Seven Essential Safety Tips for Boating Activities

Boating activities can be hugely enjoyable – if we have a strong awareness of water safety in addition to the basic skills and techniques of the sports.  Here are some important tips we must bear in mind when going to sea:

1.	Before sailing, check and make sure all water sports equipment to be used is in good working condition.
2.	Inform someone reliable of your sailing route and the return time.
3.	Pay attention to weather forecasts.
4.	Avoid carrying out waterborne activities in rough weather.  Stop all such activities when Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 3 or above is issued.
5.	Go afloat with companions.
6.	Beware of offshore wind.
7.	Be considerate to other water users.

Source: Windsurfing Association of Hong Kong, China