The information collection requirements associated with this proposed rule are not approved at this time. DOL will consider public comment and resubmit any new information requirements associated with the final rule at the final rule stage.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
10/31/2013
36 Months From Approved
10/31/2013
1,374
0
1,374
1,388,721
0
1,388,721
214,627
0
214,627
MSHA is proposing to revise the Agency's examination requirements to include identifying and correcting violations of manadatory health and safety standards. Records of tests and examinations are necessary to ensure that the ventilation system is being maintained and that changes which could adversely affect the integrity of the system or the safety of the miners are not occuring.
The previously approved supporting statement from April 2010 had an Annual Cost Burden of $66 million. However, the number in ROCIS was errorously entered as $214,627.
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.
1219-0088 Supporting Statement.doc
Ventilation Plans, Tests and Examinations in Underground Coal Mines