In response to
the comment letter received, it is our understanding that the
changes discussed in the Coast Guards April 6 resonse will be made
in the next revision of the oil record book. The additional
suggestion made by the commentor will also be considered when the
book is being reviewed for its next revision.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
05/31/2003
05/31/2003
06/30/2000
1,697
0
810
35,828
0
10,418
0
0
0
This information is used to verify
sightings of actual violations of the Act to Prevent Pollution from
Ships (APPS), to determine the level of compliance with MARPOL
73/78, and as a means of reinforcing the discharge
provisions.
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.