Pennsylvania Water Rescue Instructors Association
The PWRIA is a consortium of certified water rescue instructors located throughout the commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The purpose of the assocation is to discuss mutual problems, share experiences, establish uniform standards in instruction of the water rescue programs, and offer support and recommendations to the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission. Our mission is to promote water and ice rescue training for fire and rescue department personnel.
Saving lives through education
Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission statistics for 2024:
221
3,055
Students Trained
Certified Instructors
4800+
Hours of Training
Officers
PWRIA offices
Training
The Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission's Water Rescue Curriculum
Awards
ProBoard
Team Typing (VRSR)
C. Calhoun Education Award
D. Martin Team Excellence Award
S. Ketterer Excellence Award
Interested in enhancing your emergency response skillset? Pursue a Rescue Technician – Surface Water certification to grow your hazardous response and equipment management skills.
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The voluntary Rescue Service Recognition (VRSR) program is intended to provide guidance and to develop recommendations for Pennsylvania swiftwater/flood evacuation.
Contact PWRIA
Get in touch for training inquiries and water safety information. We are here to assist you with all your water rescue needs.