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Snowsports Safety >> Heads Up!
Heads Up!
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| In 2000, the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) launched the slope-safety
education campaign with the theme, “Heads Up!” to reinforce the importance of slope
safety education to guests at ski areas nationwide.
The cornerstone of the “Heads Up” slope safety education campaign is
promoting the “Your Responsibility Code,”
which includes the seven slope safety rules.
Two annual events have evolved from the “Heads Up” campaign.
National Safety Awareness Week and the National Kids’ Safety Poster Contest
(more information below).
Heads Up! Enjoy the slopes. Ski and Ride with care this season!!
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KIDS NATIONAL SAFETY POSTER CONTEST
NATIONAL SAFETY AWARENESS WEEK - January 17-23, 2009
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY CODE
Skiing can be enjoyed in many ways. At ski areas you may see people using alpine,
snowboard, telemark, cross country and other specialized ski equipment, such as
that used by disabled or other skiers. Regardless of how you decide to enjoy
the slopes, always show courtesy to others and be aware that there are elements
of risk in skiing that common sense and personal awareness can help reduce.
Observe the code listed below and share with other skiers the responsibility
for a great skiing experience.
- Always stay in control.
- People ahead of you have the right of way.
- Stop in a safe place for you and others.
- Whenever starting downhill or merging, look uphill and yield.
- Use devices to help prevent runaway equipment.
- Observe signs and warnings, and keep off closed trails.
- Know how to use the lifts safely.
KNOW THE CODE. IT'S YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
This is a partial list. Be safety conscious.
Officially endorsed by: NATIONAL SKI AREAS ASSOCIATION.
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