March Break is here and that means thousands of people will be crowding the ski slopes around the region.
In addition to the skiers, officials from the TSSA or Technical Standards and Safety Authority will be hitting the slopes armed with information and advice on how skiers can keep safe on the lifts.
Bernadette Celis is a Public Education Advisor with TSSA and says more than 80 per cent of ski lift incidents or injuries are rider related and not a result of any mechanical problems.
She says its the skiers not following the safety rules for riding the lift that results in them creating a dangerous situation.
Celis says the most important rule to follow is ensuring the skier lower the safety bar once they get on the lift, and raising it before its time to get off.
She says this is especially important for parents or caregivers looking after youngchildren who may have a more difficult time getting on the chair lift.
Celis says all loose clothing should be tucked in so it cant get caught on the lift and the youngsters should sit well back on the chair so they are not leaning forward.
She also says skiers can be reassured that the equipment they are riding on is very safe.
Celis says the TSSA inspects the lifts several time a year, plus the resorts inspect the lifts every day before they open for skiing.