USHA conferences and seminars
USHA has an established history of successful conference events, providing a first class programme of speakers covering a wide range of current issues and providing an opportunity for members to network and share best of practice.
All our events are for USHA Members
The aim of USHA events is to:
- networking and information sharing
- dissemination of best practice
- celebrate successes
- launch new initiatives
- consult with the membership
- debate and discuss issues impacting the sector
Members who wish to host or facilitate a conference or training seminar on behalf of USHA should in the first instance contact USHA Secretary Vincent King This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
USHA Fire Conference 2020
Event date 3rd November 2020
The event will be delivered on Teams and you’ll receive an invite in due course. This is a FREE Event
NOTE; You will need to have teams downloaded on your device.
Please share with your local team or University Fire Safety Staff who it may be relevant to.
Conference Speakers
09.00 - 10.00 Private Student Accommodation Compliance - Simon Kemp - UNIPOL
10.30 - 11.30 Approved Document B Updates - Jon Cumberlidge - C3 Design Approvals
12.30 - 13.30 BS9997 Fire Risk Management Systems - BB7
14.00 - 15.00 Setting the Bar, A new competence regime for building a safer future - Neil Eggington, C3 Design Approvals
15.30 - 16.30 Fire Safety Bill - Hannah Eales, Kingsley Napley Law Firm
USHA Spring Conference 2020
Book your tickets now: 22nd - 23rd April 2020
I am delighted to confirm that registration for the USHA Spring Conference 2020, taking place on the 22nd – 23rd April at the Edgbaston Park Hotel and Conference Centre on the University of Birmingham campus, is now open!
Early Bird full packages are available NOW at a cost of £399 + VAT before Friday 14th February.
After this date the full package will increase to £450 + VAT so book as soon as you can!
Programme
Within the programme you will hear from a variety of inspiring and informative keynote speakers, such as Steve Boorman, Katharine Metters and David Thurston. As well as attending sessions you will have the chance to converse with your peers about some current hot topics within the sector... more information will be announced soon!
Social
For those arriving on Tuesday, USHA will be facilitating an additional networking opportunity by reserving a section of a restaurant. Please note, this is completely optional, and the cost of dinner is not included within your package. If you would be interested in attending, please let us know during registration and we’ll be in touch with further information closer to the event dates.
The Conference Dinner will take place at the Edgbaston Park Hotel and Conference Centre on 22nd April 2020 to maximise the great facilities onsite.
What’s new for 2020?
This year we are returning to our previous format of the traditional Spring Conference, with the main focus on the essential occupational health and safety services required throughout HE institutions across the UK.
The USHA Annual Conference will provide an excellent opportunity to hear from expert and knowledgeable speakers. It will give you plenty of networking time over the course of the event enabling you to meet up with old friends and make new, meaningful contacts along the way.
Travel
Finding your way to the event is easy! Its central location means that the venue is accessible via road, rail and air. For further travel information click here.
Meanwhile, if you have any queries, please feel free to contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 0161 428 1250.
We hope to see you in Birmingham!
Many thanks,
The USHA Events Team
USHA conference sponsorship
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Non USHA events