This request seeks information from federal, state, local, territorial, and tribal entitities regarding the establishment of regulatory program standards to ensure the safety of retail food service establishments. Respondents use the national standards developed by FDA to address risk factors associated with food retail service and to assess the effectiveness of the programs implemented to safeguard against foodborne illness. Adherence to the program allows respondents to seek listing in FDA's National Registry Report.
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.