[Federal Register Volume 62, Number 28 (Tuesday, February 11, 1997)]
[Notices]
[Pages 6293-6300]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 97-3302]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Office of the Secretary
Reports, Forms and Recordkeeping Requirements Agency Information
Collection Activity Under OMB Review
AGENCY: Department of Transportation.
ACTION: Notice and request for comments.
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SUMMARY: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and its
implementing regulations, the Department of Transportation (DOT)
announces in this notice that the 11 previously approved information
collection activities and 5 currently approved information collection
activities have been forwarded to the Office of Management and Budget
(OMB) for review and approval. Each summary of the 16 information
collection requests (ICRs) identified below describes the nature of the
information collection and its expected burden. The Federal Railroad
Administration (FRA) issued a 60-day notice that was published in the
Federal Register on December 2, 1996, inviting the regulated community
to comment on these ICRs. 61 FR 63917, Dec. 2, 1996. This notice
further informs all interested parties that they have 30 days to submit
comments to these paperwork packages before OMB renders a decision.
DATES: Comments must be submitted no later than March 13, 1997.
ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on any or all of the following
proposed activities by mail to either: Office of Information and
Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget, 725 17th Street,
NW., Washington, DC 20503, Attention: Desk Officer for FRA. Please
refer to the assigned OMB control number in any correspondence
submitted. DOT suggests that all interested respondents submit their
respective comments to OMB within 30 days of publication to best ensure
of having their full effect.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. Gloria Eutsler, Office of Planning
and Evaluation Division, RRS-21, Federal Railroad Administration, 400
Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590 (telephone: (202) 632-3318).
(This telephone number is not toll-free.)
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA),
Pub. L. No. 104-13, Section 2, 109 Stat. 163 (1995) (codified as
revised at 44 U.S.C. 3501-3520), and its implementing regulations, 5
CFR Part 1320, require Federal agencies to issue two notices seeking
public comment on information collection activities before OMB may
approve paperwork packages. 44 U.S.C. 3506, 3507; 5 CFR 1320.5,
1320.8(d)(1), 1320.12. On December 2, 1996, FRA published a 60-day
notice in the Federal Register soliciting comment on 16 ICRs that the
agency was seeking OMB approval for reinstatement or renewal. 61 FR
63917, Dec. 2, 1996. FRA received no comments after issuing this
notice. Accordingly, DOT announces that these information collection
activities have been reevaluated and certified under 5 CFR 1320.5(a)
and forwarded to OMB for review and approval pursuant to 5 CFR
1320.12(c).
Before OMB decides whether to approve these proposed collections of
information, it must provide 30 days for public comment. 44 U.S.C.
3507(b); 5 CFR 1320.12(d). Federal law requires OMB to approve or
disapprove paperwork packages between 30 and 60 days after the 30-day
notice is published. 44 U.S.C. 3507 (b)-(c); 5 CFR 1320.12(d); see also
60 FR 44978, 44983, Aug. 29, 1995. OMB believes that the 30-day notice
informs the regulated community to file relevant comments and affords
the agency adequate time to digest public comments before it renders a
decision. 60 FR 44983, Aug. 29, 1995. Therefore, respondents should
submit their respective comments to OMB within 30 days of publication
to best ensure of having their full effect. 5 CFR 1320.12(c); see also
60 FR 44983, Aug. 29, 1995.
Specifically, DOT and OMB invite interested parties to comment on
the following summary of proposed information collection activities
regarding (i) Whether the information collection activities are
necessary for FRA to properly execute its functions, including whether
the activities will have practical utility; (ii) the accuracy of FRA's
estimates of the burden of the information collection activities,
including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used to
determine the estimates; (iii) ways for FRA to enhance the quality,
utility, and clarity of the information being collected; and (iv) ways
for FRA to minimize the burden of information collection activities on
the public by automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological
collection techniques or other forms of information technology (e.g.,
permitting electronic submission of responses). See 44 U.S.C.
3506(c)(2)(A) (i)-(iv). DOT believes that soliciting public comment
will promote FRA's efforts to reduce the administrative and paperwork
burdens associated with the collection of information mandated by
Federal regulations. In summary, DOT reasons that comments received
will advance three objectives: (i) Reduce reporting burdens; (ii)
ensure that the agency organizes information collection requirements in
a ``user friendly'' format to improve the use of such information; and
(iii) accurately assess the resources expended to retrieve and produce
information requested. See 44 U.S.C. 3501. Below are brief summaries of
11 previously approved information collection activities and 5
currently
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approved information collection activities submitted for clearance by
OMB as required by the PRA. Each summary sets out the ICR title,
information collection abstract, agency's need and use of the collected
information, and annual reporting and recordkeeping burden of the
information collection activity. See 44 U.S.C. 3507(a)(1)(D)(ii); 5 CFR
1320.5(a)(1)(iv), 1320.12(c).
