http://www.outdoorsafetyusa.com/safety/beach-safety/ Beach safety advice from the experts in beach safety. en-us Tue, 08 Nov 2005 23:12:58 EST Tue, 08 Nov 2005 23:12:58 EST Weblog Editor 2.0 If you've never been to the beach, you might be excited about going. Or you might be nervous. After all, a day at the beach can present many dangers if you don't know what to look for or how to stay safe. Beach Safety Tips Some of the things people are afraid of when they go to the beach are being stung by a jellyfish, being swallowed by a wave or encountering a shark. All of these things are valid concerns, but most public beaches post a sign that state what to beware of that particular day. Here are some other beach safety tips to keep in mind to enjoy your day at the beach: Don't swim in areas where there's not a lifeguard on duty Swim only in designated areas Only swim when the beach is open Don't swim at night If you find yourself in a rip current, swim diagonally against it and try to float on your back If you're walking in shallow water, "shuffle" your feet so you don't step on a stingray Follow posted beach rules Don't get in the water if you've been drinking, and don't try to swim if you've just eaten Beach safety isn't just for the water. Here are some beach safety tips for people who don't want to venture into the water: First and foremost: Apply sunscreen! Apply it 30 minutes before you go to the beach and reapply it whenever you've been sweating a lot or made a trip into the water. (Reapply even if it's waterproof, just to be safe.) Drink plenty of fluids, preferably water (but not ocean water) to prevent dehydration and heat stroke Be careful where you step both in and out of the water so as not to step on sharp shells or broken glass. (In most cases, glass is not allowed on the beach, but not everyone follows the riles of beach safety, and accidents can happen. In addition, broken glass can, at times, get washed ashore from out at sea.) Wear sunglasses. They're like sunscreen for your eyes. Follow these beach safety tips to have a great day at the beach! Tue, 08 Nov 2005 23:12:58 EST http://www.outdoorsafetyusa.com/safety/beach-safety/surf-safety/ Surf safety -- It's fun and competitive, but either way, you should still practice proper surf safety. en-us Mon, 23 Jan 2006 10:58:40 EST Mon, 23 Jan 2006 10:58:40 EST Weblog Editor 2.0 http://www.outdoorsafetyusa.com/safety/beach-safety/ocean-safety/ Ocean safety -- When it comes to the high seas, make sure you practice proper ocean safety. en-us Mon, 23 Jan 2006 10:58:40 EST Mon, 23 Jan 2006 10:58:40 EST Weblog Editor 2.0 http://www.outdoorsafetyusa.com/safety/beach-safety/sun-safety/ Sun safety goes beyond sunscreen. On this page, we'll discuss sunscreen tips as well as other sun safety practices. en-us Mon, 23 Jan 2006 10:58:40 EST Mon, 23 Jan 2006 10:58:40 EST Weblog Editor 2.0