[Federal Register Volume 78, Number 220 (Thursday, November 14, 2013)]
[Notices]
[Pages 68479-68480]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2013-27257]
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NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION
Notice of Intent To Seek Approval To Renew an Information
Collection
AGENCY: National Science Foundation.
ACTION: Notice and Request for Comments.
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SUMMARY: The National Science Foundation (NSF) is announcing plans to
request clearance of this collection. In accordance with the
requirement of Section 3506(2)(A) of the Paperwork reduction Act of
1955 (Pub. L. 104-13), we are providing opportunity for public comment
on this action. After obtaining and considering public comment, NSF
will prepare the submission requesting that OMB approve clearance of
this collection with changes for no longer than three (3) years.
DATES: Written comments on this notice must be received by January 13,
2014 to be assured of consideration. Comments received after that date
will be considered to the extent practicable.
Comments: Comments are invited on (a) whether the proposed
collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of
the functions of the Agency, including whether the information shall
have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the Agency's estimate of
the burden of the proposed collection of information; (c) ways to
enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information on
respondents, including through the use of automated collection
techniques or other forms of information technology; and (d) ways to
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.
For Additional Information or Comments: The document will be
available on the NSF's Division of Polar Programs' home page site for
60 days after the signature date of this notice. Comments submitted in
writing or in electronic form will be made available for public
inspection. Because your comments will not be edited to remove any
identifying or contact information, NSF cautions you against including
any personally identifying information in reference to this information
collection, NSF Form 1700. Contact Suzanne Plimpton, the NSF Reports
Clearance Officer, phone (703) 292-7556, or via email to
[email protected]. Individuals who use a telecommunications device for
the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal Information Relay Service (FIRS) at
1-800-877-8339, which is accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365
days a year (including federal holidays).
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Title of Collection: Medical Clearance Process for Deployment to
Antarctica.
OMB Number: 3145-0177.
Expiration Date of Approval: April 30, 2014.
Type of Request: Intent to seek approval to renew with changes an
information collection for three years.
Abstract
Proposed Project: Presidential Memorandum No. 6646 (February 5,
1982) (available from the National Science Foundation, Division of
Polar Programs, Suite 755, 4201 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22230)
sets forth the National Science Foundation's overall management
responsibilities for the entire United States national program in
Antarctica. Section 107(a) of Public Law 98-373 [July 31, 1984; amended
as Public Law 101-609--November 16, 1990] [available from the National
Science Foundation, Division of Polar Programs, Suite 755, 4201 Wilson
Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22230] designates the National Science
Foundation as the lead agency responsible for implementing Arctic
research policy, and the Director of the National Science Foundation
shall ensure that the requirements of section 108 are fulfilled.
NSF Form 1700, Medical Clearance Process for Deployment to the
Polar Regions (Note: This form replaces NSF Forms 1421, 1422, 1423,
1424, 1425, 1427, 1428, 1429 and the title removes
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``Antarctica'' and inserts ``the Polar Regions'') furnishes information
to the NSF regarding the physical, dental, and mental status for all
individuals (except uniformed service personnel) who anticipate
deploying to Antarctica under the auspices of the United States
Antarctic Program or to certain regions of the Arctic sponsored by the
NSF/GEO/Division of Polar Programs. The information is used to
determine whether an individual is physically and mentally suited to
endure the extreme hardships imposed by the Arctic and Antarctic
continents, while also performing specific duties as specified by their
employers.
Respondents: All non-uniformed personnel planning to deploy to U.S.
stations in the Antarctic or to specified regions of the Arctic that
are sponsored by the National Science Foundation's Division of Polar
Programs.
The number of annual respondents: 3,200 to the Antarctic and 100 to
the Arctic.
Estimated Total Annual Burden on Respondents: 33,000 hours.
Frequency of Responses: This form is submitted upon an individual's
first deployment to Antarctica (below 60[deg] South) or to specified
regions of the Arctic and annually thereafter for the duration of the
individual's deployments.
Dated: November 8, 2013.
Suzanne H. Plimpton,
Reports Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation.
[FR Doc. 2013-27257 Filed 11-13-13; 8:45 am]
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