The avalanche warning team is responsible for issuing the avalanche bulletin and other products relating to the snow and avalanche situation. Their other duties include

• Operating and maintaining the network of SLF observers
• Hosting the SLF training courses on snow and avalanches for members of the avalanche safety authorities and SLF observers
• Basic and advanced training for experts and multipliers
• Recording the snow and avalanche situation, as well as avalanche accidents, in winter and accident reports
• Collaborating in national and international organisations, including KAT, ICAR and EAWS
• Collaborating in the national consortium of natural hazard warning agencies (MeteoSwiss, FOEN, WSL/SLF, SED) and with other partners and clients
• Managing projects to refine products and services
• Contributing to research projects

During the winter the 8 avalanche forecasters are assisted by two interns seeking work or post-graduate experience. Candidates are invited to apply for these posts in the spring.