Security Assessments Expert Witnesses

Ventura, California

Security, Premises Liability - Security Training, Security Deployment, Use of Force, Hospital Security, Security Policies and Procedures, Active Shooter, Security Assessments, Workplace Violence Prevention, Workplace Crime Prevention, OSHA Law Compliance

Certified Protection Professional (CPP) - 20 years Certified HealthCare Protection Administrator (CHPA) - 20 years Education and work experience specifically in the workplace security, and safety field. Instrumental in developing programs, that are responsive to OSHA, The Joint Commission (TJC), and other legislated or recommended security programs. Los Angeles Police Department 22 years Sergeant II - 17 years Patrol, Metro, Special Investigations, Internal Affairs Developed, and Officer in Charge of, Suspect Search Dogs - K-9 Unit Chief of Protective Services - Santa Clara County Valley Medical Center. (1998-2006) Completely re-designed and implemented a comprehensive security program, which includes all facets of Security Plan Development, Staff Development, Policies, Training, Recruitment, Personnel Management and daily security operations, associated with a large County Hospital. Proper Authorities LLC - Founder (1993-Present) Crime Prevention, Loss Prevention, Safe...

Elizabeth, Colorado

Premises Liability, Security - Inadequate/Negligent Security, Premises Liability, Crime Foreseeability, Risk Management, Risk Assessment, Night Club, Vulnerability Assessment, Security Program, Incident Response, Health Care, Security Training, Security Assessments, Security Management, Video Surveillance, Security Audit, Retail, Hospitality, Cannabis

Shawn F Wurtsmith, MBA, PSP (Available Nationwide) Primary Areas of Expertise: Premises Liability & Security Negligence Credentials: Physical Security Professional (PSP), ASIS International (2011) | C-TPAT Certification, US Dept. of Transportation (2009) | CFATS Certified, US Dept. of Homeland Security (2008) | Private Pilot's License (1990) Professional Affiliations: ASIS | IAPSC | SIA | IAHSS | SEAK Expert Witness Directory | Expert Institute (IQ) Education: MBA – Business Administration, University of Phoenix | BA – Biology, University of Northern Colorado About Shawn Wurtsmith is an independent security consultant who helps legal teams win premises liability and security negligence cases. With deep expertise spanning healthcare, hospitality, retail, cannabis, and commercial settings, he provides the analysis, documentation, and testimony attorneys need at every stage of litigation. What I Deliver for Your Case: Case Assessment & Strategy — Rapid identification of security...