| Title |
Health and safety in ski-slope operations. |
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| Free Download |
Free pdf copy available (240 KB)  Click Here to view document. |
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| Author |
HSE |
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| Series Code |
INDG |
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| Series Number |
371 |
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| Publisher |
HSE Books |
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| Date of Publication |
2003 |
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| Length |
16 pages |
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| Stock Code |
INDG371 |
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| ISBN |
0717625982 |
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| Quantity Per Pack |
10 |
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| Notes |
leaflet. (10 copies per pack) INDG 371 IND G 371 NO HARD COPIES AVAILABLE |
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| Abstract |
This leaflet has been prepared in consultation with the British Ski Slope Operators Association and is aimed at those who own or operate skiing facilities. It provides basic information on the safe use of facilities for activities such as skiing, snowboarding and snowblading. Some parts of this leaflet deal with topics of particular relevance to artificial or natural snow slope facilities and other parts are relevant to all types of facilities. Contents: Introduction; Involvement of employees in health and safety management; Application of the HSW Act to private clubs; Legislation; Managing health and safety; Risk assessment; Employee tarining; Equipment hire; Workplace and welfare; Facility layout and access control; Skier ability on artificial slopes and management of artificial slope use; Slope construction, inspection and maintenance; Ski tow installation, operation and maintenance; Piste-grooming equipment; Welfare arrangements; First aid and emergency arrangements; Maintenance activities; Security; Accident reporting and investigation; Further reading; Acknowledgements; Further information. |
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| Keywords |
Guidance; Hazards; Natural slopes; Indoor slopes; Obstructions |
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