UIAA Recommendations to Reduce EMI in Avalanche Transceivers
Confirming or denying what you already do in practice; the UIAA released recommendations for minimizing electromagnetic interference in avalanche transceivers.
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UIAA Avalanche Rescue Shovel Standards
We could, but we won’t shovel a heap full of BS your way and tell you any shovel is a worthy avalanche shovel in a rescue scenario. It’s one thing to have a tool worthy enough to shovel a dainty amount of snow into the WindBurner for the night’s tea, and a whole different dimension regarding a shovel used as an active rescue tool. There’s no cutting corners when digging a partner out.
In 2018, the International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation (UIAA) published safety standards for “avalanche rescue shovels.”
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The UIAA and Avalanche Transceiver Standards
Some people cringe at the thought of oversight, others exhale with relief. Considering the gear we rely on for safe mountain travel, oversight is often a good thing. Climbers, mountaineers, and alpinists are likely familiar with the UIAA stamp of approval on much of their gear. The International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation, or UIAA, helps set safety standards for equipment like climbing ropes, harnesses, and helmets. Recently, they adopted safety standards for avalanche rescue probes and shovels. In the future, expect the UIAA to establish standards for avalanche transceivers too.
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