Approved consistent with DOL clarification memos of 10-2-98 and 10-9-98. Previous terms of clearance have not been satisfied so approval is granted for 18 months by which time consolidation and elimination of duplicative provisions as described in the "New OSHA" will be undertaken.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
04/30/2000
04/30/2000
10/31/1998
2,848
0
3,529
1,796
0
2,178
59,000
0
0
The standard requires employers to monitor employee exposure to MDA, to provide medical surveillance, to train employees about the hazards of MDA, and to establish and maintain accurate records of employee exposure to MDA. These records will be used by employers, employees, physicians, and the Government to ensure that employees are not being harmed by exposure to MDA. MDA.
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.
4,4'-Methylenedianiline (MDA) -- 29 CFR 1926.60