The ICR pertains to a process that includes a written cleanup program for each mine that will be maintained in the underground mine file at the appropriate District Office. This cleanup program is used as a tool to help abate significant or persistent problems. This tool gives the Agency leverage in abating violations by including cleanup program revisions to address hazards detected in the mine. Mine operators will need to show compliance in order to abate violations.
US Code:
30 USC 811(a)
Name of Law: Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977
US Code:
30 USC 813(h)
Name of Law: Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977
Respondents: There has been a decrease of 119 respondents (from 322 to 203). This decrease is due to the reduction in the total active underground coal mines from the previous reporting period.
Responses: There has been a decrease of 107 responses (from 290 to 183). This decrease is due to the reduction in the total active underground coal mines from the previous reporting period.
Burden Hours: There has been a decrease of 141 burden hours (from 422 to 281). This decrease is due to the reduction in the total active underground coal mines from the previous reporting period.
Cost: The cost remains at $0.
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.