Code of Practice: The Safe Operation of Recreational Craft

Published 03:00 on 15 May 2026

Useful information for keeping safe can be found on the Safety on the water web page for "Safety on the water" can be found 

Information includes:

• The Code of Practice: The Safe Operation of Recreational Craft (last revised 2024) - PDF version
• Being both summer and winter ready
• What to do in an emergency and more

The Code of Practice for the Safe Operation of Recreational Craft is intended for use by owners, operators and users of all recreational craft operating in Irish coastal and inland waters. More information on this, including how to request your free copy can be found here: Department of Transport - Code of Practice for the Safe Operation of Recreational Craft

Last updated 12:54 on 15 May 2026