Reply #85: Actually, the qualifications of ski patrol members vary. There is no

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national standard in the U.S. and I haven't heard of one in Canada either. That is yet another problem with safety at ski resorts.

But here's an example. Are you going to claim that these volunteers have medical training equivalent to a ambulance medic? There is no way these volunteers are qualified to sign an AMA form.

http://www.northstarattahoe.com/info/ski/employment/volunteer.asp

Below are the minimum qualifications to become a Mountain Safety Volunteer Guide:
Each individual must become a member of the National Ski Patrol Host organization. To sign up please visit www.nsnsp.org.
Commit to volunteering for at least four-teen days during the season on the designated weekends/holidays. Designated days include all Friday, Saturday, & Sunday starting on December 13th until April 15th. The peak holiday periods include all days starting Sunday, December 21, 2008 through Sunday, January 4, 2008.
Must possess current credentials, or attend provided training to attain the proper credentials. Minimum certification include: NSP's Outdoor First Care or equivalent. Examples of equivalent certifications include American Red Cross Basic First Aid, Cross First Aid, Standard First Aid, or First Aid Basics, American Safety and Health Institute Basic First Ail, National Safety Council First Aid or Standard First Aid or a credentialed Responder.
Must be an intermediate or above skier or rider.
Must have great communication skills and enjoy working with the public in an outdoor environment.