🚀 Dive into the future of workplace safety with our latest blog post on revolutionizing EHS training through Learning Management Systems (LMS)! Say goodbye to boring binders and hello to engaging, interactive learning. Discover how an LMS can transform compliance, cut costs, and create a culture of safety that sticks. 💡🔒 Whether you're looking to streamline your safety training or enhance compliance, this post has all the insights you need. Let's make safety training exciting again! #SafetyFi...
Feb 12, 2024•27 min•Season 4Ep. 255
Employers hire safety and health consultants for a variety of reasons, often related to ensuring a safe and compliant work environment. Here are some of the primary reasons: 1. Expertise and Specialization: Safety and health consultants have specialized knowledge and skills in identifying and managing workplace hazards. They can provide expert advice that the internal staff may not possess. 2. Regulatory Compliance: Employers must adhere to various local, state, and federal regulations. Consulta...
Feb 06, 2024•20 min•Season 4Ep. 254
In this enlightening episode titled "2024's Compliance Horizon: Navigating OSHA's Expanded Recordkeeping Rule," we delve into the pivotal updates to OSHA's Recordkeeping regulations that came into effect on January 1, 2024. Aimed primarily at high-hazard industries, these amendments are set to reshape how establishments report and submit injury and illness data. The episode provides a detailed walkthrough of the expanded electronic submission requirements, emphasizing the inclusion of OSHA Form ...
Jan 29, 2024•28 min•Season 4Ep. 253
In this engaging episode of the "Safety Consultant Show with Sheldon Primus," host Sheldon Primus expertly navigates the crucial topic of strategic hiring in the realm of safety consulting. Sheldon addresses a pivotal challenge many safety consultants face: discerning the right time and approach to expand their team. He offers a comprehensive guide on recognizing the signs indicating the need for team expansion, underscoring that hiring should be a strategic choice aligned with business growth, ...
Jan 21, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 252
Join Sheldon Primus in this insightful episode of 'Safety Consultant with Sheldon Primus' where he shares top strategies for growing your safety consulting business without financial strain. Discover the power of networking, social media, content creation, and much more in the safety consulting industry. Sheldon provides valuable tips on utilizing free resources effectively for business expansion. Perfect for safety professionals and consultants eager to enhance their business with cost-effectiv...
Jan 15, 2024•25 min•Season 4Ep. 241
In this episode, I review an incident that was told to me on my Facebook group "Safety Consultant". A supervisor was bullying a new hire by constant teasing. The new hire got fed up and shook his can of coke and it spewed in the supervisor's face during lunch. Everyone laughed at the supervisor. The new hire later on took of his hard hat to wipe some sweat off his head and the supervisor wrote him up for not having his safety gear on as retaliation. The people in the group reading this post gave...
Jan 08, 2024•14 min•Season 4Ep. 240
In this episode, Sheldon speaks to a former OTIEC student, Justin Barksdale of Barksdale Safety Solutions. Justin talks about his safety consulting journey and gives tips on how to work your business part-time and even grow to employ workers.
Dec 20, 2023•1 hr 50 min•Season 4Ep. 239
Welcome to another insightful episode of "Safety Consultant with Sheldon Primus." Today, we're diving into the world of traveling consultants and how to turn your journey into a thriving business opportunity. In this episode, I share my personal experiences of growing my consulting business while embracing the full-time RVer lifestyle. Learn how planning your own events in various locations can significantly expand your client base and enhance your brand's reach. Discover the practicalities and ...
Dec 12, 2023•22 min•Season 4Ep. 238
🌟 Today's episode is all about AgriSphere - yes, the AgriSphere! They're not just your regular company; they're like the superheroes of the agriculture industry, blending the power of cloud-based solutions with the magic of safety and operational management. 🦸♂️🚜
Nov 27, 2023•1 hr 36 min•Season 4Ep. 237
🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️ In our latest episode of "Safety Consultant with Sheldon Primus," we're diving deep into the world of safety, corporate culture, and the fascinating interplay of body chemistry. Join us for an eye-opening conversation with the incredible Emily Elrod! 🌟 Episode Highlights: Emily's journey from engineering to physiology and psychology 🧠 Tips for building trust in your faith as a safety consultant 🙏 Embracing cutting-edge technology ethically for enhanced safety 🤖 But...
Nov 20, 2023•2 hr 11 min•Season 4Ep. 236
The end of another year is at hand. In this episode, Sheldon helps you focus on finishing 2023 strong and with purpose to help set up 2024 to be successful.
Nov 06, 2023•11 min•Season 4Ep. 235
In this episode, Sheldon speaks with Brye Sargent, The Safety Geek. They talk about how she got into safety, her philosophy on safety leadership, and other issues in the safety and health field today.
Oct 26, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Season 4Ep. 234
"Combating Burnout in EHS: Personal, Organizational, and Systemic Strategies for Thriving Professionals" In this energetic episode of the Safety Consultant podcast, we delved deep into combating burnout for Environmental, Health, and Safety professionals. Highlighting personal strategies like self-care, setting boundaries, and continuous learning, we transitioned to organizational support mechanisms like adequate staffing and mental health resources. Capping it off, systemic changes such as fost...
Oct 09, 2023•39 min•Season 4Ep. 233
The OSHA Multi-Employer Doctrine can be confusing for anyone, but there is a theme. Even if you don't fall under OSHA's jurisdiction, you can use this guide to help provide services to each type of employer on a job site.
Oct 02, 2023•14 min•Season 4Ep. 232
In this episode, we explore the exciting journey of starting a safety consulting business. If you're passionate about ensuring the safety of individuals and organizations and want to turn that passion into a successful venture, this episode is your guide. We break down the process into seven essential steps, from defining your niche and obtaining the necessary qualifications to creating a solid business plan, registering your business, and developing your services and pricing structure. We'll al...
