Appendix D_ HSRB approval_0630

Appendix D

Human Subjects Review Board Approval

TO: Naomi G. Swanson, Ph.D.

Through: Director, DART_____(C-22)

Chief, OSHEF_____ (C-24)

Report of NIOSH HSRB

NIOSH Protocol HSRB 02-DART-05XP “Work Organization Predictors of Depression in Women”

October 17, 2007

General Comments and IRB Actions

I have reviewed your request to continue protocol HSRB 02-DART-05XP “Work Organization Predictors of Depression in Women” using the expedited criteria outlined in 45 CFR 46.110 (7) and (8) (a) categories and have determined that the study still involves no more than minimal risk to subjects and that no additional risks have been identified since the last review. This protocol is granted approval for another year (10/9/2008). However, if you make any substantive changes to the protocol, or if any adverse reactions occur in any study participants, please notify me immediately.

Protocol Issues - None

Consent Form Issues - None

Addenda Issues (Scripts, questionnaires, brochures, etc.) - None

End of report

Cherie F. Estill, M.S., P.E., Chair, NIOSH HSRB