The first step to organize is the selection of the team leader, a scribe, a medic and a tailman / sweeper.

1. The team leader or leadman is selected according to his familiarity with the mountain and his leadership potential. He is given an almost absolute role in decision making on that climb. However, he should also be open-minded enough to accept suggestions, especially on decisions involving the safety of the climbing party.
2. The medic should have thorough knowledge of first aid techniques and should be assured of first aid qualification.
3. The scribe has the duty of documenting the details of the climb.
4. The tailman/sweeper has the responsibility of bringing up the rear. He should be self-contained and must know the trail.

The second part of the organization is subdividing the big group into smaller subgroups of five or six members. This facilities the sharing of shelter, food preparation and increases the safety factor. Each subgroup shall have a leader who is responsibilities for the management of his/her members.