Approved
consistent with clarification in DOL memo of 4-18-01. Burden hours
were changed to reflect correct numbers published in the final
needlestick rule.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
02/28/2002
02/28/2002
5,340,499
0
0
1,236,764
0
0
0
0
0
The Needlestick Safety and Prevention
Act (NSPA) directs OSHA, to require that employers update their
exposure control plans to reflect how employers implement new
developments in control technology; solicit input from employees
responsible for direct patient care in the identification,
evaluation, and selection of engineering and work practices
controls; and for certain employers to establish and maintain a log
of percutaneous injuries from contaminated sharps.
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.