8.8 Inappropriate Behaviour by Public

Purpose

To outline the protocols for managing inappropriate behaviour by members of the public.

Overview

Inappropriate behaviour covers numerous activities that occur on beaches defined by relevant legislation.

Procedure

Where a patron reports someone to SLS personnel, or SLS personnel observe someone involved in offensive inappropriate behaviour or they believe someone to be suspicious they should follow the procedures listed below:

• Maintain a safe distance.
• If possible, keep members of the public away (i.e. restrict access to area of beach or public toilets etc).
• Make note of the person’s description, location and vehicle.
• Take notes from witnesses.
• Contact the SOC for Police assistance.
• Where Police are not on-site, SLS personnel (minimum of 2) should observe the suspect (if safe to do so) and remain in contact with their patrol base until the Police arrive.
• Water safety should not be compromised in this situation and minimum lifesaving service standards should be maintained in regard to water surveillance/patrolled area.