DHS should provide to OIRA the response rates achieved for each of the surveys as well as the results of DHS/CG's nonresponse bias analyses.
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Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
06/30/2013
36 Months From Approved
152,596
0
0
10,880
0
0
0
0
0
The purpose of this Survey is to better understand people's recreational boating experiences and to improve the effectiveness of boating safety programs. The goal is to capture essential information on the types and numbers of boats used, boater characteristics, safety measures employed and types of boating activities.
The primary difference between the current collection and previous ones is the need to obtain precise and detailed estimations of boaters' exposure to hazards at the national as well as state levels. These statistics will inform the USCG Boating Safety Division about the frequency of use of each recreational vessel as well as the length of time it was used during each outing. This data is critical for risk assessment and the required precision and level of details are the primary cause for the increase in burden hours.
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.