Know the Code
The Canadian Ski Patrol is bound by it's mandate to uphold the
Alpine Responsibility Code and the Nordic Responsibility Code. The Codes are short lists of items that, if followed, will reduce your chance of injury and enhance your enjoyment of the sports of skiing and snowboarding.
There are elements of risk that common sense and personal awareness can help prevent. Regardless of how you decided to use the slopes, always show courtesy to others, please adhere to the code listed below and share with others the responsibility for a safe outdoor experience.
1. Always stay in control. You must be able to stop, or avoid other people or objects.
2. People ahead of you have the right of way. It is your responsibility to avoid them
3. Do not stop where you obstruct a trail or are not visible from above.
4. Before starting downhill or merging onto a trail, look uphill and yield to others.
5. If you are involved in or witness a collision or accident, you must remain at the scene and identify yourself to the Ski Patrol.
6. Always use proper devices to prevent runaway equipment.
7. Observe and obey all posted signs and warnings.
8. Keep off closed trails and closed areas.
9. You must not use lifts or terrain if your ability is impaired through use of alcohol or drugs.
10. You must have sufficient physical dexterity, ability and knowledge to safely load, ride and unload lifts. If in doubt, ask the lift attendant.
Know the Code - Be Safety Conscious, it is Your Responsibility.
Nordic Responsibility Code
The Canadian Ski Patrol System, in cooperation with the Canadian Ski Council, the Canadian Ski Area Operators' Association and the Canadian Association of Nordic Ski Instructors, hope that all nordic, telemark, and back-country skiers will ski carefully. Remember to keep the Skiers Responsibility Code in mind as you enjoy your day. There are elements of risk in skiing that common sense and personal awareness can help reduce.
1. Ski in indicated direction and observe all signs.
2. Ski to the right when passing or skiing a double track.
3. Descending skiers always have the right of way.
4. Don't litter. Pack it in and pack it out...and respect private property.
5. Don't obstruct the trail. Move off the track of you fall or while taking a break.
6. Yield the track to faster skiers or skiers saying "track" by stepping off to the right.
"BE AWARE - SKI WITH CARE"
