Lift Evac Process/Protocol Guide
Assess (Phase 0)
4 min: Notify Patrol Base
- Base to monitor Ch.1; listen for mechanic dispatch
5 min: Notify Lift Maintenance
(if not already done)
- If lift maintenance is not available, notify resort management (MOD)
10 min: Stranded Staff
| # of staff | Tower # | Chair | SP / MS |
|---|---|---|---|
WAIT FOR INSTRUCTION FROM RESORT MANAGEMENT
Standby (Phase 1)
On order from Resort Management- Establish communication network (ch 2)
- Designate Evac Supervisor
- All available personnel to Top Duty
- Assemble evac teams
- Break evac bag seals
- Belayers put on harnesses
- Reposition resources as needed
Deploy (Phase 2)
On order from Resort Management- Teams deploy to assigned spans and STANDBY
- Teams report "in position"
- Evac Supervisor notifies Resort Management when ready
Evacuate (Phase 3)
On order from Resort Management- Lift power lockout: Evacuation Supervisor MUST hear and POSITIVELY acknowledge that the lift has been locked out before starting by the Lift Supervisor
- Order evacuation
- Each team reports confirmation
- Begin evacuation
- Mountain Safety: Record the name, address, phone, chair number and time of guest evacuation
- 10 minutes updates to management
- Evacuation Supervisor: Direct final check of all chairs and sweep of the area; obtain “all clear” confirmation
Post Evacuation (Phase 4)
On order from Resort Management- Data compiled to management
- Debrief and repack gear
- Note any damaged or missing gear to Evacuation Supervisor