How do you practice safety on the job?

"In my last internship, I had to do field visits to a land rig. Before the visit, I read about the project and the potentially hazardous equipment they had onsite. I made sure my coveralls, steel toes, and hard hat were in good condition. I realized I did not have my safety glasses upon arrival at the site, and I immediately informed my supervisor of this. Once I had all my PPE on, I carefully read the JHA and paid attention during the safety briefing. It is important to take safety on the job seriously to prevent lost time or injury of personnel."

Employers are always eager to prevent accidents (and their accompanying liability) and ensure compliance with OSHA mandates. Thus, your interviewer will be interested in assessing your familiarity with safe work practices, particularly if your job must be performed in a hazardous environment.