
What is the danger scale?
The most prominent information in the avalanche bulletin is the (avalanche) danger level. They are divided into a five-level scale and indicate the degree of avalanche danger.
This document deals with where the secured ski area ends and the unsecured, i.e. free ski area begins. It is important that pupils and teachers are aware that you are only protected from alpine dangers in a certain designated area. These slides are well suited to preparing for a winter sports week with pupils of all ages. The topic can also be discussed in the “field” (directly in the ski area, at the slope overview board or similar) with a practical focus.
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The most prominent information in the avalanche bulletin is the (avalanche) danger level. They are divided into a five-level scale and indicate the degree of avalanche danger.
All electronic devices and metal objects generate electromagnetic fields that can massively interfere with avalanche transceivers. If an electronic device is in the immediate vicinity of the avalanche transceiver in
Skiers and snowboarders who are out and about in the open ski area must be well prepared and equipped with the necessary equipment to minimize their risk and be able
In order to be able to help in a worst-case scenario – i.e. an avalanche accident with buried and/or injured people – it is important to gain theoretical knowledge and
More than half of all people involved in avalanche incidents suffer no or only minor injuries. Around 32 percent of the people involved suffer serious injuries, while the fatality rate
As soon as the first snow falls, the motto is: grab your skis or board and make the first tracks of the season in the snow on the glacier or in the backcountry. Those who
More than half of all people involved in avalanche incidents suffer no or only minor injuries. Around 32 percent of the people involved are seriously injured, and the death rate of people who are buried (regardless of the burial depth) is around 13 percent.
Snow is a form of frozen water. It consists of many small ice crystals that form into snowflakes.
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