New free online training for avalanche awareness in Scotland's mountains
A new online avalanche awareness training initiative has been launched by The Snow and Avalanche Foundation of Scotland (SAFOS).
The winter safety initiative is being supported by member organisations Mountain Training Scotland and Glenmore Lodge.
It is aimed at helping individuals making critical decisions in the winter mountains.
The free digital version of the ‘Be Avalanche Aware’ planning tool will enable hill walkers, climbers, mountaineers and skiers to be more aware of the avalanche risks and the factors that influence their planning and journey decision making.
Olly Stephenson, chair of SAFOS, said: “We know that the key to avalanche avoidance lies in the decisions that get made along the way.
"We are delighted to be able to offer this free online learning tool to support people in their planning and journeys.
"This initiative continues our work from the now established Be Avalanche Aware tool and will further support an area of decision making that needs structure and insight.
"With the right planning and choices, Scotland’s winter mountains will offer a lifetime of reward.”
SAFOS represents a diverse range of organisations with interests and expertise related to snow and avalanches in Scotland.
It is the leading body of its kind within the UK and facilitates unique collaboration opportunities between independent members, outdoor bodies, academic institutions, and forecast services.
The online eLearning avalanche awareness training can be accessed here
