Consistent with the prior terms of clearance, OSHA will continue to account for burden hours associated with the record keeping requirements of the cranes and derricks standard.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
12/31/2007
12/31/2007
12/31/2007
413,953
0
138,737
413,953
0
227,031
496,000
0
0
The Cranes or Derricks Standard at 29 CFR 1926.550 and its information collection reqwuirements protect employees who operate, or work near, cranes or derricks. The Standard contains posting and certification requirements. These requirements ensure employees will operate crantes or derricks according to the crand/derricks limiations and specifications and that the machinery is properly functioning.
US Code:
29 USC 651
Name of Law: Occupational Safety and Health Act
US Code:
29 USC 657
Name of Law: Occupational Safty and Health Act
OSHA is merging four ICRs into this ICR: OMB Control Number 1218-0054 added 728 burden hours and $18,000; OMB Control No. 1218-0115 added 5,640 hours and $478,000 costs; OMB Control Number 1218-0151 added 229 hours and -0- costs;and 1218-0232 added 99,486 hours and 0 costs.
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.
NEW_29_CFR_1926_550~(07 -16-07).pdf
Section 8~29-USC-657.doc
Cranes and Derricks Standard for Construction (29 CFR 1926.550 )