We have once again extended approval of the existing paperwork requirements to allow time for the completion of the final rule on ventilation in underground coal mines. As MSHA expects to publish the final rule at the end of 1990, we have extended approval through January, 1991. Please see previous approvals for comments on the proposed paperwork requirements.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
01/31/1991
01/31/1991
06/30/1990
2,907,467
0
2,907,467
5,565,487
0
5,565,487
0
0
0
REQUIRES THAT RECORDS BE KEPT OF CERTAIN TESTS AND EXAMINATIONS WHICH ARE REQUIRED TO BE PERFORMED TO MONITOR THE VENTILATION SYSTEM IN UNDERGROUND COAL MINES. THE INFORMATION IS USED TO INSURE THAT THE INTEGRITY OF THE VENTILATION SYSTEM IS BEING MAINTAINED AND THAT A SAF WORKING ENVIRONMENT IS BEING PROVIDED TO MINERS.
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.
VENTILATION TESTS AND EXAMINATIONS IN UNDERGROUND COAL MINES (30 CFR 75.300, 75.300-4, 75.303, 75.305, 75.306 AND 75.309-4)