Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Renewal of an Existing Collection (EPA ICR No. 1632.05 and OMB Control No. 2070-0133); Comment Request, 66014-66015 [2016-23151]

Download as PDF 66014 Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 186 / Monday, September 26, 2016 / Notices the EPA on April 20, 2016, are final and effective as of August 31, 2016. Dated: September 8, 2016. Elizabeth Adams, Acting Director, Air Division, Region IX. [FR Doc. 2016–23170 Filed 9–23–16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560–50–P ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [EPA–HQ–OPP–2016–0446; FRL–9950–87] I. What information is EPA particularly interested in? Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Renewal of an Existing Collection (EPA ICR No. 1632.05 and OMB Control No. 2070– 0133); Comment Request Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA), this document announces that EPA is planning to submit an Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The ICR, entitled: ‘‘Standards for Pesticides Containers and Containment’’ and identified by EPA ICR No. 1632.05 and OMB Control No. 2070–0133, represents the renewal of an existing ICR that is scheduled to expire on June 30, 2017. Before submitting the ICR to OMB for review and approval, EPA is soliciting comments on specific aspects of the proposed information collection that is summarized in this document. The ICR and accompanying material are available in the docket for public review and comment. DATES: Comments must be received on or before November 25, 2016. ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, identified by docket identification (ID) number EPA–HQ–OPP–2016–0446, by one of the following methods: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: https:// www.regulations.gov. Follow the online instructions for submitting comments. Do not submit electronically any information you consider to be Confidential Business Information (CBI) or other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. • Mail: OPP Docket, Environmental Protection Agency Docket Center (EPA/ DC), (28221T), 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW., Washington, DC 20460–0001. • Hand Delivery: To make special arrangements for hand delivery or delivery of boxed information, please follow the instructions at https:// www.epa.gov/dockets/contacts.html. Additional instructions on commenting or visiting the docket, mstockstill on DSK3G9T082PROD with NOTICES SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 19:40 Sep 23, 2016 Jkt 238001 along with more information about dockets generally, is available at https:// www.epa.gov/dockets. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: ´ Rame Cromwell, Field and External Affairs Division (7506P), Office of Pesticide Programs, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW., Washington, DC 20460–0001; telephone number (703) 308–9068; email address: cromwell.rame@epa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Pursuant to PRA section 3506(c)(2)(A) (44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A)), EPA specifically solicits comments and information to enable it to: 1. 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. 2. Evaluate the accuracy of the Agency’s estimates of the burden of the proposed collection of information, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used. 3. Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected. 4. 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. In particular, EPA is requesting comments from very small businesses (those that employ less than 25) on examples of specific additional efforts that EPA could make to reduce the paperwork burden for very small businesses affected by this collection. II. What information collection activity or ICR does this action apply to? Title: Standards for Pesticides Containers and Containment. ICR number: EPA ICR No. 1632.05. OMB control number: OMB Control No. 2070–0133. ICR status: This ICR is currently scheduled to expire on June 30, 2017. An Agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information, unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number. The OMB control numbers for EPA’s regulations in title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), after appearing in the Federal Register when approved, are listed in 40 CFR part 9, are displayed either by publication in PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 the Federal Register or by other appropriate means, such as on the related collection instrument or form, if applicable. The display of OMB control numbers for certain EPA regulations is consolidated in 40 CFR part 9. Abstract: This information collection request covers the information collection activities associated with the container design and residue removal requirements and containment structure requirements. With respect to the container design and residue removal requirements, the information collection activities are associated with the requirement that businesses subject to the container regulations (pesticide registrants) and repackaging regulations (pesticide registrants and refillers) maintain records of test data, cleaning procedures, certain data when a container is refilled, and other supporting information. These records are subject to both call-in by EPA and on-site inspection by EPA and its representatives. EPA has not established a regular schedule for the collection of these records, and there is no reporting. With respect to the containment structure requirements, the information collection activities are associated with the requirement that businesses subject to the containment structure regulations maintain records of the: (1) Monthly inspection and maintenance of each containment structure and all stationary bulk containers; (2) Duration over which non-stationary bulk containers holding pesticide and not protected by a secondary containment unit remain at the same location; and (3) Construction date of the containment structure. The businesses subject to the containment structure regulations include agrichemical retailers and refilling establishments, custom blenders and commercial applicators of agricultural pesticides. The records have to be maintained by the owners and operators of such businesses. There is no regular schedule for the collection of either of these records, nor does EPA anticipate a call-in of records at some future date. Instead, the records would be available to inspectors to ensure that businesses are in compliance with containment requirements. These inspections are generally conducted by the states, which enforce FIFRA regulations through cooperative agreements with EPA. Burden statement: The annual public reporting and recordkeeping burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 6 hours per response for container regulations and 4 hours per response for containment E:\FR\FM\26SEN1.SGM 