What to do in the event of a skiing accident?
Here's how to respond correctly:
1. Secure the accident site
Place your skis crosswise in front of the accident site.
2. Get an overview of the situation
Are more people involved?
3. Make an emergency call via the mountain railway
On the slopes, it is best to contact the mountain railway first, as they can coordinate the slope rescue service directly.
Hinterstoder-Wurzeralm: +43 7564 5275
4. Provide accurate information
Location, slope number, type of accident, number of injured persons, type of injury
5. Administer first aid and keep the injured warm
Overview of general emergency numbers:
| Situation | Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Ski slope rescue | +43 7564 5275 | Accidents on marked slopes |
| Mountain & skiing accidents / Alpine emergency number | 140 | Directly to mountain rescue - the most important number on the slopes |
| General emergencies | 112 | Euro emergency number - always works, even without your own network |
| Rescue / Ambulance | 144 | Medical emergencies |
| Police | 133 | Security-related incidents |
| Fire department | 122 | Fires, technical operations |
The 10 FIS Rules of the Slopes
1. Consideration for other skiers and snowboarders
Every skier and snowboarder must behave in such a way that they do not endanger or harm others.
2. Control of speed and skiing style
Every skier and snowboarder must ski within their field of vision. They must adapt their speed and manner of skiing to their ability and to the terrain, snow and weather conditions, as well as the density of traffic.
3. Choice of route
Skiers and snowboarders coming from behind must choose their route so as not to endanger skiers and snowboarders ahead of them.
4. Overtaking
Overtaking may be done from above or below, from the right or from the left, but always at a distance that allows the skier or snowboarder being overtaken sufficient space for all their movements.
5. Entering, starting, and skiing uphill
Every skier and snowboarder who wants to enter a run, start again after a stop, or turn or ski uphill must look up and down to make sure that they can do so without endangering themselves or others.
6. Stopping
Every skier and snowboarder must avoid stopping unnecessarily in narrow or blind spots on a run. A skier or snowboarder who has fallen must clear such a place as quickly as possible.
7. Ascent and descent
Skiers and snowboarders ascending or descending on foot must use the edge of the slope.
8. Observing signs
All skiers and snowboarders must observe the markings and signs.
9. Providing assistance
In the event of an accident, every skier and snowboarder is obliged to provide assistance.
10. Obligation to provide identification
In the event of an accident, every skier and snowboarder, whether a witness or a participant, whether responsible or not, must provide their personal details.
10 sledding rules
Stay safe off-piste!
1. Only sled on approved trails
Check whether the sledding hill is open and stay within the marked area.
2. Be considerate of others
Be nice to others! Sled safely without bumping into anyone.
3. Good equipment is important
Use a proper sled, possibly a helmet, and sturdy shoes.
4. Walk up on the right
Always walk up on the right-hand side and only cross the track where it is safe to do so.
5. Make yourself visible
If you need to warn someone or need help, shout or wave.
6. Ride safely
Ride slowly enough so that you can always stop. Keep your distance from others.
7. Do not stop in the middle of the sledding track
Meet at safe places until everyone is ready.
8. Do not sled on the ski slopes
Ski slopes are for skiers only – sledding there is dangerous and prohibited!
9. No dogs
Dogs can cause sledding accidents – please keep them on a leash.
10. No impairment due to alcohol or medication
Addictive substances impair your ability to react and reduce your ability to assess danger correctly.
