The contents of a marine stinger drag kit are as follows:

  1. Copy of SLSQ Dangerous Marine Creature Risk Management Guidelines
  2. Copy of GBRMPA Permit
  3. Copy of DPI&F Permit
  4. Marine Stinger Netting Log
  5. Tide chart
  6. Stinger suits – sizes as required
  7. Wetsuit booties – sizes as required
  8. Disposable gloves – sizes as required
  9. Wetsuit gloves – 1-2 x M, 1-2 x XL (or sizes as required)
  10. Specimen jars and sealable plastic buckets – various sizes up to 10L as required
  11. Large clear collection bowl/jug – minimum 2L
  12. Duct tape and nikkko pen
  13. Packet of small cable ties (for net repairs)
  14. Atomiser spray bottle x 1 – for washing suits with vinegar
  15. 10L of vinegar (in addition to the vinegar on patrol and in the first aid room)
  16. 1 x Box Jellyfish drag net (dimensions as per permits) NB. 1 box jellyfish net may be shared between multiple sites according to local requirements
  17. 1 x Irukandji drag net (dimensions as per permits)
  18. Strainer (Optional)
  19. Magnifying glass
  20. Marine stinger ID charts
  21. Permits:

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