26SEN1 Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 186 / Monday, September 26, 2016 / Notices regulation. Burden is defined in 5 CFR 1320.3(b). The ICR, which is available in the docket along with other related materials, provides a detailed explanation of the collection activities and the burden estimate that is only briefly summarized here: Respondents/affected entities: Entities potentially affected by this ICR are pesticide registrants and businesses who formulate pesticide products or pesticide formulation intermediates (NAICS code 325320), farm supply wholesalers (NAICS code 4229101), swimming pool applicators (NAICS codes 561790, 453998, and 235990), and agricultural (aerial and ground) commercial applicators (NAICS code 115112). Estimated total number of potential respondents: 23,586. Frequency of response: On occasion. Estimated total average number of responses for each respondent: 1. Estimated total annual burden hours: 169,660 hours. Estimated total annual costs: $7,296,308. This includes an estimated burden cost of $6,494,488 for container regulations and an estimated cost of $801,820 for containment regulations for maintenance and operational costs. III. Are there changes in the estimates from the last approval? There is no changes to the overall estimated burden hours in the total estimated respondent burden compared with that identified in the ICR currently approved by OMB. IV. What is the next step in the process for this ICR? mstockstill on DSK3G9T082PROD with NOTICES EPA will consider the comments received and amend the ICR as appropriate. The final ICR package will then be submitted to OMB for review and approval pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.12. EPA will issue another Federal Register document pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.5(a)(1)(iv) to announce the submission of the ICR to OMB and the opportunity to submit additional comments to OMB. If you have any questions about this ICR or the approval process, please contact the person listed under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT. Authority: 44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq. Dated: September 17, 2016. James Jones, Assistant Administrator, Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention. [FR Doc. 2016–23151 Filed 9–23–16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560–50–P VerDate Sep<11>2014 19:40 Sep 23, 2016 Jkt 238001 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [FRL–9953–01–OAR] Clean Air Act Advisory Committee (CAAAC): Request for Nominations Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Request for nominations to the Clean Air Act Advisory Committee (CAAAC). AGENCY: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) invites nominations from a diverse range of qualified candidates to be considered for appointment to its Clean Air Act Advisory Committee (CAAAC). Vacancies are anticipated to be filled by March 2017. Outside sources in addition to this Federal Register Notice may also be utilized in the solicitation of nominees. BACKGROUND: Clean Air Act Advisory Committee provides advice, information and recommendations on policy and technical issues associated with implementation of the Clean Air Act (CAA) as requested by EPA. These issues include the development, implementation, and enforcement of programs required by the Act. The CAAAC will provide advice and recommendations on approaches for new and expanded programs including those using innovative technologies and policy mechanisms to achieve environmental improvements; the potential health, environmental and economic effects of CAA programs on the public, the regulated community, State and local governments, and other Federal agencies; the policy and technical contents of proposed major EPA rulemaking and guidance required by the Act in order to help effectively incorporate appropriate outside advice and information; and the integration of existing policies, regulations, standards, guidelines, and procedures into programs for implementing requirements of the Act. The programs falling under the purview of the committee include, but are not limited to, those for meeting National Ambient Air Quality Standards, reducing emissions from vehicles and vehicle fuels, reducing air toxic emissions, permitting, carrying out compliance authorities, and CAArelated voluntary activities. Members are appointed by the EPA Administrator for two-year terms with the possibility of reappointment to additional term(s). The CAAAC usually meets approximately 2–3 times annually and the average workload for the members is approximately 5 to 10 hours per month. SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 66015 Although EPA is unable to offer compensation or an honorarium for CAAAC members, they may receive travel and per diem allowances, according to applicable federal travel regulations. EPA is seeking nominations from academia, industry, nongovernmental/environmental organizations, community organizations, state and local government agencies, tribal governments, unions, trade associations, utilities, and lawyers/consultants. EPA values and welcomes diversity. In an effort to obtain nominations of diverse candidates, EPA encourages nominations of women and men of all racial and ethnic groups. Evaluation Criteria The following criteria will be used to evaluate nominees: • The background and experiences that would help members contribute to the diversity of perspectives on the committee (e.g., geographic, economic, social, cultural, educational, and other considerations) • Experience serving as an elected official; • Experience serving as an appointed official for a state, county, city or tribe; • Experience working on national level or on local government issues; • Demonstrated experience with air quality policy issues; • Executive management level experience with membership in broadbased networks; • Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication, and consensusbuilding skills. • Ability to volunteer time for meeting attendance, participate in teleconference meetings, attend listening sessions with the Administrator or other senior-level officials; • Ability to work with others with varying perspectives to develop policy recommendations to the Administrator, and prepare reports and advice letters. Nominations must include a resume and a short biography describing the professional and educational qualifications of the nominee, as well as the nominee’s current business/home address, email address, and daytime telephone number. Interested candidates may self-nominate. Please note that EPA’s policy is that, unless otherwise prescribed by statute, members generally are appointed to two-year terms. To help the Agency in evaluating the effectiveness of our outreach efforts, please also tell us how you learned of this opportunity. ADDRESSES: To receive further information about the upcoming E:\FR\FM\26SEN1.SGM 26SEN1