Sep 25, 2023•18 min•Season 4Ep. 231
In this podcast, we explore the art of mastering mock compliance audits and gaining valuable insights into pricing tips that can help you optimize your healthcare compliance. Sheldon shares his experience and knowledge on the subject, offering practical tips and strategies that can help you prepare for, and confidently navigate, the audit process. We delve into the importance of conducting mock audits as a proactive measure, discuss common compliance issues that may arise, and provide actionable...
Sep 18, 2023•35 min•Season 4Ep. 230
Sheldon goes over what to expect with OSHA's new enforcement activities and how to capitalize on this for your business.
Sep 08, 2023•29 min•Season 4Ep. 229
In this episode, Sheldon speaks to Dr. Delaine Fowler, a recognized expert in the Work Health Connection. A physical therapist specializing in workplace injuries, Delaine has helped thousands of patients on their road to physical recovery. Delaine’s company serves 10,000 employees by placing physical therapists and certified athletic trainers where they’re needed most: the workplace. Her clients include major brands like Aldi, Jeld Wen, and Dillards. Delaine is a popular keynote speaker and work...
Aug 21, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 228
In this episode of the Safety Consultant podcast, the host, Sheldon Primus, shares updates and gratitude for the growing listener base. He thanks his audience and talks about the different countries from where the podcast has gained popularity. Sheldon reveals that the show has reached a significant milestone with 6,000 downloads in the past month. He goes on to mention the top ten countries where his podcast is most popular, including the US, Thailand, France, and others. Sheldon also discusses...
Aug 02, 2023•17 min•Season 4Ep. 227
In this episode, we delve into the upcoming changes to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recordkeeping rule that took effect in 2023. OSHA is the agency responsible for ensuring safe and healthy working conditions for employees across the United States, and its recordkeeping requirements play a vital role in tracking workplace injuries and illnesses. Sheldon discusses the key aspects of the updated OSHA recordkeeping rule and its potential impact on both employers and empl...
Jul 26, 2023•20 min•Season 4Ep. 226
In this episode, Sheldon goes over the heat stress OSHA compliance letter. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) provides comprehensive guidance on preventing heat stress in the workplace. Their guidance aims to protect workers from the potentially dangerous effects of excessive heat exposure. OSHA's heat stress guidance emphasizes the importance of recognizing and preventing heat-related illnesses in the workplace. It highlights the significance of acclimatization, which allo...
Jul 19, 2023•20 min•Season 4Ep. 225
In this episode, Sheldon speaks to Chief Operating Officer of NEBOSH and Vice President of INSHPO, Dee Arp. Dee and Sheldon speak about how NEBOSH faired during the pandemic with hybrid workspace, open book examinations for reduction of in-person testing, what is NEBOSH, strategic partnerships across the globe, and psychological safety in the workplace. Dee is a Chartered Safety and Health Practitioner of IOSH and a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Educational Assessors. She has worked in oc...
Jul 10, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 4Ep. 224
In this episode Sheldon speaks with Master Hydrogen Sulfide Trainer Stan Smiley. In this conversation, Sheldon and Mr. Smiley speak about the hidden dangers on Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S), H2S training and detergent suicide. Don't miss this revealing episode.
Jun 30, 2023•1 hr 36 min•Season 4Ep. 223
Sheldon speaks about the insatiable desire to have more safety and health designations or titles behind your name. In this episode the question is presented: "Do your really NEED another safety designation?
Jun 13, 2023•16 min•Season 4Ep. 222
In this episode, Sheldon tells you how to use the Instructor Development Course (IDC) to grow your business. He also introduces the Hydrogen Sulfide IDC class online in July with Stan Smiley as the instructor. Visit Primus.training for more details.
May 30, 2023•13 min•Season 4Ep. 221
When it comes to selling a safety consulting course, it's essential to emphasize the value and benefits that the course provides to potential customers. Here are some tips on how to effectively sell your safety consulting course: Highlight the course's benefits, Show real-life examples, Emphasize the instructor's expertise, Offer customized solutions, Use digital marketing, Offer discounts and promotions. By following these tips, you can effectively sell your safety consulting course and help po...
May 22, 2023•22 min•Season 4Ep. 220
ChatGPT from OpenAI has been a buzz in the global market. In this episode, Sheldon asks ChatGPT what are some limiting beliefs for those who want to quit their job and start a safety consulting business. ChatGPT replied: There can be several limiting beliefs that may prevent someone from leaving their job and starting their own business. Here are a few examples: 1) Fear of Failure 2) Lack of self-confidence 3) Financial concerns 4) Lack of support 5) Negative self-talk. Sheldon reviews his thoug...
May 15, 2023•17 min•Season 4Ep. 219
In this episode, Sheldon give you 5 ways to get a side gig in safety and health. Working on the side is where you do another job in addition to your current job. Most side gigs in safety leads to someone starting thier own safety consulting business. Here are 5 ways to get started: Upworks gig worker, safety consulting match making companies, host your own webinars, do you own weekend live classes, and start a podcast with sponsors.
May 08, 2023•24 min•Season 4Ep. 218
Jim Poesl of Safety Wars drops in to talk with Sheldon about some of his recent guys. Topics have included the International Conference on Climate Change, Global Financial Crisis, Data hiding from OSHA, the OSHA general duty clause, Soverngn Immunity, and many more topics.
May 01, 2023•59 min•Season 4Ep. 217
In this episode, Sheldon gives reasons to have a contract with clients even if they are regular clients. In this day and age, there can be situations that can cause someone to stop services. If you don't have a well-defined contract, then you may be out of expected money from projects. Sheldon is reviewing the proper way to structure a contract for a safety consultant.
Apr 19, 2023•29 min•Season 4Ep. 216
