The information in an application for a Special Permit allows the Coast Guard to determine the manner of safe carriage of unlisted materials. The information required by Dangerous Cargo Manifests and Shipping Papers permits vessel crews and emergency personnel to properly and safely respond to accidents involving hazardous substances.
US Code:
49 USC 5103
Name of Law: Transportation of Hazardous Material
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.