The National Science Foundation requires all U.S. Antarctic participants and all participants deploying to Greenland and other select regions of the Arctic to take and pass a physical examination prior to deployment. NSF uses the information to determine the medical and dental health and psychological suitability of the polar participants; to determine whether accommodations exist to treat certain ailments and to provide on-site treatment, when needed, without doing harm. The respondents are all USAP participants; all Greenland participants in select regions of the Arctic that are under the auspices of USAP.
US Code:
42 USC 1870
Name of Law: General Authority of Foundation
The program has streamlined the format of the Polar Programs medical process, combining 15+ separate forms into one continuous packet, eliminating duplication and including a pre-filled format.
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Uncollected
Suzanne Plimpton
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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.
Medical Clearance Process for Deployment to the Polar Regions