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worker adjustment assistance for
workers and former workers of Long
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including workers whose wages were
reported through Kone, Inc., Riverton,
Illinois.
Signed in Washington, DC on this 27th day
of September, 2012.
Del Min Amy Chen,
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Assistance.
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BILLING CODE 4510–FN–P
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Mine Safety and Health Administration
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
[OMB Control No. 1219–0083]
Proposed Extension of Existing
Information Collection; Daily
Inspection of Surface Coal Mines;
Certified Person; Reports of Inspection
(Pertains to Surface Coal Mines)
Mine Safety and Health
Administration, Labor.
ACTION: Request for public comments.
AGENCY:
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
and continuing collections of
information in accordance with the
Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. 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 is
soliciting comments concerning the
extension of the information collection
for 30 CFR 77.1713. OMB last approved
this information collection request (ICR)
on February 1, 2010.
DATES: All comments must be
postmarked or received by midnight
Eastern Standard Time on December 11,
2012.
ADDRESSES: Comments concerning the
information collection requirements of
this notice must be clearly identified
with ‘‘OMB 1219–0083’’ and sent to the
Mine Safety and Health Administration
(MSHA). Comments may be sent by any
of the methods listed below.
• Federal E-Rulemaking Portal:
https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
on-line instructions for submitting
comments.
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• Facsimile: 202–693–9441, include
‘‘OMB 1219–0083’’ in the subject line of
the message.
• Regular Mail or Hand Delivery:
MSHA, Office of Standards,
Regulations, and Variances, 1100
Wilson Boulevard, Room 2350,
Arlington, VA 22209–3939. For hand
delivery, sign in at the receptionist’s
desk on the 21st floor.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Greg
Moxness, Chief, Economic Analysis
Division, Office of Standards,
Regulations, and Variances, MSHA, at
moxness.greg@dol.gov (email); 202–
693–9440 (voice); or 202–693–9441
(facsimile).
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I. Background
The Secretary shall, in accordance
with procedures set forth in Section
101(a) of the Federal Mine Safety and
Health Act of 1977 (Mine Act), and
Section 553 of Title 5, United States
Code, develop, promulgate, and revise
as may be appropriate, improved
mandatory health or safety standards for
the protection of life and prevention of
injuries in coal or other mines. 30 U.S.C.
811(a). Additionally, section 103(h) of
the Mine Act requires mine operators to
establish and maintain ‘‘such records,
make such reports, and provide such
information, as the Secretary * * * may
reasonably require from time to time to
enable [her] to perform [her] functions
under this Act.’’ 30 U.S.C. 813(h).
Section 77.1713, Title 30 of the Code
of Federal Regulations (30 CFR 77.1713)
requires coal mine operators to conduct
examinations of each active working
area of surface mines, active surface
installations at these mines, facilities
and preparation plants not associated
with underground coal mines for
hazardous conditions during each shift.
A report of hazardous conditions
detected must be entered into a record
book along with a description of any
corrective actions taken.
A number of potential hazards can
exist at surface coal mines and facilities.
Highwalls, mining equipment,
travelways, and the handling of mining
materials each present potentially
hazardous conditions. Prior to the
promulgation of 30 CFR 77.1713 in
1971, numerous miners had either lost
their lives or received injuries of varying
degrees of seriousness at areas affected
by the subject standard. The majority of
the injuries and fatalities resulted from
hazardous conditions not detected and
corrected. By conducting an on shift
examination for hazardous conditions,
mine operators better ensure a safe
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working environment for the miners and
a reduction in accidents.
II. Desired Focus of Comments
The Mine Safety and Health
Administration (MSHA) is soliciting
comments concerning the proposed
extension of the information collection
related to Daily Inspection of Surface
Coal Mines; Certified Person; Reports of
Inspection (Pertains to Surface Coal
Mines). 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 the
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
• Address the use of appropriate
automated, electronic, mechanical, or
other technological collection
techniques or other forms of information
technology (e.g., permitting electronic
submissions of responses), to minimize
the burden of the collection of
information on those who are to
respond.
The public may examine publicly
available documents, including the
public comment version of the
supporting statement, at MSHA, Office
of Standards, Regulations, and
Variances, 1100 Wilson Boulevard,
Room 2350, Arlington, VA 22209–3939.
OMB clearance requests are available on
MSHA’s Web site at https://
www.msha.gov under ‘‘Rules & Regs’’ on
the right side of the screen by selecting
Information Collections Requests,
Paperwork Reduction Act Supporting
Statements. The document will be
available on MSHA’s Web site for 60
days after the publication date of this
notice. Comments submitted in writing
or in electronic form will be made
available for public inspection. Because
comments will not be edited to remove
any identifying or contact information,
MSHA cautions the commenter against
including any information in the
submission that should not be publicly
disclosed. 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
The information obtained from mine
operators is used by MSHA during
inspections to determine compliance
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
program to provide the general public
and Federal agencies with an
opportunity to comment on proposed
and continuing collections of
information in accordance with the
Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. 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 is
soliciting comments concerning the
extension of the information collection
for 30 CFR 57.5047. OMB last approved
this information collection request (ICR)
on February 1, 2010.
