Information Collection Activities: Platforms and Structures; Proposed Collection; Comment Request, 65395-65399 [2016-22829]

Download as PDF 65395 Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 184 / Thursday, September 22, 2016 / Notices • Transportation event type (snowmobile or snowcoach) • Number of vehicles • Best Available Technology (BAT) and Enhanced Best Available Technology (E BAT) • Number of visitors and guides • Route and primary destination • Administrative or guest services trip • If the transportation event allocation was from another commercial tour operator • Miscellaneous comments • Transportation event group size (number of guests/guides) (3) Enhanced Emission Standards (§ 7.13(l)(11)(iv)). To qualify for the increased average size of snowmobile transportation events or increased maximum size of snowcoach transportation events, each commercial tour operator must: (a) Before the start of each winter season, demonstrate, by means acceptable to the Superintendent, that his or her snowmobiles or snowcoaches meet the enhanced emission standards; and (b) Maintain separate records for snowmobiles and snowcoaches that meet enhanced emission standards and those that do not. We will use the information collected to: • Ensure that OSVs meet NPS emission standards to operate in the park; (2) evaluate commercial tour operators’ compliance with allocated transportation events and daily and seasonal OSV group size limits; • ensure that established daily transportation event limits for the park are not exceeded, • confirm that commercial tour operators do not run out of authorizations before the end of the season and create a gap when prospective visitors cannot be accommodated, and • guarantee compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Responsible commercial tour operators are required to provide this information to minimize liabilities, maintain business records for tax and other purposes, obtain financial backing, and ensure a safe, efficient, and well-planned operation. II. Data OMB Control Number: 1024–0266. Title: Reporting and Recordkeeping for Snowcoaches and Snowmobiles, Yellowstone National Park, 36 CFR 7.13(l). Service Form Number: NPS Form 10– 650. Type of Request: Extension without change of a currently approved collection. Description of Respondents: Individuals desiring to operate snowcoaches and snowmobiles in Yellowstone National Park. Respondent’s Obligation: Required to obtain or retain a benefit. Frequency of Collection: On occasion. Number of respondents Activity Completion time per response (hours) Total annual burden hours Meet Emission/Sound Standards—Snowcoaches (7.13(l)(4)(vi) ................................................ Meet Emission/Sound Standards—Snowmobiles (7.13(l)(5) ...................................................... Report and Recordkeeping (7.13(l)(11)(i)–(iii)) Form 10–650, ‘‘Concessioner Monthly Use Report’’ .......................................................................................................................................... Meet Enhanced Emission Standards (7.13(l)(11)(iv)) ................................................................. 12 2 .5 .5 6 1 45 5 2 .5 90 3 Total ...................................................................................................................................... 64 ........................ 100 Estimated Annual Nonhour Burden Cost: None. asabaliauskas on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with NOTICES III. Request for Comments On March 15, 2016, we published in the Federal Register (81 FR 13818) a notice of our intent to request that OMB renew approval for this information collection. In that notice, we solicited public comments for 60 days, ending on May 16, 2016. We did not receive any comments. We again invite comments concerning this information collection on: • Whether or not the collection of information is necessary, including whether or not the information will have practical utility; • The accuracy of our estimate of the burden for this collection of information; • Ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and • Ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents. VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:58 Sep 21, 2016 Jkt 238001 Please note that the comments submitted in response to this notice are a matter of public record. Before including your address, phone number, email address, or other personal identifying information in your comment, you should be aware that your entire comment, including your personal identifying information, may be made publicly available at any time. While you can ask OMB or us in your comment to withhold your personal identifying information from public review, we cannot guarantee that it will be done. Dated: September 16, 2016. Madonna L. Baucum, Information Collection Clearance Officer, National Park Service. [FR Doc. 2016–22800 Filed 9–21–16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4310–EH–P PO 00000 Frm 00061 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement [Docket ID BSEE–2016–0014; OMB Control Number 1014–0011; 16XE1700DX EEEE500000 EX1SF0000.DAQ000] Information Collection Activities: Platforms and Structures; Proposed Collection; Comment Request ACTION: 60-day Notice. To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) is inviting comments on a collection of information that we will submit to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. The information collection request (ICR) concerns a renewal to the paperwork requirements in the regulations under Subpart I, Platforms and Structures. SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\22SEN1.SGM 22SEN1 65396 Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 184 / Thursday, September 22, 2016 / Notices You must submit comments by November 21, 2016. ADDRESSES: You may submit comments by either of the following methods listed below. • Electronically go to https:// www.regulations.gov. In the Search box, enter BSEE–2016–0014 then click search. Follow the instructions to submit public comments and view all related materials. We will post all comments. • Email kye.mason@bsee.gov, fax (703) 787–1546, or mail or hand-carry comments to the Department of the Interior; Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement; Regulations and Standards Branch; ATTN: Nicole Mason; 45600 Woodland Road, Sterling, VA 20166. Please reference ICR 1014–0011 in your comment and include your name and return address. