Before you go
Tell someone where you are fishing and when you expect to return. Check the tide and swell, and the weather forecast.
On the rocks
Never turn your back on the sea on rocks. Wear shoes with good grip, and consider a life jacket when fishing from exposed rocks. Fish with a partner when you can.
Hooks and sinkers
Carry a pair of pliers and a first aid kit, and keep hook points covered when you are not fishing. Look behind you before you cast.
Sun and water
Wear sunscreen and a hat, and take water. Long days on an open beach dehydrate you faster than you notice.
General guidance only. Conditions, rules and species differ along the coast, so check with local anglers and the current regulations.