We approve, in
concept, the information collection activities containe in the
proposed revisions to OSHA's respiratory protection standard. Full
approval is contingent upon a full review of the public comments
received in response to the notice of proposed rulemaking.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
10/31/1996
10/31/1996
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THIS STANDARD REQUIRES EMPLOYERS TO
COLLECT INFORMATION TO ASSURE THAT EMPLOYEES WHO MUST WEAR
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION DEVICES ARE PROPERLY PROTECTED AND ISSUED
THE TYPE OF DEVICES APPROPRIATE TO THE HAZARD. EMPLOYERS ARE
REQUIRED TO GAIN OSHA APPROVAL FOR QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE FIT
TESTS OTHER THAN THOSE STATED IN APPENDIX A OF THE
STANDARD.
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.