethal. So, to ensure you enjoy your day at the beach, always remember to swim at a patrolled beach and look out for the safety signs.

STINGER STAFETY• Wear protective clothing (lycra suit)• Swim in designated areas• Carry vinegar at the beach and on the boat• Swim under supervision• Have access to mobile or VHF radio

For more information visit: lifesaving.com.au/marinestingers

What to do if stung

Proudly supporting Surf Life Saving Queensland’s ‘On The Same Wave’ Multicultural Water Safety Program

Detailed information about Australia's approx 12,000 beaches including weather, tide, swell, water temperature, service patrol, surf life saving clubs, and more!

72NOW AVAILABLE IN

LANGUAGES

FREE

beach safety information

at your fingertips

• Patrolled or unpatrolled beach details

• Weather showing current temperature

and weekly forecast

• Water temperature• Swell forecast graph including

height and direction• Tide times• UV Index

• Potential hazards you may encounter

• Detailed patrol times (if patrolled)• Swimming, surfing and fishing

information• Directions to the beach from your

current location• Display of real time hazards and

beach status