Chairlift Safety
Chairlift safety is important to keep you and your family safe on the slopes during the winter season.
Stay Safe on the Slopes
Whether you’re a seasoned pro, a beginner, or parents heading out with young kids for the first time, we recommend you take a few minutes to review our top safety tips for keeping you and your family safe on the slopes this winter season.
![Chairlift_in_Whistler_BC-small_(1).jpg](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.contentstack.io%2Fv3%2Fassets%2Fbltdec2ded849740f4d%2Fbltb91a7d53800cb998%2F6388fb2cbb26e51c7b6747a7%2FChairlift_in_Whistler_BC-small_(1).jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Safety Over Selfie
Even though the view is picture perfect, when you're 70 feet above the ground, it's important to know that safety needs to come before selfies.
![Skiier_taking_selfie_on_chairlift-small.jpg](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.contentstack.io%2Fv3%2Fassets%2Fbltdec2ded849740f4d%2Fblt123f8ef3b93b6375%2F6388fc8e7c9d735fd6fa5a3c%2FSkiier_taking_selfie_on_chairlift-small.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
![Family_on_chairlift-small.jpg](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.contentstack.io%2Fv3%2Fassets%2Fbltdec2ded849740f4d%2Fblt57d70211ebb02ee0%2F6388fbfffa9d4632df8ca682%2FFamily_on_chairlift-small.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
T-bars and Conveyors
On your trip up the mountain, you may encounter conveyors such as a t-bar or a button pull. Here are a few quick tips for riding these conveyors safely:
- be on alert - these pulleys come around quickly to scoop you up. Keep an eye on the bar or button as it comes around the corner and be ready to grab hold;
- once aboard, stay standing for the entire ride. Relax and allow the lift to support you on your way up;
- keep your skis or snowboard moving straight along the track without weaving. If you fall, make sure to clear the track as quickly as you can; and
- unload only at the designated unloading area – do not get off before the “unload here” sign.