Pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.11(c), OMB files this comment on this information collection request (ICR). In accordance with 5 CFR 1320, OMB is withholding approval at this time. Prior to publication of the final rule, the agency should provide a summary of any comments related to the information collection and their response, including any changes made to the ICR as a result of comments. In addition, the agency should correct the cost burdens to reflect item #13 of the supporting statement.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
36 Months From Approved
01/31/2010
0
0
8,665,029
0
0
844,452
0
0
9,460,470
The information is used by locomotive engineers and train crews to verify that the terminal air brake test has been performed in a satisfactory manner. The new information collected concerning electronically controlled pneumatic (ECP) brake systems will be used by FRA to provide for and encourage the safe implementation and use of ECP brake system technologies by the nation's railroads.
The burden has increased by a total of 251,089 hours. The increase is due solely to a program change, namely the new requirements related to the new subpart in the rule pertaining to electronically controlled pneumatic (ECP) brake systems contained in sections 232.603, 232.605, 232.607, 232.609, 232.611, and 232.613.
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.
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Inspection Brake System Safety Standards for Freight and Other Non-Passenger Trains and Equipment (Power Brakes and Drawbars)