Title: Bridge Worker Safety Rules.
OMB Control Number: 2130-0535.
Abstract: Section 20139 of title 49 of the United States Code
required FRA to issue rules, regulations, orders, and standards for the
safety of maintenance-of-way employees on railroad bridges, including
standards for ``bridge safety equipment, [such as] nets, walkways,
handrails, and safety lines, and requirements for the use of vessels
when work is performed on bridges located over bodies of water.'' FRA
has added 49 CFR Part 214 to establish minimum workplace safety
standards for railroad employees as they apply to railroad bridges.
Specifically, Section 214.105(c) establishes standards and
practices for safety net systems. Safety nets and net installations are
to be drop-tested at the job site after initial installation and before
being used as a fall-protection system, after major repairs, and at
six-month intervals if left at one site. If a drop-test is not feasible
and is not performed, then a written certification must be made by the
railroad or railroad contractor, or a designated certified person, that
the net does comply with the safety standards of this section. FRA and
State inspectors use the information to enforce the Federal
regulations. The information that is maintained at the job site also
promotes safe bridge worker practices.
Form Number(s): N/A.
Affected Public: Businesses.
Respondent Universe: 575 railroads.
Frequency of Submission: On occasion.
Total Responses: 6 annually.
Average Time Per Response: 2 minutes.
Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 12 minutes.
Status: Reinstatement of a previously approved collection of
information which has expired.
Title: Filing of Dedicated Cars.
OMB Control Number: 2130-0502.
Abstract: Title 49, part 215 of the Code of Federal Regulations
prescribes certain conditions to be followed for the movement of
freight cars that are not in compliance with this part. These cars must
be identified in a written report to FRA before they are assigned to
dedicated service, and the words ``Dedicated Service'' must be
stenciled on each side of the freight car body. FRA uses the
information to determine whether the equipment is safe to operate and
that the operation qualifies for dedicated service. See 49 CFR
215.5(c)(2), 215.5(d).
Form Number(s): N/A.
Affected Public: Businesses.
Respondent Universe: 400 railroads.
Frequency of Submission: On occasion.
Total Responses: 6.
Average Time Per Response: 1 hour.
Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 6 hours.
Status: Reinstatement of a previously approved collection of
information which has expired.
Title: Stenciling Reporting Mark on Freight Cars.
OMB Control Number: 2130-0520.
Abstract: Title 49, section 215.301 of the Code of Federal
Regulations sets forth certain requirements that must be followed by
railroad carriers and private car owners relative to identification
marks on railroad equipment. FRA, railroads, and the public refer to
the stenciling to identify freight cars.
Form Number(s): N/A.
Affected Public: Businesses.
Respondent Universe: 620 railroads.
Frequency of Submission: On occasion.
Total Responses: 31,000 cars.
Average Time Per Response: 45 minutes per car.
Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 23,250 hours.
Status: Reinstatement of a previously approved collection of
information which has expired.
Title: Bad Order and Home Shop Card.
OMB Control Number: 2130-0519.
Abstract: Under 49 CFR Part 215, each railroad is required to
inspect freight cars placed in service and take the necessary remedial
action when defects are identified. Part 215 defects are specific in
nature and relate to items that have or could have caused accidents or
incidents. Section 215.9 sets forth specific procedures that railroads
must follow when it is necessary to move defective cars for repair
purposes. For example, railroads must affix a ``bad order'' tag
describing each defect to each side of the freight car. It is
imperative that a defective freight car be tagged ``bad order'' so that
it may be readily identified and moved to another location for repair
purposes only. At the repair point, the ``bad order'' tag serves as a
repair record. Railroads must retain each tag for 90 days to verify
that proper repairs were made at the designated location. FRA and State
inspectors review all pertinent records to determine whether defective
cars presenting an immediate hazard are being moved in transportation.
Form Number(s): N/A.
Affected Public: Businesses.
Respondent Universe: 400 railroads.
Frequency of Submission: On occasion.
Total Responses: 40,000 tags.
Average Time Per Response: 10 minutes.
Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 6,667 hours.
Status: Reinstatement of a previously approved collection of
information which has expired.
