Frequently Asked Questions

Who can attend?

Safety In Action and The Safety Show are free trade only events. Entry is restricted to bonafide members of the health and safety industries and over the age of 16.

Some examples of who should attend are:
Health & Safety Managers, CEO's, Directors, Owners, Purchasing Officers, Project Managers, Production Managers, Site Managers, Risk Managers, Maintenance/Operations Managers, Training Mangers, Warehouse Managers, Logistic and Transport Specialists, Construction and Manufacturing Workers, Foremen, Site Inspectors, Building Managers and Government Agencies.

Business ID may be required upon entry eg. Business card, letterhead or company documentation containing your company ABN. You may also be asked for personal identification such as a drivers licence to substantiate your identification. 

Those not involved in the health and safety industries will not be admitted. Selling or promotion of products/services to exhibitors is not permitted. No photography or sketching permitted. Students will not be registered.

Do I need to register for the Trade Show?

Yes, all Trade Visitors must register for the Trade Show. 

You may register online or you can register by completing the registration form attached to the Trade Invitation. If you have not received a Trade Invitation and would like to be sent one, please call 03 8672 1200. Alternatively you can register for the Trade Show when you arrive, however to avoid queues we recommend you pre-register.

  17-19 April 2012
Melbourne Exhibition Centre

Online registrations are not yet open




7 - 9 August 2012
Perth Convention Exhibition Centre

Online registrations are not yet open


25 - 27 October 2011

Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park

Click here to register for The Safety Show, Sydney

Trade Invitations will be available from September 2011

 

What happens when I register?

Your Visitor Access Card will not be mailed. A confirmation will be emailed to you with your E-Badge barcode to scan at the Show.

Can students attend?

Final year tertiary students may visit the Show on final day ONLY. Course administrators must apply in writing to the Organiser prior to the commencement of the Show. Details must include institution, course, number of students and preferred attendance time (on designated day). Do not register students using the registration form - the registrations will be cancelled. Email applications to safety@aec.net.au 

 

Can I bring my family to have a look?

Trade Show entry is restricted to Trade Only. Children under 16 may attend free of charge if accompanied by an adult at all times. There are no child minding facilities available at the venue.

 

Will there be any special events/features?

Yes, there are a range of safety related events/features including demonstrations, workshops and seminars and feature areas, all designed to be informative and entertaining to safety professionals. Click here for further details.

 

How do I get to the Venue?

Safety In Action is located at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre. Click here to find further details about getting to the venue including travel and accommodation options.

The Safety Show Sydney is located at the Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park. Click here to find further details about getting to the venue including travel and accommodation options.

 

Do I need a Visa to visit Australia?

Most International Visitors to Australia will require a Visa to enter the country. For Government details on Visas visit Australian Government Immigration site at www.immi.gov.au  Remember if you need to make a Visa Application make sure you do so well in advance as there is usually a processing period involved.

 

How many exhibitors are there?

At each event expect to see hundreds of  manufacturers and suppliers with workplace health and safety products, services and solutions, inlcuding new and innovative ways to improve workplace performance. 

Click here to see the Safety In Action 2011 Melbourne Exhibitor List

Click here to see The Safety Show, Sydney Exhibitors

 

Can I exhibit at the Shows?

Yes. Contact Australian Exhibitions & Conferences on 03 8672 1200 or email safety@aec.net.au to discuss any available options.  Alternatively you can register your interest online

 

What workplace health & safety shows are coming up?

The Safety Show & Sydney Materials Handling
25 - 27 October 2011
Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park
www.thesafetyshow.com / www.sydmaterialshandling.com.au

Safety In Action & Melbourne Materials Handling
17 - 19 April 2012
Melbourne Exhibition Centre
www.safetyinaction.net.au / www.melbmaterialshandling.com.au

WA Safety Show
7 - 9 August 2012
Perth Convention Exhibition Centre