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The National Ski Patrol, which includes more than 28,000 members, is a respected international organization. Snowboard and ski enthusiasts receive both emergency care and safety education from these trained rescuers. Some of the locations where these volunteers work are ski areas and backcountry areas, each of which are a place where skiers and snowboarders need to practice safe techniques and may need medical care in an emergency. National Ski Patrol units can be found at many resorts and ski areas in the country, making sure that each skier is safe.

Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) is one of the National Ski Patrols specialized units of trained volunteers. Through the program, rescuers are trained to deal specifically with outdoor trauma and medical emergencies and the unique issues that may arise with treating victims in these situations. Since hospitals or EMT services may be a hundred miles away or more, its important that OEC rescuers have extensive knowledge for dealing with emergencies in these situations. Some of the activities where OEC rescuers should be available are mountain climbing, rock climbing, river rafting, skiing and mountain biking. Because these activities involve dangerous risks and potential injuries, there are a number of medical emergencies with which the OEC rescuers may be called upon to help.

Every Outdoor Emergency Care rescuer has completed 80 hours or more of class time and intense study in order to become qualified. Training eligibility requires that all individuals be familiar with EMT practices or first aid. OEC training includes preparation for a wide variety of potential outdoor injuries that could occur, including high-altitude illness, frostbite, broken bones and other traumas. After completing their first training course, OEC rescuers are required to complete continuing education courses once every year.

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