How to Answer: In your chemicals career have you ever experienced a chemical related emergency such as a spill or injured co-worker due to exposure?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Chemicals job interview.
3. In your chemicals career have you ever experienced a chemical related emergency such as a spill or injured co-worker due to exposure?
How to Answer
Assure the interviewer that you are well equipped when it comes to handling an emergency situation in the workplace. Do you have any training when it comes to chemical safety, chemical spills, etc.?
1st Answer Example
"I have a spotless safety record in my work history, so I have not experienced a chemical related emergency at this point in my career. I have great amounts of training in emergency situations, as well as WHMIS and OSHA certified."
2nd Answer Example
"I experienced a chemical spill in one of our warehouse facilities last year. A forklift operator accidentally pierced a container. In my current position, we have rigorous spill protocols. We followed those protocols and were able to avoid any injury and toxic exposure."