Records of miner exposures to noise are necessary so that mine operators and MSHA can evaluate the need for and effectiveness of engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment to protect miners from harmful levels of noise exposure. Collection of such records is authorized under Section 103(h) of the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977 (Pub. L. 91-173). 30 C.F.R. §§ 62.110, 62.130, 62.170, 62.171, 62.172, 62.173, 62.174, 62.175, 62.180, and 62.190 - Noise exposure assessment; audiometric testing, evaluation, and records and training in all mines, establishes uniform requirements and recordkeeping for the mining industry.
Due to an increase in the number of mines and subsequently the number of miners, there is an increase in the number of respondents. However, the decrease in the number of responses and, therefore, hours reflects an updated estimate in the number of instances that trigger the requirements of MSHA's relevant noise assessment standard. The increase in costs burden reflects the increase in the number of mines and miners as well as updated estimates.
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.
1219-0120 Final ROCIS.pdf
Noise Exposure Assessment; Audometric Testing Evaluation, and Records and Training in all Mines