Beach Safety Volunteers
Role
Beach Safety Volunteers (BSV's) are volunteers among the kite community who represent safe kiting at local kiteboarding locations. Although kiteboarding can be a safe a sport, there are times where risks can emerge and having knowledgeable and helpful representatives on the beach can help keep our beaches safe.
If you see a Beach Safety Volunteer at the beach approach them for advice about the location, the conditions, sensible launching and landing areas or ask them for help to launch your kite. Beach Safety Volunteers are here to advocate safe usage of our beaches to ensure everyone goes home safe at the end of the day.
BSV’s are not volunteering to teach kiteboarding and each kiteboarder/ beach goer should take responsibility for their own safety prior to arriving at the beach.
How can I identify a Beach Safety Volunteer?
Beach Safety Volunteer wear identifiable clothing.
When are Beach Safety Volunteers at the beach?
Beach Safety Volunteers are volunteers, they generally are at the beach when a typical kiteboarder will be at the beach during the summer and winter months (when it's windy!). The volunteers are not at the beach between set times, however if you see them at the beach, make sure you say hello and if you have any safety concerns, don't hesitate to reach out.
Interested in volunteering to become a Beach Safety Volunteer?
Beach Safety Volunteers play an important role in promoting safe aquatic activity and is a respected position in our community.
Kiteboarding Beach Safety Volunteers are awarded their position on a demonstrated ability to promote & advocate for safe beach usage.
BSV's will be provided an identifiable uniform that is worn while acting in the capacity of a BSV.
Express your interest here
About the program
The Beach Safety Volunteer program is a collaboration between Kiteboarding Australia, Kiteboarding Victoria and Play It Safe By The Water (PISBTW). PISBTW is a Victorian Government funded water safety committee that’s goal is to reduce harm cause from aquatic activity. The program is designed to promote safety amongst the kiteboarding community and additionally promote safety on the beaches for all beach users. The program is in it's first year and we are looking for feedback as we move along.
If you would like to know more about the program, give feedback or become a Beach Safety Volunteer, please email contact@kiteboardingaus.com.au
