Scott Bethurum is a Safety Officer Course instructor with over two decades of fire service experience and seven years specifically focused on occupational health and safety and risk management for the fire service. Currently serving as a deputy chief for a major municipal and wildland fire agency, Bethurum is a qualified Type 3 Safety Officer. He has also held the position of Health and Safety Officer and continues to oversee the Safety Bureau for his department. With a pragmatic approach to safety practices, Scott's background provides students with practical insights into navigating the complexities of safety within the fire service.