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It is extremely difficult to put on a life jacket when an emergency occurs or when you are in the water. It is safer to wear a life jacket at all times, before any emergency occurs. In Victoria, life jackets or personal flotation devices are compulsory on: powerboats up to 4. Children under the age of 10 must wear a specified personal flotation device at all times on any vessel.

Wear a life jacket when fishing off rocks, ledges, a riverbank or a boat. Make sure a life jacket is available for each person, including children, and that they are worn at all times while in or near the water.

Use and store fishing equipment safely Take care when using and storing fishing equipment to avoid the risk of injury. Fishing hooks and rods can be dangerous if not handled with care. Some suggestions include: Make sure the hook is secure and hold the rod parallel to the ground when you carry your fishing rod. Cover or remove fish hooks from fishing rods before transporting.

Exposed hooks on rods should be corked or placed in a hook safety cover. Fish at least 10 metres away from the person next to you. Instruct beginners and children on safe rod and hook procedures. Take care if you make your own lead sinkers. Melting, grinding, sanding or swallowing lead can be dangerous. Young children and pregnant women are especially at risk. Consider using non-lead alternatives. Weather and fishing Staying aware of weather conditions is an important part of fishing safety.

Make sure you have the most up-to-date local weather information available and be prepared for sudden changes. For coastal locations, take particular note of unexpected tide and swell conditions. Rock fishing Rock fishing is a dangerous activity. Many fishing fatalities occur while people are rock fishing. Some safety suggestions include: Make sure you have a thorough understanding of the area where you are fishing, including the tidal behaviour, accessibility to the area and an escape plan.

If the swell threatens where you are standing, leave immediately. Fish in a group of at least three people and always stay in sight of each other. Never fish by yourself. If one person is washed into the sea, another person can stay and assist while the third person gets help. Classes are available for adults as well as children. Wear a life jacket or buoyancy vest. Never wear waders when rock fishing. These can quickly become heavy if you fall in the water.

Look for secure footholds and stay away from sloping, slippery edges. Obey all danger signs. Do not turn your back on the sea. Surf fishing Learn how to read the surf and how to identify and avoid rips before you begin surf fishing. The founders started to acquire interests in a number of small fishing tackle shops in Norfolk in The first Angling Direct branded superstore was opened in in Norwich.

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The clinic closes with a weigh-in for the fish caught. You and your children are welcome to join the events held by the Angling Section. You will find the members of our section easy to approach and willing to share their knowledge. Book Now. The Angling Section meets informally in the Clubhouse on the second Monday of each month at 7. Click here for a list of Angling events from July — July Angling The Angling Section is a friendly, family orientated group of members of varying ages and lifestyles who are actively involved in recreational and competitive fishing, whether it be from a boat or beach.

All Club members are invited to join in the activities of the Angling Section.