Opportunity
Federal Register #OSHA20100023
OSHA Seeks Public Comment on Overhead and Gantry Cranes Standard Information Collection Extension
Buyer
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Posted
June 25, 2026
Respond By
August 24, 2026
Identifier
OSHA20100023
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), under the U.S. Department of Labor, is seeking public input on extending approval for information collection related to the Overhead and Gantry Cranes Standard. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) - Purpose: - Request for public comments on extending OMB approval for information collection requirements under 29 CFR 1910.179 (Overhead and Gantry Cranes Standard) - Products/Services Requested: - No procurement of products or services; this is a request for feedback on paperwork requirements - Key Requirements: - Recordkeeping for rated load markings on cranes - Certification records for inspections of crane hooks, hoist chains, and ropes - Reports of rated load tests for repaired or modified cranes - Maintenance and disclosure of these records upon request - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors mentioned - Notable Details: - The extension maintains the current burden estimate (321,345 hours) - No new operational or maintenance costs introduced - No solicitation for goods or services; focus is on regulatory compliance and reporting
Description
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is requesting public comments on the proposal to extend the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) approval of the information collection requirements specified in the Overhead and Gantry Cranes Standard (29 CFR 1910.179). The information collection includes requirements for marking the rated load of cranes, preparing certification records for inspections, and preparing reports of rated load tests for repaired or modified cranes. Records and reports must be maintained and disclosed upon request. The extension seeks to retain the currently approved burden of 321,345 hours with no estimated operational costs.