Security Services in Surrounding Louisiana Areas
NOLA Protection Group, Louisiana Security License #852, extends its professional security services beyond the New Orleans metro area to serve communities, businesses, and industries throughout southeastern and south-central Louisiana. Since our founding in 2012, we have built the infrastructure, staffing depth, and regional expertise necessary to deploy trained security officers to Houma, Hammond, LaPlace, Plaquemines Parish, St. Charles Parish, St. John the Baptist Parish, and the many communities that power Louisiana’s economy. From our headquarters at 3817 Spencer Street in Harvey, we provide the same licensed, professional security across rural parishes and industrial corridors that our clients in New Orleans expect.
Areas & Communities We Serve
Houma & Thibodaux (Terrebonne & Lafourche Parishes)
The Houma-Thibodaux region is the onshore hub of Louisiana’s offshore oil and gas industry. Fabrication yards, supply bases, heliports, marine terminals, and pipe yards line the bayous and waterways of Terrebonne and Lafourche Parishes, requiring security officers with deep industry knowledge, TWIC credentials, and an understanding of the demanding rotational schedules that define energy sector operations. Security at these facilities involves strict gate access control, credential verification for thousands of daily workers, perimeter monitoring of sprawling properties, and coordination with the U.S. Coast Guard for waterside access. Beyond the oilfield, Houma and Thibodaux feature growing retail corridors, Terrebonne General Medical Center, Thibodaux Regional Health System, and Nicholls State University, all of which benefit from professional commercial and healthcare security services.
Hammond & Tangipahoa Parish
Hammond is home to Southeastern Louisiana University and a rapidly growing commercial corridor along I-12 that has become a regional retail and dining destination. The university campus requires experienced campus security for daily operations, athletic events, concerts, and commencement ceremonies, while the expanding commercial district along Highway 190 and I-12 creates demand for retail and commercial security. Tangipahoa Parish also hosts popular events including the Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival and Italian Festival, each drawing tens of thousands of visitors and requiring professional event security planning with crowd management, parking control, and emergency response coordination. The parish’s mix of small-town communities and growing suburban development makes it a region where property owners increasingly seek professional patrol and monitoring services.
LaPlace & the River Parishes (St. John the Baptist & St. James Parishes)
The River Parishes between New Orleans and Baton Rouge form one of the most significant industrial corridors in the United States, often called the “Chemical Corridor” or “Cancer Alley” for the density of manufacturing along the Mississippi River. Chemical plants, oil refineries, fertilizer manufacturers, and heavy industrial facilities operated by Marathon, Valero, Occidental, and others employ thousands of workers and require round-the-clock security with strict access control, perimeter monitoring, hazmat awareness, and emergency evacuation coordination. LaPlace serves as the commercial center of St. John the Baptist Parish, with retail, residential, and hospitality properties that also require professional security coverage, particularly during major industrial turnaround seasons when temporary worker populations surge.
St. Charles Parish (Luling, Destrehan, Boutte)
St. Charles Parish sits at the western edge of the New Orleans metro area and is home to major industrial operations including the Valero St. Charles refinery and numerous petrochemical facilities. The communities of Luling, Destrehan, and Boutte combine suburban residential neighborhoods with proximity to heavy industry, creating security needs that span residential patrols, construction site protection, and industrial facility security. The Destrehan Plantation and annual Fall Festival also generate seasonal event security demand.
Plaquemines Parish
Stretching along the Mississippi River south of New Orleans to the Gulf of Mexico, Plaquemines Parish is home to significant port and maritime operations, including the Plaquemines Port Harbor and Terminal District, oil and gas production facilities, and the expanding commercial infrastructure that supports Gulf energy operations. Security requirements in Plaquemines include MARSEC-compliant port security, industrial facility protection, access control for remote waterfront properties, and monitoring of pipeline corridors and tank farms. The parish’s geographic isolation and limited road access make reliable security staffing particularly valuable; NOLA Protection Group maintains the roster depth to consistently staff these remote and demanding assignments.
Kenner & Airport Area
While part of Jefferson Parish, the Kenner area surrounding Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport has distinct security requirements worth highlighting. Hotels, parking facilities, rental car agencies, cargo operations, airline support companies, and transportation hubs near the airport demand specialized security coverage year-round, with significant staffing increases during peak travel seasons, Mardi Gras and major conventions. Our proximity from Harvey allows rapid deployment adjustments as client needs shift with travel volumes.
Oil, Gas & Industrial Security Across Louisiana
Louisiana’s energy industry is the economic engine of many of the communities we serve. NOLA Protection Group understands the unique security demands of the oil and gas sector, from offshore supply bases in Houma to refineries in St. Charles Parish to pipeline facilities in Plaquemines. Our officers hold TWIC credentials, complete OSHA safety training, and receive site-specific orientation covering hazardous materials awareness, emergency muster procedures, and contractor access protocols. We provide consistent, reliable staffing for 24/7 operations, including coverage during turnaround seasons and emergency weather events when security is most critical.
Our Services Across Louisiana
Every community we serve receives the same professional-grade security solutions backed by our License #852 credentials and comprehensive training program:
- Oil, Gas & Energy Security: TWIC-credentialed officers for offshore support facilities, refineries, pipeline infrastructure, and energy operations.
- Chemical Plant & Industrial Security: Access control, perimeter security, and emergency response for chemical plants and manufacturing facilities.
- Maritime & Port Security: MARSEC-compliant security for ports, terminals, and waterfront operations in Plaquemines and the River Parishes.
- Commercial & Business Security: Professional officers for offices, healthcare facilities, and commercial properties in every community we serve.
- Retail & Shopping Center Security: Loss prevention, patrol, and customer safety for retail environments.
- School & Campus Security: Trained officers for Nicholls State, Southeastern Louisiana University, K-12 schools, and educational events.
- Special Event Security: Complete event security for festivals, corporate events, and community functions across rural Louisiana.
- Construction Site Security: Overnight and weekend protection for construction projects, including industrial expansions and residential developments.
- Fire Watch Services: Code-compliant fire watch for industrial facilities, commercial properties, and construction sites.
- Agricultural & Rural Security: Property protection for farms, ranches, timber operations, and rural estates throughout southern Louisiana.
- Executive Protection: Close protection for executives, plant managers, and VIPs visiting industrial facilities and remote locations.
- LVT Mobile Camera Towers: Solar-powered surveillance ideal for remote industrial sites, construction perimeters, and properties without existing infrastructure.
- CEIA OPENGATE Weapons Detection: Advanced walkthrough weapons screening for venues, facilities, and large-scale events.
Statewide Reach, Local Expertise
What sets NOLA Protection Group apart across all of these communities is our combination of statewide deployment capabilities and genuine local knowledge. We understand that security needs at Houma’s oilfield service yards are fundamentally different from those at a Hammond university campus or a LaPlace chemical plant. Our management team evaluates each client’s specific environment, threat profile, regulatory requirements, and operational schedule before developing a tailored security plan that addresses real-world risks rather than generic templates.
All of our officers are fully licensed through the Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners, undergo thorough background checks and and complete our rigorous training program before deployment. We maintain working relationships with local law enforcement agencies across every parish we serve, including the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s Office, Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office, St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s Office, St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office, and Plaquemines Parish Sheriff’s Office, ensuring coordinated and effective security responses.
Need security services outside the New Orleans metro? NOLA Protection Group serves communities and industries across Louisiana. Call us at 504-577-2323 to discuss your security needs and receive a free site assessment.