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[FR Doc No: 2016-23151]


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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

[EPA-HQ-OPP-2016-0446; FRL-9950-87]


Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Renewal of an 
Existing Collection (EPA ICR No. 1632.05 and OMB Control No. 2070-
0133); Comment Request

AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA), this 
document announces that EPA is planning to submit an Information 
Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). 
The ICR, entitled: ``Standards for Pesticides Containers and 
Containment'' and identified by EPA ICR No. 1632.05 and OMB Control No. 
2070-0133, represents the renewal of an existing ICR that is scheduled 
to expire on June 30, 2017. Before submitting the ICR to OMB for review 
and approval, EPA is soliciting comments on specific aspects of the 
proposed information collection that is summarized in this document. 
The ICR and accompanying material are available in the docket for 
public review and comment.

DATES: Comments must be received on or before November 25, 2016.

ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, identified by docket identification 
(ID) number EPA-HQ-OPP-2016-0446, by one of the following methods:
     Federal eRulemaking Portal: https://www.regulations.gov. 
Follow the online instructions for submitting comments. Do not submit 
electronically any information you consider to be Confidential Business 
Information (CBI) or other information whose disclosure is restricted 
by statute.
     Mail: OPP Docket, Environmental Protection Agency Docket 
Center (EPA/DC), (28221T), 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW., Washington, DC 
20460-0001.
     Hand Delivery: To make special arrangements for hand 
delivery or delivery of boxed information, please follow the 
instructions at https://www.epa.gov/dockets/contacts.html.
    Additional instructions on commenting or visiting the docket, along 
with more information about dockets generally, is available at https://www.epa.gov/dockets.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ram[eacute] Cromwell, Field and 
External Affairs Division (7506P), Office of Pesticide Programs, 
Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW., 
Washington, DC 20460-0001; telephone number (703) 308-9068; email 
address: cromwell.rame@epa.gov.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

I. What information is EPA particularly interested in?

    Pursuant to PRA section 3506(c)(2)(A) (44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A)), 
EPA specifically solicits comments and information to enable it to:
    1. 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.
    2. Evaluate the accuracy of the Agency's estimates of the burden of 
the proposed collection of information, including the validity of the 
methodology and assumptions used.
    3. Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to 
be collected.
    4. 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. In particular, EPA is requesting comments from 
very small businesses (those that employ less than 25) on examples of 
specific additional efforts that EPA could make to reduce the paperwork 
burden for very small businesses affected by this collection.