Title: Disqualification Proceedings.
OMB Control Number: 2130-0529.
Abstract: Under 49 U.S.C. 20111(c), FRA is authorized to issue
orders disqualifying railroad employees, including supervisors,
managers, and other agents, from performing safety-sensitive service in
the rail industry for violations of rail safety rules, regulations,
standards, orders, or laws evidencing unfitness. FRA's regulations, 49
CFR Part 209, Subpart D, implement the statutory provision by requiring
(I) a railroad employing or formerly employing a disqualified
individual to disclose the terms and conditions of a disqualification
order to the individual's new or prospective employing railroad; (ii) a
railroad considering employing an individual in a safety-sensitive
position to ask the individual's previous employing railroad whether
the individual is currently serving under a disqualification order; and
(iii) a disqualified individual to inform his new or prospective
employer of the disqualification order and provide a copy of the same.
Additionally, the regulations prohibit a railroad from employing a
person serving under a disqualification order to work in a safety-
sensitive position. This information serves to inform a railroad
whether an employee or prospective employee is currently disqualified
from performing safety sensitive service based on the issuance of a
disqualification order by FRA. Furthermore, it prevents an individual
currently serving under a disqualification order from retaining and
obtaining employment in a safety-sensitive position in the rail
industry.
Form Number(s): N/A.
Affected Public: Businesses.
Frequency of Submission: Recordkeeping requirement.
Reporting Burden:
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CFR
Respondent Universe
Total
Responses
Average Time Per Response
Total
Burden
Hours
Provide copy of disqualification order to new or prospective
employer
620 railroads
3 orders
30 minutes
1.5
Provide copy of disqualification order to prospective employer
1 employee
1 notification
30 minutes
.5
Request copy of disqualification order from previous employer
620
railroads
Usual & customary procedure
N/A
N/A
Total Estimated Burden Hours: 2 hours.
Status: Reinstatement of a previously approved collection of
information which has expired.
Title: New Locomotive Certification (Noise Compliance Regulations)
OMB Control Number: 2130-0527.
Abstract: On January 14, 1976, the Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) issued railroad noise emission standards pursuant to the Noise
Control Act of 1972 (Act). The standards, 40 CFR Part 201, establish
limits on the noise emissions generated by railroad locomotives under
both stationary and moving conditions and railroad cars under moving
conditions. Section 17 of the Act also requires the Secretary of
Transportation to enforce these regulations and promulgate separate
regulations to ensure compliance with the same. On December 23, 1983,
FRA published 49 CFR Part 210 to ensure compliance with the EPA
standards. The certification and testing data ensures that locomotives
built after December 31, 1979, have passed prescribed decibel standards
for noise emissions under EPA regulations.
Form Number(s): N/A
Affected Public: Businesses
Frequency of Submission: On occasion; one-time
Reporting Burden:
CFR
Respondent Universe
Total
Responses
Average Time Per Response
Total
Burden
Hours
Request for certification information
2
40
30 minutes
20
Apply badge or tag to cab of locomotive
2
40
30 minutes
20
Noise emission measurement
2
40
3 hours
120
Total Estimated Burden Hours: 160 hours.
Status: Reinstatement of a previously approved collection of
information which has expired.
Title: Railroad Signal System Requirements.
OMB Control Number: 2130-0006.
Abstract: The regulations pertaining to railroad signal systems are
contained in 49 CFR Parts 233 (Signal System Reporting Requirements),
235 (Instructions Governing Applications for Approval of a
Discontinuance or Material Modification of a Signal System), and 236
(Rules, Standards, and Instructions Governing the Installation,
Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair of Systems, Devices and
Appliances). Section 233.5 provides that each railroad must report to
FRA within 24 hours after learning of an accident or incident arising
from the failure of a signal appliance, device, method, or system as
required by Part 236 that results in a more favorable aspect than
intended or other condition hazardous to the movement of a train.
Section 233.7 sets forth the specific requirements for reporting signal
failures within 15 days in accordance with the instructions printed on
Form FRA F 6180.14. Finally, Section 233.9 sets forth the specific
requirements for the ``Signal System Five-year Report.'' It requires
that on or before April 1, 1997, and every five calender years
thereafter, each railroad must file a signal systems status report. 61
FR 33872, July 1, 1996. The report is to be prepared on a form issued
by FRA in accordance with the instructions and definitions provided.
Id.
