Rips Safety Training & Consulting

01/26/2026

RIPs Safety Training & Consulting is excited to share the news about our two new Instructors that have joined the RIPs Safety crew, each bringing their own experience and instructional knowledge to the group.

Next we are excited to introduce EMT Dwayne Leblanc to our team!👨‍🚒

Dwayne brings over three decades of experience in emergency services, most notably through his long and distinguished career with Dow Chemical’s Emergency Services Department. Throughout his time at Dow, he became a trusted leader in industrial firefighting, hazardous materials response, emergency preparedness, and incident command, helping shape a safer and stronger response culture for everyone around him.

His commitment to service doesn’t stop at the plant gates. Dwayne has spent years in the volunteer fire service, working his way up through the ranks and earning the respect of every firefighter who has served beside him. His dedication to training, mentoring, and supporting the next generation of responders has made a lasting impact on departments across the region.

With certifications including EMT, HazMat Technician, and NIMS, Dwayne brings both experience and professionalism to every scene. His passion for helping others and his deep understanding of emergency operations make him an incredible asset to our team.

Please join us in welcoming Dwayne LeBlanc — we’re proud to have him on board and look forward to the expertise, leadership, and heart he brings with him.

01/26/2026

RIPs Safety Training & Consulting is excited to share the news about our two new Instructors that have joined the RIPs Safety crew, each bringing their own experience and instructional knowledge to the group.

First, we are excited to introduce Paramedic Chad Davis🦸‍♂️:

Chad brings more than 30 years of EMS experience, leadership, and operational expertise from across the Louisiana Bayou Region.

Chad spent over three decades with Acadian Ambulance, serving as an Operations Supervisor where he coordinated crews through hurricanes, major incidents, and daily emergency responses with steady, reliable leadership. His deep understanding of field operations and regional emergency preparedness makes him an incredible asset to any public safety mission.

One of Chad’s greatest strengths is his extensive background as an EMS instructor. Through his work with previous agencies, he has trained and mentored many EMRs and EMTs, helping shape the next generation of responders. His ability to teach, coach, and develop new talent brings tremendous value to our team — strengthening our internal training, elevating our standards, and ensuring our people are prepared for whatever comes their way.

Stay tuned for exciting RIPs news about our new and revamped Hybrid Initial EMT course to launch very soon🤫🤫🤫🤫

We’re excited to have Chad on board. His experience, professionalism, and passion for developing courses as well as others will play a key role in advancing our mission and supporting the communities we serve.

01/25/2026

Rips Safety Training and Consulting is incredibly proud to have spent the last two weeks working with the dedicated men and women of the Thibodaux Fire Department, Thibodaux Police Department, and the Franklin Fire Department. 🚒🚓
These first responders proved they have exactly what it takes to be top-tier EMRs. To wrap up their training, they tackled a simulated Mardi Gras parade route incident today, demonstrating exceptional skill, quick thinking, and deep knowledge under pressure. 🎭🚑
Congratulations to everyone involved—our community is in great hands!

01/21/2026

We are incredibly proud of the turnout at our recent Human Trafficking Awareness training sponsored by Rips Safety Training and Consulting.

This wasn’t just a seminar; it was a gathering of front-line responders committed to seeing what is often "hidden in plain sight." Special Thanks to Suh Hughart for the great course. Also a special Thanks to the Terrebonne Parish District Attorneys Office for their presentation as well as the Louisiana Department of Health and the Healthcare Coalition for assisting with logistics to host such a large group.

The Reality:

Human trafficking is a multi-billion dollar criminal industry, and it isn’t just happening "somewhere else"—it is happening in our own communities.

• The Healthcare Connection: Research shows that up to 88% of trafficking victims interact with a healthcare professional while they are being exploited. These medical encounters are often the only time a victim is away from their trafficker.

• The Law Enforcement Edge: Proactive identification through a victim-centered approach is the key to moving from "missing persons" cases to successful "trafficking interventions."

A massive thank you to the 60+ individuals and 20 different agencies from both Law Enforcement and Healthcare who attended. Your willingness to learn the red flags and build cross-agency partnerships is what will ultimately save lives.

Together, we are making our community a harder place for traffickers to operate.

My apologies to any agency I forgot to mention or tag.

01/15/2026

Upcoming EMT & Paramedic Refreshers:

EMT Refreshers:

1.) February 28 & March 1
2.) March 2 & March 3

Paramedic Refresher:

1.) February 28, March 1, March 21, March 22 (Must attend all four days)

To register for the course or for more information, visit our webpage and the courses/register for a course tab.

Learn essential life-saving skills and protocols from expert instructors. Book your course today and equip yourself with the knowledge and confidence to respond effectively to emergencies. Your safety and the well-being of others are our top priorities.

01/04/2026

Any Healthcare professionals, EMS, Fire, nurses or Law enforcemnet looking to take advantage of an excelent free training?? Seats are filling fast!!

This essential course is designed to equip healthcare and law enforcement with critical skills to identify victims of human trafficking.

12/23/2025

10/28/2025

A huge shoutout to the amazing team at Triton Stone Group in San Antonio, Texas!

The RIPS Safety Training and Consulting crew had a fantastic time conducting a CPR and First Aid course with them last week.

We were overly impressed with their attentiveness and incredible willingness to learn these vital, life-saving skills!

By investing in this training, Triton Stone Group is taking a proactive step to ensure the safety and well-being of their employees and customers.

Knowing how to respond in an emergency is a skill we hope they never have to use, but one that could make all the difference!

Thank you, Triton Stone Group, for prioritizing safety and choosing RIPS Safety Training and Consulting! We're proud to partner with companies dedicated to a safer workplace. 💪

09/25/2025

Acadian Ambulance has returned to normal 911 call service.

Residents may resume calling 911 to reach Acadian Ambulance for emergencies.

09/18/2025

With the September 30, 2025 EMR expiration date quickly approaching, we're getting a lot of questions. Here are some of the most common ones and their answers to help you with the renewal process.

"I took my refresher last year, but my EMR is set to expire this year. What do I do?"
If you've completed all of your required continuing education hours, you're all set! Simply log in to the Bureau of EMS website, select the option to "RENEW" your license, and follow the prompts in the application.

"I'm taking my refresher course between now and September 30. Will my license renew in time?"
Yes, it will! As long as you complete the required training, submit your application, and are approved and affiliated with your agency, your license will be renewed.

The Bureau of EMS is receiving hundreds of applications daily and has limited staff to process them. We ask for your patience as they work tirelessly to complete these applications. As long as your training is done before the September 30 deadline, you will be fine.

If you need any assistance or have questions about the application process, please don't hesitate to contact our office. Please do not message our page as it is not constantly monitored.

09/11/2025

🇺🇸 Today, we pause to remember and honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001. We will never forget the courage of the first responders, the strength of the survivors, and the resilience of our nation in the face of tragedy.

Let us stand united in remembrance and gratitude.