Inflatable toys, airbeds and dinghies are fun, but a bad idea when used in the sea, and are much safer in swimming pools. They can easily be blown out away from the shore with the lightest of breezes.
If you insist on using them at the beach, please
- Tie them securely to the shoreline, ideally with an adult holding
onto
the rope at all times - Make sure children are within reach at all times
- Use inflatables between the red and yellow flags
- Follow the advice of lifeguards
- Never
take inflatables out in strong winds or large waves
In
an Emergency
- Do not chase after the inflatable
- Find
a lifeguard or call 999 and ask for the Coastguard