The National Water Safety Forum (NWSF) is a network of UK organisations working together to reduce water-related deaths and increase the awareness of risks in, on and around the water.

Various organisations and authorities make up the UK Search and Rescue (UKSAR) capability, who work together to ensure a co-ordinated response to SAR emergencies.

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is the largest charity that saves lives at sea and around the coast of the UK.

There are about 30 independent search and rescue groups which are declared to HM Coastguard.

HM Coastguard works with circa 30 independent lifeboat teams across the UK.

Surf Life Saving GB is a UK Search and Rescue charity, providing lifeguard patrols and supporting volunteers to prevent drowning.

The National Coastwatch Institution (NCI) is a voluntary organisation and registered charity providing a watch service around the UK coast, and is separate to HM Coastguard.

The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) exists to get more people into boating and watersport activities, promote safe boating practices and raise the standards of yachting and sailing in the UK.

The Met Office is the national meteorological service for the UK, providing critical weather services and world-leading climate science.

Home and Dry is a commerical fishing safety campaign designed to connect and engage with UK fishermen on the issues of staying safe at sea.

There are three active Volunteer Life Brigades in Tynemouth, South Shields and Sunderland.