In addition to submitting the contractor details through the above link, as a space only stand you will need to submit your stand plans for approval to show management by 18th September 2023. Please send all documents to Mila at mila@cleanandtidyhomeshow.com.

Documents will need to include: 

• Space Only Stand Plans
• Health & Safety Declaration - click here
• Method Statement - click here for more details and examples
• Risk Assessment - click here for more details and examples
• PLI Certificate

Below you can find:

• Recommended Space Only Stand Builders
• General Stand Fitting Regulations
• Fire Safety Guidelines

Recommended Space Only Stand Builders

Solutions2
Contact: Jess Winwood
Email: hello@solutions2uk.co.uk
Phone number: 07742 419289
Web: https://solutions2uk.co.uk/

Flow
Contact: Rob Sutton
Email: rob@flowdesignandbuild.co.uk
Phone number: 07936304766
Web: www.flowdesignandbuild.co.uk

Human Built
Contact: Andy Hickinbotham
Email: Andy.Hickinbotham@wearehumanbuilt.com
Phone number: 07760 172 326
Web: https://www.wearehumanbuilt.com/

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General Stand Fitting Regulations

• All advertising and logos must be within the specified height limits and must not be sited on back of dividing walls, especially where they overhang an adjoining stand.
• All stand structures, signs, exhibits etc. must be contained within the area allotted and may not project into or over the gangway.
• All painting on-site must be carried out with water-based paint. Finish shaving oil or cellulose base are not permitted to be applied on-site.
• Artificial flowers are highly flammable and give off toxic fumes. These must not be used for stand dressing.
• All stand structures must be completely self-supporting. Suspension may not be made from the roof of the exhibition halls, nor may any fixing be made to the structure of the building. Nothing may be drilled, attached or bolted to the hall floor.
• It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to examine the site allotted pre-show in order to avoid costly adjustments to stand structures from any building obstruction or pillars, for which the organisers cannot accept any responsibility.
• All solid timber under 25mm thick must be impregnated (pressure process) to CLASS 1 flame-resistant standard. Boards, plywood, chipboard etc. must be treated in the same way if they are under 18mm thick. Solid timber over 25mm thick need not be treated. All such treated timber must have BS476 CLASS 1 marked on them.

• Plastics used for construction and display purposes (including exhibits) must conform to BS478 Class 1 Fire Regulations. Lexan and Macralon are acceptable. Perspex must not be used. Polycarbonate is widely used for clear sheeting.
• Textile fabrics used for interior display purposes on the stand must be flameproof or purchased already treated by use of the approved chemicals in accordance with BS5438 and BS5852. Textile fabrics used for interior decorative purposes must be fixed taut and / or in tight pleats (not draped) to a solid backing and secured at least 50mm above floor level to avoid a trip hazard, not touching light fittings or other heat sources.
• On Space Only stands, the name and stand number of the company exhibiting must be displayed prominently on each side of the stand.
• All work must be carried out using non-flammable material.
• The Organisers may, at the expense of the exhibitor, remove or alter anything in, on, or forming part of any stand if, in their opinion, it is desirable to do so in the interests of the exhibition.
• The design of the stand must be such that it can be erected and dismantled within the time available.
• All doors must have a clear window (min size 250mm x 250mm). If being used by visitors, the door must be min 800mm wide and give a zone of visibility between 900mm and 1500mm above floor level.
• 16.All glazing used in the construction of stands must be safety glass. It must comply with the current UK Building Regulations and relevant British Standards, including BS6206 and BS6262. Any uninterrupted, large areas of clear glazing shall be indicated so as to be readily apparent (for example by warning stripes, dots or logos). Overhead glazing shall be of wired or laminated glass, or be otherwise adequately protected from shattering.
• Exhibitors are responsible for ensuring their stand contractor employs safe working practices and are aware of their responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act.
• Lone working, especially after-hours, is not permitted on-site. All persons must have a colleague to assist them where suitable.

If you have a space only site at the show, you have a legal obligation to build your stand to the required standards as outlined by the Venue, Organiser and Local Authority regulations, some of which are outlined below.

1. Space Only sites are not provided with any walling. On divided sites, exhibitors are responsible for erecting their own walls. Exhibitors may not use the back of other stand walls without the consent of that Exhibitor concerned. Such walls must be a minimum height of 2.5m and the walls must be dressed above 2.4m to a maximum height of 4m.

