When EPA submits this ICR for renewal, it must evaluate, after consulting with respondents, the burden estimates for reporting and record-keeping requirements. As part of its submission, EPA should also verify that the wage rates referenced in section 6(b) of the supporting statement have been properly loaded to include overhead, consistent with current EPA and OMB guidelines. Furthermore, EPA should update its labor estimates, distinguishing between management and technical staff hours and wages.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
07/31/2004
07/31/2004
02/28/2001
3,093
0
3,093
7,653
0
7,653
1,501,000
0
1,348,000
Manufacturers and accredited laboratories are required to make several one-time and periodic reports necessary for the imple- mentation and enforcement of the rule. Also, laboratories, man- ufacturers, distributors and retailers are required to retain certain records.
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.
40 CFR 60.530 thru 60.539(b), New Source Performance Standards for New Residential Wood Heaters (Subpart AAA)