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Golden Lasso establishments lead the way with life-saving training

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2 entities are mentioned, including Bodega West 7th, Golden Lasso Program.

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More than 10 Golden Lasso Program certified establishments participated in a Stop the Bleed training at Bodega West 7th, where 25–30 attendees received hands-on instruction in bleeding-control techniques and Narcan administration from UNT Health and JPS Health Network experts.

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Mentioned Entities

Bodega West 7th

Golden Lasso Program

Analysis

Overview

On January 5, more than 10 Golden Lasso Program certified establishments gathered at Bodega West 7th in Fort Worth for a Stop the Bleed training, with 25 to 30 attendees receiving hands-on instruction in bleeding-control techniques and Narcan administration.

Public Safety

UNT Health and JPS Health Network experts guided bar and restaurant staff through three bleeding-control techniques — direct pressure, wound packing, and tourniquet application — and instruction on when and how to administer Narcan in a suspected opioid overdose while awaiting EMS.

Community Impact

The Golden Lasso Program is Fort Worth's initiative to elevate safety standards across its entertainment districts by certifying venues that commit to proactive training and responsible hospitality.

Insights by Role

Journalist

LowLow significance — routine or procedural itemThe Golden Lasso Program now involves more than 10 certified establishments and has partnered with two named health institutions for recurring safety training. A records angle worth pursuing: whether the city tracks incident response outcomes at certified versus non-certified entertainment venues, and whether certification carries any regulatory or licensing benefit.

Resident

LowLow significance — routine or procedural itemFort Worth residents who frequent the city's entertainment districts can look for Golden Lasso certification as an indicator that staff at a bar or restaurant have received hands-on training in bleeding control and opioid overdose response. More than 10 establishments held this designation as of the January 5 training.

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On Jan. 5, more than 10 Golden Lasso Program establishments gathered at Bodega West 7th for a hands-on Stop the Bleed training — reinforcing their commitment to safety, preparedness and responsible hospitality.

With nearly 25 to 30 participants in attendance, bars and restaurants certified through the Golden Lasso Program — recognized as Certified Safety-Branded Entertainment Establishments — engaged in practical, life-saving instruction designed for real-world emergencies.

The training was facilitated by UNT Health’s Texas Center for Patient Safety and the Level I Trauma Center at John Peter Smith (JPS) Health Network, whose experts guided attendees through three critical bleeding-control techniques:

Direct pressure

Wound packing

Tourniquet application

Participants also received critical education on Narcan (naloxone), including when and how to administer it in the event of a suspected opioid overdose. This expanded training ensures establishments are equipped to respond to multiple types of medical emergencies while awaiting EMS arrival.

This initiative reflects the Golden Lasso Program’s broader mission: elevating safety standards across Fort Worth’s entertainment districts while fostering a culture of vigilance, responsibility and proactive care. By investing in training and prevention, participating establishments are demonstrating leadership that prioritizes both guest experience and community well-being.

Why certification matters

Golden Lasso Certification is more than a designation — it’s a commitment.

Certified establishments demonstrate:

✔ A proactive approach to guest and staff safety

✔ Participation in specialized safety trainings

✔ Partnership with trusted medical and safety experts

✔ Alignment with responsible entertainment standards

✔ Leadership within Fort Worth’s hospitality community

Golden Lasso venues are recognized as Certified Safety-Branded Entertainment Establishments, signaling to patrons that safety and preparedness are built into their operations — not treated as an afterthought.

Ready to join the Golden Lasso Program?

To learn more about becoming a Certified Safety-Branded Entertainment Establishment, contact Kimberly Tyler (kimberly.tyler@fortworthtexas.gov) and take the next step toward elevating safety in Fort Worth’s entertainment community.

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