Global polio eradication is
anticipated within the next few years. The only sources of wild
poliovirus will be in biomedical laboratories. Laboratory
containment is crucial to prevent polio transmission to the
community. The first step in containment is a national laboratory
survey and inventory. This pilot survey of 525 facilities will
determine the best method for implementing the national survey of
over 15,000 facilities.
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with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
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benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
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