This information
collection is approved for use through 8/98.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
10/31/1998
10/31/1998
09/30/1996
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20
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20
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NIST needs this information to
evaluate conformity assessment bodies which are applying for
recognition to provide needed services to manufacturers whose
products must satisfy mandatory foreign regulations prior to
import.
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.