Safety Policy
- Make sure that your contractors are working safely. You can seek permission to work late. Working at height on ladders and scaffolding must be done in a controlled and safe manner. Time constraints are no excuse for not adhering to safety standards.
- All stand building must be carried out using the approved fire retardant materials.
- Ensure that all rubbish and packing from your stand is removed from the site. It must not be stored on or behind your stand during the show.
- Ensure that measures are taken to minimise the impact of your operations on the environment.
- Make sure that hazardous waste is disposed of safely. Please note that fluorescent tubes contain hazardous materials.
- Make sure that you are properly insured for the exhibition.
- Treat all electrical cables as though they were live.
- During the build-up and breakdown periods, your staff and sub-contractors should be constantly reminded by you of the need for vigilance regarding the health and safety of themselves and those working in their vicinity.
- Be aware of others working around you and report any concerns you may have about unsafe work practices or violation of the health and safety procedures outlined.
- You must ensure that portable electric tools are used with the minimum length of trailing leads and that such equipment is not left unattended with a live power supply to it.
- No electrical cables must be allowed to cross gangways, passageways, and fire exits.
- Operatives should wear suitable protective clothing relevant to their job, which includes eye, hearing, foot, and hand protection.
- Work areas should be maintained free from general waste and packaging materials which may cause a hazard to operatives.
- Packing cases and other materials must not be allowed to obstruct gangways, passageways, and fire exits and must be removed from the Exhibition Halls as soon as possible.
- Nails, etc., must not be left protruding from any packing case or material.
- All installations will be tested for compliance with the regulations and will not be energized if found to be unsafe.
- Exhibitors are responsible for the safe use and storage of flammable liquids and substances and segregation from waste and other risk areas. Only one day’s supply can be kept on your stand.
- Demonstrations of exhibits must be carried out in a safe manner using the appropriate materials, and where necessary, protective guards and clothing must be used.
- All electrical work must be carried out by suitably qualified and experienced electrical personnel, and documentary proof of competence may be required.
- Every stand shall have its means of electrical isolation, which must be easily accessible.
- External installations must be protected by a safety device known as a residual current device (RCD).
- Particular attention must be given to the earthing regulations.
- No exposed means of cable joints will be permitted.
- In the event of any fire outbreak, however small, the fire alarm should be activated and the area evacuated. Only trained, competent staff should attempt to fight the fire with extinguishers if it is safe to do so.
- Individuals under the influence of alcohol or drugs, posing a danger to themselves or others at the venue, will be promptly asked to leave. Security or law enforcement may be involved if necessary.