 | Coiling excess rope around your body: Alternatives to butterfly coils – Tutorial (12/18)
3. 04. 2020 11:39:37
Excess rope can be stowed in coiled loops around the body instead of as a butterfly coil in a backpack. There is a guide to this in the video. You can find all the tutorials and quizzes on high alpine tour rope teams and rescue techniques in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB ICE: http://bit.ly/lab-ice_en... |
 | Anchors on ice: Building V-thread and ice screw anchors – guide – Tutorial (14/18)
3. 04. 2020 11:39:39
Ice screws and V-threads are secure anchors on a high alpine tour. You can find out how and when to use them in the next video. You can find all the tutorials and quizzes on anchors and more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB ICE: http://bit.ly/lab-ice_en... |
 | Victim search with transceiver – Tutorial (14/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:00:31
Transceiver search phases: signal search, coarse search & fine search Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-frThe search for avalanche victims using a transceiver takes place in three phases. Then comes probing and finally digging. The three search phases with the transceiver ar... |
 | Avalanche victim rescue – Tutorial (13/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:00:35
What to do in case of avalanche? Searching for buried victims Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-frWe of course try to identify and avoid avalanche-prone areas from the start. If an accident occurs, all involved must know exactly what to do and react quickly. It is essential ... |
 | Ski touring gear: ski equipment – Tutorial (7/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:00:38
Touring skis, skins etc Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-frThe equipment you need for a ski tour depends, among other things, on the type of tour, its duration, difficulty and conditions. But in any case, you will need the following basic equipment:... |
 | Ski touring gear: emergency equipment – Tutorial (8/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:00:41
What safety equipment to take on a ski tour? Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-frThe standard emergency equipment consisting of an avalanche transceiver (DVA = Detector of avalanche victims), shovel and probe is essential for any ski touring or backcountry outing outside sec... |
 | Managing avalanche risk: GKMR method – Tutorial (6/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:00:48
How to determine avalanche risk? The GKMR method Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-frThe GKMR method formalizes risk management in avalanche terrain and provides a structured framework to assess avalanche risk as accurately as possible. It answers the following four question... |
 | Assessing avalanche risk: 3x3 method – Tutorial (3/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:00:51
How to determine avalanche danger and risk? The 3x3 filter method Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-frThe 3x3 filter method is used to assess avalanche danger and make decisions. It considers the interactions between the following 3 factors:... |
 | Avalanches: Avalanche factors – Tutorial (2/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:00:55
Weather, snow cover & others: Which factors influence avalanche risk? Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-frAvalanches are caused by the interaction of different factors.... |
 | Types of avalanches & triggering mechanisms – Tutorial (1/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:00:59
What are the different types of avalanches and how do they trigger? Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-frAvalanches are primarily differentiated by their mechanics and triggering mechanism. The three types of avalanches relevant to skiers are:... |
 | Avalanches: the risk factors – Tutorial (2/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:01:02
Weather, snow cover & Co. Which factors influence avalanche danger? Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enThe factors contributing to avalanche formation are numerous. In this video you will discover more about the various factors influencing avalanche danger:... |
 | Avalanche types and how they form – Tutorial (1/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:01:06
What types of avalanches exist and how do they trigger? Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enThere are different types of avalanches, mainly classified based on their formation mechanics and triggering. The three most relevant avalanche types for winter sports practitioners a... |
 | Avalanche danger: the contributing factors – tutorial (2/16) (English)
28. 11. 2022 09:01:09
The weather, snowpack & more: Which factors influence avalanche danger? Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enAvalanches result from the interplay of various factors. In this video, youll find out more about the key factors that lead to an avalanche:... |
 | Avalanche types and their trigger mechanisms – tutorial (1/16) (English)
28. 11. 2022 09:01:13
What types of avalanche are there and how are they triggered? Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enAvalanches are differentiated and defines by their mechanics and triggering mechanisms. The following three types of avalanche are significant for winter athletes: ... |
 | The right way to perform an avalanche transceiver check – tutorial (11/16) (English)
28. 11. 2022 09:01:17
How do I perform an avalanche transceiver check on a ski tour? Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enThe avalanche transceiver check is an important, standard check that should be performed before all ski tours. This includes checking whether every group members avalanche tran... |
 | The correct way to shovel after an avalanche – tutorial (16/16) (English)
28. 11. 2022 09:01:24
The correct way to use an avalanche shovel Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enOf all the rescue phases, shoveling generally takes the most time. Although a well-practiced avalanche transceiver search will have determined the burial location within approx. 2 to 3 minutes and... |
 | Avalanche danger: the avalanche-forming factors – Tutorial (2/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:01:27
Weather, snowpack & Co.: Which factors influence avalanche danger? Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enAvalanches arise from the interplay of different factors. ... |
