SURF RESCUE VEHICLE OPERATIONS

Surf Rescue vehicles shall be driven by qualified personnel, approved by the club and/or patrol captain. All operators should receive an induction prior to operating any motorised vehicle. Patrol members shall have a sound knowledge of the basic lifesaving equipment that the vehicle carries and where the equipment is stored. Local council ordinances on beach operations shall always be observed, particularly with regard to speed limit and the coastal dune areas.

Clubs should have available their local council’s by-laws with reference to vehicle operations within bathing reserves for all vehicle operators.

The following rescue/safety equipment shall be carried:

• First aid kit;
• Oxygen equipment/defib;
• Rescue tube/flippers;
• Rescue board;
• Handheld or mounted radio; and
• Orange flashing light.
  

It is recommended that all vehicles have:

• A long-handled shovel;
• Jumper leads;
• PA/loud hailer;
• Carry racks/roll bars;
• Stinger kit and vinegar (clubs and services north of Bustard Head);
• PPE; and
• Set of MaxTrax’s if driving a 4-wheel drive vehicle (optional).
  

All unauthorised vehicles and trailers are to be removed from the beach immediately after surf club tasks are done, e.g., towing boat to water for training, setting up patrol on beach etc.

Clubs shall gain council/police permits for all club vehicles being used on the beach. Council permits are to be clearly displayed on the vehicles.

Personal vehicles are NOT to be used on the beach for SLSQ/SLSC activities.