The clause requiring employers to keep workplaces free from recognized hazards is commonly known as what?

• A. The general duty clause
• B. The safety mandate
• C. The hazard clause
• D. The compliance clause

Answer: (A)

The general duty clause under OSHA is the formal rule that requires employers to keep workplaces free from recognized hazards that could cause death or serious physical harm. This broad responsibility applies especially when there isn’t a specific standard addressing a hazard, allowing enforcement to cover risky conditions that workers might face even if no detailed rule exists for them. Because this is the official term used in safety law and enforcement, it best fits the question’s description of a clause requiring a hazard-free workplace. The other terms aren’t official OSHA language and don’t capture the actual legal conception behind keeping workplaces safe.