Mammoth Mountain
Host Department

You must read, and certify that you have read, the following safety topics in order to obtain shifts.

1. Remember, if you are sick, STAY HOME. Contact us through When I Work to cancel a shift.
   
   
2. Review and understand the lightning alert system used by Mammoth Mountain. If lightning is within 8 miles away, all lifts and activities will shut down until there has been at least 15 minutes of inactivity. When at the Mountain, pay attention to the radio to know if closures are imminent. Know thunderstorm protocols, including the patience to wait until Mountain Operations calls to reopen lifts before commenting to guests plans to reopen!
   
   
3. When out in the open during a thunderstorm, protect yourself by avoiding single trees and rock overhangs. Make yourself as small as possible if you are out in a field.
   
   
4. Sunscreen is critical all year long. If there is any chance you will be outside, always wear sunscreen on any exposed skin. Even better – wear protective clothing. Too many of our Hosts and Naturalists have suffered from sun damage, requiring even more diligence.
   
   
5. While riding your bicycle, follow the rules of the road or trail. Drivers are supposed to give you at least 3 feet of clearance but do not count on everyone following the law.
   
   
6. When riding Class 1 e-bikes on Mammoth Mountain’s bike trails, follow courtesy rules. Going uphill, e-bikes are required to yield to regular, pedal powered bikes. E-bike riders must wait to pass when allowed; common courtesy suggests slower riders should move aside for faster riders to pass, when it is safe, on single-track trails.
   
   
7. Drink plenty of water to counteract high altitude dehydration and slather on sunscreen on any exposed areas multiple times a day to avoid sun damage.
   
   
8. If there is wildfire smoke in our area, pay close attention to your reactions and do not overexert yourself or your guests when smoke is visible.
   
   
9. If you see something that seems out of place or odd, bring it up with others – “See Something, Say Something!” Inform Operations on your radio or on your phone by calling the emergency number, 760-934-0611.