Online timer for 173 minutes
Your next Surf Life Saving patrol is starting straight after the first, so reset the countdown for another 173 minutes while you check the flags, radio and handover notes. The fresh run separates the two shifts clearly, even if you remain at the same beach position and keep watching the water without a break between sessions.
During a repeated patrol, keep the countdown page open while moving between the flagged area, clubhouse and observation points. Closing its tab or browser may stop the running session or clear its progress, depending on the device and browser settings. If the phone is needed elsewhere, leave the tab open, lock the screen only after checking that the countdown continues, and use the patrol log as a separate time reference.
For a second consecutive patrol, note the new start time beside the names in the patrol log before returning to the beach. That written time helps if the countdown is interrupted, and it also prevents the first session’s finish from being mistaken for the second one. If another volunteer takes over early, record the actual handover rather than letting the remaining time define the shift.
Common questions
What could make this second Surf Life Saving patrol finish earlier than the set period?
A roster change, an early handover, or instructions from the patrol captain may shorten it. Record the actual finish time even if the countdown still has time remaining.
What if beach conditions keep the patrol running beyond the set period?
Heavy surf, a search, or a delayed replacement can extend the duty. Keep the original finish signal as a roster reference, then log the extra time and continue under the patrol captain’s direction.
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