It is important that all clubs are safety aware and risk averse, and have a safety officer responsible for monitoring club equipment and protocols.
It is important that each club’s safety officer conduct a safety audit now that the season is commencing, particularly checking that all boats have bow balls and all rowing shoes have heel restraints that allow “hands-free” release of feet. All fitted shoes must be attached with less than 7cm of play between heel and the footplate and all quick release mechanisms must be in working order.

It is also timely to remind coaches about washes on the lake. For the enjoyment of other rowers and users on the lake, we ask that coaches attempt to minimise washing off other crews. Coaches should consider sharing a tinny if they have similar standard crews doing similar training.
Coaches should attempt to cut their wash to minimal when approaching other crews, particularly on Yarramundi Reach when travelling towards the Governor-General’s residence.