What is OSHA’s General Duty Clause?
The clause requires that every employer furnish to each of its employees the following: “employment and a place of employment which are free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm.” The clause is intended to cover serious hazards for which there are no specific standards in place, so that employees are provided a relatively safe workplace. Noncompliance by an employer is also grounds for enforcement.
