Please see below a guide for how to use our equipment safely. If hirers require a full Health and Safety Guide, they must consult a professional. Joey Board Hire Ltd will not be held responsible for the safety of hirers and hirers should consult our Hirer Terms and Conditions for further clarification, and always seek professional advice from an approved body before going on the water.

 

1. Wear Personal Flotation Devices PFD

We always recommend the use of a Personal Floatation Device PFD. We have provided 50 Newton buoyancy Aids for all hires.  For weaker swimmers, it would be recommended to get a 100N jacket (not available from Joey Board Hire). We recommend that dogs also wear a floatation device.

2. Wear the Leash

In order to not get separated from your board, ALWAYS wear the leash around your lower leg. This not only keeps the board from floating away, but also offers a further floatation device to help hold onto when falling into the water.

3. Fast Flowing Waters, Tidal Rivers or Sea/Ocean Usage

We do not recommend using our boards on Fast Flowing Waters, Tidal Rivers or Sea / Ocean. The boards are designed to be used on calmer waters such as lakes, rivers and canals.

4. Wear Shoes

We recommend that users wear some form of show when using the board to protect their feet should they need to place their foot down on shallow water.

5. Always Supervise Young People

6. Follow any Local Rules and Advice

It is always advisable to check with the local sources of information on water safety before taking to the water.

7. Advise People on Land

Always tell someone land based about the trip you intend to take including location and timings, reporting when you are back safely.

8. Take a Mobile Phone

If possible, take a charged mobile  phone in case of emergency.

9. Wear Adequate Clothing and Protect yourself from the Sun

Please see FAQ section for advice

10. Plan your Journey

Never paddle in the dark or in shipping lanes.

11.  Paddle in Pairs

If you are paddling, we strongly recommend that you pair up with another paddler in order to support one another.

12. River Paddling

Stay on the correct side of the river (normally the right). Do not go through locks and use the 'Portage' areas and carry your boards around. Never try to go down a Weir and do not paddle in fast flowing water.

13. Weill's Disease

When paddling on inland waters there is a chance that there may be Weill's disease in the water. Please make sure you wash your hands with soap/antibacterial gel before eating and shower after, washing all clothes. 

14. Inflated Board

Please make sure the board is inflated correctly as per guidelines.

15. Licensing

It is your responsibility to license the paddle board on whatever waterway you are paddling on.

16. HAVE FUN!!