What should you tell a parent who asks if their child should wear a helmet?

• A. Your child should wear a helmet because it's safer and because I do, if you'd like to educate yourself further on why a good resource is the NSAA website under 'lids for kids'
• B. Helmets are optional for young skiers
• C. Helmets are only needed on black runs
• D. Helmets are unnecessary

Answer: (A)

Safety first: head protection for young skiers is essential. Tell the parent their child should wear a helmet because it's safer, and because I wear one too to model safe behavior. Provide a credible resource for more information, such as the NSAA website under 'Lids for Kids', so they can read about why helmets matter and how to choose one. This communicates commitment to safety and avoids giving the impression that helmet use is optional or only for certain runs. Helmets are recommended for all ages and on all terrain; modeling the behavior and offering a reputable resource helps parents make an informed decision.