Championing excellence

Professionals responsible for health, safety and wellbeing within their organisations are invited to register their attendance to discover the latest innovations, enhance their professional knowledge, discuss industry trends, and build important relationships with other industry professionals in the community.  

The event will champion excellence in workplace safety and occupational health, as well as inspiring improved standards in mental health and wellbeing. This unique regional event is designed to enable OSH communities to shift the dial on health and safety culture in the workplace.  

The two-day event, which is free-to-attend, promises a packed line up of industry-leading exhibiting brands, networking opportunities, and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) sessions for all delegates.  

Attendees will have the chance to learn about the latest regulatory changes and work being undertaken to improve health and safety culture in the workplace. Topics covered will include working at height, the rise of AI, Martyn’s Law and sustainable PPE, alongside mental health discussions, and the evolving workplace health culture.  

Safety, Health and Wellbeing Live will also feature a free networking drinks reception open to all visitors and exhibitors alike.  

Key event partners have continued their support for this fourth edition of Safety, Health and Wellbeing Live Manchester, including Health and Safety Executive, IOSH, NEBOSH, British Safety Council, BOHS, IIRSM, UKATA, IOM and No Falls Foundation. 

Who should attend?  

Safety, Health and Wellbeing Live is unique in its offering, connecting regional occupational safety and health professionals in the UK. The event, which is taking place at Manchester Central, presents an easily accessible, in-person platform for the OSH community to come together.

The event is open to those across all industries and is particularly relevant for the manufacturing and engineering, construction, transport, and public sectors. OSH professionals actively seeking product information, procuring solutions, and looking for best practice advice to improve workplace standards will hugely benefit from attending.

With ongoing industry challenges such as restrictive budgets, broadening remits and changing regulations, Safety, Health and Wellbeing Live aims to provide actionable solutions  to support safety professional with the challenges they face in 2025.

Solutions to emerging industry challenges

To best support your workplace and the people in it, it’s important to be on the lookout for the latest tools, products and solutions available. SHW offers exposure to the latest innovations and technologies in the industry. Around 100 market leading brands will be showcasing advancements in PPE, risk assessment tools, compliance software, and safety monitoring technologies across the exhibition.  

With direct access to exhibitor sales teams and technical experts, the in-person event will enable attendees to experience products and services first-hand and learn just how they work from those that know and understand them the most.

SHW Live offers the opportunity to experience these solutions in a way you only can in-person, including live demonstrations and hands-on insights that truly give OSH professionals the tools they need to bring about real change in their workplace.

Cost-effective procurement opportunities

For safety professionals looking for the best in show in the industry, SHW Live is the place to be. Explore 100+ brands  and be uniquely positioned to secure the most effective solutions for your workplace.

With a multitude of suppliers and manufacturers all in one place, Safety, Health and Wellbeing Live offers cost-effective procurement opportunities, where attendees can compare and contrast the best products for them – and at the right cost.  

Supported by the OSH industry   

Numerous industry-leading bodies, regulators and councils have pledged their support for the two-day exhibition and conference event as event partners. Organisers are supported by an experienced Advisory Council, which includes some of the UK’s most influential voices in occupational safety and health.  

To achieve the goal of delivering the highest-quality event of its type, organisers are proud to be working in collaboration with the Health and Safety Executive. HSE will be hosting sessions and their team will also be at the event to offer guidance and support to visitors.  

Plus, for the first time at Safety, Health and Wellbeing Live Manchester, HSE will be hosting Spotlight Seminars in their on-stand mini-theatre, where visitors can learn from expert speakers in small-group Q&A sessions and gain knowledge from live demonstrations.  

Continuing their hugely successful collaboration since launching in 2022, event organisers are again working closely with IOSH to offer learning and networking opportunities to members and non-members alike at Manchester Central.  

Outstanding educational and CPD-accredited content

In addition to the exhibitions and procurement opportunities, Safety, Health and Wellbeing Live will deliver an expert-led programme of high quality CPD-accredited educational content. All four theatres offer invaluable content that will really make a difference to your organisation, and ensure you’re kept up to date with all regulatory updates and compliance guidance.

