Rick Tappan
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Lee Bailey
Chief Tappan was the Acting EMS Chief for GW Kuwait EMS operations when I arrived as a paramedic 13FEB2011. Right away it was evident that he was an exceptional leader, manager and very knowledgeable EMS officer. It was his guidance and mentorship that had me up to speed as an ALS provider in a foreign country within a very short time. He promoted me to the position of EMS Captain a few months later, and was instrumental to my adjustment to this new role. I found him to be consistently caring, compassionate, and professional. Rick is a knowledgeable and dedicated leader that understands the importance of customer service. It was my privilege to serve with him, and would most certainly recommend Chief Tappan for any role that he would be interested in serving. Would also welcome any future opportunity to work with him again in the future.
Joseph Chornock, CHS-III
Rick has proven himself an extremely valuable asset to the GVFD and to the community he serves. As his Chief, I am excited to have a very talented teacher as well as a EMS provider on my team.
Lee Bailey
Chief Tappan was the Acting EMS Chief for GW Kuwait EMS operations when I arrived as a paramedic 13FEB2011. Right away it was evident that he was an exceptional leader, manager and very knowledgeable EMS officer. It was his guidance and mentorship that had me up to speed as an ALS provider in a foreign country within a very short time. He promoted me to the position of EMS Captain a few months later, and was instrumental to my adjustment to this new role. I found him to be consistently caring, compassionate, and professional. Rick is a knowledgeable and dedicated leader that understands the importance of customer service. It was my privilege to serve with him, and would most certainly recommend Chief Tappan for any role that he would be interested in serving. Would also welcome any future opportunity to work with him again in the future.
Joseph Chornock, CHS-III
Rick has proven himself an extremely valuable asset to the GVFD and to the community he serves. As his Chief, I am excited to have a very talented teacher as well as a EMS provider on my team.
Lee Bailey
Chief Tappan was the Acting EMS Chief for GW Kuwait EMS operations when I arrived as a paramedic 13FEB2011. Right away it was evident that he was an exceptional leader, manager and very knowledgeable EMS officer. It was his guidance and mentorship that had me up to speed as an ALS provider in a foreign country within a very short time. He promoted me to the position of EMS Captain a few months later, and was instrumental to my adjustment to this new role. I found him to be consistently caring, compassionate, and professional. Rick is a knowledgeable and dedicated leader that understands the importance of customer service. It was my privilege to serve with him, and would most certainly recommend Chief Tappan for any role that he would be interested in serving. Would also welcome any future opportunity to work with him again in the future.
Joseph Chornock, CHS-III
Rick has proven himself an extremely valuable asset to the GVFD and to the community he serves. As his Chief, I am excited to have a very talented teacher as well as a EMS provider on my team.
Lee Bailey
Chief Tappan was the Acting EMS Chief for GW Kuwait EMS operations when I arrived as a paramedic 13FEB2011. Right away it was evident that he was an exceptional leader, manager and very knowledgeable EMS officer. It was his guidance and mentorship that had me up to speed as an ALS provider in a foreign country within a very short time. He promoted me to the position of EMS Captain a few months later, and was instrumental to my adjustment to this new role. I found him to be consistently caring, compassionate, and professional. Rick is a knowledgeable and dedicated leader that understands the importance of customer service. It was my privilege to serve with him, and would most certainly recommend Chief Tappan for any role that he would be interested in serving. Would also welcome any future opportunity to work with him again in the future.
Joseph Chornock, CHS-III
Rick has proven himself an extremely valuable asset to the GVFD and to the community he serves. As his Chief, I am excited to have a very talented teacher as well as a EMS provider on my team.
Credentials
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National Registered Paramedic (NRP)
NREMTPMar, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Pro Board Fire Service Instructor III
The Pro BoardOct, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Safety and Health Manager (CSHM)
Institute of Hazardous Materials ManagementMay, 2004- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Safety & Health Manager
Institute of Hazardous Materials ManagementSep, 1997- Nov, 2024 -
Firefighter
The Pro Board -
Hazmat Technician
The Pro Board -
Paramedic
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
Experience
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Rescue One Training for Life, Inc.
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Consumer Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Training Center Faculty
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Apr 2013 - Present
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All Hands Consulting
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United States
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Public Safety
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1 - 100 Employee
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Consultant
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2002 - Present
have served as consultant on multiple projects for principle to include site assesments, safety audits, and life-safety training have served as consultant on multiple projects for principle to include site assesments, safety audits, and life-safety training
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HHS/OPEO/ASPR/NDMS/WMD-DMORT
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1999 - Present
Serve as team medic, safety specialist and hazmat tech Serve as team medic, safety specialist and hazmat tech
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Bethesda Fire Department, Inc.
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United States
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Public Safety
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1 - 100 Employee
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Firefighter-Paramedic
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Dec 2005 - Mar 2022
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Risk Management, EMS Consultant
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Feb 2016 - Mar 2020
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Montgomery County Volunteer Fire/Rescue Association
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United States
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Public Safety
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1 - 100 Employee
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Recruitment & Retention Officer
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Feb 2013 - Apr 2019
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GWU-MFA ASG-Kuwait
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Kuwait
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Deputy Chief
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Dec 2010 - Jul 2012
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GW-MFA, EMS
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Kuwait
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Deputy Chief, EMS
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Dec 2010 - Jun 2012
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Medcor
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Medical Administrator, Clark Construction / Walter Reed NMMC
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Apr 2010 - Jan 2011
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FTO / Paramedic
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Sep 1994 - May 2010
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The George Washington University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Training Coordinator
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Jan 2008 - Mar 2010
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EM Manager
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2001 - 2008
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Washington Hospital
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United States
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Education Management
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300 - 400 Employee
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HDLS Program Manager
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Jan 2008 - Sep 2008
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Paramedic Educator
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2000 - 2007
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Educational Coordinator, Trauma Technology Program
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1989 - 1996
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Truck Company Officer
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Jun 1983 - Aug 1991
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Paramedic
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1982 - 1988
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Education
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1994 - 2000
The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Emergency Medical Services, Disaster Management -
1976 - 1978
Walter Johnson
High School Diploma, general education
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