Basic Proposal Structure
In this week's episode, Sheldon goes over how to structure a proposal to give you the best chance of landing a potential client.
Jun 21, 2021•56 min•Season 3Ep. 124
Safety Consultant with Sheldon Primus
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 navigating the industry, and provide strategies to maximize your impact on workplace health and safety. Now is the perfect time to take control of your career and make a difference!
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Episodes
OSHA Update June 2021
In this episode, Sheldon goes over the current OSHA initiatives including COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standard, Vaccination, Injury and Illness Prevention Program, Joe Biden Administration and OSHA's future, and other updates to US OSHA.
Jun 14, 2021•1 hr 27 min•Season 3Ep. 123
Presenting for Success
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.
Jun 07, 2021•22 min•Season 3Ep. 122
4 Pillars of Support for the Consultant
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.
May 31, 2021•34 min•Season 3Ep. 121
My Instructor Fail!
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.
May 24, 2021•18 min•Season 3Ep. 120
The Return of Dr. Jay Allen
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.
May 17, 2021•56 min•Season 3Ep. 119
OSHA Recordkeeping Part 2
In the episode, Sheldon finishes his review of 29 CFR 1904 OSHA Recordkeeping. The recordkeeping standard is mysterious, but this podcast clarifies the standard.
May 10, 2021•1 hr 27 min•Season 3Ep. 118
Understanding OSHA Recordkeeping Part 1
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.
May 03, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 3Ep. 117
What are the competencies, skills, and qualifications for an EHS consultant?
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.
Apr 26, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 116
Construction Engineer and Safety Expert Taha Khalil
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, & Environmental Action Centre (SHEAC). SHEAC is one of Saudi Arabia's Leading provider of Safety Tra...
Apr 19, 2021•1 hr 48 min•Season 3Ep. 115
Threads of Enlightenment with Ken Primus
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
Apr 12, 2021•1 hr 32 min•Season 3Ep. 114
OSHA Compliance Show-COVID19 NEP
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.
Apr 05, 2021•49 min•Season 3Ep. 113
The Return of the Tip of the Week
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.
Mar 29, 2021•47 min•Season 3Ep. 112
Joshua and Ikumi of the Primus Effect YouTube Channel: Secrets to Succeeding on YouTube
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.
Mar 22, 2021•1 hr 48 min•Season 3Ep. 111
Phillip Russell, Board Certified OSHA and Strategic Labor and Employment Lawyer
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 conducts a proper inspection with the goal of avoiding or minimizing a citation. I also defend businesses...
Mar 15, 2021•1 hr 36 min•Season 3Ep. 110
Solopreneur Coach: Vanessa Zamy
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.
Mar 08, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Season 3Ep. 109
EurOSM Dee Arp Dip2OSH CMIOSH MIIRSM MCIEA
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 Masters in Education with Cambridge University Affiliation: Chartered Safety and Health Practitioner ...
Mar 01, 2021•1 hr 31 min•Season 2Ep. 108
One young man's journey to success
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.
Feb 22, 2021•27 min•Season 2Ep. 107
5 Tips to be the favorite instructor
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
Feb 15, 2021•25 min•Season 2Ep. 106
Top 5 Reasons people start a consulting business & Top 5 Reasons they talk themselves out of it.
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 5. Restless and needing a challenge Top 5 Reasons People Talk Themselves out of Starting a Consultin...
Feb 08, 2021•37 min•Season 2Ep. 105
Start your Safety Consultant Business, Right Now!
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.
Feb 01, 2021•20 min•Season 2Ep. 104
OSHA Update Show: January 25, 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.
Jan 25, 2021•56 min•Season 2Ep. 103
Safety FM+ Episode
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 time? Todd Conklin and Jay Allen have come up with a solution for you. Safety FM+ have done the work fo...
Jan 18, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 102
Cassandra Dillon, MS, CESCO, SHEP, CSSM, COSS
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.
Jan 11, 2021•2 hr 39 min•Season 2Ep. 101
100th Episode with Jay Allen
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.
Jan 04, 2021•2 hr 24 min•Season 2Ep. 100
Road to 100 episodes-The Music Episode
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.
Jan 01, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 99
Road to 100 episodes-Pedro Maciel
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.
Dec 31, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Season 2Ep. 98
Road to 100th episode-Dr. Linda Martin, PhD.
In this week's episode, Sheldon speaks with Dr. Linda Martin the Lorax about her life as an academic, the world of safety and health, and her life in general. Linda also give me good advice for beyond 100 episodes.
Dec 30, 2020•1 hr 29 min•Season 2Ep. 97
Road to 100th Episode-Sam Goodman
In today's episode, Sheldon continues the road to 100th episode with Sam Goodman the HOP Nerd. They speak about a bunch regarding what Sam is up to during these days, and he gives Sheldon some thoughts for beyond 100 episodes.
Dec 29, 2020•1 hr 45 min•Season 2Ep. 96
The Road to 100th Episodes Day 1
In this week, Sheldon talks about his upcoming week of daily podcast episodes leading to episode 100 on January 4th. Sheldon goes over some emails and notes from listeners. He also teases the upcoming services that will help consultants reduce overhead and grow their businesses.
Dec 28, 2020•20 min•Season 2Ep. 95
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