2. Solid runs of stand walls along gangway edges are forbidden. All stands, irrespective of height, must have at least 50% of each frontage either open or fitted with (approved) transparent material with no more than a 4m continuous run of solid walling. Please take neighbouring exhibitors into account when designing your stand.

3. Platforms - the provision of a platform may be regarded as necessary in order to cover some electrical installations and is the responsibility of the exhibitor. The general height of the platform should be no more than 100mm.

Open corners of stand floors and platform shall be splayed, rounded or angled, if not protected by heavy exhibits, to avoid sharp corners and tripping hazards. Platform edges must be fully highlighted and the use of the platform must be included in the Risk Assessments.

Due consideration must be given to the needs of disabled visitors. If a platform exceeds 38mm, it is recommended you incorporate a wheelchair access ramp. If a ramp is included the gradient must be no greater than 1:12, the ramp must be a minimum of 1m wide and be in a contrasting colour to the rest of the stand floor. It is also recommended that handrails be applied to either side of the ramp to assist the less mobile and prevent slips/trips.

If a ramp is not practical or safe, then exhibitors must ensure that compliance measures to the Equality Act are included in the open period Risk Assessment e.g products clearly displayed on the perimeter of stands, a portable ramp is available for use if required, stand staff are trained to understand the needs of the disabled and allow more time to deal with them, hearing loops available, seating with arms is provided, large format print etc.

Details of ‘super platforms’ (at a height of 600mm or more) to which persons have access must be submitted to the Organiser for approval of the Authorities. Please note that this is classified as a complex structure, therefore notification must be sent to the Organisers no later than 30 days before the event, including full structural calculations.

The flooring must not be less than a nominal 25mm thick. Platforms must be of a strength and stability to carry and distribute the weight of stand fittings, exhibits, stand personnel and visitors having regard to the live loading limits of the floors.

4. Branding is not permitted on the back of walls overlooking neighbouring exhibitors. Should there be a query regarding this onsite, the Organisers' decision is final.  

5. All speakers are to be positioned within the boundaries of the stand and angled so that they face inwards towards the centre point of the stand. Noise output will be monitored on-site and the Organisers reserve the right to terminate any display causing a nuisance.

6. Barriers are required to protect exposed edges of stairs, landings, balconies and other changes of level exceeding 380mm.

Fire Safety Guidelines

Exhibitors must adhere to the Local Authority and Fire Brigade Regulations.

Any goods on your stand must be Class 1 (B.S. 476) fire retardant and will be subject to the following regulations

Timber used in stand construction and displays
‍All timber under 1" thick must be impregnated (pressure process) to Class 1 standard. Boards, plywood, chipboard, etc., must be treated in the same way if they are under 3/4" thick - timber over 1" thick need not be treated. Treated boards will have BS476 Class 1 marked on them.

Plastics
‍Plastics used for construction and display purposes (including exhibits) must conform to BS476, Part 7/Class 1 Fire Regulations. Perspex must not be used; other polycarbonates or plastics that comply with BS476, Part 7/Class 1 can be used instead (Lexan and Macrolon are examples of acceptable alternatives).

Fabrics used in display
‍Textile fabrics used for interior display purposes on the stand must be flame proofed or purchased already treated by use of the approved chemicals, in accordance with BS5438.

Certain fabrics need not be proofed i.e. wool, twill and felt.

Textile fabrics used for interior decorative purposes within stands must be fixed taut and or/ in tight pleats (not draped) to a solid backing and secured 3"above floor level, not touching light fittings.

Stand dressing
‍Artificial plants and flowers are combustible and give off toxic fumes and must not be used for stand dressing. Silk type flowers are acceptable provided they have been fireproofed to BS476 (part 7) and are thus marked.

Gangways
The gangways used in this venue are the minimum permissible in law. Under no circumstances will exhibits, stand dressings, tables etc., be allowed to encroach into gangways. Offending items are liable, without warning, to be removed.

Storage
‍No excess stock, literature or packing cases may be stored on or around your stand.

Naked Flames
‍Naked flames or flammable liquids are only permitted if they are part of the product being exhibited and only at the discretion of the Venue's Fire Officer. A full Fire Risk Assessment must be carried out by a competent person on behalf of the Exhibitor, and all safety control measures so required must be in place at the show and the Venue Fire Officer notified. The Organisers must be notified at least 14 days prior to the tenancy, and permission gained in writing.