OMB approves
this package based upon the changes identified in the December 12,
1996, correspondence.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
02/29/2000
02/29/2000
12/31/1996
64,000
0
80,700
67,433
0
81,991
1,449,000
0
0
Coal mine operators are required to
collect and submit respirable dust samples to MSHA for analysis.
Pertinent information associated with identifying and analyzing
these samples is submitted on the dust data cards that accompany
the samples.
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.