The ski patrol from Thredbo Ski Resort in NSW, Australia drew inspiration from those inflight safety videos we all sit through on the tarmac before takeoff and produced this short informational video discouraging skiers and snowboarders from ducking ropes. While they call it a “zero tolerance policy” they actually don’t cancel your pass until after the second infraction. Remember folks, while closed terrain might seem tempting, it is never a good a idea to disregard signage while skiing:
Your safety is Thredbo’s number one priority. It is our goal for each day here at Thredbo to be a positive and safe experience for everyone on the mountain. When you’re on the mountain, keep an eye out for our Ski Patrol in winter and Bike Patrol in summer who are on hand to attend to any incidents.
Skiing & Snowboarding
ALPINE RESPONSIBILITY CODE:
Skiers/snowboarders must observe the Alpine Responsibility Code and ski/ride in a safe manner at all times. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of skiing/snowboarding privileges.
OBSERVE THE CODE AND SHARE WITH OTHERS THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR A GREAT EXPERIENCE“
- Know your ability and always stay in control and be able to stop and avoid other people or objects. It is your responsibility to stay in control on the ground and in the air.
- If you wish to take lessons, do so only from our trained staff, who are qualified to do so.
- Use appropriate protective equipment to minimise the risk of injury.
- Before using any lift you must have the knowledge and ability to load, ride and unload safely and always use the restraining devices.
- Observe and obey all signs and warnings. Keep off closed trails or runs.
- Give way to people below and beside you on the hill. It is your responsibility to avoid them.
- Do not stop where you are not clearly visible from above. Look uphill and give way to others when entering/exiting a trail or starting downhill.
- Always ensure your equipment is in good condition and use suitable restraining devices to avoid runaway skiing/boarding equipment.
- Do not ski, board, ride a lift or undertake any other alpine activity if your ability is impaired by drugs or alcohol.
- If you are involved in, or witness an accident or collision, alert Ski Patrol, remain at the scene and identify yourself to the Ski Patrol.
To maximise safety for staff, customers, property and equipment, we prohibit the unauthorised operation or use of any remotely piloted aircraft or any form of aerial drones (whether by recreational or commercial users) within the Resort area without our approval.
ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY
To keep everyone safe, there is a strict new zero-tolerance policy for skiers and snowboarders who ignore signs or duck ropes. On your first warning, your pass will be paused for 7 days and on your second warning, your pass will be cancelled for the remainder of the season. This applies to season pass holders and day pass holders.
