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Marine Safety Gear
PFDs, kill cords, flares and marine torches — the compliant safety kit every inflatable owner needs before they hit the water.
Ordering safety kit for your Aerowave
We stock safety gear on request and match it to your state's requirements — the required PFD type, minimum count on board, flare age and torch spec vary between NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA, TAS, NT and ACT. Call us with your postcode and we'll bundle a compliant kit with your boat.
Type 1 PFDs
Offshore-grade lifejackets rated for open water. Adult and child sizes.
Kill Cords
Engine cut-off lanyard — mandatory when driving from the tiller in most states.
Marine Flares
In-date orange smoke and red handheld flares. We check expiry before dispatch.
Marine Torch
Waterproof LED torch — required for night operation.
Guides & reading
Safety reading before you launch
What every Aussie skipper should carry, know and check before pushing off the beach.
9 min readMarine First Aid Kits for Inflatable Boats (2026)
What every Aussie skipper should carry — and why SURVIVAL First Aid Kits from the NSW Central Coast are our gold standard for inflatables and tinnies.
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12 min readHow to Read Beach Conditions Before Launching
Rips, sandbars, wind and tide — read them right so your launch is safe and dry, not a rescue call.
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18 min readManual Bilge Pumps: Your Ultimate Safety Lifeline
When a rogue wave swamps you or a fitting weeps, an automatic pump might not be enough. Why every boat needs a manual bilge on board.
Read guideDo You Need to Register an Inflatable Boat in Australia?
The 2026 state-by-state rules for registration, safety equipment and PFD requirements — NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA, TAS.
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5 min readInflatable Safety Tips Every Parent Should Know
Supervision guidelines, setup advice and essential safety measures to keep kids safe on and around inflatables.
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2 min readOverinflation Valves: The Small Safety Feature That Protects Your Hull
The tiny valve that saves your tubes when the sun hits — and why every Aerowave has one built in.
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