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Mountain safety advice from WINTER-SPORTS.COM

MOUNTAIN SAFETY : OFF-PISTE SKIING AND FREE RIDING

Ski with a ski and mountain expert
They have a good overall knowledge of the mountains, and know especially well the massif, the avalanche prone runs, the crevasses that appeared the previous summer...
Check the weather and avalanche risks reports
Don't forget that weather and avalanche risks reports aren't a 100% sure. Plan your runs keeping in mind the possible weather changes and increase in avalanche risks.
Gear up
An ARVA (avalanche transceiver that skiers wear to be found when buried under snow) is absolutely indispensable. Make sure it works well, check the batteries, and, most of all, learn how to use it.

A snow shovel (the folding kind) is also an essential safety item. With the shovel you'll be able to dig out quickly your partners and, if need be, you can use it to dig a shelter in the snow to spend the night in.

A collapsible probe must complete this safety kit.

Carry a compass and a map. You might have to spend a night on-site: plan on taking extra clothing, two survival blankets per person, a little food and heaters with you.

The cell phone, in zones where there is network coverage, is an undeniable safety element. Make sure it's charged before you go.

Helicopter rescue signals
We need help: Stand face on to the chopper, both arms up

We don't need help: Stand face on to the chopper, one arm up.
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