He began there as the first Safety Manager for Busch Gardens. Submerged in a new world of roller coasters, zoological animals, plush animals and much more. It was challenging but also very motivating. Mr. Avery understood there was no absolute control over every facet of a multiple hundred acre operation with millions of visitors annually, but he knew it was his duty to give it his best. That's when he adopted two philosophies.
Accidents happen one at a time and can be solved one at a time.
Start with the areas having the worst accidents and solve them first while recognizing any area that has a one time potential for a catastrophic mishap. These need to be addressed first. With this approach the safety program moved forward with a solid foundation and we were successful in our efforts to reduce accidents and in many instances eliminate them. This basic approach carried over throughout Mr. Avery's career and into his consulting business. These simple principles have gained Mr. Avery international recognition as an industry leader in the field of amusement rides, devices, and facilities safety.