1. What is going on at the Show?
2. When is the Show open?
3. Who should attend?
4. How much does it cost to attend?
5. What sort of products will I see?
6. Do I need to register to attend as a visitor?
7. What happens when I register?
8. Can I change my registration details or check my details?
9. When can I expect my Visitor Access Card?
10. What if the name or company on my Visitor Access Card is not correct?
11. What if I forget my Visitor Access Card?
12. Can I still attend if I have not registered before arriving?
13. What do I need to bring as business identification?
14. Can students attend?
15. Can I bring my family to have a look?
16. Are there child-minding facilities?
17. Will there be any special events?
18. Where is the Show being held?
19. How do I get to the venue?
20. Are there special travel packages available?
21. Do I need a Visa to visit Australia?
22. How many Exhibitors are there?
23. Can I exhibit at the Show?
24. What other Workplace Health & Safety Shows are coming up?
25. Who organises the Queensland Safety Show?
1. What is going on at the Show?

At the Queensland Safety & Materials Handling Shows you will see over 200 companies displaying a comprehensive range of Workplace Health & Safety and materials handling solutions.

In addition to visiting stands, you can also attend free product demonstrations at the Live Demonstration Stage and Industry Workshops, where you can learn about topical issues for workplace health and safety.  Click here for more information on Demonstrations and Workshops.

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2. When is the Show open?

Tuesday      21 June 2011     10am – 5pm 
Wednesday 22 June 2011      9am - 5pm
Thursday     23 June 2011      9am – 4pm

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3. Who should attend?

The Queensland Safety Show & Queensland Materials Handling is a trade only event. Admission is free and restricted to professional persons working in any field where occupational health and safety is a consideration.

Some examples of who should attend:

Operations Managers
Contractors / Tradesmen
Government Agencies
Company Directors / Owners
Health & Safety Consultants
OH&S Specialists
Site Inspectors
Building Managers

Production Managers
Warehouse Managers
HR Managers
Engineers
Facilities Maintenance
Planning / Risk Managers
Purchasing Officers
Supply Chain Managers


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4. How much does it cost to attend?

Entry is free for Trade Visitors, but registering beforehand will ensure quicker access to the Show.  Registration for the 2011 Show will be open closer to the event.

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5. What sort of products will I see?

You will see thousands of the latest safety & materials handling products including:

à      Automation Safety Products

à      Communication Devices

à      Cranes & Hoists

à      Drum Handling

à      Engineering Safety Products

à      First Aid

à      Flooring & Flooring Surfaces

à      Fork Truck Pickers & Accessories

à      Forklifts & Attachments

à      Grain Handling & Bagging

à      Guard Rails

à      Hazardous Goods Handling & Storage Products

à      Health & Safety Consultants

à      Health & Safety Management Software

à      Height Safety

à      Height Safety & Confined Space Equipment

à      Labeling Data Systems
Ladders

à      Lifting Aids

à      Machine Guards & Light Curtains

à      Materials Handling Equipment

à      Measurement Control & Monitoring Equipment

à      Mining Safety Products

à      OHS Training & Compliance

à      Palets & Palletising Equipment

à      Personal Protection

à      Personal Protective Equipment

à      Racking & Shelving

à      Risk Management Programs

à      Road Safety Education

à      Safety Signage

à      Scaffolding

à      Scissor Lifts

à      Security Control Systems

à      Storage Systems & Components

à      Trolleys

à      Vacuum Lifting

à      Vehicle Safety

à      Waste Compactors

à      Wheels & Castors

à      Work Platforms

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6. Do I need to register to attend as a visitor?

Yes, visitors may register online.  Registrations can also be completed and returned by mail or fax. Should you wish to receive a Trade Invitation by mail call 03 9654 7773.

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7. What happens when I register?

If you register online you will receive an emailed confirmation that gives you a summary of your registered details and a unique registration identification number. Your Visitor Access Card will then be mailed to you 3 weeks prior to the Show.

If you fax or mail us your registration it will be processed and your Visitor Access Card mailed directly to you 3 weeks prior to the Show.

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8. Can I change my registration details or check my details?

Yes - if you need to check what details have been registered please telephone Australian Exhibitions & Conferences Pty Ltd on tel 03 9654 7773.  Your registration can also be altered onsite at the Registration Desk at the entrance to the Show.

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9. When can I expect my Visitor Access Card?

Visitor Access Cards will be mailed from 3 weeks before the Show. If your registration is received prior to 14 June 2011 your Visitor Access Card will be mailed to you, otherwise you can collect the Visitor Access Card at the Registration Desk when you arrive at the Show.

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10. What if the name or company on my Visitor Access Card is not correct?

If your Visitor Access Card contains incorrect information bring it along to the Registration Desk at the entrance to the Show where we can print a new Visitor Access Card on the spot at no charge.

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11. What if I forget my Visitor Access Card?

Registered visitors may obtain replacement Visitor Access Cards at the Registration Desk without filling out another registration form.  Just bring business identification with you.

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12. Can I still attend if I have not registered before arriving?

Yes, you are welcome to register at the Registration Desk at the entrance to the Show. We recommend registering prior to arrival so that you can avoid any queues. All onsite registrations will require business identification.

