Ski pass / GHIC / MOD90

Wallet/Money

Phone

Lunch

Energy Snack

Water

Helmet

Goggles

Sunglasses

Suncream

Lip blam

Gloves

Buff

Warm layer

Spare socks

Personal Medication/first aid kit

In order of priority, the key points of accident procedure are:

1. Ensure that the casualty is in no further danger. Make sure that they cannot be hit by other

snow users (see 2 below), and that they are secure from sliding further downhill.

2. Warn other people of the casualty's position by sticking crossed skis in the snow at least 10 metres uphill. This also helps the ski patrol find the site. This may be delegated to another person while you deal with the casualty.

3. Check for life-threatening injuries, and immediately take the appropriate steps: • If the casualty is unconscious, ensure that their airway is clear and put them in the recovery position.

• If the casualty has stopped breathing, apply mouth-to-mouth resuscitation

• If the casualty has no pulse, apply cardiac massage

• If the casualty is suffering serious loss of blood, apply a pressure-pad to the wound

4. Check for signs of spinal injury. If the casualty has damaged their spine, any further movement may cause additional injury, including permanent paralysis. If you suspect this, avoid moving them except to deal with life threatening injuries.

5. Keep the casualty warm, and try to reassure and comfort them prior to the ski patrol's arrival. Support and immobilise an injured limb. Where the lower leg or foot is injured, never loosen

or remove the ski boot.

6. Summon the ski patrol via the nearest emergency telephone, lift station or café. If possible, stay with the casualty and send a message (preferably written down) with two or more experienced

people. If possible, give the following details:

• The nature of the injury

• The name or number of the run

• The identifying number of the nearest piste marker or lift pylon

• Any other information on the casualty's precise location

7. Ensure that the rest of the group are kept safe and warm. Assemble them at the side of the run, or send them to the nearest café or shelter. Bear in mind that the incident may have affected

their confidence and state of mind.