Emergency Equipment - Ortovox d3 Instrucciones De Uso

You should check the
day before the tour to ensure that it is complete and functional
(good, working batteries for the avalanche transceivers).
Average time required to free a person buried at a depth of
approximately 1m under the snow
Avalanche transceiver, probe + shovel
11 minutes
Avalanche transceiver + shovel
25 minutes
Only avalanche transceiver, hands, ski, snowboard
1–2 hours
The graphic shows in detail how usable complete and functional equipment
are effective in the rescue of an avalanche victim at a depth of 1m
EVERY MEMBER OF THE GROUP SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING BASIC EQUIPMENT:
Avalanche victim search device (avalanche transceiver)
Mere possession of an avalanche transceiver does not suffice.
Each member of the group must be familiar with his device and practice
with it regularly. (See www.ortovox.com for practice opportunities).
Avalanche shovel
Rescuing avalanche victims is only possible with a shovel.
Avalanche probe
A probe is required for fastest possible precise locating with the pinpoint
search procedure.
First-aid kit
Bivouac sack
Protects against hypothermia and can be used as a transport aid
Supplemental equipment for added safety:
Mobile phone – for organizing professional help.
Each member of the group has an avalanche transceiver on their person,
and a shovel and probe in their backpack.
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EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT

For administration of first-aid to the injured
on the