81 FR 31968 - Proposed Extension of Information Collection; Certificate of Electrical Training and Applications for MSHA Approved Tests and State Tests Administered as Part of an MSHA-Approved State Program

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Mine Safety and Health Administration

Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 98 (May 20, 2016)

The Department of Labor, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a pre-clearance consultation program to provide the general public and Federal agencies with an opportunity to comment on proposed collections of information in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, 44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A). This program helps to assure that requested data can be provided in the desired format, reporting burden (time and financial resources) is minimized, collection instruments are clearly understood, and the impact of collection requirements on respondents can be properly assessed. Currently, the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is soliciting comments on the information collection for Certificate of Electrical Training and Applications for MSHA Approved Tests and State Tests Administered as Part of an MSHA-approved State Program.

[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 98 (Friday, May 20, 2016)]
[Notices]
[Pages 31968-31969]
From the Federal Register Online  [www.thefederalregister.org]
[FR Doc No: 2016-11915]


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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

Mine Safety and Health Administration

[OMB Control No. 1219-0001]


Proposed Extension of Information Collection; Certificate of 
Electrical Training and Applications for MSHA Approved Tests and State 
Tests Administered as Part of an MSHA-Approved State Program

AGENCY: Mine Safety and Health Administration, Labor.

ACTION: Request for public comments.

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SUMMARY: The Department of Labor, as part of its continuing effort to 
reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a pre-clearance 
consultation program to provide the general public and Federal agencies 
with an opportunity to comment on proposed collections of information 
in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, 44 U.S.C. 
3506(c)(2)(A). This program helps to assure that requested data can be 
provided in the desired format, reporting burden (time and financial 
resources) is minimized, collection instruments are clearly understood, 
and the impact of collection requirements on respondents can be 
properly assessed. Currently, the Mine Safety and Health Administration 
(MSHA) is soliciting comments on the information collection for 
Certificate of Electrical Training and Applications for MSHA Approved 
Tests and State Tests Administered as Part of an MSHA-approved State 
Program.

DATES: All comments must be received on or before July 19, 2016.

ADDRESSES: Comments concerning the information collection requirements 
of this notice may be sent by any of the methods listed below.
     Federal E-Rulemaking Portal: http://www.regulations.gov. 
Follow the on-line instructions for submitting comments for docket 
number MSHA-2016-0017.
     Regular Mail: Send comments to USDOL-MSHA, Office of 
Standards, Regulations, and Variances, 201 12th Street South, Suite 
4E401, Arlington, VA 22202-5452.
     Hand Delivery: USDOL-Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 201 12th Street South, Suite 4E401, Arlington, VA 
22202-5452. Sign in at the receptionist's desk on the 4th floor via the 
East elevator.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Sheila McConnell, Director, Office of 
Standards, Regulations, and Variances, MSHA, at 
[email protected] (email); 202-693-9440 (voice); or 
202-693-9441 (facsimile).

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

I. Background

    Under section 305(g) of the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 
1977 (Mine Act), all electric equipment shall be frequently examined, 
tested, and properly maintained by a qualified person to assure safe 
operating conditions.
    Title 30 CFR 75.153 and 77.103 define a person as qualified to 
perform electrical work if he has been qualified as a coal mine 
electrician by a State that has a coal mine electrical qualification 
program approved by MSHA; or if he has at least one year of experience 
performing electrical work underground in a coal mine, in a surface 
coal mine, in a noncoal mine, in the mine equipment manufacturing 
industry, or in any other industry using or manufacturing similar 
equipment, and has satisfactorily completed a coal mine electrical 
training program approved by MSHA or has attained a satisfactory grade 
on a series of five written tests approved by MSHA.
    MSHA Form 5000-1 provides the coal mining industry with a 
standardized reporting format that expedites the certification process 
while ensuring compliance with the regulations. The information 
provided on the form enables MSHA to determine if the applicants 
satisfy the requirements to obtain the certification or qualification.

II. Desired Focus of Comments

    MSHA is soliciting comments concerning the proposed information 
collection related to Certificate of Electrical Training and 
Applications for MSHA Approved Tests and State Tests Administered as 
Part of an MSHA-approved State Program. MSHA is particularly interested 
in comments that:
     Evaluate whether the collection of information is 
necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, 
including whether the information has practical utility;
     Evaluate the accuracy of MSHA's estimate of the burden of 
the collection of information, including the validity of the 
methodology and assumptions used;
     Suggest methods to enhance the quality, utility, and 
clarity of the information to be collected; and
     Minimize the burden of the collection of information on 
those who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate 
automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection 
techniques or other forms of information technology, e.g., permitting 
electronic submission of responses.
    The information collection request will be available on http://www.regulations.gov. MSHA cautions the commenter against providing any 
information in the submission that should not be publicly disclosed. 
Full comments, including personal information provided, will be made 
available on www.regulations.gov and www.reginfo.gov.
    The public may also examine publicly available documents at USDOL-
Mine Safety and Health Administration, 201 12th South, Suite 4E401, 
Arlington, VA 22202-5452. Sign in at the receptionist's desk on the 4th 
floor via the East elevator.
    Questions about the information collection requirements may be 
directed to the person listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT 
section of this notice.

III. Current Actions

    This request for collection of information contains provisions for 
Certificate of Electrical Training and Applications for MSHA Approved 
Tests and State Tests Administered as Part of an MSHA-approved State 
Program. MSHA has updated the data with respect to the number of 
respondents, responses, burden hours, and burden costs supporting this 
information collection request.
    Type of Review: Extension, without change, of a currently approved 
collection.
    Agency: Mine Safety and Health Administration.
    OMB Number: 1219-0001.

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    Affected Public: Business or other for-profit.
    Number of Respondents: 289.
    Frequency: On occasion.
    Number of Responses: 1,414.
    Annual Burden Hours: 599 hours.
    Annual Respondent or Recordkeeper Cost: $274.
    MSHA Forms: MSHA Form 5000-1, Certificate of Electrical Training.
    Comments submitted in response to this notice will be summarized 
and included in the request for Office of Management and Budget 
approval of the information collection request; they will also become a 
matter of public record.

Sheila McConnell,
Certifying Officer.
[FR Doc. 2016-11915 Filed 5-19-16; 8:45 am]
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