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Many of the positions offered by public works agencies, be it on the federal, state, municipal, local level, or in the private sector, frequently or infrequently require working in, and navigating dangerous work conditions, especially in crisis situations. Therefore safety plays an incredibly important role working in any public works position. Not just for their employees, but for the safety of the public as well. So this question is aimed at helping your interviewer determine whether you would be an asset or a liability.

Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
Take some time to review their safety code, their code of conduct, and any other information they've published online. Also, know your rights and spend some time on OSHA's website as well. Doing so can help you prevent violations and citations, and go above and beyond in ensuring a safe working environment.

Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
Here is some information from OSHA's website worth reviewing: "Federal law entitles you to a safe workplace, free of known health and safety hazards. You have the right to speak up without fear of retaliation. You also have the right to: Receive workplace safety and health training, receive required safety equipment, work on machines that are safe, refuse to work in a situation in which you would be exposed to a hazard, report an injury or illness, get copies of your medical records, review records of work-related injuries and illnesses, see results of tests taken to find workplace hazards, file a confidential complaint with OSHA and ask for an inspection. If possible, tell your employer about your concerns. It is illegal for an employer to fire, demote, transfer or otherwise retaliate against a worker who complains to OSHA and uses their legal rights."

Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
"If I saw a coworker doing something unsafe for the first time, I'd view this as a development opportunity. I'd educate them not only on the operational standards that are in place but why they are in place and how they impact everyone else on the team. If I saw someone repeatedly doing something unsafe, I would warn them, and then report them. Better that than them hurting themself or someone else."

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