Sheldon Primus, MPA, COSM, COSS

The Safety Consultant Podcast

The Safety Consultant Podcast with Sheldon Primus is your ultimate weekly guide to starting or growing a profitable occupational safety and health consulting business. Are you ready to be your own boss and make a greater impact? Your expertise can help more people create safer workplaces, and your skills deserve a platform where they can truly shine. If you feel limited in your current role and believe your knowledge could serve the broader workforce more effectively, this podcast is for you. Join us as we explore the steps to launch your own safety consulting business, share insights on navig...

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Sheldon Primus, MPA, COSM, COSS

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Latest episode

Jun 29, 2026

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Episodes

Presenting for Success 07.06.2021

In this episode, Sheldon goes over the steps to creating a successful presentation. He goes over what to consider when writing a title, objectives, resources, and more.

4 Pillars of Support for the Consultant 31.05.2021

In this episode, Sheldon reviews his 4 pillars of support for the consultant. These pillars are: 1. Encouraging partner 2. Faith 3. Mentoring 4. Quality Resources.

My Instructor Fail! 24.05.2021

Sheldon shares an instructor fail that he had during a training session. He give tips on how to save face and to have fun with it.

The Return of Dr. Jay Allen 17.05.2021

Dr. Jay Allen of Safety FM returns to the show to be interviewed by Sheldon. They speak about Safety FM, the transportation industry, COVID-19, Corporate culture and safety culture, and so much more.

OSHA Recordkeeping Part 2 10.05.2021

In the episode, Sheldon finishes his review of 29 CFR 1904 OSHA Recordkeeping. The recordkeeping standard is mysterious, but this podcast clarifies the standard.

Understanding OSHA Recordkeeping Part 1 03.05.2021

In this episode, Sheldon goes over what criteria are needed to have an injury or illness to be considered OSHA recordable. This part one of a two part series.

What are the competencies, skills, and qualifications for an EHS consultant? 26.04.2021

In this episode, Sheldon goes over some competencies, skills, and qualifications for an EHS consultant. He uses the framework from the Singapore Accord and ANSI to tackle this issue.

Construction Engineer and Safety Expert Taha Khalil 19.04.2021

In this episode, Sheldon speaks with Construction Engineer and Safety Expert Taha Khalil. Accredited Consultant Engineer by the Saudi Council of Engineers SCE, with more than 25 years of broad experience in Management of Health Safety & Environment (HSE). Mr. Khalil is one of the KSA/GCC leading Safety Expert's for Multinationals, Midsize Businesses’. Is is also founder of Safety, Health, &amp...

Threads of Enlightenment with Ken Primus 12.04.2021

In this episode, Sheldon is being interviewed by his eldest brother Ken Primus, host of the Thread of Enlightenment podcast. They talk about Sheldon's story, tips to success, race, gender inequality, motivation, drive, and general brother fun stuff! Threads of Enlightenment podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1036666

OSHA Compliance Show-COVID19 NEP 05.04.2021

In this episode, Sheldon goes into his initial thoughts on the OSHA National Emphasis program for COVID-19. He reviews the impact the new compliance enforcement efforts from OSHA to businesses.

The Return of the Tip of the Week 29.03.2021

In this week's episode, Sheldon gives you a few tips of the weeks from the past and 1 new one regarding the new OSHA COVID-19 NEP.

Joshua and Ikumi of the Primus Effect YouTube Channel: Secrets to Succeeding on YouTube 22.03.2021

In this episode, Sheldon speaks with the 2 YouTube rising stars Joshua and Ikumi of the Primus Effect. They tell us how they got started and the journey in being travel vloggers on YouTube. They also give tips as to SEO, Cover Art, Analytics, Production and more. You can be coached by Josh and Ikumi by emailing them primuseffect@gmail.com.

Phillip Russell, Board Certified OSHA and Strategic Labor and Employment Lawyer 15.03.2021

In this episode, Sheldon talks to attorney Phillip Russell about labor law related to worker safety and OSHA. LinkedIn Profile: I help businesses when OSHA shows up for an inspection following a fatality or other reason. I have represented clients in construction, manufacturing, and other high-hazard industries in over 100 fatality cases and hundreds of other types of cases. I make sure OSHA condu...

