The OSH Act and 29 CFR Part 1904 prescribe that certain employers maintain records of job-related injuries and illnesses. The data are needed by OSHA to carry out intervention and enforcement activities to guarantee workers safe and healthful workplaces. The data are also needed by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics to produce national statistics on occupational injuries and illnesses.
US Code:
29 USC 673
Name of Law: Occupational Safety and Health Act
US Code:
29 USC 657(c)
Name of Law: Occupational Safety and Health Act
US Code: 29 USC 673 Name of Law: Section 24. Statistics
US Code: 29 USC 651 Name of Law: Section 2 Congressional Finding and Purpose
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.
Reporting Occupational Injuries and Illnesses