100 Things We Can Do To Be Safe.

[SylvanLaker]

In light of the Revy incident. Here are a few things I live by, lets see how many we can come up with..

I'm not going to do anything I am uncomfortable with, regardless of my groups actions.

I will park in safe locations during rests.

I will safely test smaller hills prior to pulling big hills.

I will make sure my sled is in good order.

I will make sure I have avy training.

I will have a comprehensive backpack and supplies.

I will get First Aid.

I will dig a snow pit and test conditions.

I will always plan a out during a climb.

I will voice my concerns for safety if another is being unsafe.

I will carry a GPS or compass / maps.

I will be aware of changing conditions in the spring.

I will never be complacent

I won't go on a hill where someone is already (one at a time)

I will sign in at the cabin and let my wife know where I am.

I will carry spot or a Sat Radio..

I will ride a yamaha, lol sorry couldn't help it..



I'd love to see everyone chime in a post a few. I bet we all could come up with a 100 ideas.

 

[Duke]

These are some things that I think about prior to sledding.

http://www.snowestonline.com/forum/showthread.php?t=182244

BACKCOUNTRY HAZARD ASSESSMENT
1) No riding without two way radios and either a Spot or Sat phone.
2) Must have Digital beacon/probe/shovel/radio at minimum. (ON YOUR BODY, NOT YOUR SLED)
3) Beacon checks daily. Check batteries. (TEST AVYPACKS YEARLY AT MINIMUM)
4) Ride at the comfort level of the least confident person, if someone is unsure of terrain, we stop to discuss and assess. Dont be scared to speak up.
5) Everyone in group must read the Avalanche report in full prior to heading out.
6) Check snow conditions once/day or for every riding area/weekend.
7) Carry enough safety gear for yourself to make it through at least one night.
8) Only one sled on the hill at a time.
9) If other groups in area creating a hazard, we leave the area immediately.
10) Everyone in group must have AST1 training.
11) Try to maintain a certified First Aid/Emergency CPR ticket.
12) Do not leave sight of the group, always have someone watch you when climbing/riding etc.
13) Always park in a safe zone away from the run out if an avalanche were to occur.
14) Avoid travelling or parking in terrain traps no matter how big or small the hill.
15) When someone is riding/climbing on slopes, all others are off the hill parked in safe area.
16) When travelling through Avalanche terrain stop prior and assess. Travel one at a time to a safe area, using radios if needed around blind spots.
Determine how to minimize the exposure for the group throughout the day.
17) Always let someone know where your group is going for the day.
18) Practice rescues
19) Tell your family you love them.

I'm no expert, please comment or add your thoughts, for my own personal use, thx
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[xrated]

I won't ride with friends who would make me go home by myself nor will I ride in a way that will ensure my friends go home alone.

 

[teamti]

Good thread! Hopefully it will be constructive

I will pay attention to windloading (Turbo was a NE slope - winds were from SW - so Turbo had probably 1.5 to 2x the snow load as S slopes)

If I'm taking out my kids or someone elses' kids I'll be even more conservative then if I was by myself

and because this list was pretty good here it is as a repost

BACKCOUNTRY HAZARD ASSESSMENT
1) No riding without two way radios and either a Spot or Sat phone.
2) Must have Digital beacon/probe/shovel/radio at minimum. (ON YOUR BODY, NOT YOUR SLED)
3) Beacon checks daily. Check batteries. (TEST AVYPACKS YEARLY AT MINIMUM)
4) Ride at the comfort level of the least confident person, if someone is unsure of terrain, we stop to discuss and assess. Dont be scared to speak up.
5) Everyone in group must read the Avalanche report in full prior to heading out.
6) Check snow conditions once/day or for every riding area/weekend.
7) Carry enough safety gear for yourself to make it through at least one night.
8) Only one sled on the hill at a time.
9) If other groups in area creating a hazard, we leave the area immediately.
10) Everyone in group must have AST1 training.
11) Try to maintain a certified First Aid/Emergency CPR ticket.
12) Do not leave sight of the group, always have someone watch you when climbing/riding etc.
13) Always park in a safe zone away from the run out if an avalanche were to occur.
14) Avoid travelling or parking in terrain traps no matter how big or small the hill.
15) When someone is riding/climbing on slopes, all others are off the hill parked in safe area.
16) When travelling through Avalanche terrain stop prior and assess. Travel one at a time to a safe area, using radios if needed around blind spots.
Determine how to minimize the exposure for the group throughout the day.
17) Always let someone know where your group is going for the day.
18) Practice rescues
19) Tell your family you love them.

 

[r0bc]

Good thread! Hopefully it will be constructive

I will pay attention to windloading (Turbo was a NE slope - winds were from SW - so Turbo had probably 1.5 to 2x the snow load as S slopes)

If I'm taking out my kids or someone elses' kids I'll be even more conservative then if I was by myself

and because this list was pretty good here it is as a repost

BACKCOUNTRY HAZARD ASSESSMENT
1) No riding without two way radios and either a Spot or Sat phone.
2) Must have Digital beacon/probe/shovel/radio at minimum. (ON YOUR BODY, NOT YOUR SLED)
3) Beacon checks daily. Check batteries. (TEST AVYPACKS YEARLY AT MINIMUM)
4) Ride at the comfort level of the least confident person, if someone is unsure of terrain, we stop to discuss and assess. Dont be scared to speak up.
5) Everyone in group must read the Avalanche report in full prior to heading out.
6) Check snow conditions once/day or for every riding area/weekend.
7) Carry enough safety gear for yourself to make it through at least one night.
8) Only one sled on the hill at a time.
9) If other groups in area creating a hazard, we leave the area immediately.
10) Everyone in group must have AST1 training.
11) Try to maintain a certified First Aid/Emergency CPR ticket.
12) Do not leave sight of the group, always have someone watch you when climbing/riding etc.
13) Always park in a safe zone away from the run out if an avalanche were to occur.
14) Avoid travelling or parking in terrain traps no matter how big or small the hill.
15) When someone is riding/climbing on slopes, all others are off the hill parked in safe area.
16) When travelling through Avalanche terrain stop prior and assess. Travel one at a time to a safe area, using radios if needed around blind spots.
Determine how to minimize the exposure for the group throughout the day.
17) Always let someone know where your group is going for the day.
18) Practice rescues
19) Tell your family you love them.

Great thread SylvanLaker
teamti you make some really great points not only on this forum but on another forum as well. I would feel a lot more comfortable at times if more people in my group shared your wisdom. Maybe its time for new friends.

Rather then complaining about how the media are perceiving us we should be far more concerned about how to prevent this from happening again.