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nicole Mason, Regulations and Standards Branch, (703) 787–1607, to request additional information about this ICR. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Title: 30 CFR 250, Subpart I, Platforms and Structures. OMB Control Number: 1014–0011. Abstract: The Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Lands Act (OCSLA) at 43 U.S.C. 1334 authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to prescribe rules and regulations necessary for the administration of the leasing provisions of that Act related to mineral resources on the OCS. Such rules and regulations will apply to all operations conducted under a lease, right-of-way, or a right-ofuse and easement. Operations on the OCS must preserve, protect, and develop oil and natural gas resources in a manner that is consistent with the need to make such resources available to meet the Nation’s energy needs as rapidly as possible; to balance orderly energy resource development with protection of human, marine, and coastal environments; to ensure the public a fair and equitable return on the resources of the OCS; and to preserve and maintain free enterprise competition. In addition to the general rulemaking authority of the OCSLA at 43 U.S.C. 1334, section 301(a) of the Federal Oil and Gas Royalty Management Act (FOGRMA), 30 U.S.C. 1751(a), grants asabaliauskas on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with NOTICES DATES: VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:58 Sep 21, 2016 Jkt 238001 authority to the Secretary to prescribe such rules and regulations as are reasonably necessary to carry out FOGRMA’s provisions. While the majority of FOGRMA is directed to royalty collection and enforcement, some provisions apply to offshore operations. For example, section 108 of FOGRMA, 30 U.S.C. 1718, grants the Secretary broad authority to inspect lease sites for the purpose of determining whether there is compliance with the mineral leasing laws. Section 109(c)(2) and (d)(1), 30 U.S.C. 1719(c)(2) and (d)(1), impose substantial civil penalties for failure to permit lawful inspections and for knowing or willful preparation or submission of false, inaccurate, or misleading reports, records, or other information. Because the Secretary has delegated some of the authority under FOGRMA to BSEE, 30 U.S.C. 1751 is included as additional authority for these requirements. The Independent Offices Appropriations Act (31 U.S.C. 9701), the Omnibus Appropriations Bill (Pub. L. 104–133, 110 Stat. 1321, April 26, 1996), and OMB Circular A–25, authorize Federal agencies to recover the full cost of services that confer special benefits. Under the Department of the Interior’s implementing policy, BSEE is required to charge fees for services that provide special benefits or privileges to an identifiable non-Federal recipient above and beyond those which accrue to the public at large. Various applications, reports, and certifications for Platform Verification Program, fixed structure, Caisson/Well Protector, and modification repairs are subject to cost recovery, and BSEE regulations specify service fees for these requests. These authorities and responsibilities are among those delegated to BSEE. The regulations at 30 CFR 250, Subpart I, pertain to Platforms and Structures and are the subject of this collection. This request also covers the related Notices to Lessees and Operators (NTLs) that BSEE issues to clarify, supplement, or provide additional guidance on some aspects of our regulations. Some responses are mandatory and some are required to obtain or retain a benefit. No questions of a sensitive nature are asked. BSEE will protect proprietary information according to the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. 552) and DOI’s implementing PO 00000 Frm 00062 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 regulations (43 CFR 2); 30 CFR part 250.197, Data and information to be made available to the public or for limited inspection; and 30 CFR part 252, OCS Oil and Gas Information Program. The BSEE uses the information submitted under Subpart I to determine the structural integrity of all OCS platforms and floating production facilities and to ensure that such integrity will be maintained throughout the useful life of these structures. We use the information to ascertain, on a case-by-case basis, that the fixed and floating platforms and structures are structurally sound and safe for their intended use to ensure safety of personnel and prevent pollution. More specifically, we use the information to: • Review data concerning damage to a platform to assess the adequacy of proposed repairs. • Review applications for platform construction (construction is divided into three phases–design, fabrication, and installation) to ensure the structural integrity of the platform. • Review verification plans and thirdparty reports for unique platforms to ensure that all nonstandard situations are given proper consideration during the platform design, fabrication, and installation. • Review