II. What information collection activity or ICR does this action apply 
to?

    Title: Standards for Pesticides Containers and Containment.
    ICR number: EPA ICR No. 1632.05.
    OMB control number: OMB Control No. 2070-0133.
    ICR status: This ICR is currently scheduled to expire on June 30, 
2017. An Agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not 
required to respond to, a collection of information, unless it displays 
a currently valid OMB control number. The OMB control numbers for EPA's 
regulations in title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), after 
appearing in the Federal Register when approved, are listed in 40 CFR 
part 9, are displayed either by publication in the Federal Register or 
by other appropriate means, such as on the related collection 
instrument or form, if applicable. The display of OMB control numbers 
for certain EPA regulations is consolidated in 40 CFR part 9.
    Abstract: This information collection request covers the 
information collection activities associated with the container design 
and residue removal requirements and containment structure 
requirements. With respect to the container design and residue removal 
requirements, the information collection activities are associated with 
the requirement that businesses subject to the container regulations 
(pesticide registrants) and repackaging regulations (pesticide 
registrants and refillers) maintain records of test data, cleaning 
procedures, certain data when a container is refilled, and other 
supporting information. These records are subject to both call-in by 
EPA and on-site inspection by EPA and its representatives.
    EPA has not established a regular schedule for the collection of 
these records, and there is no reporting. With respect to the 
containment structure requirements, the information collection 
activities are associated with the requirement that businesses subject 
to the containment structure regulations maintain records of the: (1) 
Monthly inspection and maintenance of each containment structure and 
all stationary bulk containers; (2) Duration over which non-stationary 
bulk containers holding pesticide and not protected by a secondary 
containment unit remain at the same location; and (3) Construction date 
of the containment structure.
    The businesses subject to the containment structure regulations 
include agrichemical retailers and refilling establishments, custom 
blenders and commercial applicators of agricultural pesticides. The 
records have to be maintained by the owners and operators of such 
businesses. There is no regular schedule for the collection of either 
of these records, nor does EPA anticipate a call-in of records at some 
future date. Instead, the records would be available to inspectors to 
ensure that businesses are in compliance with containment requirements. 
These inspections are generally conducted by the states, which enforce 
FIFRA regulations through cooperative agreements with EPA.
    Burden statement: The annual public reporting and recordkeeping 
burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 6 
hours per response for container regulations and 4 hours per response 
for containment

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regulation. Burden is defined in 5 CFR 1320.3(b).
    The ICR, which is available in the docket along with other related 
materials, provides a detailed explanation of the collection activities 
and the burden estimate that is only briefly summarized here:
    Respondents/affected entities: Entities potentially affected by 
this ICR are pesticide registrants and businesses who formulate 
pesticide products or pesticide formulation intermediates (NAICS code 
325320), farm supply wholesalers (NAICS code 4229101), swimming pool 
applicators (NAICS codes 561790, 453998, and 235990), and agricultural 
(aerial and ground) commercial applicators (NAICS code 115112).
    Estimated total number of potential respondents: 23,586.
    Frequency of response: On occasion.
    Estimated total average number of responses for each respondent: 1.
    Estimated total annual burden hours: 169,660 hours.
    Estimated total annual costs: $7,296,308. This includes an 
estimated burden cost of $6,494,488 for container regulations and an 
estimated cost of $801,820 for containment regulations for maintenance 
and operational costs.

III. Are there changes in the estimates from the last approval?

    There is no changes to the overall estimated burden hours in the 
total estimated respondent burden compared with that identified in the 
ICR currently approved by OMB.

IV. What is the next step in the process for this ICR?

    EPA will consider the comments received and amend the ICR as 
appropriate. The final ICR package will then be submitted to OMB for 
review and approval pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.12. EPA will issue another 
Federal Register document pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.5(a)(1)(iv) to 
announce the submission of the ICR to OMB and the opportunity to submit 
additional comments to OMB. If you have any questions about this ICR or 
the approval process, please contact the person listed under FOR 
FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT.

    Authority:  44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.

    Dated: September 17, 2016.
 James Jones,
Assistant Administrator, Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution 
Prevention.
[FR Doc. 2016-23151 Filed 9-23-16; 8:45 am]
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