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13. What do I need to bring as business identification?

Relevant identification includes: 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.

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14. Can students attend?

Students may only access the event on Thursday 23 June 2011.
Only students enrolled in an Occupational Health & Safety course at a tertiary level or registered apprentices may attend the Show. Students/Teachers must send a written request to the Organiser to attend the Show, including details of the Institution, Course, intended attendance time and number of students.  Group size is limited to 10 students and each group must be accompanied by a teacher / supervisor.

Requests should be put into writing and emailed to the Organiser at safety@aec.net.au

Students should not register as trade visitors. They must show appropriate student identity upon arrival if prior approval has been received from the Organiser.

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15. Can I bring my family to have a look?

No, this is a business event and entry is restricted to trade only.
Children under 16 may attend if accompanied by an adult at all times.

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16. Are there child-minding facilities?

No these facilities are not available at the venue.

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17. Will there be any special events?

Free Live Demos
A number of exhibitors will demonstrate their latest safety solutions on the Live Demonstration Stage.  See products in action up close and ask the experts how they will assist your workplace.

Demos last a maximum of 20 minutes, are free to watch and no bookings are necessary.

Free Industry Workshops
Click here
to find out more about the topics and times for highly information workshops.

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18. Where is the Show being held?

THE QUEENSLAND SAFETY SHOW is being held at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Halls 1 & 2, Merivale St (Cnr Glenelg St) South Brisbane, QLD, Australia.  Click here to view location map

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19. How do I get to the venue?

PARKING
If you choose to drive, some of your Car Parking options are listed below;

Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
There are car park entrances to the Centre's 1500 car park spaces from
Melbourne St, Merivale St and Grey St.
Open 24 hours, 7 days a week.
For car parking rates click here

Queensland Performing Arts Centre - Entry via Stanley Street
$12 per visit
Open Mon 7am - 10pm, Tue - Fri 7am - Midnight
Sat 8.30am - Midnight, Sun 8.30am-10pm

Art Gallery/Museum - Entry via Stanley Street
$12 per visit
Open Mon 7am - 10pm, Tues - Fri 7am - Midnight
Sat 8.30 - Midnight, Sun 8.30am - 5.30pm

South Bank Parklands - Entry via Grey Street
$36 daily max
Open 7 days a week 5am - 1am
**Carpark Rates (as at 6 April 2009)

Trains
The city's new Airtrain system will connect Brisbane airports directly to the City with services every 15 minutes. The main city train stations are Central in the CBD, Roma Street Transit Centre on the edge of the CBD and South Brisbane Railway Station which is the closest station to the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre.  Click here for more public transport information.

Ferries
Brisbane's famous CityCat Ferries cruise the Brisbane River and depart dedicated access points every 30 minutes and every 20 minutes during peak hour. The nearest CityCat terminal is located at the South Bank Parklands, five minutes walk from the Centre.  Click here for more public transport information.

Buses
Buses service all parts of Brisbane regularly with the new city Busway stations located directly outside the Centre.  The closest bus station to Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre is the Cultural Centre Busway and is serviced by all of the city buses.  Click here for more public transport information.

Taxis
A taxi rank is located outside the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre.  
Taxi telephone number 13 82 94.

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20. Are there special travel packages available?

Yes. Special rates and accommodation and domestic airfare packages are available for Visitors and Exhibitors to the QUEENSLAND SAFETY SHOW.

For all travel and accommodation options contact the official travel agents:
The Lido Group 
Email   exhibitions@lido.com.au
Tel       1800 817 339 (within Australia only)
Tel      
+612 8585 0833 (outside Australia) 
Web     www.lido.com.au

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21. 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.

If you require a letter of invitation to support your application complete one of the forms below and return to Australian Exhibitions & Conferences Pty Ltd.

Visitors click here for a letter of invitation

Exhibitors click here for a letter of invitation

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22. How many Exhibitors are there?

There will be 200+ Exhibitors from Australia and overseas showcasing the latest workplace health & safety products and services.

See the full Queensland Safety Show & Queensland Materials Handling Exhibitor List

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23. Can I exhibit at the Show?

Contact Australian Exhibitions & Conferences on +613 9654 7773 or safety@aec.net.au to discuss stand availability.

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24. What other Workplace Health & Safety Shows are coming up?

Also look out for:

The Safety Show & Sydney Materials Handling
27 - 29 October 2011
Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park
www.thesafetyshow.com or www.sydmaterialshandling.com.au

Safety In Action & Melbourne Materials Handling
20 April - 22 April 2010
Melbourne Exhibition Centre
www.safetyinaction.net.au or www.melbmaterialshandling.com.au

The Safety Show & Sydney Materials Handling
26 - 28 October 2010
Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park
www.thesafetyshow.com or www.sydmaterialshandling.com.au

WA Safety Show
24 - 26 August 2010
Perth Convention Exhibition Centre
www.wasafetyshow.com

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25. Who organises the Queensland Safety Show?

The Organiser of this event is
Australian Exhibitions & Conferences Pty Ltd
Level 2, 267 Collins St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
Tel      03 9654 7773
Fax     03 9654 5596
Email  mail@aec.net.au
Web   www.aec.net.au

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