Surfer Safety
Surfing is a popular past time for many people but it can be dangerous and it's helpful to know some simple tips to staying safe and keeping your friends safe while surfing.
Safe Surfing Tips
- Learn to swim before surfing
- Take a lesson to start surfing
- Be trained in first aid and CPR
- Stay with your board and use a leash
- Surf with a friend, not alone
- Observe the ocean before entering
- Don't surf in challenging conditions
- Inform someone about your surfing plans
- Be mindful of other surfers and surroundings
- Be prepared to help and call for help in emergencies
- Check the weather conditions before surfing
- Use bright colors for visibility
- Surf at patrolled beaches
- Watch for rip currents and stay calm if caught
Want to learn more about surf safety and become a safe surfing pro? Check out this safe surfer series with the world's best surf writer Nick Caroll.

The code is set of universal rules and tips that have been created over many decades.
Visit Randwick City Council's website to learn more and view the code in different languages.
