The subject of this information collection (IC) request is an NTL (Notice to Lessees), GPS (Global Positioning System) for MODUs (Mobile Offshore Drilling Units). This NTL requires MODUs to be equipped with multiple tracking/location devices so that during a storm event the respondent, as well as MMS, will have the capability to monitor its location. This NTL also provides for notifications and grants MMS real-time location data access as necessary to the Hurricane Response Team (HRT).
(a)The currently approved annual hour burden is 84 hours.This submission requests 9 hours.The difference is a program decrease of 75 hours and is a result of eliminating the initial start up tracking device notification requirements.(b)The currently approved annual reporting and recordkeeping non-hour cost burden is $1,650,000.This submission requests $150,000 and is a program decrease of $1,500,000.The decrease is a result of eliminating the initial purchase and installation of tracking/locator devices.
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.