Jason LaCrosse, MS, GSP, WCP, CFI

Experience

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  US Army

  Dec 1992 - Jan 2014

  UH-60/EC-145 (LUH) Instructor Pilot

  Aviation Instructor Pilot/Pilot-In-Command/MEDEVAC InstructorI taught, observed, and mentored U.S. Army MEDEVAC / Air Assault units and NATO country MEDEVAC /Air Assault units’ operations in a realistic, simulated combat environment.I served as Instructor Pilot for 26 Rated Aviators, responsible for teaching day, night with NVG, instruments performing annual check-rides and academic evaluations.I provided guidance on the Occupational Safety Health Act, Occupational Safety and Health issues including operations, storage, handling, transportation, and use of hazardous materials to include ammunition, radioactive materials, lead-based paint and asbestos.Division Manager/Platoon Leader/Instructor Pilot / Safety ManagerI operated the UH-60 a complex multi-engine rotary wing aircraft and flight simulators, instructing and evaluating rated aviators in flight maneuvers and task that includes contact, tactics, instrument flight, night unaided and night vision goggle procedures.I was selected over 20 other Officers to be a team leader and manage three helicopters and 15 personnel at a Forward Operating Base in Afghanistan. I was chosen above 15 other officers to be the Rear Detachment Commander of a MEDEVAC Company, responsible for maintaining over $30M of equipment, and the welfare of 25 soldiers and their families. Show less

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  HHC 4-3 ADA

  Mar 1993 - Jul 1995

  Medical Aidman

  Medic for A Co 4-3 (Bradley/stinger unit)provided first aid to injured soldiers in the field and conducted inter-hospital care on a daily basis

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  HHC 2-8 CAV 1st CAV DIV

  Jul 1995 - Jun 1996

  Medical Aidman

  Medic for B Co 2-8 (M-1 tank company), provided first aid to injured soldiers in the field and conducted inter-hospital care on a daily basis.

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  507th Medical Comapny (AA)

  Jun 1996 - Sept 1998

  Flight Medic

  flight Medic in a MEDEVAC unit that provided Military Assistance to Safety and Traffic (MAST) coverage for the greater Killeen and San Antonio areas. Maintained the highest level of certification in ACLS, A-BTLS, NALS, PALS, and EMT-B

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  159th Medical Company (AA)

  Sept 1998 - May 2001

  Flight Medic Standardization Instructor

  Flight Medic Standardization Instructor for 20 flight medics in a 15 ship MEDEVAC unit. Provided training for newly assigned flight medics on A-BTLS, ACLS, NALS, PALS, and everyday helicopter operations

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  45th Medical Comapny (AA) / C CO 5-158th

  Sept 2002 - Jan 2011

  UH-60 A/L Instructor Pilot / Safety Officer

  UH-60 MEDEVAC Instructor Pilot and Safety Officer in a 15 ship company. Instructed newly assigned pilots in Day, Night, NVG, and Instrument flying.

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  JMRC Falcons

  Feb 2011 - Oct 2013

  EC-145 Instructor Pilot / MEDEVAC OC-T

  Instructor Pilot in the EC-145 and MEDEVAC Observer Controller-Trainer for the Joint Multinational Readiness Center. Primary focus was on training Multi-National and U.S. Soldiers on conducting MEDEVAC operations in a combat environment.

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  Metro Aviation, Inc.

  Nov 2013 - Jun 2014

  Dartmouth-Hitchcock Advanced Response Team Pilot

  I served as Pilot-in-Command for EC-135P2+ for all modes of flight to include day, night, NVG, and instrument conditions in all terrain, while making sure helicopter is mission ready. This included weight and balance, fuel, pre-flight, crew briefing, and flight plans submitted.I ensured all safety issues are identified recorded and brought up at monthly safety meetings. I managed safety and occupational health programs to eliminate and minimize human injury, as well as property and productivity losses. Show less

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  Era Helicopters LLC

  Jul 2014 - Mar 2015

  Agusta 109 Pilot at LifeFlight of Maine

  I ensured the aircraft was fully airworthy to support and making all modes of tactical aviation decisions that help flight medics and doctors deliver emergency patient care and save lives.I inspected hospital helipads and helipad construction sites for compliance with OSHA 1910, 1926, AC 150 5390-2B, to ensure the contractor, subcontractors, and hospitals are also in compliance. I performed spot checks to determine that safety features essential to life safety, fire protection, and personnel protection are properly incorporated Show less

