Off-piste safety

1. Find out about avalanche conditions and risks

Before going off-piste, check the Bulletin d'Estimation du Risque d'Avalanche (BRA) published daily by Météo-France. This document provides essential information on :

- The level of avalanche risk (from 1 to 5)

- The orientation of slopes at risk

- The quality of the snow cover

- Weather forecasts

You can access these bulletins via the station information points and Météo-France mobile applications.

We also recommend that you contact the ski patrols for precise information on the avalanche risk and the state of the snow cover.

2. Never set off alone

Never go off-piste alone. Always ski in a group and let someone know your itinerary and expected return time.

3. Having the right equipment

The basic equipment required for any off-piste outing includes :

- DVA (Avalanche Victim Detector) : a transceiver for locating a buried person.

- Probe : a rigid pole to locate the victim precisely under the snow.

- Shovel : essential for quickly freeing a buried person.

- Helmet: protects against injuries in the event of a fall.

- Airbag (optional): increases the chances of staying afloat in the event of an avalanche.

Before setting off, test your avalanche transceiver, check the condition of the batteries and activate the transmit mode. Practise using this equipment regularly.

Training at Avalanche Park

At the top ofTransarc, you can practise using your equipment at the Avalanche Park. This area is dedicated to learning avalanche search techniques with a​​​​​​​ beacon. Accessible to all, it allows riders to use their own equipment to perfect their skills.