Notice2024-07808
Agency Information Collection Activities: Medical Clearance Process for Deployment to the Polar Regions
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Published
April 12, 2024
Issuing agencies
National Science Foundation
Abstract
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has submitted the following information collection requirement to OMB for review and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This is the second notice for public comment; the first was published in the Federal Register, and no comments were received. NSF is forwarding the proposed submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for clearance simultaneously with the publication of this second notice.
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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 72 (Friday, April 12, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Pages 25904-25905]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2024-07808]
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NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION
Agency Information Collection Activities: Medical Clearance
Process for Deployment to the Polar Regions
AGENCY: National Science Foundation.
ACTION: Submission for OMB review; comment request.
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SUMMARY: The National Science Foundation (NSF) has submitted the
following information collection requirement to OMB for review and
clearance under the Paperwork
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Reduction Act of 1995. This is the second notice for public comment;
the first was published in the Federal Register, and no comments were
received. NSF is forwarding the proposed submission to the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) for clearance simultaneously with the
publication of this second notice.
DATES: Written comments and recommendations for the proposed
information collection should be sent within 30 days of publication of
this notice to <a href="http://www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAmain">www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAmain</a>. Find this particular
information collection by selecting ``Currently under 30-day Review--
Open for Public Comments'' or by using the search function.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Suzanne H. Plimpton, Reports Clearance
Officer, National Science Foundation, 2415 Eisenhower Avenue,
Alexandria, VA 22314, or send email to <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#5221223e3b3f22263d123c21347c353d24"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="81f2f1ede8ecf1f5eec1eff2e7afe6eef7">[email protected]</span></a>. 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).
Copies of the submission may be obtained by calling 703-292-7556.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: NSF may not conduct or sponsor a collection
of information unless the collection of information displays a
currently valid OMB control number and the agency informs potential
persons who are to respond to the collection of information that such
persons are not required to respond to the collection of information
unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number.
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; (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.
Title of Collection: Medical Clearance Process for Deployment to
the Polar Regions.
OMB Number: 3145-0177.
Expiration Date of Approval: October 31, 2023.
Type of Request: Revision to and extension of approval of an
information collection.
Proposed Project: Presidential Memorandum No. 6646 (February 5,
1982) (available from the National Science Foundation, Office of Polar
Programs, Office 7100, 2415 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22314)
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, Office of Polar Programs, Office 7100, 2415
Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22314] 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 furnishes information to the NSF regarding the physical,
mental, and dental health status for all individuals (except DoD-
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/Office 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.
Forms 1428-A is for any individual who is determined to be not
physically qualified for Polar deployment to request an administrative
waiver of the medical screening criteria. This information includes
signing a Request for Waiver that is notarized or otherwise legally
acceptable in accordance with penalty of perjury statutes, and
obtaining and Employer Statement of Support (NSF Form 1429-A).
Individuals on a case-by-case basis also may be required to submit
additional medical documentation and a letter from the individual's
physician(s) regarding the individual's medical suitability for Polar
deployment.
Respondents: All non-DoD 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 Office of Polar
Programs.
The number of annual respondents: 3,700.
Estimated Total Annual Burden on Respondents: 37,000 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: April 9, 2024.
Suzanne H. Plimpton,
Reports Clearance Officer,National Science Foundation.
[FR Doc. 2024-07808 Filed 4-11-24; 8:45 am]
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