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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Jun 29, 2026

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Episodes

Spring 2022 OSHA Update 17.05.2022

In this episode, Sheldon goes over what's new with OSHA. He interprets the homepage of OSHA.gov and gives tips to find new clients. Join Sheldon for the Demystifying OSHA event. www.primuswebinar.com

Grow You Business Through Gratitude 09.05.2022

In this short episode, Sheldon goes over the things that he is grateful for in his life and business. The Law of Attraction starts with gratitude. Sheldon is grateful for: Higher Power, Family, Clients, Mentors, Friends, Resources, Podcast family. Don't forget to subscribe, share and comment on this podcast!

Take Action to Start or Grow Your Safety Consultant Business Today (Short) 02.05.2022

In this short episode, Sheldon reviews some lessons from 2022 (SO FAR) and encourages you to take action to get your business started. It is important to move from a passive posture when starting your business to action that will produce income.

New OSHA Recordkeeping Proposed Rule that will Grow Your Business 29.04.2022

In this episode, Sheldon talks about the impact of the new OSHA recordkeeping rule that will create a demand for consultants. OSHA is seeking to required the 300, 301, and 300a forms from select industries. This episode will give you tips as to how you can use this data and initiative to gain new clients. Attend the Demystifying OSHA Compliance event: www.primuswebinar.com

3 Compliance Services to Jumpstart Your Consultancy 19.04.2022

In this week's episode, Sheldon shares 3 compliance services that you can use to start your consulting business today. These are written programs, compliance audits, and compliance training. Also, Sheldon gives tips as to how to price each service. If you need more help with OSHA compliance, then register for the Demystifying OSHA Compliance webinar at www.primuswebinar.com

What Safety Designation/Certifications are Needed to be a Safety Consultant 12.04.2022

In this episode, Sheldon speaks about the mindset about getting a safety designation/certification. First, Why do you need one? Second, EHS degrees always trump designations. Third, What are clients looking for in a designation All these considerations and more are discussed in this episode. Also, Sheldon is doing a "Demystify OSHA Compliance" webinar/workshop in May 2022. Early bird Tickets are n...

Scott Coleman, CEO of Preventure 04.04.2022

In this episode, Sheldon speaks with Scott Coleman the Founder and CEO of Preventure the wearable technology that will prevent workplace injuries using Sports Science technology. Preventure.live enables Safety professionals to reduce workplace injury risk in a measurable way, using wearable technology, video analysis and valid, reliable data. Workers to reduce their own injury risk using wearable...

Ren Lu You, CEO Frontline Data Solutions 28.03.2022

In this episode, Sheldon speaks with Ren Lu You the CEO of Frontline Data Solutions. Frontline is a optimization tool for data related to safety and health culture and compliance. Sheldon and Ren talk about his journey into safety from Harvard Business School and capital management. For more information: https://www.fldata.com/?grsf=gwf9cq

What will events look like to you in a post pandemic society? 21.03.2022

In this episode, Sheldon asks what does events look like for your business post pandemic. Will you be doing more events in person? If so, Sheldon goes over some considerations for that. If you choose to do online events, then what will that look like in 2022?

7 things that I've learned from podcasting for 3 years. 14.03.2022

In this episode, Sheldon goes over the 7 things that he has learned from 3 years of podcasting. 1-People love resources 2-Podcasting is hard, but rewarding 3-Capturing someone's attention virtually is a skill set 4- Your audience will let you know what they want to hear 5- You don't need a sponsor to start a podcast 6-Safety is multi-faceted and changing constantly 7-I like doing interviews Please...

E-tools for training and Resources from OSHA 07.03.2022

In this episode, Sheldon goes over the OSHA website's etools and resource sections. Using etools as resources for your online classes or for clients is value added training. The US OSHA has a robust website for hazard recognition, evaluation, and controls. Using the etool, vtools, expert advisors, and checklists can get you praise from clients and students.

