Approved
consistent with changes described in CDC memo of 11-8-02 and
revised 83-I and supporting statement attached. Clearance is
conditional upon CDC taking additional steps to maximize response
rates including additional follow-ups with non-respondents.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
12/31/2003
12/31/2003
2,010
0
0
503
0
0
0
0
0
In October-November 2001, following
reports of anthrax cases, the infection control community told the
Division of Healthcare Quality Promotion (DHQP) staff of the need
for more bioterrorism information to enable them to adequately
respond to any future events. A needs assessment tool was
developed. Data obtained from this needs assessment will be used by
DHQP and other areas of CDC to evaluate current CDC strategies to
disseminate information related to bioterrorism to hospitals,
identify the needs, and develop materials and communication
mechanisms appropriate for assisting hospitals to adequately
prepare for....
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.