This data collecton program is designed to provide the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) with necessary test data to predict the probable impacts on human health or the environment of chemicals which may present an unreasonable risk to which there is substantial and/or significant exposure or release. This ICR cover one final section 4 Test Rule (the "OSHA Dermal Absorption" Test Rule), the issuance of three consent orders/agreement, and the burdens and costs associated with the voluntary component of the high production volume (HPV) chemical testing program, launched in 1998.
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.