How can i install os on a second hard drive

can i install OS ON A SECOND HARD DRIVE

I would say it is 99% normal common and a must. Maybe a couple - a bootable copy of your working system, no need to "install" it. One that you can use to restore from in addition to TimeMachine.
Not knowing what model Mac Pro whether it is 6,1 Late 2013 or something older and what its options are.
http://liondiskmaker.com/
Lets you create your own clean install Mavericks installer (use flash, hdd, any bootable volume)
http://www.bombich.com/
Carbon Copy Cloner vs. Super Duper-Which is better? ( 1 2 3 4 5)
http://forums.macrumors.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1

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