The following advice is taken from an article in The Times (Saturday October 7 2006). Attend a Peak Leaders Ski or Snowboard Instructor Course and you will receive a two day avalanche awareness course.
 Never go alone
Have the right kit (probe pole, shovel, transceiver) and KNOW HOW TO USE IT!!
Check weather forecast and avalanche flags
Think twice about skiing steeper slopes after heavy snow.
Stay clear or large snow overhangs
Ski the slope one at a time
Do not linger anywhere exposed
Do not ski directly above other skiiers
Do not ski above large holes, gullies, cliffs or lakes
If in an avalanche, try to ski out of the side or stay on top of the sliding snow
If sucked under, try swimming, rolling or pushing off the ground to get on top
When the snow stops, make a final effort to force your way up
As it resets, carve a breathing space in front of your face
More details;
http://www.henrysavalanchetalk.com/main/general/avalancheFAQ.do
http://www.mountainawareness.com/
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