Opportunity
Federal Register #OSHA20100042
OSHA Solicits Comments on Extension of Gear Certification Information Collection
Buyer
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Department of Labor
Posted
April 23, 2026
Respond By
June 22, 2026
Identifier
OSHA20100042
NAICS
926150
OSHA is seeking public input on its plan to extend approval for information collection related to gear certification in maritime operations. - Government Buyer: - Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) - Products/Services Requested: - Information collection via OSHA 70 Form for accreditation of entities testing or examining equipment and material handling devices under 29 CFR 1919 - Proposed increase in certifications from 5,000 to 6,187 - Estimated burden hours to increase from 109 to 129 - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Public comments requested on necessity, accuracy, and burden of the information collection - Suggestions for minimizing respondent burden are encouraged - No specific OEMs, vendors, or direct procurement of products/services are involved; the focus is on regulatory information collection and accreditation processes
Description
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is requesting public comments on its proposal to extend the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval of the information collection requirements specified in the Standard on Gear Certification. This involves the OSHA 70 Form used by applicants seeking accreditation to test or examine certain equipment and material handling devices under maritime regulations. The extension includes an increase in the number of certifications from 5,000 to 6,187, resulting in an increase in burden hours from 109 to 129. Comments are due by June 22, 2026.