Brian D. AveryUniversity of Florida | UF · Department of Sport Management
Brian D. Avery
Master of Science
Researching risk and safety management, event design, attraction operations, and AI applications in event safety.
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Introduction
My research focuses on risk and safety management, event design and execution, attraction operations, and education. I examine efficient and safe operations of large-scale events and venues, emphasizing risk and safety management practices. My work includes studying regulatory standards and practices to ensure compliance and enhance safety. I explore innovative event design and execution for safer, engaging experiences and analyze amusement ride safety protocols.
Additional affiliations
August 2008 - May 2016
University of Central Floirda
Position
- Adjunct Instructor
Education
August 2010 - May 2016
Field of study
- College of Education and Human Performance, Hospitality Education: Event, Tourism, and Attraction Safety and Risk Management (completed coursework/medical withdrawal)
August 2005 - May 2007
Field of study
- Rosen College of Hospitality Management, Event, Tourism, and Hospitality Management - Risk Management
August 2000 - May 2002
University of Central Floirda
Field of study
- College of Engineering and Computer Science, Industrial Engineering / Human Factors and Safety
Publications
Publications (5)
Winning the bid to host the Olympic Games and other large events offers host cities opportunities such as exposure, status, and tourism. However, hosting the events also include negative externalities impacting the local community and businesses. We examine the spatial distribution of crime in Los Angeles to expand upon the existing literature and...
Securitization of Major Sporting Events in Los Angeles: Determining Vulnerable Spaces Using Machine-Learning-Based Spatial Analysis
This chapter discusses the changing dynamics of the amusement park industry by scrutinizing the shifting trajectory of one of the industry's leaders. Six Flags has been the world’s largest regional theme park operator for over twenty years. In 1961, a Texas oil baron named Angus Wynne sparked a new concept with his first park, Six Flags Over Texas,...
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to analyze the dimensions and practices that have shaped the safety of amusement rides and devices in the US amusement park industry.
Design/methodology/approach
The paper provides an overview and historical examination of key concepts and phenomena.
Findings
The paper concludes that continued amusement ride a...