 | Avalanche types and their trigger mechanisms – Tutorial (1/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:01:30
What avalanche types exist and how are they triggered? Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enAvalanches are primarily differentiated and defined by their mechanics and trigger mechanism. The following three avalanche types are relevant for winter sports enthusiasts: ... |
 | How to use the probe – Tutorial (15/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:01:34
How do you use the probe for avalanche search? The correct method Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enFor probing to be quick and efficient, it is essential to proceed methodically, systematically probing the presumed burial spot according to a grid pattern with a distance o... |
 | Searching the buried with the avalanche transceiver – Tutorial (14/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:01:38
The search with the avalanche transceiver: signal, coarse and fine Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enThe search for the buried in avalanche takes place in three phases, followed by operations with the probe and shovel. The three search phases with the avalanche transceiver... |
 | Rescuing companions in an avalanche – Tutorial (13/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:01:42
How to behave in case of an avalanche? The search for the buried Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enThe best would always be to recognize and avoid avalanche terrain from the outset. If an avalanche should occur, however, all group members must know exactly what to do and a... |
 | Ski touring: the 5 avalanche problems – Tutorial (12/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:01:45
Fresh snow, wind-blown snow & Co. What are the avalanche problems? Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enLearn more about the five typical avalanche problems and how they differ: ... |
 | How to perform the A.R.T.V.A. check – Tutorial (11/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:01:48
How do you check the A.R.T.V.A. before setting off? Discover it on SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-itChecking the A.R.T.V.A., i.e., avalanche transceivers, is a very important standard operation that should be performed before every ski touring outing. The check allows verifying that all gr... |
 | Checking forecasts in the field – Tutorial (10/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:01:51
How to recognize avalanche danger? Discover it on SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-itAfter planning, you arrive at the starting point: here you need to check if the forecasts made during planning match the actual situation in the field, and if not, adjust the route. To do this, these questio... |
 | What you need: clothing – Tutorial (9/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:01:55
How to dress for ski touring? Discover it on SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-itThe right clothing for ski touring depends on various factors such as the type and length of the excursion, time of year, altitude and weather conditions. The best method is onion layering: instead of relying on ... |
 | What you need: emergency equipment – Tutorial (8/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:01:58
What emergency equipment is needed for ski touring? Discover it on SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-itThe standard emergency equipment consists of avalanche transceiver (A.R.T.V.A.), shovel and probe, and is essential for any route off the groomed pistes. Only then is it possible to provide ... |
 | What you need: ski touring equipment – Tutorial (7/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:02:02
Ski touring equipment: everything about skis, skins & Co. Discover it on SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-itThe equipment needed for ski touring also depends on the type, length and difficulty of the excursion, and the conditions present. But regardless of these aspects, some basic equipment... |
 | Risk management: the PCMR method – Tutorial (6/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:02:05
How do you determine avalanche danger? The PCMR method Discover it on SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-itThe PCMR method rationalizes risk management on avalanche terrain, providing a reference structure for the most accurate assessment possible. The method is based on four elements:... |
 | Assessment with the avalanche bulletin – Tutorial (5/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:02:09
How to read and interpret the avalanche bulletin? Discover it on SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-itTo assess avalanche danger, in addition to individual factors and topographic aspects, weather and snowpack conditions on site are crucial. The most important source of information on the snow... |
 | Route planning – Tutorial (4/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:02:11
How do you prepare for a ski touring trip? By planning the route Discover it on SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-itCareful route planning is essential for an adventurous but safe excursion. By assessing the avalanche situation and schedule before departure, you can rule out most potentially ... |
 | Avalanche danger: the 3x3 method – Tutorial (3/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:02:15
How do you assess avalanche danger? With the 3x3 filter method Discover it on SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-itTo assess avalanche danger and make sensible decisions, the 3x3 filter method is used, which analyzes and correlates the three factors:... |
 | How to dig in case of an avalanche – Tutorial (16/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:02:22
How to correctly use the avalanche shovel Discover it on SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-itOf all the rescue phases, digging is the one that usually takes the most time. If you are familiar with the A.R.T.V.A., it takes just 2 or 3 minutes to find the presumed burial point, and one minute o... |
 | The correct way to probe after an avalanche – tutorial (15/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:02:30
How do you use a probe after an avalanche? The correct way to probe Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enTo ensure probing runs as smoothly and efficiently as possible, you need to work systematically. The suspected burial location is searched in a grid formation with interva... |
