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1)
1) Discuss winter sport safety, and show that you know
first aid for injuries or illnesses that could occur while
skiing or riding, including hypothermia, frostbite, shock,
dehydration, sunburn, fractures, bruises, sprains, and strains.
Tell how to apply sprints.
2)
2)
Explain why every skier or snowboarder should be prepared to
render first aid in the event of an accident.
3)
Explain the procedure used to report an accident to the local
ski patrol for the area where you usually ski or ride.
4) DO
EACH of the following:
a.
Tell the meaning of the Your Responsibility Code for skiers and
snowboarders. Explain why each rider must follow this code.
b.
Explain the Smart Safety Style safety program. Tell why it is
important and how it applies to skiers and snowboarders in
terrain pipes and parks.
c.
Explain the precautions pertaining to avalanche safety,
including the responsibility of individuals regarding avalanche
safety.
d.
Tell the meaning of the Wilderness Use Policy. Explain why each
skier and snowboarder must adopt this policy.
5)
Complete all of the requirements for ONE of the following
options: downhill (Alpine) skiing or cross-country (Nordic) or
snowboarding.
Downhill (Alpine) Skiing
a. Show how to use and maintain your own release bindings and
explain the use of two others. Explain the international DIN
standard and what it means to skiers.
b. Explain the American Teaching System and the basic
snow-skiing progression.
c. Name the major ski organizations in the United States and
explain their functions.
d. Discuss the five types of Alpine skis. Demonstrate two ways
to carry skis and poles safely and easily.
e. Explain the importance of strength, endurance, and
flexibility in downhill skiing. Demonstrate exercises and
activities you can do to get fit for skiing.
f. Present yourself properly clothed and equipped for downhill
skiing. Discuss how the clothing you have chosen will keep you
warm and protected.
g. Demonstrate how to ride one kind of lift and explain how to
ride two others.
h. Explain the international trail-marking system.
i. On a gentle slope, demonstrate some of the beginning
maneuvers learned in skiing. Include the straight run, gliding
wedge, wedge stop, sidestep, and herringbone maneuvers.
j. On slightly steeper terrain, show linked wedge turns.
k. On a moderate slope, demonstrate five to 10 Christies.
l. Make a controlled run down an intermediate slope and
demonstrate the following:
(1) Short-, medium-, and long-radius parallel turns
(2) A sideslip and safety (hockey) stop to each side
(3) Traverse across a slope
m. Demonstrate the ability to ski in varied conditions,
including changes in pitch, snow conditions, and moguls.
Maintain your balance and ability to turn.
Snowboarding
a. Discuss forward-fall injuries. Tell about prevention and
what action must be taken in the event of any type of injury or
accident.
b. Do the following:
(1) Show your ability to select the correct equipment for
snowboarding and use it for safety and comfort.
(2) Present yourself properly clothed and equipped for
snowboarding. Discuss how the clothing you have chosen will
keep you warm and protected.
c. Show how to use and maintain your own bindings, and explain
the use of the different binding methods. Explain the need for
leashes.
d. Discuss the four types of snowboards. Demonstrate how to
carry a snowboard easily and safely.
e. Demonstrate exercises and activities that will get you fit
for snowboarding.
f. Demonstrate how to ride one kind of lift and explain how to
ride two others.
g. Explain the international trail-marking system.
h. Demonstrate the basic principles of waxing a snowboard.
i. Do the following:
(1) On a gentle slope, demonstrate beginning snowboarding
maneuvers. Show basic ways to control speed and direction.
Include the sideslipping maneuver.
(2) On slightly steeper terrain, show traversing.
j. On a moderate slope, demonstrate an Ollie, a nose-end grab,
and a wheelie.
k. Make a controlled run down an intermediate slope and
demonstrate the following:
(1) Skidded, carved, and jump turns
(2) Stops
(3) Riding a fakie
l. Demonstrate the ability to ski in varied conditions,
including changes in pitch, snow conditions, and moguls.
Maintain your balance and ability to turn.
m. Name the major snowboarding organizations in the United
States and explain their functions. |