Officers from Police Training Group and UIT finish specialised course on snow science, avalanche rescue, and

Eight officers from the Police Training Group and the Technical Intervention Unit (UIT) have completed a specialised course on mountain travel and safety, led by instructors from the School of Sports and Mountain Professions (EFPEM).

The programme, which ended in recent days, combined theoretical lessons with practical fieldwork to strengthen the participants' prior knowledge of snow science and meteorology. Officers practised safe movement across rugged terrain, avalanche intervention methods, and the operation of essential search-and-rescue tools such as avalanche transceivers (DVA), shovels, and probes.

During field exercises, trainees navigated multiple routes throughout Andorra, evaluating on-site elements like wind, temperature, landforms, and snowpack stability to identify the most secure paths. The curriculum also covered foundational mountaineering skills, rappelling procedures, and techniques for advancing with crampons and ice axes.

These abilities now enable the police to respond more safely and efficiently in mountainous settings, supporting both emergency operations in high-risk situations and introductory exercises for new recruits.

The partnership represents the first collaboration between the Police and EFPEM on mountain navigation, winter activities, and safety protocols, building on earlier joint efforts in sports training planning. Ongoing professional training continues to play a key role in advancing the force's expertise and operational effectiveness.