IOSH 2012 - Visitor FAQs

We’ve compiled answers to commonly asked questions below. If your question isn’t included in the list, or if you want to discuss anything in more detail, contact us at enquiries@ioshconference.co.uk.

Q1. Who can attend the IOSH 2012 exhibition?
Q2. How can I register for the IOSH 2012 exhibition?
Q3. When will I receive my exhibition entry badge?
Q4. What happens if I don’t receive my badge before the event?
Q5. Can I register onsite?
Q6. How much does it cost to enter the exhibition?
Q7. What are the opening times?
Q8. Can I park my car at the venue?
Q9. What facilities are available for visitors with disabilities?
Q10. Can I bring children?
Q11. I’m a student – can I attend the event?
Q12. Where can I find information on accommodation?

Q1. Who can attend the IOSH 2012 exhibition?

A. Anyone with a professional interest in, or responsibility for, health and safety, including:

health and safety managers, directors, officers and heads
health and safety advisers and consultants
company directors and senior managers
risk and insurance managers
fire officers
facilities directors and managers.

Q2. How can I register for the IOSH 2012 exhibition?

A. Registration is now open. Register now.

Q3. When will I receive my exhibition entry badge?

A. 1-2 weeks before the show

Q4. What happens if I don’t receive my badge before the event?

A. In the unlikely event that you don’t receive your badge, don’t worry. If you come to the registration desk at IOSH 2012, we’ll issue you a new one.

Q5. Can I register onsite?

A. Yes. Simply turn up onsite and complete an IOSH 2012 ticket to receive your entry badge. However, we recommend registering beforehand to avoid having to queue at the event. Register your interest in attending now.

Q6. How much does it cost to enter the exhibition?

A. Entry into the exhibition is free of charge. Register now.

Q7. What are the opening times?

Tuesday 06 March 2012
08.30–17.00

Wednesday 07 March 2012
08.30–15.30

Please note that times are subject to change without prior notice.

Add these dates to your calendar

Please refer to the Plan your day section for full details of show opening hours and how to get to Manchester Central.

Q8. Can I park my car at the venue?

A. Once you have travelled into the city by car, then the best place to park is the NCP car park on site at Manchester Central. It is open 24 hours and the address details for sat nav are: Lower Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3GX.

For more information on NCP car parks in Manchester, visit www.ncp.co.uk or telephone 0845 050 7080.

Q9. What facilities are available for visitors with disabilities?

A. Manchester Central’s facilities have been designed to maximise accessibility for all delegates and organisers. The majority of exhibition spaces at Manchester Central are on the ground floor, accessed directly from street level. All first floor facilities can be reached by lift and stairs.

As part of its commitment to making the venue as accessible as possible, Manchester Central has recently undertaken a number of improvements:

A £500,000 refurbishment of the toilet facilities in the main exhibition space
Removal of cobbles at main venue access points and replacement with smooth paving
The installation of highlighted nosing and additional handrails to external steps and ramped access points
The installation of Deaf Alerter, the radio-based fire alarm warning and messaging system. To find out more see www.deafalerter.com
A programme of training for all staff in disability awareness

If you have any queries regarding access facilities at Manchester Central, please contact the venue on +44 (0)161 834 2700.

Q10. Can I bring children?

A. No. Under-16s are not allowed to attend the exhibition.

Q11. I’m a student – can I attend the event?

A. Students can attend the IOSH 2012 exhibition by prior arrangement only. Please email enquiries@ioshconference.co.uk for more information and guidelines.

Q12. Where can I find information on accommodation?

A. Please refer to our accommodation page.