OMB files comment on the information collection requirements associated with the proposed rule at this time. OMB will review the proposed collection again in parallel with the final regulation prior to approval.
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OSHA is publishing a proposed rule to revise the standards on General Working Conditions in Shipyard Employment. The proposed revisions would update exiting requirements to reflect advances in industry practices and technology. The proposal would also add provisions that would provide protection from hazards not addressed by existing standards including hazardous energy (lockout/tagout). The revisions and additions are necessary and reasonable to protect the safety and health of employees.
US Code:
29 USC 657
Name of Law: Occupational Saftey and Health Act
US Code:
29 USC 651
Name of Law: Occupational Safety and Health Act
OSHA is proposing to revise the standards on General Working Conditions in Shipyard Employment (29 CFR part 1915, subpart F). The proposal would initially impose 10,491 news burden hours to 639 shipyard employment establishments after the effective date of the final standard.
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.
OSH Act Sec.657.pdf
General Working Conditions in Shipyard Employment