Title 49, part 235 of the Code of Federal Regulations sets forth
the specific conditions under which FRA approval of modification or
discontinuance of railroad signal systems is required and prescribes
the methods available to seek such approval. The application process
prescribed under Part 235 provides a vehicle enabling FRA to obtain the
necessary information to make logical and informed decisions concerning
carrier requests to modify or discontinue signaling systems. Section
235.5 requires railroads to apply for FRA approval to discontinue or
materially modify railroad signaling systems. Section 235.7 defines
``material modifications'' and identifies those changes that do not
require agency approval. Section 235.8 provides that any railroad may
petition FRA to seek relief from the requirements provided under 49 CFR
Part 236. Sections 235.10, 235.12, and 235.13 describe where the
petition must be submitted, what information must be included, the
organizational format, and the official authorized to sign the
application. Section 235.20 sets forth the process for protesting the
granting of a carrier application for signal changes or relief from the
rules, standards, and instructions. This section provides the
information that must be included in the protest, the address for
filing the protest, the time limit for filing the protest, and the
requirement that a person requesting a public hearing explain the need
for such a forum.
Section 236.110 requires that the test results of certain signaling
apparatus be recorded and specifically identify the tests required
under Sections 236.102-236.109; Sections 236.376 to 236.387; Sections
236.576, 236.577, and Sections 236.586-2236.589. Section 236.110
further provides that the test results must be recorded on preprinted
or computerized forms provided by the carrier and that the forms show
the name of the railroad, place and date of the test conducted,
equipment tested, test results, repairs, replacements, and adjustments
made, and the condition of the apparatus. This section also requires
the employee making the test must sign the form, and that the record be
retained at the office of a supervisory official having proper
authority. Results of tests made in compliance with Section 236.587
must be retained for 92 days, and results of all other tests must be
retained until the next record is filed, but in no case less than one
year.
Additionally, Section 236.587 requires each railroad to make a
departure test of cab signal, train stop, or train control devices on
locomotives before that locomotive enters the equipped territory. This
section further requires that whoever performs the test must certify in
writing that the test was properly performed. The certification and the
tests results must be posted in the locomotive cab with a copy of the
certification and test results retained at the office of a supervisory
official having proper authority. However, if it is impractical to
leave a copy of the certification and test results at the
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location of the test, the test results must be transmitted to either
the dispatcher or another designated official at the test location, who
must keep a written record of the test results and the name of the
person performing the test. All records prepared under this section are
required to be retained for at least 92 days. Finally, Section 236.590
requires the carrier to clean and inspect the pneumatic apparatus of
automatic train stop, train control, or cab signal devices on
locomotives every 736 days, and to stencil, tag, or otherwise mark the
pneumatic apparatus indicating the last cleaning date.
Form Number(s): FRA F 6180.14; 6180.47.
Affected Public: Businesses.
Frequency of Submission: On occasion; every five years,
recordkeeping.
Reporting Burden:
CFR Section
Respondent Universe
Total
Responses
Average Time Per Response
Total
Burden
Hours
233.5--Reporting of accidents
620
10
30 minutes
5
233.7--False proceed signal failures report
620
224
15 minutes
56
233.9--5-year signal system report
260
52
30 minutes
26
235.5--Block signal applications
82
111
10 hours
1,110
235.8--Applications for relief
82
24
2.5 hours
60
235.20--Protest letters
84
84
30 minutes
42
236.110--Recordkeeping
82
1,965,464 records
.2177 hour
427,881
236.587--Departure tests
18
730,000 tests
4 minutes
48,667
236.590--Pneumatic valves
18
6,697 locomotives
22.5 minutes
2,511
Total Estimated Burden Hours: 480,358 hours.
Status: Reinstatement of a previously approved collection of
information which has expired.
Title: Remotely Controlled Railroad Switch Operations Log.
OMB Control Number: 2130-0516.
Abstract: Title 49, section 218.30 of the Code of Federal
Regulations ensures that remotely controlled switches are lined to
protect workers who are vulnerable to being struck by moving cars as
they inspect or service equipment on a particular track or,
alternatively, occupy camp cars. FRA believes that production of
notification requests promotes safety by minimizing mental lapses of
workers who are simultaneously handling several tasks. Sections 218.30
and 218.67 require the operator of remotely controlled switches to
maintain a record of each notification requesting blue signal
protection for 15 days. Operators of remotely controlled switches use
the information as a record documenting blue signal protection of
workers or camp cars. This record also serves as a valuable resource
for railroad supervisors and FRA inspectors monitoring regulatory
compliance.
Form Number(s): N/A.
Affected Public: Businesses.