platform design, fabrication, and installation records to ensure that the platform is constructed according to approved applications. • Review inspection reports to ensure that platform integrity is maintained for the life of the platform. Frequency: On occasion, as a result of situations encountered; and annually. Description of Respondents: Potential respondents include Federal OCS oil, gas, or sulfur lessees and/or operators and holders of pipeline rights-of-way. Estimated Reporting and Recordkeeping Hour Burden: The currently approved annual reporting burden for this collection is 261,313 hours and $392,874 non-hour costs. The following chart details the individual components and estimated hour burdens. In calculating the burdens, we assumed that respondents perform certain requirements in the normal course of their activities. We consider these to be usual and customary and took that into account in estimating the burden. E:\FR\FM\22SEN1.SGM 22SEN1 65397 Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 184 / Thursday, September 22, 2016 / Notices BURDEN BREAKDOWN Citation 30 CFR 250 subpart I and related NTLs Reporting and/or recordkeeping requirement * Average number of annual reponses Hour burden Annual burden hours Non-hour cost burdens General Requirements for Platforms 900(b), (c), (e); 901(b); 905; 906; 910(c), (d); 911(c), (g); 912; 913; 919; NTL(s). [PAP 904–908; PVP 909–918]. Submit application, along with reports/surveys and relevant data, to install new platform or floating production facility or significant changes to approved applications, including but not limited to: Summary of safety factors utilized in design of the platform; use of alternative codes, rules, or standards; CVA changes; and Platform Verification Program (PVP) plan for design, fabrication, and installation of new, fixed, bottom-founded, pile-supported, or concrete-gravity platforms and new floating platforms. Consult as required with BSEE and/or USCG. Re/Submit application for major modification(s)/repairs to any platform and obtain approval; and related requirements. 817 ............................ 100 applications ........ 81,700 $22,734 × 3 PVP = $68,202 $3,256 × 12 fixed structure = $39,072 $1,657 × 20 Caisson/Well Protector = $33,140 $3,884 × 65 modifications/repairs = $252,460 900(b)(4) .............. Submit application for approval to convert an existing platform for a new purpose. 105 ............................ 4 applications ............ 420 900(b)(5) .............. Submit application for approval to convert an existing mobile offshore drilling unit (MODU) for a new purpose. 120 ............................ 2 applications ............ 240 900(c) ................... Notify BSEE within 24 hours of damage and emergency repairs and request approval of repairs. Submit written completion report within 1 week upon completion of repairs. 7 ................................ 14 notices/requests; reports. 17 .............................. 98 238 Submit platform installation date and the final as-built location data to the Regional Supervisor within 45 days after platform installation. 19 .............................. 140 submittals ........... 2,660 900(e) .................. Resubmit an application for approval to install a platform if it was not installed within 1 year after approval (or other date specified by BSEE). 58 .............................. 6 applications ............ 348 901(b) .................. Request approval for alternative codes, rules, or standards. 903 ....................... asabaliauskas on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with NOTICES 900(e) .................. Record original and relevant material test results of all primary structural materials; retain records during all stages of construction. Compile, retain, and provide location/make available to BSEE for the functional life of platform, the as-built drawings, design assumptions/analyses, summary of nondestructive examination records, inspection results, and records of repair not covered elsewhere. 903(c); 905(k) ...... Submit certification statement [a certification statement is not considered information collection under 5 CFR 1320.3(h)(1); the burden is for the insertion of the location of the records on the statement and the submittal to BSEE]. Subtotal ........ .......................................................................................... Burden covered under 30 CFR 250, Subpart A, 1014–0022 204 ............................ 111 lessees ............... 0 22,644 This statement is submitted with the application .................................... 377 responses ........... 0 108,348 $392,874 Non-Hour Cost Burdens VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:58 Sep 21, 2016 Jkt 238001 PO 00000 Frm 00063 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 E:\FR\FM\22SEN1.SGM 22SEN1 65398 Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 184 / Thursday, September 22, 2016 / Notices BURDEN BREAKDOWN—Continued Citation 30 CFR 250 subpart I and related NTLs Reporting and/or recordkeeping requirement * Average number of annual reponses Hour burden Annual burden hours Non-hour cost burdens Platform Verification Program 911(c–e); 912(a– c); 914;. Submit complete schedule of all phases of design, fabrication, and installation with required information; also submit Gantt Chart with required information and required nomination/documentation for CVA, or to be performed by CVA. 173 ............................ 5 schedules ............... 912(a) .................. Submit design verification plans with your DPP or DOCD.. 913(a) .................. Resubmit a changed design, fabrication, or installation verification plan for approval. 87 .............................. 2 plans ....................... 