This information
collection is approved for use through 3/96 under the following
terms of clearance: 1. Report to OMB on the results of the study no
later than 5/96. The report should include the effects of the
system on public health, improved workload management, and
implications for research. 2. The Utilization Survey shall be
expanded to include a subsample of less frequent users in order to
determine and adjust for any positive bias resulting from a census
of the most frequent users.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
03/31/1996
03/31/1996
1,500
0
0
230
0
0
0
0
0
CDC is requesting approval from the
Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for three related evaluations
of the WONDER/PC. The system which provides easy access to CDC data
public health reports and guidelines, and electronic mail. It was
designed to enhanced decision making and practice. The proposed
evaluation focuses on wheather CDC WONDER improved how public
health employees access and incorporate information into their
work.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.