Frequency of Submission: On occasion; recordkeeping.
Reporting Burden:
CFR
Respondent Universe
Total
Responses
Average Time Per Response
Total
Burden
Hours
Blue signal protection
400 RRs
3,600,000 records
4 minutes
240,000
Camp cars
620 RRs
4,500 records
4 minutes
300
Total Estimated Burden Hours: 240,300 hours.
Status: Reinstatement of a previously approved collection of
information which has expired.
Title: Railroad Power Brakes and Drawbars.
OMB Control Number: 2130-0008.
Abstract: Title 49, part 232 of the Code of Federal Regulations
requires that an initial terminal air brake test be made by a person
designated as qualified by the inspecting railroad. It also requires
that a qualified person participating in the test or a person having
knowledge that the test was conducted notify the road crew of the train
that the test was satisfactorily performed. Under Section 232.12(a)(2),
FRA requires that the notice be made in writing to the road crew if (i)
the qualified person goes off duty before the road crew reports or (ii)
the train that has been inspected is to be moved in excess of 500 miles
without being subjected to another test pursuant to either this section
or Section 232.13.
The rule also requires that an intermediate train air brake test be
made to determine that the basic integrity of the train air line has
not been disturbed by an incident encountered en route, such as picking
up or setting out cars at which time a train's air line could have been
disconnected and reconnected several times. To ensure continuity of the
train brake pipe, railroads must determine that the brakes on the rear
car apply and release. For tests required by Section 232.13(b)-(d), FRA
now permits railroads to employ end-of-train telemetry devices to
determine the status of the train brake pipe at the rear of the train
and transmit that information to the lead locomotive. Specifically,
Section 232.19(h)(3) requires that railroads using this device must
calibrate it for accuracy at least every 92 days and record the date of
the last calibration, identify the location where the calibration was
made, and provide the name of the person doing the calibration on a
tag, sticker, or other method of information storage affixed to the
rear unit. The label is necessary to determine whether the end-of-train
device has been tested within the time prescribed. Crew members use the
information to verify that the initial terminal air brake test was
satisfactorily performed by a qualified person.
Form Number(s): N/A.
Affected Public: Businesses.
Frequency of Submission: On occasion; recordkeeping.
Reporting Burden:
CFR
Respondent Universe
Total
Responses
Average Time Per Response
Total
Burden
Hours
Written notification by departing qualified persons
30 RRs
60,000 notifications
15 seconds
250
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Written notification in excess of 500 miles before receiving another
test
620 RRs
380,000 notifications
15 seconds
1,500
Testing and stenciling of telemetry devices
620 RRs
20,000 tests
10 seconds
56
Total Estimated Burden Hours: 1,806 hours.
Status: Reinstatement of a previously approved collection of
information which has expired.
Title: U.S. DOT-AAR Crossing Inventory Form.
OMB Control Number: 2130-0017.
Abstract: The U.S. DOT-AAR Crossing Inventory Form (FRA F 6180.71)
is used to provide data on new highway-rail grade crossings (grade
crossings) or changes to the Highway-Rail Grade Crossing Inventory
(Inventory) form. The form is used for reporting all types of changes,
especially the establishment of a new grade crossing, closing of an
existing grade crossing, or changes in the characteristics of a grade
crossing. Many public and private entities use the data provided on the
Inventory form for program assessment and research.
Form Number(s): FRA Form 6180.71.
Affected Public: Businesses.
Frequency of Submission: On occasion.
Reporting Burden:
Voluntary Compliance
Respond. Universe
Total
Responses
Average Time Per Response
Total
Burden
Hours
U.S. DOT-AAR crossing inventory form (FRA F 6180.71)
620 RRs
10,213 forms
15 minutes
2,553
Mass update form and inventory computer printout
620 RRs
250 lists
30 minutes
125
Magnetic tape
620 RRs
16
30 minutes
8
GX computer program
620 RRs
58,680 updates
2 minutes
1,956
Total Estimated Burden Hours: 4,642 hours.
Status: Reinstatement of a previously approved collection of
information which has expired.
Title: Railroad Locomotive Safety Standards.
OMB Control Number: 2130-0004.
Abstract: Under regulations issued pursuant to Congressional
mandate, 49 U.S.C. 20137, trains must be equipped with event recorders.
Event recorders are devices that record train speed, hot box detection,
throttle position, brake application, brake operations, time and signal
indications, and any other function that FRA considers necessary to
monitor the safety of train operations. Event recorders provide FRA
with information about how trains are operated and, if a train is
involved in an accident, the devices afford data to FRA and other
investigators necessary to determine the probable causes of the
accident.
