The OSV posting/marking requirements
are needed to provide instructions to those on board of actions to
be taken in the event of an emergency. The reporting/recordkeeping
requirements verify compliance with regulations without CG presence
to witness routine matters, including OSVs based overseas as an
alternative to CG reinspection.
US Code:
46
USC 3301 Name of Law: Vessels Subject to Inspection
US Code: 46
USC 3305 Name of Law: Scope and Standards of Inspection
US Code: 46
USC 3306 Name of Law: Regulations
US Code: 46
USC 3307 Name of Law: Frequency of Inspection
US Code: 46
USC 3308 Name of Law: Examinations
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.