Archive for the ‘Skiing Safety Tips’ Category

Keep Off Closed Trails and Closed Areas

Ski trails and areas are closed for reasons including snow conditions, grooming or a race that’s taking place. In all cases, a posted “closed” sign means “Do not enter!”

Know the Code. Be safety conscious. It’s your responsibility.

Observe and Obey All Posted Signs and Warnings

Signs are posted for important reasons. There are directional signs, level of expertise signs, as well as warning signs. These signs must be obeyed at all times. Warning signs may be advising of a potential safety hazard. For everyone’s safety and enjoyment, it is imperative that these signs are acknowledged and obeyed.

Know the Code. Be safety conscious. It’s your responsibility.

Always Use Proper Devices To Help Control Runaway Equipment

A skier/rider must use a braking or retention system at all times. Ski brakes are recommended as the best and safest method of ski retention. Skis with broken or missing ski brakes are not allowed on a hill and must be replaced with a pair with functioning brakes. It is also mandatory that snowboards have a brake or retention device. Runaway skis or snowboards without proper braking systems can cause injury, even death.

Know the Code. Be safety conscious. It’s your responsibility.

People Ahead Have The Right Away

Your safety is our primary concern. Our Ski Patrol is on the mountain to make sure you have a safe day on the slopes and all members of Marble Mountain’s Ski Patrol are trained and certified by the Canadian Ski Patrol System (CSPS). They’re easy to find – just look for their bright yellow and blue coats and backpacks with the CSPS badge.

We want you to have fun on our mountain and the only way to have a carefree winter is to know and adhere to the Alpine Responsibility Code. Over the next 10 weeks we’ll remind you of the common sense rules responsible skiing and riding.

1) People ahead of you have the right of way. It is your responsibility to avoid them.

Know the Code. Be safety conscious. It’s your responsibility.