The Safety Consultant Podcast

In this episode of The Safety Consultant Show with Sheldon Primus, Sheldon explains how safety consultants can approach mock OSHA audits and other mock regulatory agency audits as professional consulting services.Sheldon covers how to find clients, use OSHA inspection data, evaluate NAICS codes, think through pricing, review administrative controls, inspect physical worksites, and deliver a report that gives the client clear findings and practical remediation steps.Topics covered include: Finding mock OSHA audit clients  Friends, family, referrals, and past coworkers  Using OSHA establishment search data  Looking at OSHA emphasis programs  Using NAICS codes and frequently cited standards  Pricing based on urgency, hazard level, and company size  Why not to default to hourly pricing  50/50 payment structure  Administrative review: written programs, OSHA logs, and training records  Physical site walkthroughs  Taking photos and connecting findings to standards  Creating remediation recommendations  Turning mock audits into follow-up services This episode is especially useful for safety consultants, EHS professionals, OSHA compliance trainers, and anyone building a safety consulting business.Learn more at safetyconsultantblueprint.com

Ever wondered if you can run a successful safety consulting business while traveling the country in an RV? Sheldon Primus shares his personal journey and the exact tools he uses to maintain a professional consulting practice from the road. 🚐✨In this episode of the Safety Consultant Podcast, Sheldon breaks down the logistics of being a mobile safety professional. He discusses everything from downsizing your life to managing 50/50 contracts that keep cash flow steady while you move between locations. You will learn about the essential tech stack required for remote work, including satellite internet, portable power stations, and high-quality audio gear. Whether you are looking to reduce your overhead or simply want more freedom, this guide provides the blueprint for a location-independent consulting career. 🛠️💼Chapters0:00 Intro and Life in South Dakota4:10 Transitioning to Full-Time RV Life8:25 Financial Planning for Mobile Consulting12:15 Securing Training Contracts and Online Work15:30 Digital Tools and Resource Recommendations19:45 Building an Online Learning Management System23:10 Marketing Strategies and QR Code Tracking26:50 Behind the Scenes: Audio and Video Gear31:20 Staying Connected with Starlink and Hotspots35:04 Video EndSheldon also reviews his favorite resources for safety pros, including matchmaking platforms like Yellowbird and interactive training tools like GameShow Pro. Discover how to leverage technology to provide top-tier service to your clients without being tied to a traditional office. By focusing on virtual training and digital program reviews, you can reclaim your time and travel the world while helping companies stay OSHA compliant. 🌐📈If you found this video helpful, please hit the subscribe button to stay updated on the latest in safety consulting and business brilliance. Visit sheldonprimus.com/resources for more resources and to join our community of safety professionals.#safetyconsultant #rvlife #occupationalsafety #businessofsafety #remoteworkMy website: http://www.sheldonprimus.com

📉 Navigating a Slow Economy: How to Keep Your Safety Consulting Business ThrivingWhen the economy slows down, corporate budgets freeze, and external contracts are often the first to face scrutiny. But a slow market doesn't mean your safety consulting pipeline has to dry up.In this episode of the Safety Consultant Podcast, host Sheldon Primus breaks down exactly how to pivot your business strategy to thrive in a down market.🔍 What you’ll learn in this stream:The Shifting Mindset of Corporate Buyers: Understand how risk aversion and cash flow panic change how companies hire.Reframing Your Value: How to speak the language of CFOs, sell ROI, and shift to "fractional" or modular safety services.Leaning Out Your Expenses: Practical, actionable ways to audit your tech stack, minimize travel overhead, and stay highly profitable between clients.🚀 Business Resources Mentioned:Grab your Recession-Proof Consulting Framework: safetyconsultantblueprint.comTake the Readiness Assessment for One-on-One Coaching: sheldon.coachDon't just survive the downturn—learn how to build a resilient, recession-proof consulting business. Hit play and let's get started!

🎧 Unburdening the Safety Pro: Mental Health & Moving Beyond the "Stress Junkie" Labels with Jorge TorresWelcome back to the Safety Consultant Podcast! In this episode, Sheldon sits down with Jorge Torres, also known as The Bilingual Safety Guy, for a vulnerable and vital conversation about the "business of being human" in the safety industry.Jorge shares his powerful journey from working as an on-site paramedic to becoming a seasoned safety consultant and speaker. But this isn't just a career retrospective—it's a deep dive into Jorge’s book, The Unburdened: 5 Honest Lessons from a Recovering Stress Junkie. We explore why safety professionals, who are often the "empathetic implementers" of mental health initiatives for others, so frequently neglect their own well-being.🔍 Key Episode Takeaways:Admitting the Problem: Why acknowledging "it’s okay not to be okay" is the first step toward reclaiming your health.The Eisenhower Matrix: How to use this classic tool to regain control of your time and stop living in "hair-on-fire" mode.The Multitasking Myth: Jorge breaks down the "biological improbability" of multitasking and why focusing on one thing at a time actually makes you a better consultant."I Am Not My Job": Re-framing your identity beyond the safety vest to show up better for your family and yourself.The Family Impact: A candid look at how unmanaged professional stress bleeds into our most important relationships.🚀 Business Resources:Ready to Grow? If you’re a safety pro looking to transition into consulting, take the Consultant Readiness Audit at sheldon.coach.Get the Book: Pick up your copy of The Unburdened on Amazon to start your own 5-lesson workshop.