Approved consistent with DOL changes described in memos of 9-24-98 and 9-29-98. In light of public comments received and subsequent revisions made by DOL to its initial estimate for a downward adjustment in burden hours (to 21,140), the burden for this collection as approved by OMB has increased substantially (to 457,215) from the current inventory (183,333). The amount approved reflects more accurate calculations. Because the upcoming PPE rulemaking may raise other issues relative to the existing PPE rule, an 18 month clearance is granted. In future submissions of this collection (and other collections involving significant burden)DOL will provide greater justifications for the assumptions that underly the burden estimates.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
04/30/2000
04/30/2000
09/30/1998
5,153,500
0
103,000
457,215
0
183,333
0
0
0
Section 1910.132 requires employers to perform a hazard assessment of the workplace to determine if personal protective equipment (PPE) is necessary. It also requires employers to train employees in the use of PPE. Each affected employer will have to document that a hazard assessment and training were performed.
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.