FIS Rules

Rules of Conduct for Skiers and Snowboarders

1. Consideration for Other Skiers and Snowboarders
Every skier and snowboarder must behave in such a way that they do not endanger or harm others.

2. Control of Speed and Manner of Skiing
Every skier and snowboarder must ski with a clear view of the path ahead. They must adapt their speed and manner of skiing to their ability and to the terrain, snow and weather conditions, as well as the density of traffic.

3. Choice of Route
A skier or snowboarder approaching from behind must choose their route in such a way that they do not endanger skiers or snowboarders ahead of them.

4. Overtaking
Overtaking may be carried out from above or below, from the right or from the left, but always at a distance that leaves the overtaken skier or snowboarder enough room for all their movements.

5. Entering, Starting and Moving Uphill
Every skier and snowboarder entering a slope, starting again after stopping, or moving uphill by turning or skiing must check uphill and downhill to ensure they can do so without endangering themselves or others.

6. Stopping on the Slope
Every skier and snowboarder must avoid stopping unnecessarily at narrow or blind sections of a slope. A skier or snowboarder who has fallen must clear such a section as quickly as possible.

7. Climbing and Descending on Foot
A skier or snowboarder climbing or descending on foot must use the edge of the slope.

8. Respect for Signs and Markings
Every skier and snowboarder must observe all signs and markings.

9. Assistance
In the event of an accident, every skier and snowboarder is obliged to provide assistance.

10. Identification
Every skier and snowboarder, whether a witness or involved in an accident and whether responsible or not, must provide their personal details in the event of an accident.