Safety Information
West Lakes, Torrens Lake, Port Adelaide River and Murray River are public waterways which Rowing SA and clubs are privileged to have access to.
In use of these waterways, we ask that ALL USERS are aware of, can understand and are capable of following traffic flow patterns and important safety information BEFORE getting on the water.
We also ask that all users of waterways read and adhere to the Rowing SA Safety and Training Policy and Regulations for Boat Racing. We thank you in advance for your cooperation in this.
If you are involved or are key witness in an incident or near miss/breach of regulations, please head to our Incident Reporting information page for what to do next
As part of RSA’s ongoing commitment to Club Development a number of tools have been developed to assist rowing clubs and the rowing community enjoy the waterways in a safe and responsible manner.
The following resources have been developed by RSA in addition to our policies and are available to download. We expect that all School and Club leaders/Committees are aware of all Policies and available resources before allowing members to take to the water or perform any duties for the Club.
Rowing SA Safety and Training Policy
Safety Assessment Checklist
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Regulations for Boat Racing
The following resources have been developed by RSA in addition to our policies and are available to download.
We expect that all School and Club leaders/Committees are aware of all Policies and available resources before allowing members to take to the water or perform any duties for the Club.
Safety Resources
Action Plans (Anaphylaxis, Asthma, DRSABC)
Emergency Contact Details
Information Videos
Racing & Training Checklist
RSA Safety Checklist
Safety Presentations
Relevant Laws & Regulations
- South Australian Recreational Boating Handbook
- South Australian Government Gazette with Exemption Information for Trailering Boats and Rear Overhang (pages 3044-3047)
- South Australian ‘Cylcing & the Law’ Booklet
- Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Convention: Chapter 5 (Safety of Navigation) regulation 33 (Distress Messages, Obligations and Procedures)
General Boat Light Requirements
West Lakes Maps
Torrens Lake Maps
Torrens Circulation Pattern Map