174 916(c) ................... Submit interim and final CVA reports and recommendations on design phase. 230 ............................ 10 reports .................. 2,300 917(a), (c) ............ Submit interim and final CVA reports and recommendations on fabrication phase, including notices to BSEE and operator/lessee of fabrication procedure changes or design specification modifications. 183 ............................ 10 reports .................. 1,830 918(c) ................... Submit interim and final CVA reports and recommendations on installation phase. 133 ............................ 10 reports .................. 1,330 Subtotal ........ .......................................................................................... .................................... 37 responses ............. 6,499 Burden covered under 30 CFR 550, Subpart B, 1010–0151 865 0 Inspection, Maintenance, and Assessment of Platforms 919(a) .................. Develop in-service inspection plan and keep on file. Submit annual (November 1 of each year) report on inspection of platforms or floating production facilities, including summary of testing results. 171 ............................ 117 lessees ............... 20,007 919(b) NTL .......... After an environmental event, submit to Regional Supervisor initial report followed by updates and supporting information. 45 (initial) ................... 150 reports ................ 6,750 30 (update) ................ 90 reports .................. 2,700 Submit results of inspections, description of any damage, assessment of structure to withstand conditions, and remediation plans. 159 ............................ 200 results ................. 31,800 920(a) .................. Demonstrate platform is able to withstand environmental loadings for appropriate exposure category. 130 ............................ 400 occurrences ........ 52,000 920(c) ................... Submit application and obtain approval from the Regional Supervisor for mitigation actions (includes operational procedures). 153 ............................ 200 applications ........ 30,600 920(e) .................. Submit a list of all platforms you operate, and appropriate supporting data, every 5 years or as directed by the Regional Supervisor. 94 .............................. 112 operators/5 years = 23 lists per year. 2,162 920(f) ................... asabaliauskas on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with NOTICES 919(c) NTL ........... Obtain approval from the Regional Supervisor for any change in the platform. 64 .............................. 2 approvals ................ 128 Subtotal ........ .......................................................................................... .................................... 1,182 responses ........ 146,147 General Departure 900 thru 921 ........ General departure and alternative compliance requests not specifically covered elsewhere in Subpart I regulations. 29 .............................. 11 requests ............... 319 Subtotal ........ .......................................................................................... .................................... 11 responses ............. 319 VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:58 Sep 21, 2016 Jkt 238001 PO 00000 Frm 00064 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 E:\FR\FM\22SEN1.SGM 22SEN1 Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 184 / Thursday, September 22, 2016 / Notices 65399 BURDEN BREAKDOWN—Continued Citation 30 CFR 250 subpart I and related NTLs Reporting and/or recordkeeping requirement * Average number of annual reponses Hour burden Annual burden hours Non-hour cost burdens Total Burden. .......................................................................................... .................................... 1,607 Responses ...... 261,313 $392,874 Non-Hour Cost Burdens asabaliauskas on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with NOTICES * In the future, BSEE will be allowing the option of electronic reporting for certain requirements. Estimated Reporting and Recordkeeping Non-Hour Cost Burden: We have identified four non-hour cost burdens, which are service fees required to recover the Federal Government’s processing costs of certain submissions for various platform applications/ installations. The platform fees are as follows: $22,734 for installation under the Platform Verification Program; $3,256 for installation of fixed structures under the Platform Approval Program; $1,657 for installation of Caisson/Well Protectors; and $3,884 for modifications and/or repairs (see § 250.125). We have not identified any other non-hour cost burdens associated with this collection of information, and we estimate a total reporting non-hour cost burden of $392,874. Public Disclosure Statement: The PRA (44 U.S.C. 3501, et seq.) provides that an agency may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number. Until OMB approves a collection of information, you are not obligated to respond. Comments: Before submitting an ICR to OMB, PRA section 3506(c)(2)(A) requires each agency ‘‘. . . to provide notice . . . and otherwise consult with members of the public and affected agencies concerning each proposed collection of information . . .’’