Day at the Beach
An Beach Safety Program for Multicultural and CALD Communities
Day at the Beach Program
The Day at the Beach program is a 45 minute session led by an experienced presenter to educate multicultural and CALD communities on beach safety. It provides essential knowledge for a safe, enjoyable experience and is especially valuable for those unfamiliar with basic beach safety, particularly those who didn’t grow up near the coast.

What Participants Will Learn?
- Beach Safety Starts At Home – Preparing for a safe day at the beach
- Beachsafe App – Choosing a safe beach & checking conditions
- Packing Up – Essential items for safety & comfort
- Swimming at a Patrolled Beach – Importance of red & yellow flags
- Family Safety – Tips for children at the beach
- Beach Signs – Understanding safety & danger signs
- Marine creatures – Dealing with bluebottles & other creatures
- Rip Currents – Identification & response strategies
- Lifesavers & Lifeguards – Their role & how to seek help
- Rock Fishing Safety – Importance of wearing a lifejacket