Posts Tagged ‘Skiing Safety Tips’

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.