. Agencies must specifically solicit comments to: (a) Evaluate whether the collection is necessary or useful; (b) evaluate the accuracy of the burden of the proposed collection of information; (c) enhance the quality, usefulness, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) minimize the burden on the respondents, including the use of technology. Agencies must also estimate the nonhour paperwork cost burdens to respondents or recordkeepers resulting from the collection of information. Therefore, if you have other non-hour burden costs to generate, maintain, and disclose this information, you should comment and provide your total capital and startup cost components or annual VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:58 Sep 21, 2016 Jkt 238001 operation, maintenance, and purchase of service components. For further information on this burden, refer to 5 CFR 1320.3(b)(1) and (2), or contact the Bureau representative listed previously in this notice. We will summarize written responses to this notice and address them in our submission for OMB approval. As a result of your comments, we will make any necessary adjustments to the burden in our submission to OMB. Public Availability of Comments: Before including your address, phone number, email address, or other personal identifying information in your comment, you should be aware that your entire comment—including your personal identifying information—may be made publicly available at any time. While you can ask us in your comment to withhold your personal identifying information from public review, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to do so. BSEE Information Collection Clearance Officer: Nicole Mason, (703) 787–1607. Dated: September 16, 2016. Robert W. Middleton, Deputy Chief, Office of Offshore Regulatory Programs. [FR Doc. 2016–22829 Filed 9–21–16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4310–VH–P DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) [Docket ID BSEE–2016–0012; OMB Number 1014–0025; 16XE1700DX EEEE500000 EX1SF0000.DAQ000] Information Collection Activities: Application for Permit Drill (APD, Revised APD), Supplemental APD Information Sheet, and All Supporting Documentation; Proposed Collection; Comment Request ACTION: 60-day notice. To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00065 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 (PRA), the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) is inviting comments on a collection of information that we will submit to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. The information collection request (ICR) concerns a renewal to the paperwork requirements in the regulations under 30 CFR 250 where it pertains to an Application for Permit Drill (APD, Revised APD), Supplemental APD Information Sheet, and all supporting documentation. DATES: You must submit comments by November 21, 2016. ADDRESSES: You may submit comments by either of the following methods listed below. • Electronically go to https:// www.regulations.gov. In the Search box, enter BSEE–2016–0012 then click search. Follow the instructions to submit public comments and view all related materials. We will post all comments. • Email kye.mason@bsee.gov, fax (703) 787–1546, or mail or hand-carry comments to the Department of the Interior; Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement; Regulations and Standards Branch; ATTN: Nicole Mason; 45600 Woodland Road, Sterling, VA 20166. Please reference ICR 1014–0025 in your comment and include your name and return address. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nicole Mason, Regulations and Standards Branch, (703) 787–1607, to request additional information about this ICR. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Title: 30 CFR 250, Application for Permit to Drill (APD, Revised APD), Supplemental APD Information Sheet, and all supporting documentation. Form(s): BSEE–0123 and –0123S. OMB Control Number: 1014–0025. Abstract: The Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Lands Act (OCSLA) at 43 U.S.C. 1334 authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to prescribe rules and regulations necessary for the E:\FR\FM\22SEN1.SGM 22SEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 184 (Thursday, September 22, 2016)]
[Notices]
[Pages 65395-65399]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2016-22829]

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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR

Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement

[Docket ID BSEE-2016-0014; OMB Control Number 1014-0011; 16XE1700DX
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Information Collection Activities: Platforms and Structures;
Proposed Collection; Comment Request

ACTION: 60-day Notice.

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SUMMARY: To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), the
Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) is inviting
comments on a collection of information that we will submit to the
Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. The
information collection request (ICR) concerns a renewal to the
paperwork requirements in the regulations under Subpart I, Platforms
and Structures.

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DATES: You must submit comments by November 21, 2016.

ADDRESSES: You may submit comments by either of the following methods
listed below.
Electronically go to https://www.regulations.gov. In the
Search box, enter BSEE-2016-0014 then click search. Follow the
instructions to submit public comments and view all related materials.
We will post all comments.
Email kye.mason@bsee.gov, fax (703) 787-1546, or mail or
hand-carry comments to the Department of the Interior; Bureau of Safety
and Environmental Enforcement; Regulations and Standards Branch; ATTN:
Nicole Mason; 45600 Woodland Road, Sterling, VA 20166. Please reference
ICR 1014-0011 in your comment and include your name and return address.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nicole Mason, Regulations and
Standards Branch, (703) 787-1607, to request additional information
about this ICR.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Title: 30 CFR 250, Subpart I, Platforms and Structures.
