Rules Flashcards
Respect for others
A skier or snowboarder must behave in such a way that he or she does not endanger or prejudice others
Control of speed and skiing or snowboarding
Every skier or snowboarder must move in control. He must adapt the speed and manner of skiing or snowboarding to his personal ability and to the prevailing conditions of terrain, snow and weather as well as to the density of traffic.
Choice of route
A skier or snowboarder coming from behind must choose his route in such a way not to endanger skiers or snowboarders ahead
Overtaking
A skier or snowboarder may overtake another skier or snowboarder to the right or to the left provided that they leave enough space for the overtaken skier or snowboarder to make any voluntary or involuntary movement.
Entering, starting and moving upwards
A skier or snowboarder entering a marked run, starting again after stopping or moving upwards on the slopes must look up and down the slopes that he can do so without endangering himself or others.
Stopping
Unless absolutely necessary, a skier or snowboarder must avoid stopping on the piste in narrow places or where visibility is restricted. After a fall in such a place, a skier or snowboarder must move clear of the piste as soon as possible.
Climbing and descending on foot
A skier or snowboarder either climbing or descending on foot must keep to the side of the piste.
Respect for signs and markings
A skier or snowboarder must respect all signs and markings.
Assistance
At accidents, every skier or snowboarder is duty bound(morally or legally obliged) to assist.
Identification
Every skier or snowboarder and witness, whether a responsible party or not, must exchange names and addresses following an accident.
How to assist in the case of an accident
1) Secure the accident area
2) Protect with crossed skis or planted snowboard above the injured person. If necessary, have somebody at the top of the slope to give warning.
First aid procedures
1) Airway - check it is clear
2) Breathing - check they are breathing
3) Circulation - cover any wound and apply firm pressure
4) Provide warmth - give nothing to eat or drink
When alerting the rescue services, make sure toâŚ
1) Contact the resortâs emergency services - the telephone number is usually on the piste map
2) Place of accident
3) Number of people injured
4) Type of injury
Establishing the facts of the accidents
1) Names and addresses of people involved as well as witnesses.
2) Place, time and circumstances of the accident
3) Terrain, snow conditions and visibility
4) markings and signs
5) report to the police as soon as possible
European green piste classification
Easy
European blue piste classification
Moderate
European red piste classification
Intermediate
European black piste classification
Difficult
North American green piste classification
Easiest
North American blue piste classification
More difficult
North American single black diamond piste classification
Most difficult
North American double black diamond piste classification
Expert
South American green piste classification
Beginner
South American blue piste classification
Intermediate
