This study is
approved. In its report on the study's results, the agency should
assess (1) the generalizability of the results, based on the
response rates achieved, and (2) the degree to which the
confidentiality of responses from firms was protected.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
08/31/2002
08/31/2002
3,800
0
0
1,225
0
0
0
0
0
Develop and test a model that
identifies commercial motor carrier scheduling and related safety
practices that have an effect on safety performance and assess the
operational scheduling requirements of carriers that affect
commercial motor vehicle driving environments and driver
fatigue.
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.