Safety & Badges

In order to guarantee a safe working environment, the RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre imposes a number of safety rules that must be observed by everyone in the RAI building.

HEAT & COOKING

Exhibitors using heat for baking, roasting, frying & cooking and/or for demonstration purposes must file an 'Open Fire Application' with RAI and have an adequate fire extinguisher near the source of heat. The Open Fire Application form can be accessed from the web shop of RAI EXHIBITOR SERVICES, under the 'Permits' section. The RAI web shop will open mid-March and requires an exhibitor login.

LIQUIDS

Exhibitors using open water or other liquids at their stand must request a permit from RAI in order to prevent legionnaires' disease. RAI's 'Water Object Application' can be accessed from the web shop of RAI EXHIBITOR SERVICES, under the 'Permits' section. The RAI web shop will open mid-March and requires an exhibitor login.

FREIGHT-FREE AISLES

For logistical and safety reasons it is essential that the designated freight-free aisles are kept clear at all times during build-up and breakdown. Exhibitors and/or stand builders blocking the freight-free aisles will be notified by RAI officials. Freight blocking the freight-free aisles will be moved by CEVA SHOWFREIGHT, at a charge of Euro 200,00 per cubic metre, with a minimum charge of Euro 600,00. All charges are payable onsite.

SAFETY SHOES

During build-up and breakdown, anyone working in the RAI exhibition halls must wear approved safety shoes. On Monday 27 May, safety shoes are not required but very much recommended. Safety shoes can be purchased from the RAI EXHIBITOR SERVICES web shop (available as of mid-March, exhibitor login required) or at the Hospitality Crew Centre near RAI Parking P6, at a cost of Euro 25,00.

ACCESS & MINIMUM AGE

Access to the halls is limited to people of 16 years and older. No person will be granted access until he or she has watched a safety video and read the list of safety regulations. This can be done onsite but also in advance online, thus saving valuable time. Click here to consult the RAI Safety Homepage and view the Safety Video and Regulations.

BUILD-UP & BREAKDOWN BADGES

Build-up and breakdown badges are issued by RAI onsite and carry the badge wearer's name, company and country. Pre-registration for RAI build-up and breakdown badges can be made from this link.

INSPECTION

During build-up and breakdown as well as during show days, RAI's Safety Inspectors will be performing regular checks to make sure that exhibitors and contractors are in compliance with RAI's safety regulations. For any questions, please contact RAI's Safety Department at safety@rai.nl.