Under 49 CFR Part 229, railroads are required to conduct daily,
periodic, annual, and biennial tests of locomotives to measure the
level of compliance with the Federal regulations. The collection of
information requires railroads to prepare written records indicating
the repairs needed, the person making the repairs, and the type of
repairs made. This information provides a locomotive engineer with
information that the locomotive has been inspected and is in proper
condition for use in service, and enables FRA to monitor compliance
with the regulatory standards. Other information collection
requirements in Part 229 are indicated in the chart below.
Form Number(s): FRA Form 6180.49A.
Affected Public: Businesses.
Frequency of Submission: On occasion; annually, biennially,
recordkeeping.
Reporting Burden:
CFR Section
Respondent Universe
Total
Responses
Average Time Per Response
Total
Burden
Hours
229.9--Movement of noncomplying locomotive
620 RRs
21,000 tags
1 minute
350
229.17--Accident reports
620 RRs
20 reports
15 minutes
5
229.21--Daily inspection
620 RRs
5,460,000 inspections
3 minutes
273,000
229.113--Steam generator warning notice
1 RR
1 notice
1 minute
1 minute
FRA form F 6180.49A
620 RRs
21,000 forms
2 minutes
700
210.31--Locomotive noise emission test
620 RRS
100 tests
15 minutes
25
229.23--Periodic inspection
229.27, 229.29--Annual and biennial tests
229.31--Main reservoir tests
620 RRs
84,000 tests
10 hours
840,000
229.33--Out-of-use credit
620 RRs
2,400 out-of-use credits
2 minutes
80
Written copy of instructions
620 RRs
200 amendments
15 minutes
50
Data verification readout record
620 RRs
72,000 tests
30 minutes
36,000
Written record when an event recorder is removed from service
620 RRs
6,000 removals
1 minute
100
Record of event recorder data
620 RRs
100 accidents
15 minutes
25
Total Estimated Burden Hours: 1,150,350.
Status: Reinstatement of a previously approved collection of
information which has expired.
Title: Grade Crossing Signal System Safety Regulations.
OMB Control Number: 2130-0534.
Abstract: FRA believes that highway-rail grade crossing (grade
crossing) accidents resulting from warning system failures can be
reduced. Motorists lose faith in warning systems that constantly warn
of an oncoming train when none is present. Therefore, the fail-safe
feature of a warning system loses its effectiveness if the system is
not repaired within a reasonable period of time. A greater risk of an
accident is present when a warning system fails to activate as a train
approaches a grade
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crossing. FRA's regulations require railroads to take specific
responses in the event of an activation failure. FRA uses the
information to develop better solutions to the problems of grade
crossing device malfunctions. With this information, FRA is able to
correlate accident data and equipment malfunctions with the types of
circuits and age of equipment. FRA can then identify the causes of
grade crossing system failures and investigate them to determine
whether periodic maintenance, inspection, and testing standards are
effective. FRA also uses the information collected to alert railroad
employees and appropriate highway traffic authorities of warning system
malfunctions and take necessary measures to protect motorists and
railroad employees at the grade crossing until repairs have been made.
Form Number(s): FRA Form 6180.83.
Affected Public: Businesses.
Frequency of Submission: On occasion; recordkeeping.
Reporting Burden:
CFR Section
Respondent Universe
Total
Responses
Average Time Per Response
Total
Burden
Hours
234.7--Telephone notification
605 RRs
4
15 minutes
1
234.9--Grade crossing signal system failure reports
620 RRS
400
15 minutes
100
Notification to train crew and highway traffic control authority
620 RRs
400
15 minutes
100
Recordkeeping
620 RRs
400
15 minutes
100
Total Estimated Burden Hours: 301 hours.
Status: Regular Review.
Title: Railroad Police Officers.
OMB Control Number: 2130-0537.
Abstract: Under 49 CFR Part 207, railroads are required to notify
states of all designated railroad police officers who are discharging
their duties outside of their respective jurisdictions. This
requirement is necessary to verify proper police authority.
Form Number(s): N/A.
Affected Public: Businesses.
Respondent Universe: 30 railroads.
Frequency of Submission: Recordkeeping.
Total Responses: 300 annual responses.
Average Time Per Response: 5 hours.
Total Annual Burden Hours: 1,500 hours.
Status: Regular Review.
Title: Control of Alcohol and Drug Use in Railroad Operations.
