Plan your beach day out
Dealing with Nasty Stings
Dealing with Nasty Stings
If you or someone you are with is stung by a Weeverfish, place the inflamed area in hot (but not scalding) water. Be sure to test the temperature of the water before applying.
Anyone who has ever been stung by a jellyfish will be able to confirm just how painful this can be. Youll be glad to hear that in most cases they are not life threatening though. Use what you have to hand " i.e. sea water, or if bold enough, urine and splash, spray or apply this to area that has been stung. Both urine and sea water can take the edge off the sting. Gently soothing with a cold drinks can if one is available from a beach hut or similar is also helpful, but do not apply too much pressure. Be vigilant though as on occasion, breathing difficulties, faster pulse rates, allergic reactions and severe pain may make it necessary to cut the trip short and seek medical advice.
If you must bring inflatable toys.
Ensure that you follow the beaches own guidelines on inflatables where these are displayed.
Stay close to any children in your care, and supervise them at all times - Follow the advice of the lifeguard to the letter - Dont go beyond the area between the red and yellow flags - Dont take them out in big waves, or when the orange windsock is flying, as they will be impossible to control, and dangerous as a result.
Sun safety tips.
Each year, many people are afflicted with sunburn and sun stroke. This is a club you do not want to be a part of. Learn from the locals and try to stay out of the mid day sun. Where possible, also try to wear loose clothing and make sure that you use a sufficiently string sun block for your complexion and remember:
Light coloured tops reflect more light away from your skin
SLAP on a hat
Invest in some dcent sun block
How to pick the right beach for you.
If you're planning a beach trip, there are some important considerations that you should bear in mind when choosing an appropriate beach, such as whether there are slippery rocks or dangerous drops from harbour walls or cliff edges and the type of marine life that comes close to shore, for example sharks or weeverfish. But the most important thing to remember is that if you're planning to mess about in the water, make sure that the beach you are visiting has a lifeguard present.
Dealing with Nasty Stings
If you or someone you are with is stung by a Weeverfish, place the inflamed area in hot (but not scalding) water. Be sure to test the temperature of the water before applying.
Anyone who has ever been stung by a jellyfish will be able to confirm just how painful this can be. Youll be glad to hear that in most cases they are not life threatening though. Use what you have to hand " i.e. sea water, or if bold enough, urine and splash, spray or apply this to area that has been stung. Both urine and sea water can take the edge off the sting. Gently soothing with a cold drinks can if one is available from a beach hut or similar is also helpful, but do not apply too much pressure. Be vigilant though as on occasion, breathing difficulties, faster pulse rates, allergic reactions and severe pain may make it necessary to cut the trip short and seek medical advice.
If you must bring inflatable toys.
Ensure that you follow the beaches own guidelines on inflatables where these are displayed.
Stay close to any children in your care, and supervise them at all times - Follow the advice of the lifeguard to the letter - Dont go beyond the area between the red and yellow flags - Dont take them out in big waves, or when the orange windsock is flying, as they will be impossible to control, and dangerous as a result.
Sun safety tips.
Each year, many people are afflicted with sunburn and sun stroke. This is a club you do not want to be a part of. Learn from the locals and try to stay out of the mid day sun. Where possible, also try to wear loose clothing and make sure that you use a sufficiently string sun block for your complexion and remember:
Light coloured tops reflect more light away from your skin
SLAP on a hat
Invest in some dcent sun block
How to pick the right beach for you.
If you're planning a beach trip, there are some important considerations that you should bear in mind when choosing an appropriate beach, such as whether there are slippery rocks or dangerous drops from harbour walls or cliff edges and the type of marine life that comes close to shore, for example sharks or weeverfish. But the most important thing to remember is that if you're planning to mess about in the water, make sure that the beach you are visiting has a lifeguard present.