81 FR 8474 - Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request-Generic Clearance To Conduct Formative Research
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Food and Nutrition Service Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 33 (February 19, 2016)
Food and Nutrition Service
Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 33 (February 19, 2016)
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| FR Document | 2016-03385 |
[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 33 (Friday, February 19, 2016)] [Notices] [Pages 8474-8475] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-03385] ======================================================================== Notices Federal Register ________________________________________________________________________ This section of the FEDERAL REGISTER contains documents other than rules or proposed rules that are applicable to the public. Notices of hearings and investigations, committee meetings, agency decisions and rulings, delegations of authority, filing of petitions and applications and agency statements of organization and functions are examples of documents appearing in this section. ======================================================================== Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 33 / Friday, February 19, 2016 / Notices [[Page 8474]] DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Food and Nutrition Service Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request--Generic Clearance To Conduct Formative Research AGENCY: Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), USDA. ACTION: Notice. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice invites the general public and other interested parties to comment on a proposed information collection. This collection is a revision of a currently approved collection. This information collection will conduct research in support of FNS' goal of delivering science-based nutrition education to targeted audiences. From development through testing of materials and tools with the target audience, FNS plans to conduct data collections that involve formative research including focus groups, interviews (dyad, triad, telephone, etc.), surveys and Web-based collection tools. DATES: Written comments must be received on or before April 19, 2016. ADDRESSES: Comments are invited on: (a) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information has practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including use of appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology. Comments may be sent to Lynnette Thomas, Food and Nutrition Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 1014, Alexandria, VA 22302. Comments will also be accepted through the Federal eRulemaking Portal. Go to http://www.regulations.gov and follow the online instructions for submitting comments electronically. All written comments will be open for public inspection at the Office of the Food and Nutrition Service during regular business hours (8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday) at 3101 Park Center Drive, Alexandria, Virginia 22302, Room 1014. All responses to this notice will be summarized and included in the request for Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval. All comments will be a matter of public record. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information should be directed to Lynnette Thomas at 703-305-2119. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Title: Generic Clearance to Conduct Formative Research for Development of Nutrition Education and Promotion Materials and Related Tools for FNS Population Groups. OMB Number: 0584-0524 Expiration Date: June 30, 2016. Type of Request: Revision of previously approved information collection. Abstract: This information collection is based on Section 19 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1787), Section 5 of the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act (42 U.S.C. 1754) and Section 11(f) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2020). This request for approval of information collection is necessary to obtain input into the development of nutrition education interventions for population groups served by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service (USDA-FNS). Interventions need to be designed so that they can be delivered through different types of media and in a variety of formats for diverse audiences. FNS develops a variety of resources to support nutrition education and promotion activities. These resources are designed to convey science-based, behavior-focused nutrition messages about healthy eating and physical activity to children and adults eligible to participate in FNS nutrition assistance programs and to motivate them to consume more healthful foods as defined by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA). This includes education materials, messages, promotion tools and interventions for the diverse population served by the Federal nutrition programs including WIC, Team Nutrition, Food Distribution and other programs. Obtaining formative input and feedback is fundamental to FNS' success in delivering science-based nutrition messages and reaching diverse segments of the population in ways that are meaningful and relevant. This includes conferring with the target audience, individuals who serve the target audience, and key stakeholders on the communication strategies and interventions that will be developed and on the delivery approaches that will be used to reach consumers. The formative research and testing activities described will help in the development of effective education and promotion tools and communication strategies. Collection of this information will increase FNS' ability to formulate nutrition education interventions that resonate with the intended target population, in particular low-income families. Formative research methods and information collection will include focus groups, interviews (dyad, triad, telephone, etc.), surveys and Web-based data collection. The data obtained will provide input regarding the potential use of materials and products during both the developmental and testing stages. In order to determine future nutrition education needs, tools and dissemination strategies, key informant interviews will be conducted. This task involves collecting a diverse array of information from a variety of groups including: people familiar with the target audiences; individuals delivering nutrition education interventions and projects; program providers at State and local levels; program participants; and other relevant informants associated with FNS programs. Findings from all data collection will be included in summary reports submitted to USDA-FNS. The reports will describe the data collection methods, findings, conclusions, implications, and recommendations for the development and effective [[Page 8475]] dissemination of nutrition education materials and related tools for FNS population groups. There will be no specific quantitative analysis of data. No attempt will be made to generalize the findings to be nationally representative or statistically valid. Reporting Burden Affected Public: State, Local and Tribal Government; Individuals and Households; and Business or Other for Profit. Estimated Number of Respondents: 102,500 respondents. Estimated Number of Responses per Respondent: 1 response. Estimated Total Annual Responses: 102,500. Estimate of Time per Respondent: .468 hours. Estimated Total Annual Reporting Burden Hours: 48,000 hours. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Estimated Estimated Responses Total annual average number Estimated Collection instruments number annually per responses of hours per total hours respondents respondent response ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Reporting Burden ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Focus Group Screeners........... 10,000 1 10,000 0.17 1,666.67 Interview Screeners/Surveys..... 5,000 1 5,000 0.17 833.33 Focus Groups.................... 5,500 1 5,500 2.00 11,000.00 Intercept Interviews............ 5,000 1 5,000 0.50 2,500.00 Dyad/Triad Interviews........... 2,000 1 2,000 1.00 2,000.00 Telephone Interviews............ 10,000 1 10,000 0.25 2,500.00 Surveys......................... 10,000 1 10,000 0.50 5,000.00 Web-based Collections........... 40,000 1 40,000 0.50 20,000.00 Confidentiality Agreements...... 15,000 1 15,000 0.17 2,500.00 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Total Reporting Burden...... 102,500 1 102,500 .468 48,000 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dated: February 8, 2016. Audrey Rowe, Administrator, Food and Nutrition Service. [FR Doc. 2016-03385 Filed 2-18-16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3410-30-P
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dissemination of nutrition education Reporting Burden Estimated Number of Responses per
materials and related tools for FNS Respondent: 1 response.
population groups. There will be no Affected Public: State, Local and Estimated Total Annual Responses:
specific quantitative analysis of data. No Tribal Government; Individuals and 102,500.
attempt will be made to generalize the Households; and Business or Other for Estimate of Time per Respondent:
findings to be nationally representative Profit. .468 hours.
or statistically valid. Estimated Number of Respondents: Estimated Total Annual Reporting
102,500 respondents. Burden Hours: 48,000 hours.
Estimated
Estimated Responses average
Total annual Estimated total
Collection instruments number annually per number of
responses hours
respondents respondent hours per
response
Reporting Burden
Focus Group Screeners ....................................................... 10,000 1 10,000 0.17 1,666.67
Interview Screeners/Surveys ............................................... 5,000 1 5,000 0.17 833.33
Focus Groups ...................................................................... 5,500 1 5,500 2.00 11,000.00
Intercept Interviews .............................................................. 5,000 1 5,000 0.50 2,500.00
Dyad/Triad Interviews .......................................................... 2,000 1 2,000 1.00 2,000.00
Telephone Interviews ........................................................... 10,000 1 10,000 0.25 2,500.00
Surveys ................................................................................ 10,000 1 10,000 0.50 5,000.00
Web-based Collections ........................................................ 40,000 1 40,000 0.50 20,000.00
Confidentiality Agreements .................................................. 15,000 1 15,000 0.17 2,500.00
Total Reporting Burden ................................................ 102,500 1 102,500 .468 48,000
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