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 Study route details beforehand, noting any particular difficulties and the time needed to complete the route. Do not overestimate your abilities, and make sure you can safely reach your destination before nightfall.

 On a full day’s walk carry food (and emergency rations such as chocolate or dried fruit), and at least one litre of liquid per person to avoid dehydration.

 Leave details of your planned itinerary and expected time of return with a responsible person. If staying in huts, enter details in the visitors’ book provided.

 Be vigilant when crossing wet rocks, scree, snow patches and mountain streams. If your route is safeguarded with fixed ropes or chains, ensure they have not worked loose before using them.

 Do not stray onto glaciers unless you are with experienced companions and have the necessary equipment and knowledge to deal with crevasse rescue. Keep away from icefalls and hanging glaciers.

 Avoid dislodging stones onto others below.

 Never be reluctant to turn back in the face of deteriorating weather or if the route becomes hazardous. In the event of your being unable to reach your expected destination, try to send a message to avoid the rescue services being called out.