The right hand grasps the skis over the rear edges between the toe and heel section of the bindings. The skis are lowered gently to the ground. At the same time, the left hand grasps the handgrips of the poles and is brought back to the left side. Open and Close Ranks Same as FM 22-5 except that each rank takes double the distance. Second rank takes 2 steps forward.
Third rank stands fast.
Fourth rank takes 4 steps backwards. At the command SKIS, the skis are unstrapped with the left hand and the loose strap placed in the pocket. The ski poles are placed in the snow beside the left foot. After the inspecting officer has examined the running surfaces, the skis are rotated 180 to display the top surface. When the inspecting officer has passed, the skis are refastened and the position of Order Skis resumed.