Records of Tests and of Examinations of Personnel Hoisting Equipment
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
No
Regular
11/15/2023
Requested
Previously Approved
36 Months From Approved
12/31/2023
61,265
61,366
5,117
5,133
270,000
270,000
This information collection requires records of specific tests and inspections of mine personnel hoisting systems, including wire ropes, to ensure that the system remains safe to operate while in use. Review of the record indicates whether deficiencies are developing in the equipment, and in particular the wire rope, so that corrective action may be taken before an accident occurs.
US Code:
30 USC 813(h)
Name of Law: Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977
US Code:
30 USC 811
Name of Law: Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977
Respondents: The number of respondents remains unchanged at 225.
Responses: The number of responses decreases slight to 61,265. The number of responses decreased due to a drop in the number of tests performed.
Burden Hours: The number of burden hours decreases slightly at 5,117.
Respondents or Recordkeeping Costs: The estimated annual cost remains unchanged at $270,000.
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.