"I tend to think on my feet pretty quickly and do not spend a lot of time studying problems before making decisions. I first analyze the situation, determine the problem, and then provide a solution based on logic and my past experiences. For example, a recent inspection found that an employer had the incorrect type of respiratory protection for their employees. They had not opened the factory for business yet, so I advised the employer to purchase the correct type of respirators so the employees would not be harmed by the fumes and the business would not be fined. I suggested the employer call his supplier to see if the other respiratory equipment could be exchanged since it had not been used, and I gave him a copy of my report. He called me the next day and said the supplier was willing to exchange the equipment, so he was not out any more money. He was extremely grateful for the suggestion."
