Elder Technical Rescue Services LLC
We are a veteran-owned business based in Delaware County, PA that specializes in technical rescue and occupational safety training and consulting services. Bill Elder founded the company in 2017 with the goal of making communities and workplaces safer. Today, our highly skilled and passionate team has over 300 years of combined experience.
We are an accredited Pennsylvania Department of Health EMS Continuing Education Sponsor and voluntarily follow ANSI/ASSP Z490.1 Criteria For Accepted Practices In Safety, Health And Environmental Training. Our training and consulting services are based on current national standards, such as ANSI Z117.1, ANSI Z359.2, NFPA 1006, NFPA 2500, and more.
Online Learning
We believe in making safety and rescue training available to as many people as possible. To that end, we offer several self-paced, online and blended learning programs available for enrollment 24/7/365. Click here to view them.
In-Person Training
We also offer a wide range of fully in-person training programs. Our most popular courses are our Rope Rescue Workshops, Wilderness Search and Rescue, and PA Fish and Boat Water Rescue Programs. Click here for more information.
Self-Assessment Tool
Our Technical Rescue Service Self-Assessment Tool is designed to help you determine your organization's level of compliance with NFPA 2500 (1670) and ultimately improve the level of service you provide to your community.
Open Enrollment
The following public classes are open for enrollment in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Click on the link for more details and to reserve your spot in each class.
Tower Rescue Operations
October 11, 2025
West Chester, PA
Rope Rescue Technician
October 23, 25, and 26, 2025
Swarthmore, PA
If you would like to attend any portion of an open enrollment class for a refresher, please contact us directly.
Meet the Team
Click here to learn more about us.
