Lunch & Learn - Personal, Open House & Workplace Safety

Description

A practical conversation focused on personal and workplace safety, designed to help individuals recognize potential risks and make informed decisions when they find themselves alone, in unfamiliar environments, or facing unexpected situations. The discussion covers key concepts of situational awareness, recognizing changes in surroundings and behavior, identifying and maintaining avenues of escape, and understanding when to disengage or seek assistance. The goal is to provide simple, realistic concepts that individuals can apply in their everyday lives to improve personal safety, preparedness, and confidence in both professional and personal environments. 

Instructor Bio: Travis Smith is the Patrol Commander for the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office and has approximately 18 years of civilian law enforcement experience following prior service in the United States Army. A Montana native, Travis has served in numerous leadership and specialized assignments throughout his career, including Deputy Sheriff, Corporal, Patrol Sergeant, Training Sergeant, SWAT Team Member, Marksman/Observer, Explosive Breaching Lead, and SWAT Team Leader. He has extensive training and instructional experience in active assailant response and has provided active shooter training to law enforcement officers, civilians, teachers and educators, business leaders, and local businesses. Outside of his professional career, Travis is a proud husband and father of two teenagers and remains deeply connected to the Montana community he has spent his career serving.