Approved
consistent with changes described in NIOSH memos of 11-23-99 and
11-29-99.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
12/31/2002
12/31/2002
250
0
0
250
0
0
0
0
0
NIOSH seeks clearance to contact
former workers of Brush Wellman, Inc., plants for interview and
screening for beryllium disease, the risk of which continues long
after beryllium exposure ceases. These data are critical to
understanding long-term risk and making recommendations for
prevention.
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.