# Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
The Department of Labor (DOL) has submitted the following public information collection request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13, 44 U.S.C. chapter 35). A copy of this ICR, with applicable supporting documentation, may be obtained by calling the Department of Labor. To obtain documentation contact Darrin King on 202-693-4129 or E-Mail *[email protected].*
Comments should be sent to Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Attn: OMB Desk Officer for MSHA, Office of Management and Budget, Room 10235, Washington, DC 20503 ((202) 395-7316), within 30 days from the date of this publication in the *Federal Register* .
The OMB is particularly interested in comments which:
• Evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information will have practical utility;
• Evaluate 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;
• 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.
*Agency:* Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA).
*Type of Review:* Revision of a currently approved collection.
*Title:* Permissible Equipment Testing.
*OMB Number:* 1219-0066.
*Affected Public:* Business or other for-profit.
*Number of Respondents:* 592.
| Requirement | Annual | Average response time | Annual |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | | |
| New Acceptance Application | 1 | 5.03 | 5 |
| Acceptance Extension Application | 1 | 5.03 | 5 |
| Reporting Non-compliant Products | 4 | 0.25 | 1 |
| Part 15 Subtotal | 6 | | 11 |
| | | | |
| Approval Applications | 84 | 14.43 | 1,212 |
| Approval Extensions | 32 | 5.16 | 165 |
| Certification Application | 1 | 14.43 | 14 |
| Certification Extension | 1 | 5.16 | 5 |
| Simplified Certifications | 1 | 7.00 | 7 |
| Simplified Certifications Extensions | 1 | 2.50 | 3 |
| RAMP Applications | 354 | 1.00 | 354 |
| Part 18 Subtotal | 474 | | 1,760 |
| | | | |
| Approval Applications | 1 | 14.73 | 15 |
| Approval Extension | 1 | 5.03 | 5 |
| RAMP Applications | 1 | 1.48 | 1 |
| Part 19 Subtotal | 3 | | 21 |
| | | | |
| Approval Applications | 3 | 14.73 | 44 |
| Approval Extension | 1 | 5.03 | 5 |
| RAMP Applications | 1 | 1.48 | 1 |
| Part 20 Subtotal | 5 | | 51 |
| | | | |
| Approval Applications | 1 | 14.73 | 15 |
| Approval Extension | 1 | 5.03 | 5 |
| RAMP Applications | 15 | 1.48 | 22 |
| Part 22 Subtotal | 17 | | 42 |
| | | | |
| Approval Applications | 1 | 14.73 | 15 |
| Approval Extension | 1 | 5.03 | 5 |
| RAMP Applications | 3 | 1.48 | 4 |
| Part 23 Subtotal | 5 | | 24 |
| | | | |
| Certification Application | 1 | 14.73 | 15 |
| Certification Extension | 1 | 5.03 | 5 |
| RAMP Applications | 7 | 1.48 | 10 |
| Part 27 Subtotal | 9 | | 30 |
| | | | |
| Approval Applications | 1 | 14.73 | 15 |
| Approval Extension | 1 | 5.03 | 5 |
| Part 28 Subtotal | 2 | | 20 |
| | | | |
| Approval Applications | 7 | 14.73 | 103 |
| Approval Extension | 1 | 5.03 | 5 |
| RAMP Applications | 3 | 1.48 | 4 |
| Part 33 Subtotal | 11 | | 113 |
| | | | |
| Approval Applications | 1 | 24.25 | 24 |
| Approval Extension | 1 | 24.25 | 24 |
| Part 35 Subtotal | 2 | | 49 |
| | | | |
| Approval Applications | 54 | 14.73 | 795 |
| Approval Extension | 1 | 5.03 | 5 |
| RAMP Applications | 3 | 1.48 | 4 |
| Part 36 Subtotal | 58 | | 805 |
| Grand Total | 592 | | 2,926 |
*Total Annualized Capital/Startup Costs:* $0.
*Total Annual Costs (operating/maintaining systems or purchasing services):* $446,744.
*Description:* MSHA is responsible for quality control of mine equipment and components, materials, instruments, and explosives used in the mining industry. The information collection requirements contained in 30 CFR parts 15, 18, 19, 20, 22, 23, 27, 28, 33, 35, and 36 contain procedures by which manufacturers may apply for, and have equipment approved as permissible for use in mines.
Ira Mills,
Departmental Clearance Officer.