Emergency Equipment - Ortovox S1 Mode D'emploi

You should check the
tour to ensure that it is complete and functional (e.g. avalanche trans-
ceivers).
Average time needed to free a person from a snow depth of approximately 1m:
Avalanche transceiver, probe + shovel
11 minutes
Avalanche transceiver + shovel
25 minutes
Only avalanche transceiver, hands, ski, snowboard
1–2 hours
EVERY MEMBER OF THE GROUP SHOULD HAVE
THE FOLLOWING BASIC EQUIPMENT:
Avalanche transceiver
Mere possession of an avalanche transceiver does not suffice. Each member
of the group must be familiar with his device and practise with it regularly.
(See www.ortovox.com for practice opportunities).
Avalanche shovel
Rescuing avalanche victims is only possible with a shovel.
Avalanche probe
A probe is required for fastest possible precise location with the pinpoint
search procedure.
First-aid kit
For administration of first-aid to the injured
Bivouac sack
Protects against hypothermia and can be used as a transport aid.
Supplemental equipment for added safety
Mobile phone for organizing professional help
Each member of the group has an avalanche transceiver on their person
and a shovel and probe in the backpack.
Decision-making strategies are necessary when planning a tour.
For more information contact the avalanche warning services and
Alpine organisations in your country.

EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT

The illustration shows the
effect of useful equipment in
rescuing an avalanche victim
from a depth of 1m.
on the day before the
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