Feel prepared before you arrive
A visit preparation guide for the fictional Northstar Services workplace. A few details from your host can make the first arrival easier.
Plan the visit
Getting here
- Confirm the address and entrance
- Check the approved travel and parking guidance
On arrival
- Know who is expecting you
- Confirm any visitor registration requirements
Working here
- Find the spaces and facilities you need
- Ask about accessibility arrangements in advance
Questions for your host
| Topic | Ask before you travel |
|---|---|
| Arrival | Which entrance should I use, and who should I ask for? |
| Working space | Where will we meet, and what equipment should I bring? |
| Accessibility | Who can help arrange the access or facilities I need? |
| Local guidance | Where can I find the workplace’s current visitor and safety information? |
Start with your host
Confirm the meeting point and how to contact the person expecting you. When you arrive, ask for an introduction to the spaces you will use and the local information you need. The photograph is an illustration of a workplace welcome area.
Before your first visit
What if my travel plan changes?
Tell your host as soon as you can, including the changed arrival time and whether the meeting plan needs to change.
What should I confirm before bringing a visitor?
Ask your host about the current registration process and any information the visitor needs before arrival.