Mountain Safety

Before you go, know the code. Get safety tips on the mountain, the terrain parks and the snow.

Your Responsibility Code:

Heads up

The slopes at Park City Mountain Resort can be enjoyed in many ways. You may see people using alpine, snowboard, telemark, cross country and other specialized ski equipment, such as that used by disabled 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 snow sports that common sense and personal awareness can help reduce. Observe the code listed below and share with other skiers and riders the responsibility for a great experience.

Always stay in control and be able to stop or avoid other people or objects.
People ahead of you have the right of way. It is your responsibility to avoid them.
You must not stop where you obstruct a trail, or are not visible from above.
Whenever starting downhill or merging into a trail, look uphill and yield to others.
Always use devices to help prevent runaway equipment.
Observe all posted signs and warnings. Keep off closed trails and out of closed areas.
Prior to using any lift, you must have the knowledge and ability to load, ride and unload safely.

KNOW THE CODE. IT'S YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
This is a partial list. Be safety conscious. Officially endorsed by:
NATIONAL SKI AREAS ASSOCIATION.

Warning

Snowcats, snowmobiles and snowmaking may be encountered on any run at any time.

Terrain Park Safety

Freestyle Terrain is becoming more popular at resorts and proper use is important . The National Ski Areas Association and Burton Snowboards have developed the "Smart Style" Freestyle Terrain Safety initiative, a cooperative effort to continue the proper use and progression of freestyle terrain at mountain resorts, while also delivering a unified message that is clear, concise, and effective.

The main points of Smart Style include:

Make a Plan
- Every time you use Freestyle Terrain, make a plan for each feature you want to use.
- Your speed, approach and takeoff will directly affect your maneuver and landing.
Look Before You Leap
- Before getting into freestyle terrain observe all signage and warnings
- Scope around the jumps first not over them
- Use your first run as a warm up run and to familiarize yourself with the terrain
- Be aware that the features change constantly due to weather, usage, grooming and time of day.
- Do not jump blindly and use a spotter when necessary
Easy Style It
- Know your limits and ski/ride within your ability level
- Look for small progression parks or features to begin with and work your way up.
- Freestyle skills require maintaining control on the ground and in the air
- Do not attempt any features unless you have sufficient ability and experience to do so safely
- Inverted aerials increase your risk of injury and are not recommended.
Respect Gets Respect
- Respect the terrain and others
- One person on a feature at a time
- Wait your turn and call your start
- Always clear the landing area quickly
- Respect all signs and stay off closed terrain and features

Be sure you Know the Code : Your Responsibility Code provides safety tips while on the slopes. Smart Style is a terrain park specific safety program that you should check out before using terrain parks.

For more information visit:

Or go to www.terrainparksafety.org/get-smart.asp for the "Freestyle Terrain Users Guide."

Slow Zones

Slow Zones are indicated in the Mountain Guide (trail map) and by on-slope signage. All guests are asked to slow down in the Slow Zones.

Sun Safety

For information on sun safety on the mountain visit:

Summit County Ordinances #91 & #110

Summit County Ordinance #91

This local county ordinance makes it illegal (a misdemeanor) to enter any area that is closed due to avalanche danger or that is closed for any other danger. Mountain Patrol will mark these closures with signs such as “Closed Avalanche”, “Closed”, “Closed Area Boundary” or similar designation. Rope lines may also be used, but are not required, to indicate a closed area. In avalanche areas where rope lines exist and access gates are provided, entry into the areas are only allowed through the gates when the gates are open and signage has been changed to indicate “open”. Note that when avalanche terrain is open there still remains risks inherent to such terrain and you need to follow safe skiing practices.

Summit County Ordinance #110

This local ordinance makes it illegal (a misdemeanor) to ski or ride in a reckless manner. This same ordinance also requires you to stop and render assistance (or summon assistance) in the case you are involved in a collision resulting in an injury. Also covered is the requirement for you to fully identify yourself to Mountain Patrol or another resort employee in the case of an injury collision. In the case where you might need to leave the injured person in order to summon assistance you must then identify yourself to Mountain Patrol or other resort employee before leaving the resort property.

Safety Videos

Watch a public safety announcement clip from the NSP.

Watch a public safety announcement clip from the PSIA and AASI.

Watch another public safety announcement clip from the NSP.

Alpine Coaster Safety

You are in control of your speed. The coaster is an operator controlled device which presents a risk of injury to you and others, for which you may be held responsible.
Follow the instructions of the starter.
DO NOT REMOVE YOUR SEATBELT unless instructed to do so by a uniformed Park City Mountain Resort employee.
DO NOT GET OUT OF THE CAR unless instructed to do so by a uniformed Park City Mountain Resort employee.
Keep both hands on the brakes at all times. Do not touch the track while in motion.
Keep your hands and feet inside the sled at all times. Passengers should keep both hands on the handle at all times.
Do not stop on the track.
Do not collide with other sleds.
When riding with a small child use extra caution. Drivers of sleds with passengers must be at least 18 years old.
The coaster may close due to inclement weather. Park City Mountain Resort makes no guarantees regarding operation or shutdown due to inclement weather.
Use your brake at the end of the coaster track to avoid sudden deceleration or stop.
If you are unfamiliar or unsure about the operation of the Alpine Coaster, please ask any uniformed Park City Mountain Resort employee for additional information.