Where the Skis Meet the Snow

In an article in the July 2023 issue of SAM (“That’s the Way We Do Things”), I highlighted the ski industry’s high occupational injury rate and the three most effective strategies I’ve observed that impact those numbers: engaged leadership; data-driven safety efforts; and measurable, shareable risk management plans. Here, we’ll get more granular by taking a look at some tangible programs and tactics that mountain resort leaders can implement to reduce occupational injury. 

Investing in line-level leadership, specific considerations for when, where, and how employees should ski and ride, and tips for employee incident review and follow-up are all important pieces of the puzzle.