Distress at sea and precautions

1 -  Do not swim if you are not in perfect physical conditions;
2 - Even if you are a good swimmer do not force your body;
3 - After a long exposure to the sun you have to go into the water gradually; wetting first the back of your head, the abdomen, and the chest. Do not swim if you got a sunstroke;
4 - If you had a meal you have to wait at least three hours before swimming again;
5 - Do not get in the water when the red flag is up (the red flag indicates a life-threatening condition for bathers);
6 - Do not swim in rough water, if strong winds expire, if there are strong ocean currents, if the water is very cold or if it has a temperature much lower than that of the environment.
7 - If you are not able to swim, you can bath in very shallow water supervised by someone who swims very well;
8 - For any information please contact the lifeguard in service at the appropriate working position.
9 - Observe the rules for the regulation of water activities, in particular:
-- Do not disturb other people (noises, beach games, radio up real loud);
-- No pets on the beach, except in areas where they are expressly allowed;
-- Do not pitch tents, light fires, camping on the beach.
10 - Look at the color of the flag before taking a bath.