OSHA General Duty Clause

Understand your legal responsibilities under the General Duty Clause to identify hazards and maintain a safe, compliant workplace.

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About the Course

This course is designed to equip workers and supervisors with a comprehensive understanding of the OSHA General Duty Clause and their responsibilities under the law. Participants will learn how to identify and address recognized hazards, understand employer and employee obligations, and apply the clause when no specific OSHA standards exist. The course also covers enforcement practices, real-world examples of citations, and strategies for fostering a proactive safety culture on job sites. By the end of the course, learners will be empowered to create safer workplaces and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations. Accessible and practical, this training is essential for anyone committed to workplace safety.

Course Content

Each lesson builds on the one before it, helping you fully understand the material and apply it on the job. At the end of the course, you’ll take a short test—and once you pass, your certification will be available instantly as a downloadable PDF. Here’s a look at everything that’s covered:

  • Introduction to the OSHA General Duty Clause
  • Section 5(a)(1) – The Employer’s Responsibility
  • Section 5(b) – The Employee’s Responsibility
  • What Constitutes a Recognized Hazard
  • When the General Duty Clause Is Used
  • Examples of General Duty Clause Citations
  • Controlling, Correcting, and Creating Hazards
  • The Role of Industry Best Practices
  • Building a Safety Culture Beyond Written Standards
  • Summary
  • Final Test
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OSHA General Duty Clause

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Course Outline

10 Lessons

Estimated Time

30min

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