The Keynote Theatre will focus on looking forward to the future, whilst the HSM Knowledge Hub looks at the here and now. The Wellbeing Hub centres around implementing strategies to support mental health and stress in the workplace.   

The Fire Safety Live theatre, once again hosted by IOSH Fire Risk Management Group, is committed to bringing together influential and respected voices to help OSH professionals to achieve, uphold and understand the highest standards of fire safety management.  

High profile speakers will deliver seminars, panels, and keynote addresses throughout the course of the two days. The comprehensive programme will provide insights into health, safety, fire risk management and wellbeing issues facing OSH professionals and their workplaces today.  

Here are just a few of the free seminar sessions:  

• Health and Safety Mock Trial – Rhian Greaves, DAC Beachcroft
• IOSH: How does AI and tech fit into the world of OSH? – Peter Jenkins, Simple Foundry
• Developing PPE for a Diverse and Evolving Workplace – Nathan Shipley, BSI
• Working At Height, Is Your Equipment Up To Standard? – Jason Carlton, PASMA
• Martyn’s Law – The Protect Duty – Rhian Greaves, DAC Beachcroft
• Creating the Conditions for Psychological Safety – Dee Arp, NEBOSH
• How to create a ‘Good Practice’ Driving for Work Policy – Simon Turner, Driving For Better Business
• Safe Evacuation Isn’t Just About Having an Evacuation Chair – Nathaniel Thomas-Hall, Evac+ Chair  
• Contractor Control- Know the Pitfalls, What’s the Minimum – Richard Denton,  Opus Safety
• Progressing Your Career – Women in Health and Safety – Heather Beach, Healthy Work Company
• Improving Safety When Working at Height – Sam Butterworth, JLG 
• Sustainability – Shining Light in a Dark World - John Lloyd, Unigloves
• Dangerous Substances and Explosives Atmospheres Regulations (DSEAR) Risk Assessments – John Field, IOSH Fire Risk Management Group
• Personalised Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs) – Steve Pickston, IOSH Fire Risk Management Group
• Fire Doors- The Key Elements – Anne Isaacs, IOSH Fire Risk Management Group
• Combining Fire Risk and DSEAR Assessments – John Field, IOSH Fire Risk Management Group    

The full agenda for the Keynote Theatre, HSM Knowledge Hub, Wellbeing Hub and Fire Safety Hub can be found online. The packed agenda complements numerous networking opportunities for professionals and exhibitors in a relaxed, enjoyable, and friendly environment.

Fire Safety Live Returns in 2025

Having successfully launched for the first time in 2024, Fire Safety Live is BACK and co-located again with SHW Live this January. As safety professionals become increasingly tasked with fire risk management responsibilities, Fire Safety Live was developed to offer education and procurements opportunities for those actively looking for fire safety solutions in the North.

Fire Safety Live is proud to once again have the support of the IOSH Fire Risk Management Group. The group is growing in strength, with a stronger voice than ever in the wider fire safety community and will be hosting a 2-day conference at the event, with several high-profile industry speakers. There will also be numerous networking opportunities to enable the fire safety community to engage in person.

Visitors can access both events and all conference sessions with just one free pass. 

Manchester Central 

Manchester Central is celebrated as a landmark of innovation in the North and is the ideal venue for Safety, Health, and Wellbeing Live. This renowned facility boasts modern event spaces and a central location, with quick, convenient access from major UK cities.

Visitors traveling from across the North, Midlands, and beyond will appreciate the excellent transport links and over 7,000 nearby hotel rooms.

Free registration is now open

Whether your focus is workplace safety, occupational health, fire risk management, or overall wellbeing, Safety, Health and Wellbeing Live offers invaluable insights into the latest legislation, networking, and procurement opportunities.

Featuring product launches, live demonstrations, and cutting-edge technology, the event is a gathering point for OSH professionals to explore solutions across health and safety training, PPE procurement, environmental monitoring, consultancy services, and more.

Safety, Health and Wellbeing Live takes place at Manchester Central on 22-23 January 2025. Register now for your FREE pass at https://forms.reg.buzz/shwfs-live-north-2025-splash/hsm