Intro to OSHAQuestion 2 of 100
Under the OSHA Act's General Duty Clause, what is an employer primarily required to provide?
a.Free health insurance to all employees
b.A workplace free from recognized hazards likely to cause death or serious harm
c.A guaranteed minimum wage above federal levels
d.Paid time off after any workplace injury
Explanation
The General Duty Clause requires employers to furnish a workplace free from recognized hazards that are causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm. It applies when no specific OSHA standard covers a particular hazard. Employers must take reasonable steps to identify and correct such hazards.
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