OMB Control Number: 2130-0526.
Abstract: The information collection requirements contained in pre-
employment and ``for cause'' testing regulations are intended to ensure
a sense of fairness and accuracy for railroads and their employees. The
principal information--evidence of unauthorized alcohol or drug use--is
used to prevent accidents by screening personnel who perform safety-
sensitive service. FRA uses the information to measure the level of
compliance with regulations governing the use of alcohol or controlled
substances. Elimination of this problem is necessary to prevent
accidents, injuries, and fatalities of the nature already experienced
and further reduce the risk of a truly catastrophic accident. Lastly,
FRA analyzes the data provided in the Management Information System
annual report to monitor the effectiveness of a railroad's alcohol and
drug testing program.
Form Number(s): FRA F 6180.73, 6180.74, 6180.94A, 6180.94B.
Affected Public: Businesses.
Frequency of Submission: On occasion; annually, recordkeeping.
Reporting Burden:
CFR Section
Respondent Universe
Total
Responses
Average Time Per Response
Total
Burden
Hours
219.7
620 RRs
2 waivers
2 hours
4
219.9(b)(2)
620 RRs
25 times
4 hours
100
219.11(b)(2)
200 medical facilities
1
15 minutes
.25
219.11(g)
219.301(c)(2)(ii)
620 RRs
250 classes
3 hours
750
Notice of educational material available to employees
15 new RRs
15 notices
1 hour
15
219.104
219.107
40.67
20 employees
20 letters
1 hour
20
219.201(c)
200 RRs
10 reports
30 minutes
5
219.203/207/209
200 RRs
104 calls
10 minutes
17
219.205
200 RRs
400 tests
15 minutes
100
219.205--Form 6180.73
200 RRS
100 forms
10 minutes
17
219.209(c)
200 RRs
40 records
30 minutes
20
219.211(b)
200 MROs
8 reports
15 minutes
2
219.211(e)
400 employees
1 response
1 hour
1
219.211(h)
200 RRs
400 records
30 minutes
200
219.211(I)
400 employees
1 letter
1 hour
1
219.213(b)
200 RRs
4 notices
30 minutes
2
219.302(f)
200 RRs
200 records
30 minutes
100
219.401/403/405
5 RRs
5 policies
40 hours
200
219.405(c)(1)
200 RRs
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200 reports
5 minutes
17
219.407
200 RRs
1 policy
2 hours
2
1 amend.
1 hour
1
219.403/405
200 SAPs
2,000 reports
10 minutes
333
219.601(a)
5 RRs
5 programs
80 hours
400
219.601(a)
200 RRs
5 amend.
5 hours
25
219.601(b)(4)/601.(d)
200 RRs
4,000 notices
.5 min.
33
5 RRs
5 notices
10 hours
50
200 RRs
40,000 notices
5 minutes
3,333
219.601(b)(1)
200 RRs
200 docs.
8 hours per month
19,200
219.603(a)
40,000 employees
400 docs.
15 minutes
100
219.607
5 RRs
5 programs
80 hours
400
200 RRs
5 amend.
5 hours
25
219.607(b)(1)
200 RRs
200 documents
8 hours per month
19,200
219.607(c)(1)
200 RRs
5 RRs
4,000 notices
5 notices
5 minutes
10 hours
33
50
219.609
20,000 employees
200 requests
15 minutes
50
219.703(a)
40.23
200 RRs
52,920 forms
15 minutes
13,230
219.705(c)
200 RRs
2 requests
10 hours
20
219.707(c)(d)
40.33--Positive test
200 MROs
980 tests
2 hours
1,960
200 RRs
980 notifications
15 minutes
245
219.707(c)(d)
40.33--Negative test
200 MROs
48,020 letters
20 minutes
16,007
219.709
200 RRs
980 employees
10 letters
30 minutes
5
219.711(c)
40.25(f)(22)(ii)
60 employees
51,450 employees
60 letters
12,893 forms
5 minutes
5 minutes
5
1,072
219.715
40.57/59/61
80,000 employees
20,000 tests
15 minutes
5,000
40.59(c)
200 RRs
500 entries
2 minutes
17
40.65
200 BATs
20 tests
30 minutes
10
200 RRs
200 notices
1 hour
200
200 RRs
20 confirm. tests
15 minutes
5
40.69
200 RRs
10 cases
12 minutes
2
200 RRs
1 case
1 hour
1
1 physician
1 response
1 hour
1
40.81
200 RRs
60 letters
5 minutes
5
20 employees
4 letters
30 minutes
2
40.83
200 RRs
138,100 records
5 minutes
11,508
219.801
60 RRs
40 forms
8 hours
320
60 RRs
20 forms
4 hours
80
219.803
60 RRs
40 forms
65 hours
2,600
60 RRs
20 forms
25 hours
500
219.901
200 RRs
100,500 records
5 minutes
8,375
200 RRs
200 summaries
2 hours
400
40.23(d)(2)(ii)
5 RRs
5 written instruct.
