What steps and/or precautions I can take to reduce the risk factor?

Please help.
Thanks.

2 answers

Wear a helmet? (Do mountain climbers wear helmets?)
Make sure all mountain climbing equipment are in working order (such as not broken)
Don't mountain climb alone. Climb with a partner.

Can you think of anymore?
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