DATES: All comments must be
postmarked or received by midnight
Eastern Standard Time on December 11,
2012.
ADDRESSES: Comments concerning the
information collection requirements of
this notice must be clearly identified
with ‘‘OMB 1219–0039’’ and sent to the
Mine Safety and Health Administration
(MSHA). Comments may be sent by any
of the methods listed below.
• Federal E-Rulemaking Portal:
https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
on-line instructions for submitting
comments.
• Facsimile: 202–693–9441, include
‘‘OMB 1219–0039’’ in the subject line of
the message.
• Regular Mail or Hand Delivery:
MSHA, Office of Standards,
Regulations, and Variances, 1100
Wilson Boulevard, Room 2350,
Arlington, VA 22209–3939. For hand
delivery, sign in at the receptionist’s
desk on the 21st floor.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Greg
Moxness, Chief, Economic Analysis
Division, Office of Standards,
Regulations, and Variances, MSHA, at
moxness.greg@dol.gov (email); 202–
693–9440 (voice); or 202–693–9441
(facsimile).
Mine Safety and Health Administration
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
[OMB Control No. 1219–0039]
I. Background
Proposed Extension of Existing
Information Collection; Gamma
Radiation Surveys
Gamma radiation occurs where
radioactive materials are present. It has
been associated with lung cancer and
other debilitating occupational diseases.
Natural sources include rocks, soils, and
ground water. Gamma radiation hazards
may be found near radiation sources at
surface operations using X-ray
machines, weightometers, nuclear and
diffraction units. Nuclear gauges
mounted outside tanks, pipes, bins,
hoppers or other types of vessels;
with safety and health standards. MSHA
has updated the data in respect to the
number of respondents and responses,
as well as the total burden hours and
burden costs supporting this
information collection extension
request.
MSHA does not intend to publish the
results from this information collection
and is not seeking approval to either
display or not display the expiration
date for the OMB approval of this
information collection.
There are no certification exceptions
identified with this information
collection and the collection of this
information does not employ statistical
methods.
Summary
Type of Review: Extension.
Agency: Mine Safety and Health
Administration.
Title: Daily Inspection of Surface Coal
Mines; Certified Person; Reports of
Inspection (Pertains to Surface Coal
Mines).
OMB Number: 1219–0083.
Affected Public: Business or other forprofit.
Cite/Reference/Form/etc: 30 CFR
77.1713.
Total Number of Respondents: 1,464.
Frequency: 312.
Total Number of Responses: 913,536.
Total Burden Hours: 685,152 hours.
Total Other Annual Cost Burden: $0.
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.
Authority: 44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A).
Dated: October 5, 2012.
George F. Triebsch,
Certifying Officer.
[FR Doc. 2012–25075 Filed 10–11–12; 8:45 am]
wreier-aviles on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with NOTICES
BILLING CODE 4510–43–P
Mine Safety and Health
Administration, Labor.
ACTION: Request for public comments.
AGENCY:
The Department of Labor, as
part of its continuing effort to reduce
paperwork and respondent burden,
conducts a pre-clearance consultation
SUMMARY:
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gamma rays are used to sense the level
and density of liquids, slurries or solids.
Gamma rays penetrate the body and
can kill or damage cells in their path
which can affect many of the body’s
organs. The adverse health effects from
exposure to gamma radiation can vary
depending upon the type of cell affected
and the extent of damage.
Under Section 103(c) of the Federal
Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977
(Mine Act), the Mine Safety and Health
Administration (MSHA) is required to
‘‘* * * issue regulations requiring
operators to maintain accurate records
of employee exposures to potentially
toxic materials or harmful physical
agents which are required to be
monitored or measured under any
applicable mandatory health or safety
standard promulgated under this Act.’’
In addition, 30 CFR 57.5047(a) requires
that gamma radiation surveys be
conducted annually in all underground
mines where radioactive ores are mined.
30 CFR 57.5047(c) requires that gamma
radiation dosimeters be provided for all
persons exposed to average gamma
radiation measurements in excess of 2.0
milliroentgens per hour in the working
place. This paragraph also requires the
operator keep records of cumulative
individual gamma radiation exposures.
II. Desired Focus of Comments
The Mine Safety and Health
Administration (MSHA) is soliciting
comments concerning the proposed
extension of the information collection
related to Gamma Radiation Surveys.
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 the
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
• Address the use of appropriate
automated, electronic, mechanical, or
other technological collection
techniques or other forms of information
technology (e.g., permitting electronic
submissions of responses), to minimize
the burden of the collection of
information on those who are to
respond.
The public may examine publicly
available documents, including the
public comment version of the
supporting statement, at MSHA, Office
of Standards, Regulations, and
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Mine Safety and Health Administration
[OMB Control No. 1219-0083]
Proposed Extension of Existing Information Collection; Daily
Inspection of Surface Coal Mines; Certified Person; Reports of
Inspection (Pertains to Surface Coal Mines)
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 and continuing collections
of information in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
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 is
soliciting comments concerning the extension of the information
collection for 30 CFR 77.1713. OMB last approved this information
collection request (ICR) on February 1, 2010.
