Approved consistent with changes and clarifications in DOL memos of 10-18-99 and 10-25-99, revised supporting statements attached and supporting data attached. The change in burden largely reflects the characterization of certain requirements as usual and customary. This completes the changes to the burden estimate begun in 1998 and now all requirements are correctly characterized.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
10/31/2002
10/31/2002
10/31/1999
1,406,075
0
15,106,818
79,045,232
0
93,407,489
0
0
0
The collections of information in the standard are intended to prevent or minimize the consequences of accidents involving highly hazardous chemicals.
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.