Dangers Fear nothing except fear itself. Still, there are some if's and but's to this golden rule. You can do a lot to minimize the statistics for yourself. First of all, no mountain is safe. The Mount Blanc area suffers hundreds of deaths every year.
All mountains are unpredictable and sometimes terribly unforgiving to negligence.
Always have the last word on your safety. Even if you join a commercial expedition, you can t count on anyone in a dangerous situation. It s very healthy to take control of your own gear, oxygen and climbing decisions. To turn around allows for new attempts. It s wiser to fail than to die.