Approved through 9-00 when new MSHA noise provisions will take effect. Approved consistent with changes described in DOL memos of 9-20-99 and 9-28-99. When this form is reprinted DOL shall make clear that social security number is optional.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
09/30/2000
09/30/2000
388,102
0
0
67,798
0
0
1,039,000
0
0
Coal mine operators are required to report to MSHA when noise exposure surveys show noncompliance with permissible levels. Records are also required to be kept at the mine of when and by whom dosimeters and acoustical calibrators are recalibrated.
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.
Noise Data Report Form and Calibration Records -- 30 CFR 70.506, 70.507, 70.508, 70.509, 71.801, 71.803, and 70.804