SAFETY ON THE WALKWAYS/PONTOONS

Members are reminded that during periods of icy or rainy weather the walkways and pontoons can be extremely slippery. Please note the following:

• In the interest of EVERYONE'S SAFETY please keep the walkways clear of ALL obstacles such as Trolleys, Mooring Weights. Please return them to the compound.

• The walkway has recently been jet washed and painted with non slip deck paint.

• When negotiating the security gate and wooden ramp seek assistance when carrying loads or pulling tenders/dinghies.

• Please ensure you are wearing shoes that have adequate grip qualities. Deck shoes and sailing boots have fine cut soles.

• Please wear your lifejacket when on the pontoons/walkways.

• Where there is a handrail, please use it.

• Please report any injuries/accidents so that they can be recorded in the accident book.

• It is essential that only members have access to club facilities, walkways/pontoons. Members must take personal responsibility for the safety of their guests. We all have a duty of care.

• If the weather is adverse or their is a high risk of injury due to slippery conditions please keep off the walkways/pontoons and seek assistance before entering.

DMH (13/1/07)

Pontoon Safety must remain a high priority for all club members.

Members must assume responsibility for the safety of their children, families, and invited guests when using the pontoon, especially when negotiating the walkway and gate areas. The Pontoons and Walkways are private and members of the public are not permitted unless accompanied. Children should not be allowed to play on the beach, near the water, or on club installations unless supervised. The foreshore is covered in a mixture of stone, sand, and mud, and soft mud is a real DANGER. Children could quickly get in to difficulties if not supervised.

Care must be exercised when walking down the walkway or pontoons especially when the wooden decking is wet or icy. Where there is a handrail please use it.

The visitors/Pilot Boat/Wessex Fishermen pontoon must not be obstructed by trailers, barrels, or sinkers etc.. Guard rails are fitted to ensure the safety of all disembarking from their craft.

Electric Cables should be routed so as to avoid obstructing the walkway. Only use cables/plugs/appliances that are fit for purpose.

All persons using the pontoons should wear lifejackets, all members on the river using tenders, dinghies MUST wear suitable Lifejackets.

In the event of anyone falling in the water there are lifebelts on the pontoon and on most boats.

In the event of a fire immediately summon the Fire Brigade, nearest telephone in the Stop Gap. In addition there are water taps and hoses on the pontoon.