SES Tips

Our volunteers have compiled a few things to remember to keep yourself and your family safe in an emergency situation.

Drive Safety   

• Ensure your vehicle is in good order before departing

• Take regular rest breaks

• Drive according to the road and weather conditions

• Take a ’15 minute Powernap’

• Pull over at an SES Driver Reviver site

Storm Safety

• Secure all objects before the storm hits

• Stay inside

• Ensure your spouts and drains are clear of leaves

Bushwalking Safety   

• Tell somebody where you are going and when you will be back

• Take adequate food, water, warm clothing, matches

• Know the area and have recent Maps, a compass, GPS if available

• Take a charged mobile phone or portable radio

• Wear appropriate clothing and footwear

• If you get lost, Stay Put, DO NOT keep walking

• If in a group, stay together and listen for searchers or other walkers

4X4 Safety                 

• Always tell somebody where you are going

• Take appropriate recovery equipment

• Don’t attempt a track beyond your capabilities

• Take a phone or CB radio

Boating Safety

• Thoroughly check your boat before leaving

• Ensure all safety equipment is present and operational

• Tell Somebody where you are going and when you will return

• Take communications equipment

• Don’t use old fuel

Flood Safety

• Move to high ground

• Be aware of floating objects, eg trees and debris

• Stay together