The Ultimate Guide to the Workplace Health and Safety Show 2024 and 2025: What You Need to Know
The Workplace Health and Safety Show in Australia is an unmissable event for professionals committed to maintaining safe and healthy work environments. With its impressive array of exhibitors, educational programs, and networking opportunities, the show is set to be a highlight of the occupational health and safety calendar. Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming 2024 show and a glimpse into what to expect for 2025.
Who Should Attend
Workplace Health & Safety Show caters to a diverse range of stakeholders - encompassing safety, health, and environmental buyers, end-users, resellers, and retailers
- Senior Executives with ultimate ownership of worker safety and well-being
- Front-Line Teams, Managers, and Supervisors challenged with removing exposures to injury
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Senior HSE Professionals responsible for the entirety of safety programs
- Contractors and Consultants who impact the safety of your employees (and theirs)
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Plant and Site-Level Safety Managers with team safety oversight
- Resellers and Retailers looking for new and cutting edge safety products and equipment for their customers
Dates and Location
Mark your calendars for October 23-24, 2024. The show will be held at the Sydney Showgrounds, in a building called The Dome. You can view an interactive look at this cool building here:
1 Showground Road
Sydney Olympic Park NSW 2127
sydneyshowground.com.au
Opening Times
Wednesday 23 October 2024, 9am - 5pm
Thursday 24 October 2024, 9am - 4pm
Exhibitors: Innovation on Display
The 2024 Workplace Health and Safety Show will feature over 160 suppliers showcasing the latest in safety products, equipment, technology, and services. Attendees can expect to see groundbreaking innovations such as:
- Washdrones: Demonstrating their softwash cleaning drones, capable of cleaning structures up to 30 meters high.
- CM3, Ecoportal, Evotix, HSI Donesafe: Showcasing productivity software aimed at streamlining safety processes, compliance, and documentation.
- Flaim Systems: Presenting a fully immersive VR training system designed to replicate hazardous and emergency situations.
- Intelligent Bio Solutions: Introducing non-invasive fingerprinting drug testing solutions.
These exhibitors represent the cutting edge of workplace health and safety, offering products and solutions that can significantly reduce workplace injuries and illnesses.
Comprehensive Educational Programs
One of the standout features of the show is its free-to-attend educational program, offering over 40 hours of content from 75 industry leaders and experts. Key sessions will cover:
- Knowledge Hub: High-level educational sessions focusing on safety technology, psychosocial hazards, injury prevention, and management.
- Spotlight Stage: Short, informative sessions led by exhibitors, covering the latest developments in risk assessment, policy compliance, and workplace mental health.
- Construction Safety Summit: A half-day summit addressing unique challenges in the construction sector, including site safety and mental health management.
Notable speakers for the 2024 event include Sophie Cotsis, NSW Minister for Industrial Relations and Work Health and Safety, and industry leaders from Westpac, Xero, and Qantas Group.
Networking and Innovations
The show is not just about learning but also about connecting. Network with over 5,000 attending senior safety professionals and exchange ideas with peers, experts, and industry leaders. The central lounge area is designed to foster these connections, providing a comfortable space to discuss new ideas and collaborations.
Where to stay in Sydney for the 2024 WHS show
Hotels near the Sydney Olympic Park
There are a few hotels on the grounds including Pullman, Ibis and Ibis Budget with prices ranging from $389 and up. Book your hotel here soon!
There are cheaper hotels in nearby suburbs of Homebush and North Strathfield as well.
Airbnb's near Sydney Olympic Park
There are plenty of Airbnbs near the WHS show, if that's your style! Prices average around$100 to $300 per night, depending on styles.
Book your accommodation here through Airbnb
How to register for the The Workplace Health and Safety Show
Register now to secure your spot at the 2024 Workplace Health and Safety Show and stay tuned for more information about the 2025 event. Don’t miss your chance to be part of Australia’s premier health and safety event!
Register here for the 2024 WHS show in Sydney, it's free!
What to Expect in 2025 for the WHS show
The 2025 show will take place Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
21-22 May 2025. Details are still to come but you can express interest with the link below.