COVID-19 News and Resources

The COVID-19 Situation is rapidly evoloving and there is a lot of uncertainty about the season ahead. This page is regularly updated with:

International and local Health Authority Information on how to look after yourself, friends and family
Ski Industry responses
News about the APSI's response to COVID-19

Since the situation is so dynamic all items are dated and only correct at the time of writing.

The APSI continues to monitor the situation surrounding COVID-19. We understand you may have numerous questions regarding courses and exams and the upcoming season in general. As your questions arise, we will endeavor to answer them.
We continue to follow recommendations and guidelines of our government agencies, your health and safety and the health and safety of our communities, family, friends and co-workers continues to be our highest priority.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) FAQ - Updated 08/05/2020

Please click below to read the FAQ

Where can I find more information on COVID-19?

www.australia.gov.au

My certification is expiring this year and I need to do a resit/recall. What can I do in the event of no season?

In the event we are not able to get on snow this season, you will be able to do a Home Study Recall and delay your on-snow portion until next season. Please contact the office apsi@apsi.net.au for more information.

Is the APSI office open?

Our APSI office staff are working from home most days as part of our response to COVID-19 and community safety. From Monday the 11th of May, the APSI office will be attended Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, though our staff will be working under strict COVID-19 procedures which will require office visits to be by appointment only. Please contact us to make an appointment.

How can I contact the APSI office during this time?

All our office staff are still working. You can email apsi@apsi.net.au or call the office on 02 6456 1255

When are the dates going to go up on the website to book courses and exams for the season?

Please understand, this is unchartered waters we all find ourselves in. We are working hard to get this information to you and will inform members when updates become available

Will the APSI extend the amount of time to do a resit if the season doesn't go ahead?

The discipline Technical Directors are currently working on this

What happens to membership if I have paid for 2020 and the season does not happen?

The APSI Board of Management are meeting on a regular basis regarding decisions such as this one. We will inform members when these updates become available.

#protectOurseason - Download the App

| 10:Apr:2020

Like you we desperately want the lifts to turn this winter. One way we can all assist is to download the COVIDSafe app and encourage those in our networks to do so as well.

Information release from the Australian Snowsports Industry on COVID-19

| 20:Mar:2020

An important message from the Australian Snowsports Industry 20th March

APSI Monitoring CoronaVirus (Covid-19)

| 18:Mar:2020

The APSI are Monitoring Coronavirus (Covid-19) 16th of March