An official City of Tampa Logo website.
Turning in tampa

Safety & First Aid

The safety of our guests and employees is of great concern to us. Our staff has been trained to assist with emergencies. 

Building Security

Our in-house security command is available 24 hours a day to assist with any security needs. Report any suspicious behavior or activities as quickly as possible.

First Aid Kit

First Aid Stations

  • First Floor: Located just past Meeting Room 111.
  • Third Floor: Located in the back corner of the East Exhibit Hall.

Paramedics on-site

Paramedics are on-site for certain events and may be contacted by radio by event staff.

Nearest Hospital

Tampa General Hospital is a level I trauma center located directly across the water from the Tampa Convention Center on Davis Islands.

Phone: (813) 844-7000
Address: 1 Tampa General Circle, Tampa 33606

Automatic External Defibrillators (AED)

10 AEDs are located throughout the building at the below locations. Security and Convention Center staff can assist you. If a Paramedic is on duty, they may be contacted by radio by event staff to respond with their portable AED equipment. All TCC city staff members are also trained in AED use and CPR.

  • First floor:
    • Inside the Franklin Street Entrance Alcove (next to Ballroom D)
    • Inside Rotunda (near the water end of the building) across from Street Eats cafe (between Meeting Room 117 & Ballroom A)
    • Across from Meeting Room 110
    • Outside at Big Ray's Fish Camp (by The Sail Plaza)
  • Second Floor:
    • West Registration (across from The Landing - near water end of the building)
  • Third floor:
    • At Central Hall Entrance (on West Hall side)
    • At East Hall Entrance
    • Back of West Hall next to Dock Door 2
    • Outside Meeting Rooms 304-305
  • Fourth floor:
    • Outside Meeting Room 411-412

Fire Alarm

If the building alarm sounds with the automated evacuation notice, please walk as quickly as possible to the designated safe location of The Sail Plaza, along the Riverwalk (outside the Channel Entrance - by the Marina and Front Drive).


Connect With Us