This ICR covers the specific
information collection and recordkeeping requirements set out in 40
CFR 261, 264, 265, and 266 for various hazardous waste, treatment,
storage and disposal units. The units and processes covered are:
tank systems; surface impoundments; waste piles; land treatment;
landfills; incinerators; thermal treatment; chemical, physical, and
biological treatment; miscellaneous units; drip pads; process
vents; equipment leaks; containment buildings; and specific
hazardous waste recovery/recycling facilities. The information and
recordkeeping is necessary to comply with the statutory
requirements to develop standards for hazardous waste treatment,
storage, and disposal facilities to protect human health and the
environment. The information is used by regulatory agencies to
ensure compliance with the standards.
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.