Shane Mularkey is a director of operations based in Florida with over four years of experience. He obtained a bachelor of arts degree in exercise and sports science from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Shane Mularkey coordinates events throughout North Florida, such as the NCAA March Madness and the Lucas Oil Motocross Championship.

Event managers responsible for sporting events must always develop rehearsed response actions that factor in extreme circumstances, ranging from stampedes to bad weather. These rehearsed response actions depend heavily on the presence of competent event officials and first aid equipment.

Before possible stampedes, event managers must acquaint themselves with all the exits of a sporting venue and the capacity before developing evacuation procedures. Evacuation procedures for athletes and spectators should also be distinct for more efficiency. Operations directors should oversee these procedures' publicity via public address systems, posters, and display screens. Event managers must complement these procedures with secure shelters that protect spectators during adverse weather conditions.

Furthermore, organizers must ensure that ambulances, first aid kits, functional alarms, and fire extinguishers are available. Event officials should also equip themselves with two-way radios for cohesive and prompt communication.