Safe SRQ Trainings 2025

Safe SRQ Trainings are designed to give you the knowledge and confidence to respond to a wide-range of emergencies. From CPR certification to cyber-security training, to learning de-escalation tactics and Stop the Bleed techniques, you can play a key role in fostering a safer and stronger Sarasota.

All Safe SRQ Security Training sessions are taught by Community Security Director Tom Baugher.

All in-person security sessions are held at the Ritter-Wolk Center (602 McIntosh Road, Sarasota).

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

CPR/AED Training
Learn how to properly administer CPR/AED in an emergency. Get Red Cross CPR/AED certification.

Introduction to the IRS and Tax Fraud (Special Training Session)
Learn how to spot IRS and tax fraud schemes. We will be joined by an IRS supervisor to share insider information.

Traveler Safety (Special Training Session)
Learn how you can stay safe while traveling, whether locally, regionally, or internationally.

Stop the Bleed Training
Learn how to save a life through identifying life-threatening bleeding, recognizing different types of injuries, and learning how to control bleeding when someone is injured through the application of wound packing and tourniquet application.

Countering Active Threats (CATT) Training
Learn the principles of responding during an active threat, including RUN, HIDE, FIGHT.

Guardian Trainings
Designed for Ushers and Greeters, learn how to welcomed guests while maintaining situational awareness.

De-escalation Training
Learn the foundations of de-escalation technique, the goal of which is to provide basic understating and introduction to the skills and techniques to defuse or reduce tension, hostility, and/or conflict in situations.

Surviving Hostage Situations
Learn the proper procedures if you find yourself in a hostage situation.

Personal Security Awareness
Learn elements of situational awareness and verbal de-escalation and gain the confidence and skills to stay safe at home and in public.