 | Searching for burial victims using an avalanche transceiver – tutorial (14/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:02:33
The phases of an avalanche transceiver search: all about the signal search, coarse search & fine search Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enThe avalanche transceiver search has three phases. Then comes the probing and, finally, the shoveling. The three avalanche transceiver ... |
 | Companion rescue after an avalanche – tutorial (13/16) (English)
28. 11. 2022 09:02:36
What do I do in an avalanche emergency? Searching for burial victims Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enIdeally, you can identify and avoid terrain at risk of an avalanche from the start. If an avalanche accident nevertheless occurs, all participants must know exactly what ... |
 | On ski tour: the 5 avalanche problems – tutorial (12/16) (English)
28. 11. 2022 09:02:40
New snow, wind-drifted snow & more what avalanche problems exist? Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enLearn more about the five typical types of avalanche and how to differentiate between them: ... |
 | On ski tour: reviewing the plan & observing dangers – tutorial (10/16) (English)
28. 11. 2022 09:02:44
Which signs indicate avalanche danger? Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enOnce planning is complete, youre at the starting point of your ski tour. Now, all of the assumptions made during tour planning must be double-checked and, if necessary, altered. The following question... |
 | Ski touring equipment: clothing – tutorial (9/16) (English)
28. 11. 2022 09:02:50
Whats the best way to dress for a ski tour? Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enThe clothing you need for a ski tour depends on various factors, such as the length and type of the tour, the time of year, the elevation and the weather. A tried and tested method is the onion p... |
 | Ski touring equipment: emergency equipment – tutorial (8/16) (English)
28. 11. 2022 09:02:54
What emergency equipment will you need on a ski tour? Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enStandard emergency equipment comprises an avalanche transceiver, avalanche shovel and avalanche probe, and must be taken on all off-piste ski tours. In an emergency, only these items wi... |
 | Ski touring equipment: skiing equipment – tutorial (7/16) (English)
28. 11. 2022 09:02:57
Ski touring gear: all about touring skis, climbing skins & more Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enThe equipment youll need for a ski tour is determined by the type, length, difficulty and conditions of the tour, among other things. But no matter how and where youre traveli... |
 | Avalanche management using the DCMR method – tutorial (6/16) (English)
28. 11. 2022 09:03:01
How do you assess the avalanche danger? The DCMR method Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enThe DCMR method formalizes risk management in avalanche terrain and provides a structured framework for estimating the avalanche danger as accurately as possible. It involves answerin... |
 | Risk assessment using the avalanche bulletin – tutorial (5/16) (English)
28. 11. 2022 09:03:04
How do you read and interpret an avalanche bulletin? Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enIn addition to individual factors and topographic aspects, local weather and snow conditions play a particularly crucial part in estimating the avalanche risk. The avalanche bulletin is ... |
 | Preparing for ski tour: tour planning – tutorial (4/16) (English)
28. 11. 2022 09:03:06
How do you prepare for a ski tour? Tour planning Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enCareful tour planning is the foundation of a safe, exciting ski tour. By considering the avalanche situation and timing before setting out on a tour, you can largely exclude potentially dan... |
 | Assessing avalanche danger: the 3x3 filter method – tutorial (3/16) (English)
28. 11. 2022 09:03:11
How do you assess the avalanche danger? With the 3x3 filter method Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-enThe 3x3 filter method is used to help you estimate the avalanche danger and make decisions. It involves considering the following 3 factors and how they relate to each othe... |
 | Correctly shoveling after an avalanche – Tutorial (16/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:03:14
How to use the avalanche shovel correctly Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-frOf all rescue phases, digging usually takes the most time. While a well-conducted DVA search determines the presumed burial point in 2 to 3 minutes and probing gives a hit after 30 seconds to a min... |
 | Correctly probing after an avalanche – Tutorial (15/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:03:16
How to probe after an avalanche? The right approach Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-frTo make probing efficient and fast, it is essential to work methodically. The presumed burial zone is systematically probed every 30 centimeters approx. The 'grid' method has proven to be... |
 | The 5 typical avalanche situations – Tutorial (12/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:03:20
Fresh snow, blown snow & others - What are the typical avalanche problems? Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-frLearn more about the five typical avalanche problems and how to distinguish them:... |
 | DVA check procedure – Tutorial (11/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:03:23
How to perform the DVA check on a ski tour? Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-frThe DVA check, called 'DVA Check', is an important standard procedure to perform before every ski tour. The objective is to check if all group members have turned on their DVA, if it is functiona... |
 | Verification of assumptions & avalanche dangers – Tutorial (10/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:03:26
What are the warning signs of avalanches? Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-frAfter good preparation, you are at the starting point of the ski tour. Here, all assumptions made during planning must be verified and the route adjusted if necessary. The following questions are a... |
 | Ski touring equipment: clothing – Tutorial (9/16)
28. 11. 2022 09:03:29
How to dress for a ski tour? Learn more in the SAFETY ACADEMY LAB SNOW bit.ly/LAB-SNOW-frThe clothing you need for ski touring depends on various factors such as the type and duration of the tour, the season, altitude and weather. The layering principle has proven itself: instead of wearing thick c... |