DATES: All comments must be postmarked or received by midnight Eastern
Standard Time on December 11, 2012.
ADDRESSES: Comments concerning the information collection requirements
of this notice must be clearly identified with ``OMB 1219-0083'' and
sent to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA). Comments may
be sent by any of the methods listed below.
Federal E-Rulemaking Portal: https://www.regulations.gov.
Follow the on-line instructions for submitting comments.
Facsimile: 202-693-9441, include ``OMB 1219-0083'' in the
subject line of the message.
Regular Mail or Hand Delivery: MSHA, Office of Standards,
Regulations, and Variances, 1100 Wilson Boulevard, Room 2350,
Arlington, VA 22209-3939. For hand delivery, sign in at the
receptionist's desk on the 21st floor.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Greg Moxness, Chief, Economic Analysis
Division, Office of Standards, Regulations, and Variances, MSHA, at
moxness.greg@dol.gov (email); 202-693-9440 (voice); or 202-693-9441
(facsimile).
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
I. Background
The Secretary shall, in accordance with procedures set forth in
Section 101(a) of the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977 (Mine
Act), and Section 553 of Title 5, United States Code, develop,
promulgate, and revise as may be appropriate, improved mandatory health
or safety standards for the protection of life and prevention of
injuries in coal or other mines. 30 U.S.C. 811(a). Additionally,
section 103(h) of the Mine Act requires mine operators to establish and
maintain ``such records, make such reports, and provide such
information, as the Secretary * * * may reasonably require from time to
time to enable [her] to perform [her] functions under this Act.'' 30
U.S.C. 813(h).
Section 77.1713, Title 30 of the Code of Federal Regulations (30
CFR 77.1713) requires coal mine operators to conduct examinations of
each active working area of surface mines, active surface installations
at these mines, facilities and preparation plants not associated with
underground coal mines for hazardous conditions during each shift. A
report of hazardous conditions detected must be entered into a record
book along with a description of any corrective actions taken.
A number of potential hazards can exist at surface coal mines and
facilities. Highwalls, mining equipment, travelways, and the handling
of mining materials each present potentially hazardous conditions.
Prior to the promulgation of 30 CFR 77.1713 in 1971, numerous miners
had either lost their lives or received injuries of varying degrees of
seriousness at areas affected by the subject standard. The majority of
the injuries and fatalities resulted from hazardous conditions not
detected and corrected. By conducting an on shift examination for
hazardous conditions, mine operators better ensure a safe working
environment for the miners and a reduction in accidents.
II. Desired Focus of Comments
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is soliciting
comments concerning the proposed extension of the information
collection related to Daily Inspection of Surface Coal Mines; Certified
Person; Reports of Inspection (Pertains to Surface Coal Mines). 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 the 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
Address the use of appropriate automated, electronic,
mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms
of information technology (e.g., permitting electronic submissions of
responses), to minimize the burden of the collection of information on
those who are to respond.
The public may examine publicly available documents, including the
public comment version of the supporting statement, at MSHA, Office of
Standards, Regulations, and Variances, 1100 Wilson Boulevard, Room
2350, Arlington, VA 22209-3939. OMB clearance requests are available on
MSHA's Web site at https://www.msha.gov under ``Rules & Regs'' on the
right side of the screen by selecting Information Collections Requests,
Paperwork Reduction Act Supporting Statements. The document will be
available on MSHA's Web site for 60 days after the publication date of
this notice. Comments submitted in writing or in electronic form will
be made available for public inspection. Because comments will not be
edited to remove any identifying or contact information, MSHA cautions
the commenter against including any information in the submission that
should not be publicly disclosed. 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
The information obtained from mine operators is used by MSHA during
inspections to determine compliance
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with safety and health standards. MSHA has updated the data in respect
to the number of respondents and responses, as well as the total burden
hours and burden costs supporting this information collection extension
request.
MSHA does not intend to publish the results from this information
collection and is not seeking approval to either display or not display
the expiration date for the OMB approval of this information
collection.
There are no certification exceptions identified with this
information collection and the collection of this information does not
employ statistical methods.
Summary
Type of Review: Extension.
Agency: Mine Safety and Health Administration.
Title: Daily Inspection of Surface Coal Mines; Certified Person;
Reports of Inspection (Pertains to Surface Coal Mines).
OMB Number: 1219-0083.
Affected Public: Business or other for-profit.
Cite/Reference/Form/etc: 30 CFR 77.1713.
Total Number of Respondents: 1,464.
Frequency: 312.
Total Number of Responses: 913,536.
Total Burden Hours: 685,152 hours.
Total Other Annual Cost Burden: $0.
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.
Authority: 44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A).
Dated: October 5, 2012.
George F. Triebsch,
Certifying Officer.
[FR Doc. 2012-25075 Filed 10-11-12; 8:45 am]
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