Uploaded June 2016 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Even with careful planning and navigation, an avalanche can still happen. In this video you will learn what to do if an avalanche occurs and how to get yourself and your peers out safely. This is just an introduction to avalanche rescue techniques and taking an avalanche course is highly recommended.

0:40 Triggering an avalanche - what does it feel like?
1:50 Have a plan
2:48 Using your transceiver in a search
5:27 Using your probe in a search
6:09 Digging and rescue
7:30 Apply First Aid

For a safer experience in the mountains, we recommend you finish the other videos in this series, explore our online Avalanche Training Module and attend an alpine skills course.

Find out more - avalanche.net.nz | mountainsafety.org.nz

Online Avalanche Training Module - bit.ly/AvoCourse

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