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  SevenBar Aviation

  Mar 2015 - Jun 2016

  Agusta 109E/SP HEMS SPIFR Captain at LifeFlight of Maine

  I ensured the aircraft was fully airworthy to support and making all modes of tactical aviation decisions that help flight medics and doctors deliver emergency patient care and save lives.I inspected hospital helipads and helipad construction sites for compliance with OSHA 1910, 1926, AC 150 5390-2B, to ensure the contractor, subcontractors, and hospitals are also in compliance. I performed spot checks to determine that safety features essential to life safety, fire protection, and personnel protection are properly incorporated Show less

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  Vinnell Arabia

  Jul 2016 - Aug 2019

  I mentored members of the Saudi Arabian National Guard (SANG) in all aspects of their safety program. I developed and implemented a comprehensive aviation safety program that integrates flight operations, maintenance, ground safety, and overall risk management into one complete safety management system program.I ensured a safe work environment was provided at the site by applying organizational, OSHA, and NFPA guidelines.I conducted inspections for the entire site to ensure compliance with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and AS 9110 standards.Established a safety program in the areas of environmental compliance, hearing conservation, general workplace safety, back-shop safety, fire protection, explosive safety and storage, and flight operations.I write and review several safety policies and procedures for Vinnell Arabia in order to deliver compliance with established programs. Show less I served as an instructor for Aviation and Ground Safety Courses at the Ministry of the National Guard (MNG) Aviation Training Institute. I provided and prepared instructions, through traditional classroom, laboratory, clinical and distance education modes, in the discipline of Aviation Safety. I communicated expectations and established clear grading criteria through appropriate instructional means. This included developing course syllabi, handouts, and any materials supporting the instructional process.I participated in Division meetings, in-service training, curriculum development, Technicians and TMS Coordinator.I informed assigned students how behavior and performance will be assessed.I revamped the Safety Program of Instruction (POI), technical writing, course development, and periodic revisions. I verified and confirmed that all training publications are current and complete.I oversaw and directed training programs conducted by the assigned instructors, supervised and managed the daily conduct of training courses. Show less

  • Aviation Battalion Safety Manager / Trainer

    Feb 2019 - Aug 2019

  • Lead Aviation Safety Instructor / Assistant Aviation Institute Training Manager

    Jul 2016 - Feb 2019
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  MEMIC

  Sept 2019 - Sept 2021

  Safety Management Consultant

  Identify, assess, and evaluate health and safety exposures and hazards at all types of businesses to include construction, manufacturing, auto shops, and health care, Conduct physical field hazard assessments and safety consultation for initial and prospective clients.Document exposures and their controls or lack thereof, providing appropriate action steps needed to improve the risk. Conduct all types of safety-related classes to clients including OSHA, MSHA, HAZCOM, Respiratory Protection, and any other training needed by my clients. Show less

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  5 STATE HELICOPTERS, INC

  Aug 2021 - Jul 2022

  Director of Aviation Safety / Assistant Chief Pilot

  As the Assistant Chief Pilot, I help supervise flight crew both in flight and for training requirements, Create, conduct and review training and qualification courses, tasks, and documentation as well as perform line pilot duties to include VRLL in the BK-117, S-58, and UH-60.As the Director of Safety, I am in charge of the development of the SMS as well as its implementation, I provide safety analysis and risk analysis reports, oversee safety procedures and environmental programs of all airport and hangar areas to ensure compliance with governmental regulations. Show less

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  TimberHP

  Dec 2022 - Sept 2024

  Safety Manager
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  Aerial Integration Solutions, LLC

  Jan 2024 - Sept 2024

  Vice President of Aviation Safety and Training

  Aerial Integration Solutions, LLC offers a unique experience for organizations needing aviation support, by providing the best aviation integration plans, training, safety consulting and education www.aerialintegrations.com

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  U.S. Customs and Border Protection

  Nov 2024 - now

  State Safety Specialist