https://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guidesBLOG RSSSun, 03 Mar 2019 15:05:33 GMTSun, 03 Mar 2019 15:05:33 GMThttps://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/protect-your-family-on-the-beachProtect your family at the beachOur lifeguard patrols can’t be on every beach this summer. But with you at their side, your family can stay safe.What are the dangers for kids at the beach?Without you by their side, children are vulnerable at the beach. They need you to protect them from the sea's unpredictable waves, rip currents and cold water. And, this summer, fewer lifeguard patrols will be on hand to supervise or rescue your family.What do you need to avoid?Don't use inflatables -Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:35:44https://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/protect-your-family-on-the-beachhttps://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/kayaking-and-canoeingKayaking is one of the most popular watersports in the UK and Ireland Whether you’re a start-up novice or a seasoned pro, everyone’s on the same wavelength when it comes to staying safe on the water. Find out how we can help you prepare for your next trip.Even if you’re kayaking close to shore, conditions can turn quickly. Wearing a buoyancy aid or lifejacket can make the critical difference.If you unexpectedly find yourself in the water and you’re wearing a lifejacket, you’re four timesMon, 23 Dec 2024 12:33:37https://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/kayaking-and-canoeinghttps://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/beach-safetyBeach SafetyAdvice Tips Beach Safety Group  with thanks to the RNLIThe beach is a wonderful place to be. If you’re heading to the coast, take a look at our advice and tips to help you have fun and stay safe.There are a few things to remember before you hit the beach – and we’re not talking about packing your bodyboard. Choose a lifeguarded beach, where trained professionals are on hand to keep you safe, in and out of the water. With over 240 beaches across the UK and Channel Islands,Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:36:36https://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/beach-safetyhttps://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/alcohol-know-the-risksYou might be surprised how many coastal deaths are linked to alcohol. You should never go into the water after drinking.Around 1 in 8 coastal deaths in the UK involve alcohol, and it is a contributing factor in many more water-related incidents.Minimise the riskIf you're going to drink, save it for after you've been in the water.Alcohol can seriously impair your judgement, reactions and ability to swim.If you’re out drinking near the sea or a river, look out for your mates.All too oftenMon, 23 Dec 2024 12:37:26https://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/alcohol-know-the-riskshttps://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/bodyboardingBodyboarding Understanding your limits Risksis one of the most accessible surf sports. It’s a fantastically fun way to enjoy the waves, but can be dangerous if you’re not properly prepared. Check out our expert advice and safety tips.Understand the risks and bodyboard safelyBritish and Irish waters are incredibly unpredictable and one of the biggest dangers with bodyboarding is surfing outside of the red and yellow flag lifeguarded area, outside of lifeguard hours. RNLI lifeboat crewsMon, 23 Dec 2024 12:38:47https://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/bodyboardinghttps://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/tidal-cut-offTIDESTide times and heights vary throughout the month and can easily catch you out if you haven’t checked them.Tidal cut-off Swimming and other watersports aren't the only ways that people get into trouble at the beach. Getting cut off by the tide also contributes to a significant number of RNLI rescues every year.Because tide times and heights vary throughout the month, a beach that was clear yesterday at 5pm might be completely covered in sea at the same time today. Tides have aMon, 23 Dec 2024 12:38:07https://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/tidal-cut-offhttps://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/scuba-diving-safety-adviceScuba Diving - Safety Advice Scuba diving is one of the most exciting activities you can do in andaround the water. There’s no better way to see the incredible diversityof wildlife and stunning seascapes that populate the seas around the UKand Ireland, than by diving below the surface. Scuba diving gets itsname from the type of device you use when taking part in the activity.Scuba is an acronym and stands for ‘self-contained underwater breathingapparatus’.With a whole new world toMon, 23 Dec 2024 12:39:56https://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/scuba-diving-safety-advicehttps://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/rnli-beach-safetyBeach Safety RNLI Promotion Post 2019 The coast is an exciting place to be – but it’s easier than you think to get into trouble in the water. Stay safe with our essential safety advice.We want you to stay safe while you’re at the beach. Our helpful tips will help you stay incident-free.When you’re heading to a beach, we urge you to respect the water andvisit a lifeguarded beach. On a lifeguarded beach there are trainedprofessionals to help keep you safe – they’ll be on hand ifMon, 23 Dec 2024 12:44:11https://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/rnli-beach-safetyhttps://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/coastal-fishingWe love angling! Around 1M people around the UK coast are alreadyhooked. It’s a chance to get outdoors, away from the stresses ofeveryday life, and the different types of fishing mean that there reallyis something for everyone.Understand the risks and fish safelyMuch like not knowing when your next catch will be, water is incredibly unpredictable. There are a few things that you can do to make sure you’re fit to fish, on land or at seaPlease note this tip was taken directly from theMon, 23 Dec 2024 12:47:10https://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/coastal-fishinghttps://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/yacht-sailing-motorboatingYacht Sailing Motorboating Sailing is one of the most wonderful adventure activities one can participate in (well that`s in my opinion anyway)But this all can go wrong very quickly with many aspects being thrown at you but usually one main factor is the weather can change very quickly indeed putting you your crew in waters your not trained for or ready to deal with.never underestimate the sea. The RNLI offer many free handy tips in reference to safety covering a huge range ofMon, 23 Dec 2024 12:45:40https://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/yacht-sailing-motorboatinghttps://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/lifejacketsLifejacketsYou must have enough lifejackets onboard. This means having lifejackets to suit all shapes and sizes including children and pets. It is the skipper's responsibility to show the crew where lifejackets are stowed, how to don and secure them and when and how to operate them. The RNLI recommends that when you use your tender and your boat everyone wears a buoyancy aid or a lifejacket. Remember, it is important to use crotch straps to prevent the lifejacket riding up upon entry into theSun, 05 Aug 2018 16:30:02https://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/lifejacketshttps://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/float-to-liveFloat To LiveExtend your arms, legs and life expectancyIf you fall into water, fight your instinct to swim until the cold water shock passes.The average temperature of British and Irish waters is 12-15°C – cold enough to cause cold water shock. Cold water shock makes you gasp uncontrollably and breathe in water, which can quickly lead to drowning.Fight your instinct to swim, pause, and float on your back until you are able to catch your breath. Doing so may save your life.Thank you forMon, 23 Dec 2024 12:48:26https://honours-division.myfreesites.net/tips-n-guides/float-to-live