Bournemouths seven miles of beaches are a great place to have fun. But having fun also means remaining safe.
Lifeguards
Our beaches are patrolled May to September by RNLI lifeguards. To stay safe at the beach they recommend you remember F.L.A.G.S.:
- F - Find the red and yellow flags and swim between them
- L - Look at the safety signs
- A - Ask a life guard for advice
- G - Get a friend to swim with you
- S - Stick your hand in the air and shout for help if you get into difficulty
Sun Safety
Too much sun can cause sunburn but in the longer term it can lead to skin cancer. Unlike many cancers, skin cancer is a disease that can be avoided if you take it easy in the sun. The Health Education Authority recommends that everyone follows the five point Sun Safety Code:
- Take care not to burn - don't be fooled by a cool breeze or light cloud.
- Cover up with loose, cool clothing and wear a hat and sunglasses.
- Take special care to protect babies and children.
- Stay in the shade especially during the hottest part of the day, between 11am and 3pm.
- Use a sunscreen lotion of SPF 15 or above, use it generously and re-apply frequently.
Always remember to drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.
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