We have filed the following comments on this proposed collection of information: 1) In the final rule, MSHA shall explain why a certification would not be the least burdensome method necessary to meet the information needs set forth in 75.154(a). 2) In the final rule, MSHA shall more clearly define what material must be included in 75.157(b), including an explanation of the phrase "The applicable requirements of this part." MSHA shall also justify the practical utility of each of the collections of information in 75.157(b). 3) In the final rule, MSHA shall explain whether the information collections in 75.159 are the least burdensome necessary especially the requirement to maintain a list of the "dates of qualification and retraining." 4) In the final rule, MSHA shall determine whether the timing of equipment examinations and tests, as set forth in 75.508(c),(d),(e), and (f), are the least burdensome necessary. OMB will continue the approval for the existing paperwork once it has been reinstated, but is not approving the proposed collection of information at this time.
Inventory as of this Action
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Previously Approved
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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)