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What happens when the world of safety gets disrupted? In this powerful solo episode, Sheldon Primus reflects on his recent conversation with Dr. Jay Allen, centered around Jay’s thought-provoking books: “Safety, In My Opinion” and the new release, “Safety Mutation.”

Sheldon unpacks his personal reactions to these works, and how the concept of “safety mutation” is forcing professionals to adapt or risk becoming obsolete. From confronting ego and legacy systems to embracing change in the face of tech, culture shifts, and leadership challenges, this episode is a raw and honest check-in for every EHS pro out there.

🔥 Whether you’ve read the books or not, this episode challenges you to ask:

“Am I evolving with the profession… or clinging to the past?”

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In this episode, we speak to Dr. Jay Allen about his first book "Safety, In My Opinion: Consciousness, Construct, and the Reality of Risk". It's a mind blowing look at our constructs as an organization and being aware of the signals and frequency that are being broadcast from individuals and organizational cultures. In this thought-provoking episode, Sheldon Primus sits down with Dr. Jay Allen, renowned safety innovator and author of Safety, In My Opinion: Consciousness, Construct, and the Reality of Risk. Together, they unpack the deeper meaning of safety beyond checklists and compliance—diving into consciousness, perception, and the constructs that shape how we manage risk in high-stakes environments. Get ready to challenge your assumptions and think differently about what "safe" really means.

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🎧 Show Description

Most people only see the bandages and paperwork. But the real cost of an incident? It’s buried in downtime, morale, turnover, and lost trust.

In this solo episode, Sheldon Primus breaks down the hidden economics of injury, the difference between direct vs. indirect costs, and why most companies underestimate what one single mishap really costs. You’ll walk away ready to talk ROI like a CFO—and protect your job like a pro.

🎧 Episode Length: 17:39

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🎙️ Show Description

In this powerful follow-up episode, Sheldon Primus busts the myth that OSHA disappeared during the Trump administration. Many safety professionals have heard it: “We don’t need to worry about OSHA anymore.” But that couldn’t be further from the truth.

Sheldon dives into real OSHA enforcement numbers, final rule changes, and how safety never stopped being critical—even when leadership downplayed it. Whether you're in the public or private sector, this episode arms you with facts, strategy, and straight talk.

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When layoffs hit, safety is often the first department on the chopping block.

But what if you could flip the script?

In this episode, I reveal: 🚨 Why safety is wrongly seen as “overhead”

📉 The hidden costs of workplace injuries

📊 OSHA enforcement under the Trump administration (yes, it happened!)

🛠️ How to speak the language of leadership and prove your value

Your job matters. Let’s make sure everyone else knows it.

Keywords: department value, organizational impact, team visibility, proving worth, department strategy, internal branding, team recognition, organizational success, department growth, leadership communication, performance metrics, departmental achievements, team empowerment, organizational development, workplace influence, department goals, strategic planning, team collaboration, internal marketing, department initiatives, corporate strategy, team leadership, organizational culture, performance improvement, department innovation, employee engagement, department success, business development, team effectiveness, organizational leadership, department management

In this enlightening introduction episode, we open up the discussion of strategies and insights to help EHS departments showcase their true value within an organization. Over the next 4 episodes you will discover actionable steps to enhance visibility, demonstrate impact, and solidify your team's indispensable role in achieving company objectives.

This episode is sponsored by https://agrisphere.com/

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In this episode of the Safety Consultant Show with Sheldon Primus, we dive into a modern essential: how to leverage AI (like ChatGPT) to update your bio and resume. Whether you’re a seasoned EHS consultant or entering the safety field, Sheldon walks you through how to train AI tools with your credentials, job descriptions, certifications, and more. From cover letters to industry-specific resumes, he shares practical steps to get your portfolio job-ready—and even land your next client!

💼 You’ll learn:

• How to structure AI prompts to build or update your resume
• The ideal documents to gather for bios and job applications
• Tips on customizing your content for different tones (technical, corporate, casual)
• How to avoid writer’s block and use AI as your co-consultant

Plus, Sheldon shouts out the Singapore Accord for safety job definitions and encourages all EHS pros to future-proof their branding!

🧠 Work smarter. Consult like a boss.

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🎧 Remote Safety Pro: How to Work, Save, and Thrive as a Remote EHS Consultant

Since 2017, I’ve been running my safety consulting and training business 100% remotely while living full-time in my RV—and in this episode, I’m sharing how YOU can do it too.

💡 What you’ll learn:

✅ Top EHS services you can offer remotely

✅ 5 powerful tips to lower your overhead

✅ How to host your own webinars, events & podcast episodes

✅ Ways to create your OWN opportunities in the EHS space

📘 BONUS: Grab your free eBook Top 10 EHS Trends for 2025 at sheldonprimus.net

If you’re ready to thrive as a Remote Safety Pro, this one’s for you. 🔥

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