OMB Control Number: 1014-0011.
Abstract: The Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Lands Act (OCSLA) at 43
U.S.C. 1334 authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to prescribe rules
and regulations necessary for the administration of the leasing
provisions of that Act related to mineral resources on the OCS. Such
rules and regulations will apply to all operations conducted under a
lease, right-of-way, or a right-of-use and easement. Operations on the
OCS must preserve, protect, and develop oil and natural gas resources
in a manner that is consistent with the need to make such resources
available to meet the Nation's energy needs as rapidly as possible; to
balance orderly energy resource development with protection of human,
marine, and coastal environments; to ensure the public a fair and
equitable return on the resources of the OCS; and to preserve and
maintain free enterprise competition.
In addition to the general rulemaking authority of the OCSLA at 43
U.S.C. 1334, section 301(a) of the Federal Oil and Gas Royalty
Management Act (FOGRMA), 30 U.S.C. 1751(a), grants authority to the
Secretary to prescribe such rules and regulations as are reasonably
necessary to carry out FOGRMA's provisions. While the majority of
FOGRMA is directed to royalty collection and enforcement, some
provisions apply to offshore operations. For example, section 108 of
FOGRMA, 30 U.S.C. 1718, grants the Secretary broad authority to inspect
lease sites for the purpose of determining whether there is compliance
with the mineral leasing laws. Section 109(c)(2) and (d)(1), 30 U.S.C.
1719(c)(2) and (d)(1), impose substantial civil penalties for failure
to permit lawful inspections and for knowing or willful preparation or
submission of false, inaccurate, or misleading reports, records, or
other information. Because the Secretary has delegated some of the
authority under FOGRMA to BSEE, 30 U.S.C. 1751 is included as
additional authority for these requirements.
The Independent Offices Appropriations Act (31 U.S.C. 9701), the
Omnibus Appropriations Bill (Pub. L. 104-133, 110 Stat. 1321, April 26,
1996), and OMB Circular A-25, authorize Federal agencies to recover the
full cost of services that confer special benefits. Under the
Department of the Interior's implementing policy, BSEE is required to
charge fees for services that provide special benefits or privileges to
an identifiable non-Federal recipient above and beyond those which
accrue to the public at large. Various applications, reports, and
certifications for Platform Verification Program, fixed structure,
Caisson/Well Protector, and modification repairs are subject to cost
recovery, and BSEE regulations specify service fees for these requests.
These authorities and responsibilities are among those delegated to
BSEE. The regulations at 30 CFR 250, Subpart I, pertain to Platforms
and Structures and are the subject of this collection. This request
also covers the related Notices to Lessees and Operators (NTLs) that
BSEE issues to clarify, supplement, or provide additional guidance on
some aspects of our regulations.
Some responses are mandatory and some are required to obtain or
retain a benefit. No questions of a sensitive nature are asked. BSEE
will protect proprietary information according to the Freedom of
Information Act (5 U.S.C. 552) and DOI's implementing regulations (43
CFR 2); 30 CFR part 250.197, Data and information to be made available
to the public or for limited inspection; and 30 CFR part 252, OCS Oil
and Gas Information Program.
The BSEE uses the information submitted under Subpart I to
determine the structural integrity of all OCS platforms and floating
production facilities and to ensure that such integrity will be
maintained throughout the useful life of these structures. We use the
information to ascertain, on a case-by-case basis, that the fixed and
floating platforms and structures are structurally sound and safe for
their intended use to ensure safety of personnel and prevent pollution.
More specifically, we use the information to:
Review data concerning damage to a platform to assess the
adequacy of proposed repairs.
Review applications for platform construction
(construction is divided into three phases-design, fabrication, and
installation) to ensure the structural integrity of the platform.
Review verification plans and third-party reports for
unique platforms to ensure that all nonstandard situations are given
proper consideration during the platform design, fabrication, and
installation.
Review platform design, fabrication, and installation
records to ensure that the platform is constructed according to
approved applications.
Review inspection reports to ensure that platform
integrity is maintained for the life of the platform.
Frequency: On occasion, as a result of situations encountered; and
annually.
Description of Respondents: Potential respondents include Federal
OCS oil, gas, or sulfur lessees and/or operators and holders of
pipeline rights-of-way.
Estimated Reporting and Recordkeeping Hour Burden: The currently
approved annual reporting burden for this collection is 261,313 hours
and $392,874 non-hour costs. The following chart details the individual
components and estimated hour burdens. In calculating the burdens, we
assumed that respondents perform certain requirements in the normal
course of their activities. We consider these to be usual and customary
and took that into account in estimating the burden.

