About Us
Providing training for elevator code compliance nationwide…
Chris Strawn
More than 30 years of experience in all aspects of the elevator industry, and sits on several code‑making committees with ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers).
Mr. Strawn is a Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI), and in addition to code research and elevator expert witness services, also provides continuing education to the elevator industry for renewal of credentials associated with QEI, CET (Certified Elevator Technician), and Certificate of Competency (CC), required around the US and the Territories.
Lee Rigby
Primarily provides elevator expert witness services, but is also known for his teaching. He assists with classes ranging from traditional CEUs to test preparation for those about to certify.
With over 40 years of experience in the industry, Mr. Rigby is considered an expert in elevator laws, rules, and codes, as well as the purpose and operation of specific elevator components. Mr. Rigby was former Chair of the CET program committee with NAEC and holds dual QEI qualifications.
Emilie Strawn
Charged with our day-to-day administration and ensuring all our training needs are met. She communicates with certifying authorities for QEI, CET, and multiple jurisdictional (AHJ) authorities around the country, to ensure our registrations are up to date. Emilie manages our website, including our registrations and classes page, all on-line payments, and communications involved with issuing and reporting CEUs to AHJs.
Recognized by NAESA International
ESTS has been recognized by NAESA International for sponsoring the Elevator Industry Safety Summit.
Training for facilities and emergency personnel
Curriculum designed to help facilities provide safe and reliable vertical transportation to the riding public, and to comply with governing codes. The courses we offer include:
- Presentations and demonstrations needed to safely interact with all elevator-related equipment, including passenger elevators, freight elevators, special personnel elevators, escalators, and moving walks
- Manuals and logs necessary to comply with code requirements, and familiarization with record-keeping and reporting procedures as required
- Registration of properly trained attendees
Elevator Emergency Evacuation
Providing training for emergency personnel and on-site personnel to assist emergency personnel. Includes registration of qualified personnel as required, demonstration of rescue techniques, and logs as required.
Firefighters’ Emergency Operation
Providing training for emergency personnel and on-site personnel to assist emergency personnel. Includes registration of qualified personnel as required, demonstration of rescue techniques, and logs as required.
Escalator & Moving Sidewalk Start-Up
Providing training for emergency personnel and on-site personnel to assist emergency personnel. Includes class presentation and logs, proper operation and start-up procedures as required by code, and registration of qualified personnel as required.
We also provide required training to assure that all persons using Special Purpose Personnel Elevators understand and comply with proper rescue procedures, and training on the proper procedures for clearing the exterior of transparent car enclosures or transparent hoistway enclosures, as required by code.