DICKSON, Tenn. (WTVF) — A meeting planned for Thursday night aims to help bar and restaurant workers in Dickson recognize and prevent potential sexual assaults.

The Drug Free Dickson Coalition (DFDC) is partnering with the Sexual Assault Center to host an informational session for those working in Dickson’s growing food and beverage scene.

The Safe Bar information session is open to the public and begins at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Drug-Free Dickson Coalition, located at 207 Church Street in Dickson.

"It's training staff and owners of bars and restaurants to be able to recognize and intervene in any potential sexual assaults," said Karrie Thompson, director of DFDC.

Thursday’s session will outline the process for businesses to become Safe Bar certified. The full training will later c

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