Solopreneur Coach: Vanessa Zamy 08.03.2021

In this episode, Sheldon speaks with solopreneur success coach Vanessa Zamy. She goes over values that she sees for success and key things that hinder growth. They also discuss mindset issues for the entrepreneur.

EurOSM Dee Arp Dip2OSH CMIOSH MIIRSM MCIEA 01.03.2021

In this week's episode, Sheldon talks with the COO of the international cerification body, NEBOSH. Dee speaks about her path to NEBOSH, the goals of the organization, how COVID-19 protocols lead to changes with the company and many other things. Degree: NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Certificate of Continuing Education Principles and Practice of Assessment studying for M...

One young man's journey to success 22.02.2021

In this episode, Sheldon tells a story about a young man that went from being a garbage collector to running his own business. He never gave up through no college education until as a working adult, divorce, working midnight shifts, using his 401 to start his business, and many other things. The story is tremendous and triumphant and gives hope to all that hear his story.

5 Tips to be the favorite instructor 15.02.2021

5 Tips to be the favorite instructor 1. Know your material inside and out 2. Be prepared for any disaster 3. Don’t preach, but teach 4. Be respectful and personable of the ladies and men that work at the facility 5. Always help set up and tearing down

Top 5 Reasons people start a consulting business & Top 5 Reasons they talk themselves out of it. 08.02.2021

In this episode, Sheldon goes over the top 5 reasons people start a consulting business and the top 5 reasons people talk themselves out of starting a consulting business. He gives his thoughts as to each of the points through personal experiences. Top 5 Reasons People Start a Consulting Business 1. Family obligations 2. Testing the waters for retirement 3. Burnout from employer 4. Being laid off...

Start your Safety Consultant Business, Right Now! 01.02.2021

Now is the time to start a safety consulting business. In the US, OSHA is back with regulations and direction. Many companies will need direction to stay in compliance. Across the globe, you can help with regulations, COVID-19 mitigation (if you have that experience), or even safety and health concerns that you have observed.

OSHA Update Show: January 25, 2021 25.01.2021

In this week's episode, Sheldon goes over the Executive Order by President Biden to have OSHA respond to the COVID-19 pandamic. Also, he goes over the OSHA recordkeeping electronic reporting requirement and the new increased penalties.

Safety FM+ Episode 18.01.2021

In this week's episode, Sheldon in plays the Safety FM+ show Around the Safety Pod. It's a show that scours the internet for any safety and health podcast and plays 10 clips. Sheldon is a fan of the show and the Safety FM+ channel. Buckle in and let's have some fun! More about the Around the Safety Pod: Have you wanted to know what is going on in the world of safety podcasts but don't have the tim...

Cassandra Dillon, MS, CESCO, SHEP, CSSM, COSS 11.01.2021

In this episode, Sheldon speaks with Cassandra Dillon on a variety of issues from her safety career, fighting for wage and race equality in safety and society. Cassandra is an instructor for the Certified Occupational Safety Specialist Program and a adjunct professor. Additionally, she is a minister. She says that she will save your life or save your soul.

100th Episode with Jay Allen 04.01.2021

This 100th episode edition is Sheldon celebrating with Dr. Jay Allen of Safety FM, Safety FM Plus, and Radio Big. They talk about the impact of the show, the Safety FM station, Sheldon's progression with the show and a few new revelations.

Road to 100 episodes-The Music Episode 01.01.2021

In this episode, Sheldon continues the road to 100 episodes with a New Year's Day music episode. Sheldon writes and produces all the songs that you will hear (except for a remix he did of a Todd Terry song). Sit back and enjoy this with headphones, so you can get the full effect of the music production.

Road to 100 episodes-Pedro Maciel 31.12.2020

In this week's episode, Sheldon and Pedro catch up after his heart attack this summer. They talk about his new lifestyle and mindset. Also, he gives Sheldon advice for life beyond 100th episodes.

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