We have once again extended approval of this series of information collections through August 1989, on the condition that the agency complete a proposed rule on these requirements by May 1988 and a final rule by July 1989. In our paperwork approvals dated October 1, 1985, and August 14, 1986, we have previously stated concerns that these requirements do not meet the criteria of the Paperwork Reduction Act. In our approval in 1986, the agency agreed to complete rulemaking by March 1988 to review and eliminate these requirements if appropriate. Yet the agency has not yet issued a proposal, nor has it submitted any new information that would justify continued approval. In the most recent ICB, the agency committed to a May 1988 publication date for the proposal. Hence, we have decided not to disapprove these requirements at this time, but, pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.14 (f) and (g), to approve, contingent on the agency proceeding with a rulemaking according to the above schedule.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
08/31/1989
08/31/1989
04/30/1988
1,244,754
0
1,244,754
1,966,190
0
1,966,190
0
0
0
REQUIRES COAL MINE OPERATORS TO FREQUENTLY EXAMINE, TEST, AND PROPERLY MAINTAIN ALL ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT AND TO KEEP RECORDS OF THE RESULTS OF THE EXAMINATIONS AND TESTS.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.
EXAMINATIONS & TESTS OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT (30 CFR 75.313-1, 75.512, 75.703-3(D)(11), 75.800-4, 75.900-4, 75.1001-1, 77.502, 77.800-2, 77.900-2)