CONFERENCE 2026
Safety-7 Conference 2026
300 to 400 safety and health professionals, industrial hygienists, OSHA officials, and industry leaders attend Safety-7 exhibit where the decisions get made.
Inside Safety-7 Conference & Expo
3 days of keynotes, hands-on workshops, and industry networking bringing together 300 to 400 safety leaders at the Marriott Downtown Des Moines, October 19 to 21, 2026.
Venue & Dates
Safety-7 Conference & Expo
Mark your calendar three days in Des Moines built around one goal: making your workplace measurably safer.
October 19-21, 2026
Des Moines Marriott Downtown Des Moines, Iowa
Venue & Dates
Safety-7 Conference & Expo
Three days of education, industry discussion, and networking built to help you bring real safety improvements back to your organization.
October 19-21, 2026
Des Moines Marriott Downtown Des Moines, Iowa
Our Impact
33 Years Of Regional Safety Leadership
From a single regional chapter to 100+ member companies across 4 states every number behind Region VII represents a workplace made safer.
Years building the regional safety community
33+
Member companies across 4 states
100+
Years of annual conferences hosted
19+
Why Attend
What You'll Walk Away With
Safety-7 Conference & Expo brings education, connection, and real solutions together for three days in Des Moines.
Education
Sessions led by OSHA representatives and VPP-approved sites covering compliance updates, hazard prevention, and safety program management you can apply immediately.
Networking
Industry Expo
What's Included
One Registration. A Full Safety Education.
Keynote speakers, breakout sessions, hands-on workshops, networking events, and an exhibitor expo all in one registration.
Keynotes & Breakouts
Hear from speakers like Rod Courtney, 30-year safety culture consultant, then go deeper in focused breakout tracks.
Hands-On Workshops
Build practical skills through workshops you can apply on the floor the moment you’re back at work.
Networking & Expo
Meet safety managers, compliance officers, and vendors showcasing the tools shaping the industry right now.
Conference Gallery
Moments From Region VII Events
A look at the people, sessions, and connections that define our safety community.
Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the questions we hear most before someone registers for Safety-7.
Who should attend Safety-7?
Safety professionals, VPP site representatives, and anyone responsible for workplace safety across Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, and Nebraska.