Compliance, risk and workplace safety take centre stage at A-OSH EXPO 2026

Occupational health and safety in South Africa remains under increasing pressure as regulatory oversight tightens, workplace risk profiles shift, and organisations face growing scrutiny around compliance and employee wellbeing.

From construction and manufacturing to logistics, mining and commercial property, safety performance is directly linked to operational continuity and reputational protection.

A-OSH EXPO 2026, taking place from 2 to 4 June at Gallagher Convention Centre, places occupational health and safety in South Africa at the centre of the conversation. Co-located with Securex South Africa, Facilities Management Expo, Firexpo and RE+ South Africa, the event reflects how workplace safety, risk management, fire safety compliance and operational efficiency intersect in real-world environments.

For safety practitioners, SHEQ professionals, risk managers and compliance officers, this is a practical working environment — not a theoretical showcase.

Regulatory compliance and practical risk control

Occupational health and safety in South Africa is no longer limited to policies and documentation. Organisations must demonstrate measurable safety performance, proactive hazard identification, and effective incident prevention strategies.

Visitors to A-OSH EXPO can explore:

• Personal protective equipment innovations.
• Workplace monitoring and detection systems.
• Occupational hygiene solutions.
• Fall protection and working-at-height systems.
• Safety training and compliance services.
• Digital reporting and risk management platforms.

The show’s free-to-attend Saiosh Seminar Theatre and Working at Height Seminar Theatre will unpack current compliance requirements, enforcement trends, and practical strategies to strengthen workplace safety performance.

Exhibitor showcase

A-OSH EXPO 2026 will feature a diverse range of occupational health and safety solutions designed to strengthen compliance, reduce workplace risk, and improve operational resilience in South Africa. From PPE innovations and fall protection systems to digital risk management platforms and occupational hygiene technologies, exhibitors will showcase practical tools that safety professionals can implement immediately. The breadth of solutions on display reflects the growing complexity of occupational health and safety in South Africa and the need for integrated, measurable safety performance strategies.

North Tech (Hall 3, Stand E34a) will display its most advanced Bullet-Trapp at A-OSH EXPO 2026. The solution stops an Accidental Discharge (AD) with less health risks to the shooter. Additional improvements this year include being able to report an AD to a cell phone or control room according to the client’s needs.

Plum Safety ApS (Hall 3, Stand A07) will showcase emergency eyewash, first aid stations, and rapid-response solutions for hazardous workplaces. Visitors can explore compliant, easy-to-use systems that reduce injury severity, improve response time, and help safety managers and PPE professionals protect workers across industrial, laboratory, and construction environments.

Trigas (Hall 3, Stand A15), specialists in gas detection and connected safety, will be launching its new Blackline Safety G8 and EXO 8.

Torga Optical & Uvex (Hall 3, Stand E39) will showcase prescription safety spectacles tailored to the wearer’s vision while providing certified workplace eye protection. Compliant with EN 166, the spectacles protect against UV radiation, dust, and flying particles while functioning as corrective lenses for clear vision in safety-critical environments.

Visitors to World Wide Industrial & Systems Engineers (Hall 3, Stand E30) stand will experience how IT security, governance, and compliance come together as one structured system. From ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and AI governance to SOC services and e-learning, they assist organisations to move from reactive firefighting to controlled, measurable operations that protect, support, and grow the business.

AMS Haden Instrument and Mining Services (Hall 3, Stand E40) is showcasing real-time environmental and occupational hygiene monitoring solutions from Casella and Oizom.

A-OSH EXPO sponsor, SHEilds (Hall 3 Stand C05), is introducing its new Bundle Range, bringing together industry-recognised qualifications, practical learning, and clear progression into one powerful pathway, in a South African first.

HSEC Online (Hall 2, Stand A01) provides a smarter way to manage safety, risk, and compliance. It gives you real-time visibility, control, and confidence across your entire operation.

Safety performance as business performance

According to Mark Anderson, Portfolio Director at Montgomery Group Africa, occupational safety has become a strategic business function. “Organisations are under pressure to protect employees while maintaining productivity and regulatory compliance. A-OSH EXPO connects safety professionals with practical tools and technologies that strengthen compliance and reduce operational risk.”

Co-location strengthens this value. Visitors can evaluate how occupational health and safety in South Africa integrates with facilities management, fire protection and security infrastructure in one visit, saving time while strengthening cross-functional alignment.

“For professionals responsible for workplace compliance, risk mitigation and employee wellbeing, A-OSH EXPO 2026 provides direct access to suppliers, specialists, and solutions that can be implemented immediately. We encourage visitors to beat the queues by pre-registering for free at: https://tickets.tixsa.co.za/event/a-osh-expo-south-africa-2026,” says Anderson.

Organisations wishing to exhibit at A-OSH EXPO 2026, can contact the A-OSH EXPO team on: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to book a space or capitalise on a sponsorship opportunity.

See some of the A-OSH EXPO 2025 highlights https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xgOUusGJFf4

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