Extension without change of a currently approved collection
No
Regular
06/01/2026
Requested
Previously Approved
36 Months From Approved
08/31/2026
1,342,247
1,032,860
649,612
498,640
66,139,656
54,697,500
The information collection requirements in this standard apply to all walking and working surfaces operations conducted by employers involved in procedures that prevent injury and death among workers who work with or near ladders, rope descent systems, and unprotected siding and edging.
US Code:
29 USC 655
Name of Law: Occupational Safety and Health Act
US Code:
29 USC 651
Name of Law: Occupational Safety and Health Act
US Code:
29 USC 657
Name of Law: Occupational Safety and Health Act
The agency is requesting an adjustment increase in the burden hours going from 498,640 to 649,612 hours, for a total increase of 150,972 hours. The adjustment increase is due to an increase in the number of establishments going from 6,855,903 to 8,290,064 and the number of workers from 112 million to 135.7 million. Also, the agency is requesting an increase in the annual capital cost for operation and maintenance of $11,442,156 going from $54,697,500 to $66,139,656. The increase is due to an increase in the number of annual inspections and certifications going from 487,500 to 589,480.
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.
SS_Walking Working Surfaces (1218-0199) _02-19-2026_ ROCIS.docx
29 CFR Part 1910 Subpart D (as of 6-20-25).pdf
Walking-Working Surfaces (29 CFR part 1910, subpart D)