40 hours
200
40.29(a)(2) & (b)
25 lab.
58,212 forms
15 minutes
14,553
40.31(c)(1)
25 lab.
1,176 certifications
1 minute
20
40.29(g)(1) & (5)
25 lab.
52,920 reports
30 minutes
26,460
40.29(g)(6)
25 lab.
200 reports
2 hours per month
4,800
40.29(g)(8) & (m)
25 lab.
25 records
240 hours
6,000
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40.31(d)(6)
25 lab.
2 reports
10 hours
20
40.31(d)(7) & (8)
25 lab.
1 notification
50 hours
50
25 lab.
1 statement
50 hours
50
40.33
200 MROs
18 letters
30 minutes
9
200 MROs
2 letters
30 minutes
1
40.37
30 employees
30 requests
30 minutes
15
Total Estimated Burden Hours: 158,554.25 hours.
Status: Regular Review.
Title: Steam Locomotive Inspection.
OMB Control Number: 2130-0505.
Abstract: The specific sections describing the reporting, testing,
and recordkeeping requirements are found at 49 CFR Part 230. Railroads
use the information to ensure that steam locomotives are safe for use
in service. Further, FRA's Office of Safety Assurance and Compliance
uses the information to monitor regulatory compliance, investigate
accidents to determine possible causes, and consider waiver petitions.
Form Number(s): Form 1, Form 3, Form 4, and Form 19.
Affected Public: Businesses.
Frequency of Submission: On occasion; recordkeeping.
Reporting Burden:
CFR Section
Respondent Universe
Total
Responses
Average Time Per Response
Total
Burden
Hours
230.10
48
26 waivers
1 hour
26
230.51--Form 1
48
968 reports
5 minutes
81
230.53--Form 3
48
880 reports
7 minutes
10
230.54--Form 4
48
1 report
1 hour
1
230.54--Form 19
48
1 report
30 minutes
.5
230.32--Badge plate
48
1 plate
30 minutes
.5
230.45--Boiler number
48
1 number
15 minutes
.25
230.48--Office record--boiler washing
48
243 records
1 minute
4
230.52--Posting of copy
48
1,056 forms
1 minute
18
230.104--Locomotive inspection report
48
7,290 reports
3 minutes
365
230.111--Stenciling dates of tests and cleaning
48
108 tests
1 minute
2
230.127(b)--Pistons and piston rods
48
1 stamp
15 minutes
.25
230.133--Driving, trailing and engine truck axles
48
1 stamp
15 minutes
.25
230.136--Crank pins
48
1 stamp
15 minutes
.25
230.158--Modification of rules
48
2 requests
1 hour
2
Total Estimated Burden Hours: 511 hours.
Status: Regular Review.
Title: Identification of Cars Moved in Accordance with Order 13528.
OMB Control Number: 2130-0506.
Abstract: This collection of information identifies a freight car
being moved within the scope of Order 13528 (order). See 49 CFR Part
232, Appendix B. Otherwise, an exception will be taken, and the car
will be set out of the train and not delivered. The information that
must be recorded is specified at 49 CFR Part 232, Appendix B, requiring
that a car be properly identified by a card attached to each side of
the car and signed stating that such movement is being made under the
authority of the order. The order does not require retaining cards or
tags. When a car bearing a tag for movement under the order arrives at
its destination, the tags are simply removed.
Form Number(s): None.
Affected Public: Businesses.
Frequency of Submission: On occasion.
Total Responses: 1,320 tags.
Average Time Per Response: 5 minutes per tag.
Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 110 hours.
Status: Regular Review.
Pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 3507(a) and 5 CFR 1320.5(b), 1320.12(e)(3),
DOT informs all interested parties that it may not conduct or sponsor,
and a respondent is not required to respond to, a collection of
information unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number.
Issued in Washington, DC on January 30. 1997.
Phillip A. Leach,
Clearance Officer, United States Department of Transportation.
[FR Doc. 97-3302 Filed 2-10-97; 8:45 am]
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