Surviving an OSHA Audit: 6 Steps to Compliance Confidence

February
17
2026 (Tuesday)
Time 10:00 AM PST | 01:00 PM EST
Duration: 60 Minutes
78 Days Left To REGISTER
Id: 210679
Instructor
Sheldon primus 
Live
Recorded
Live + Recorded

Overview

Participants will gain a deep understanding of the OSHA inspection process, learn how to respond to compliance officers, and develop a defense strategy to reduce citations and penalties. This session includes:

  • OSHA's audit playbook and inspection priorities
  • Key documentation every employer must have
  • Types of violations and recent penalty updates
  • Abatement strategies and informal conference tips
  • Safety & Health Program essentials and audit preparation checklists

Why you should Attend

  • Not sure what to expect during an OSHA inspection?
  • Worried about costly fines or violations?
  • Need help preparing your safety documentation and audit plan?
  • Want negotiation strategies to reduce OSHA penalties?

This webinar arms you with proven strategies and compliance tips to survive and thrive during an OSHA audit.

Areas Covered in the Session

  • OSHA Inspection Priorities & Procedures
  • What to Expect During an Audit: Opening to Closing Conferences
  • Types of Violations: Serious, Willful, Repeat, and More
  • How to Reduce or Eliminate Fines
  • Documents OSHA Will Ask For
  • Safety & Health Management Program Essentials
  • Tips for Handling Informal Conferences
  • Recent Penalty Updates & Legal Considerations
  • 6 Survival Steps for OSHA Citations
  • The Role of CSHOs, Employer Rights, and Defense Tactics

Who Will Benefit

  • Safety Managers & Compliance Officers
  • EHS Professionals & Risk Managers
  • General Industry & Construction Supervisors
  • Facility & Operations Managers
  • HR Directors & Legal Counsel
  • Utility & Manufacturing Team Leaders

Speaker Profile

Sheldon Primus MPA, COSM, COSS is a leading safety and health consultant, OSHA compliance expert, and business strategist with over 30 years of experience.

He is the Executive Director of NEOSTI and an authorized OSHA General Industry & Construction Trainer. As the host of the "Safety Consultant with Sheldon Primus" podcast, he educates safety professionals on regulatory compliance, consulting strategies, and workplace safety leadership.

Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS) & COSM Trainer
Former OSHA Training Institute Instructor
Expert in OSHA compliance, confined spaces, and recordkeeping
Founder of Safety Consultant TV
Speaker at ASSP, VPPPA, and National Safety Conferences
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