The Power of an Email List 28.02.2022

In this episode, Sheldon reviews the power of an email list. An email list will: 1) Direct the conversation with the potential client 2) Reach people at their inbox 3) Allow people to get to know you 4) Send resources directly to your list 5) Have an intimate setting for conversation Sheldon then goes over "How" to get an email list. 1) Class Rosters 2)Contests 3)LIve Events 4) Landing pages 5) Ut...

What's next for OSHA after the failed vaccine mandate? 21.02.2022

In this episode, Sheldon goes over what to expect now after OSHA's failed to get a vaccine mandate passed nationally. OSHA says: COVID-19 In order to determine whether the exposure occurred in the work environment or occurred away from work, the employer must evaluate the employee's work duties and environment. To address this issue the employer must follow the criteria in OSHA’s recordkeeping reg...

Gabe Glynn: Makusafe Co-Founder 16.02.2022

In today's interview, Sheldon speaks with MakuSafe Co-founder Gabriel Glynn. MākuSafe® is an award-winning Safety, Data & Analytics solution aimed at improving worker health, safety, and productivity while reducing incidents and mitigating workplace hazards and risk exposures. The patented MākuSafe® system combines a robust safety management software platform with innovative wearable technolog...

The Art of the Proposal -ASSP Webinar 2022 05.02.2022

As a safety consultant, the proposal is the gateway to servicing your potential clients. Proposals are also the cornerstone to a profitable safety consulting company. However, creating a proposal can be tricky due to multiple factors that can confuse the consultant. This presentation will reveal the art of creating an effective and impressive proposal and teach the value of repeat customers. Topic...

OSHA Recordkeeping 2022 Part 3 25.01.2022

In this episode, Sheldon finishes up the OSHA recordkeeping 2022 training with a review of exceptions and a overview of the OSHA 300, 300a, and 301 forms. For more help, you can register for the OSHA recordkeeping seminar at www.primuswebinar.com

OSHA Recordkeeping 2022 Part 2 20.01.2022

Sheldon continues his series on OSHA recordkeeping that reviews the basic 5 criteria for considering an illness or injury an OSHA recordable event.

OSHA Recordkeeping 2022 Part 1 10.01.2022

In this episode, Sheldon takes on OSHA recordkeeping and who needs to report illnesses and injuries. The US has a compliance deadline of March 2, 2022 for submitting injury data online (some employers). This episode will be one of at least 3, with each episode being bite size. Please Subscribe to the podcast, so you don't miss any of this informative series.

Alex Outhred: Poker Pro and Consultant 03.01.2022

In this episode, Sheldon speaks with poker pro Alex Outhred on decision making, understanding perceptions that cause you to make actions, instructional design techniques, poker during the pandemic, and how to promote your business through taking care of the clients. Visit Alex's poker pro page: https://introwise.com/alexpokerguy/

What I learned in 2021 27.12.2021

In the final episode of 2021, Sheldon reveals what he learned from the podcast and the year 2021. Join Sheldon as he reviews lessons from episodes of 2021. After the reflection, Sheldon lets you know what to expect for 2022.

OSHA Compliance Christmas 2021 episode 20.12.2021

In this episode, Sheldon goes over the breaking US news about OSHA's vaccine mandate and testing for COVID-19. He also wishes his audience a very Merry Christmas!

Dave Ferro 14.12.2021

Dave Ferro is your support system. Dave is an OH&S consultant that provides his clients the tools they need to be assured in their procedures and confident in business. He believes in building collaborative relationships and fully understanding his client’s needs. Dave is a strong believer in looking after the best interests of his clients. Having an OH&S Management System in place protect...

Phil La Duke 06.12.2021

In this episode, Sheldon interviews speaker and author, Phil La Duke. They talk about his writings, career as a motion picture safety consultant, workplace violence, and many other things related to safety and health practitioners and some really crazy beliefs going on in the world today. This information is suited for adults only.

US Thanksgiving Week Short 26.11.2021

Thank you for being a listener! I'll be back with full episodes December 6, 2021.

Uncle Bill Stittiner Part 2 18.11.2021

My continuing conversation with a member volunteer of the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP), Bill Stettiner about the need to address true barriers to inclusion in safety careers.

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