 Safety
At Ski Camp International safety is our number one priority. We are trained in safety procedures, including but not limited to, accident procedures, emergency communication process, mountain safety rules. All our staff members have been checked through the Criminal Records Bureau and have at least two references and recommendations to work with us on our camps. All medication that children bring with them is stored in a secure area and must be recorded on the medical form and handed to us at the time of registration, clearly labeled with instructions.
Emergencies
 Glacier Emergency procedure
 Slope Signs
The slopes in Hintertux are on high Alpine terrain and to a large extent on the glacier. The slopes on the glacier are secured by wooden poles with ropes stretched between them. The main rule is for the campers to never go beyond the marked boundaries.
Slopes and Rescue Service
The Slope and Rescue Service only monitors and checks slopes that are marked and open. There are emergency notification points at all lift stations in the skiing area!
Alpin5 - Paramedic Rescue Helicopter.
» The Paramedic Rescue Helicopter Alpin 5 is stationed approx. 1.25 miles from Tux to provide even faster and more secure emergency rescue. Emergency number: 0043-5287-8510
Other Emergencies
For other emergencies, the following medical facilities are available:
» Schwaz Hospital - Thirty Three miles from our Ski Camp location.
» Zillertal Sport Clinic - Six miles from our Ski Camp location.
Medical Insurance
All participants are required to carry personal medical insurance. Check your carrier to be sure if coverage is in effect while on vacation. Medical or dental treatment will be accessed in a reasonable amount of time at the nearest facility. Payment for treatment or emergency transport is the responsibility of your insurance company or family. For minor injuries we will provide the transportation by van.
Medical Forms
Before arriving in Austria it is necessary to complete a medical form for each child attending the camp.
This form is completely confidential and we encourage you to include every problem.
Please include on these forms everything which you believe could affect your child during their stay in Austria.
At Ski Camp International we treat any personal information with sensitivity and total confidentiality. |
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