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Burden Breakdown
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Reporting and/or
Citation 30 CFR 250 subpart I and recordkeeping Hour burden Average number of annual reponses Annual burden
related NTLs requirement * hours
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Non-hour cost burdens
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General Requirements for Platforms
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900(b), (c), (e); 901(b); 905; 906; Submit application, 817............................... 100 applications.................. 81,700
910(c), (d); 911(c), (g); 912; 913; along with reports/
919; NTL(s). surveys and relevant
[PAP 904-908; PVP 909-918]........... data, to install new
platform or floating
production facility or
significant changes to
approved applications,
including but not
limited to: Summary of
safety factors utilized
in design of the
platform; use of
alternative codes,
rules, or standards;
CVA changes; and
Platform Verification
Program (PVP) plan for
design, fabrication,
and installation of
new, fixed, bottom-
founded, pile-
supported, or concrete-
gravity platforms and
new floating platforms.
Consult as required
with BSEE and/or USCG.
Re/Submit application
for major
modification(s)/repairs
to any platform and
obtain approval; and
related requirements.
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$22,734 x 3 PVP = $68,202
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$3,256 x 12 fixed structure = $39,072
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$1,657 x 20 Caisson/Well Protector = $33,140
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$3,884 x 65 modifications/repairs = $252,460
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900(b)(4)............................ Submit application for 105............................... 4 applications.................... 420
approval to convert an
existing platform for a
new purpose.
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900(b)(5)............................ Submit application for 120............................... 2 applications.................... 240
approval to convert an
existing mobile
offshore drilling unit
(MODU) for a new
purpose.
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900(c)............................... Notify BSEE within 24 7................................. 14 notices/requests; reports...... 98
hours of damage and
emergency repairs and
request approval of
repairs. Submit written
completion report
within 1 week upon
completion of repairs.
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17................................ 238
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900(e)............................... Submit platform 19................................ 140 submittals.................... 2,660
installation date and
the final as-built
location data to the
Regional Supervisor
within 45 days after
platform installation.
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900(e)............................... Resubmit an application 58................................ 6 applications.................... 348
for approval to install
a platform if it was
not installed within 1
year after approval (or
other date specified by
BSEE).
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901(b)............................... Request approval for Burden covered under 30 CFR 250, Subpart A, 1014-0022 0
alternative codes,
rules, or standards.
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903.................................. Record original and 204............................... 111 lessees....................... 22,644
relevant material test
results of all primary
structural materials;
retain records during
all stages of
construction. Compile,
retain, and provide
location/make available
to BSEE for the
functional life of
platform, the as-built
drawings, design
assumptions/analyses,
summary of
nondestructive
examination records,
inspection results, and
records of repair not
covered elsewhere.
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903(c); 905(k)....................... Submit certification This statement is submitted with the application 0
statement [a
certification statement
is not considered
information collection
under 5 CFR
1320.3(h)(1); the
burden is for the
insertion of the
location of the records
on the statement and
the submittal to BSEE].
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Subtotal......................... ........................ .................................. 377 responses..................... 108,348
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$392,874 Non-Hour Cost Burdens
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Platform Verification Program
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911(c-e); 912(a-c); 914;............. Submit complete schedule 173............................... 5 schedules....................... 865
of all phases of
design, fabrication,
and installation with
required information;
also submit Gantt Chart
with required
information and
required nomination/
documentation for CVA,
or to be performed by
CVA.
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912(a)............................... Submit design Burden covered under 30 CFR 550, Subpart B, 1010-0151 0
verification plans with
your DPP or DOCD..
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913(a)............................... Resubmit a changed 87................................ 2 plans........................... 174
design, fabrication, or
installation
verification plan for
approval.
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916(c)............................... Submit interim and final 230............................... 10 reports........................ 2,300
CVA reports and
recommendations on
design phase.
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917(a), (c).......................... Submit interim and final 183............................... 10 reports........................ 1,830
CVA reports and
recommendations on
fabrication phase,
including notices to
BSEE and operator/
lessee of fabrication
procedure changes or
design specification
modifications.
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918(c)............................... Submit interim and final 133............................... 10 reports........................ 1,330
CVA reports and
recommendations on
installation phase.
