The information in this collection is required to evaluate injury claims made by seamen working aboard government-owned vessels. The response is voluntary by the seafarer, but would be required to evaluate injury claims made by seamen working aboard government-owned vessels to obtain a possible settlement with the government. The data collected is to obtain benefits. Claims are filed annually and/or as needed and must be in writing and in any form and mailed or emailed to the Maritime Administration, Director, Office of Marine Insurance. The information required is found in 46 CFR, Part 327. The collected information must meet the requirements stated in 46 CFR, Part 327. The Claims are kept on file (secured file cabinet) at MARAD's Office of Marine Insurance.
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.