Trade Show Booth and Exhibit Safety Inspection Checklist
Trade show booth failures, electrical fires, and product demonstration accidents are documented risks at exhibitions. This inspection verifies booth safety before the show floor opens, covering IAEE guidelines and convention center EAC requirements.
- Industry: Events & Entertainment
- Frequency: Per Show
- Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
- Role: Exhibit Manager / Trade Show Safety Inspector
- Total Items: 25
Booth Structure and Stability
Verify booth structure is stable and safe.
- All booth structure elements stable and not at risk of tipping or collapse?
- Booth height within convention center maximum (typically 8 ft inline, 20 ft island)?
- No sharp edges or protruding elements at attendee eye or body level?
- Floor coverings secured and not creating tripping hazards?
- Overhead hanging items secured against falling?
Electrical Safety
Verify booth electrical safety.
- Electrical power drawn from convention center show power (not personal generators)?
- Electrical connections made by convention center licensed electrician if required?
- No extension cords daisy-chained?
- Cables covered or secured in attendee walking areas?
- All electrical equipment UL-listed or equivalent?
Product Demonstration Hazards
Assess product demonstration safety.
- Barriers or boundaries establishing safe demo zones around hazardous demonstrations?
- Hazardous materials or chemicals approved by convention center?
- Product demonstrations staffed by trained personnel at all times?
- No open flame without convention center approval?
Fire Safety Compliance
Verify booth fire safety compliance.
- All drapes, carpets, and booth fabrics flame-resistant certified?
- No combustible packing materials stored in booth area?
- 18-inch clearance below sprinkler heads maintained?
- Aisle clearance maintained per convention center requirements?
ADA Accessibility
Verify booth accessibility.
- Accessible route into booth for wheelchair users?
- At least one service counter section at ADA-accessible height (28-34 inches)?
- Product demonstrations accessible to guests with disabilities?
Emergency Egress Compliance
Verify booth does not obstruct show floor egress.
- Booth does not extend into or obstruct designated show floor aisles?
- Booth does not obstruct emergency exits or egress routes?
- Booth staff know locations of nearest emergency exits?
- Load-out plan compliant with convention center breakdown procedures?
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Why Use This Trade Show Booth and Exhibit Safety Inspection Checklist?
This trade show booth and exhibit safety inspection checklist helps events & entertainment teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for exhibit manager / trade show safety inspector professionals, this checklist covers 25 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: per show.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Trade Show Booth and Exhibit Safety Inspection Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 25 inspection items across 6 sections: Booth Structure and Stability, Electrical Safety, Product Demonstration Hazards, Fire Safety Compliance, ADA Accessibility, Emergency Egress Compliance. It is designed for events & entertainment operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed per show. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.
Who should use this Trade Show Booth and Exhibit Safety Inspection Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Exhibit Manager / Trade Show Safety Inspector professionals in the events & entertainment industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.