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Subtotal......................... ........................ .................................. 37 responses...................... 6,499
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Inspection, Maintenance, and Assessment of Platforms
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919(a)............................... Develop in-service 171............................... 117 lessees....................... 20,007
inspection plan and
keep on file. Submit
annual (November 1 of
each year) report on
inspection of platforms
or floating production
facilities, including
summary of testing
results.
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919(b) NTL........................... After an environmental 45 (initial)...................... 150 reports....................... 6,750
event, submit to
Regional Supervisor
initial report followed
by updates and
supporting information.
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30 (update)....................... 90 reports........................ 2,700
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919(c) NTL........................... Submit results of 159............................... 200 results....................... 31,800
inspections,
description of any
damage, assessment of
structure to withstand
conditions, and
remediation plans.
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920(a)............................... Demonstrate platform is 130............................... 400 occurrences................... 52,000
able to withstand
environmental loadings
for appropriate
exposure category.
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920(c)............................... Submit application and 153............................... 200 applications.................. 30,600
obtain approval from
the Regional Supervisor
for mitigation actions
(includes operational
procedures).
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920(e)............................... Submit a list of all 94................................ 112 operators/5 years = 23 lists 2,162
platforms you operate, per year.
and appropriate
supporting data, every
5 years or as directed
by the Regional
Supervisor.
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920(f)............................... Obtain approval from the 64................................ 2 approvals....................... 128
Regional Supervisor for
any change in the
platform.
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Subtotal......................... ........................ .................................. 1,182 responses................... 146,147
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General Departure
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900 thru 921......................... General departure and 29................................ 11 requests....................... 319
alternative compliance
requests not
specifically covered
elsewhere in Subpart I
regulations.
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Subtotal......................... ........................ .................................. 11 responses...................... 319
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Total Burden................. ........................ .................................. 1,607 Responses................... 261,313
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$392,874 Non-Hour Cost Burdens
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* In the future, BSEE will be allowing the option of electronic reporting for certain requirements.

Estimated Reporting and Recordkeeping Non-Hour Cost Burden: We have
identified four non-hour cost burdens, which are service fees required
to recover the Federal Government's processing costs of certain
submissions for various platform applications/installations. The
platform fees are as follows: $22,734 for installation under the
Platform Verification Program; $3,256 for installation of fixed
structures under the Platform Approval Program; $1,657 for installation
of Caisson/Well Protectors; and $3,884 for modifications and/or repairs
(see Sec. 250.125). We have not identified any other non-hour cost
burdens associated with this collection of information, and we estimate
a total reporting non-hour cost burden of $392,874.
Public Disclosure Statement: The PRA (44 U.S.C. 3501, et seq.)
provides that an agency may not conduct or sponsor a collection of
information unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number.
Until OMB approves a collection of information, you are not obligated
to respond.
Comments: Before submitting an ICR to OMB, PRA section
3506(c)(2)(A) requires each agency ``. . . to provide notice . . . and
otherwise consult with members of the public and affected agencies
concerning each proposed collection of information . . .''. Agencies
must specifically solicit comments to: (a) Evaluate whether the
collection is necessary or useful; (b) evaluate the accuracy of the
burden of the proposed collection of information; (c) enhance the
quality, usefulness, and clarity of the information to be collected;
and (d) minimize the burden on the respondents, including the use of
technology.
Agencies must also estimate the non-hour paperwork cost burdens to
respondents or recordkeepers resulting from the collection of
information. Therefore, if you have other non-hour burden costs to
generate, maintain, and disclose this information, you should comment
and provide your total capital and startup cost components or annual
operation, maintenance, and purchase of service components. For further
information on this burden, refer to 5 CFR 1320.3(b)(1) and (2), or
contact the Bureau representative listed previously in this notice.
We will summarize written responses to this notice and address them
in our submission for OMB approval. As a result of your comments, we
will make any necessary adjustments to the burden in our submission to
OMB.
Public Availability of Comments: Before including your address,
phone number, email address, or other personal identifying information
in your comment, you should be aware that your entire comment--
including your personal identifying information--may be made publicly
available at any time. While you can ask us in your comment to withhold
your personal identifying information from public review, we cannot
guarantee that we will be able to do so.
BSEE Information Collection Clearance Officer: Nicole Mason, (703)
787-1607.

Dated: September 16, 2016.
Robert W. Middleton,
Deputy Chief, Office of Offshore Regulatory Programs.
[FR Doc. 2016-22829 Filed 9-21-16; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4310-VH-P

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