Smoky Snow Sport School Snowsports Safety

A few important things to consider before you spend the day skiing...

Q: What do you need for safe participation in snow sports?
A : Fitness, good equipment, know how, and warm muscles

Q: What do you have to consider?
A: Respect for other snow sport enthusiasts, signs and warnings, code of conduct, fatigue, hunger and thirst

Q: What type of protection will I need?
A: Choose proper clothing according to the weather. Layer clothing for maximum comfort. Wear water resistant clothes, sturdy ski-type gloves or mittens, and one pair of wool or moisture-wicking type socks are essential.

Protection from the sun and the snow: Eyewear, sunglasses or goggles can greatly add to your comfort and performance. Wear sunscreen and lip protection to further protect against the weather. Check out slope conditions and weather reports! Knowing what to expect from the weather can help prepare you for a wonderful experience.

Your Responsibility Code
KNOW THE CODE

The National Ski Areas Association established "Your Responsibility Code" in 1966 as a code of ethics for all skiers on the mountain. Today, the code reflects not only skier safety, but snowboarder and lift safety as well.

Ultimately, safe skiing and snowboarding on the mountain is each person's responsibility.

Following "Your Responsibility Code" will help all skiers and snowboarders have a safer mountain experience.

Your Responsibility Code Safety on the slopes is everyone's responsibility. Ski & ride safely - not only for yourself, but for others as well.

Always stay in control and be able to stop or avoid objects.
People ahead of you have the right of way. It is your responsibility to avoid them.
Do not stop where you obstruct the trail or are not visible from above.
Whenever starting downhill or merging into a trail, yield to others.
Always use devices to help prevent runaway equipment. Observe all posted signs and warnings.
Keep off closed trails and out of closed areas.
Prior to using any lift, you must know how to load, ride, and unload safely.

Know The Code. It’s YOUR Responsibility. This is only a partial list. Be safety conscious and aware at all times while on the slopes, lifts & in slow ski areas!!!