Training/Avalanche Skills Training Level 1

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Contents 1 Description 2 Need 3 Sources 4 Funding 5 Material 6 Runnings 7 Reports

Description

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http://www.avalanche.ca/cac/training/ast/ast-1

The Avalanche Skills Training Level 1 Course will provide an entry-level decision-making framework that is based on the most advanced knowledge available. It is suitable for use by people with basic training and little experience.

In addition, the course will:

• Provide the prerequisite knowledge required for further avalanche training.
• Introduce and promote the Avalanche Skills Training Level 2 Course as the logical next step for gaining intermediate-level decision-making skills.

Objectives At the end of the course, students should be able to:

• Understand the basics of avalanche formation and release.
• Identify avalanche terrain.
• Know the steps required to plan and carry out a trip.
• Use the Avaluator™ as a decision-making tool in areas where trips are rated using the Avalanche Terrain Exposure Scale (ATES) and where Avalanche Danger Ratings and Avalanche Bulletins are available.
• Find resources for obtaining ATES terrain ratings if their trip is not rated.
• Find resources for obtaining Avalanche Danger Ratings and Avalanche Bulletins if these are not available.
• Use appropriate travel techniques in avalanche terrain.
• Carry out a companion rescue.
• Understand the limits of their training.

Minimum Classroom Time Requirement: A minimum of seven hours classroom time is required.

Minimum Field Time Requirement: A minimum of one day in the field is required.

Need

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Sources

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• Castle Mountain Resort
• http://www.avalanche.ca/training/providers

Funding

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• funding may be available under the Ground Search and Rescue Program (Specialized Technical)

Material

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Runnings

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• 2014-03-29 AST course
• 2012-02-25 CMR

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