FIS Piste Rules

We have never seen an intentionally reckless approach to skibiking on the ski slopes of Europe and we feel sure the same applies in other parts of the world (discounting racing of course, a safe racer may well be a losing racer.) Even so, the information listed below courtesy of the "FIS" is sound advice and should be of interest to us all.


Consideration for others
Skiers and snowboarders must constantly behave in a manner, which can neither endanger or injure others.

Control of speed and style
Skiers and snowboarders must adjust their speed and style to their abilities, the terrain and the weather conditions.

Choice of line
Skiers and snowboarders coming from behind must select a line, which does not endanger those in front.

Overtaking.
Overtaking is allowed from above or below and from right or left, but must always be at a distance which allows full freedom of movement to the person being overtaken.

Obligations of the lower or traversing skier or snowboarder
Those skiers or snowboarders wishing to enter the run, or cross the piste, must ensure that this is possible without endangering themselves or others, by checking both above and below. The same applies after every stop.

Stopping on the slopes
Skiers and snowboarders must avoid non-emergency stops at narrow or blind spots on a run. Fallers must clear such spots as quickly as possible.

Ascents
Ascending skiers and snowboarders must keep to the edge of the run and leave in bad visibility. The same applies to those ascending on foot.

Observing the signs
Skiers and snowboarders must observe the markings and signs on the slopes.

Behaviour in the case of accidents
All skiers and snowboarders are obliged to help in the case of an accident.

Obligatory identification in the case of accidents/Accident reporting
All persons, whether witnesses or those involved, whether responsible or not, must identify themselves in the case of an accident.

When reporting an accident, prepare answers to the following questions:
Who is reporting the accident?
Where did the accident happen and from where is it being reported?
What has happened and when? Short description, number of persons injured, type of injury
Can a helicopter land and where?
What is the weather like in the accident area ? Bright or cloudy, cloud height, wind direction and strength, visibility in metres, snow type, ...

FIS-piste-rules for download
http://www.fis-ski.com/