This information
collection is approved with the following Terms of Clearance. OMB
request that the agency ensure that response rates are accurately
tracked for both the intercept and the businsess surveys in order
to validate the predictions of 80% response rate. The agency should
also track the percentage of incomplete questionnaires and include
those in its analysis of nonresponse.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
10/31/2011
36 Months From Approved
500
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167
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The purpose of this data collection is
to research target audiences knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, values
and behaviors regarding the endangered Hawaiian monk seal (Monachus
schauinslandi). The knowledge gained will be used to develop an
education and outreach plan aimed at minimizing negative human-seal
interactions. It will also be used, in conjunction with other
information, to develop and assess management strategies for
dealing with human-seal interactions. Target audiences for this
survey include those members of the public likely to encounter monk
seals in the wild. Target audiences include but are not limited to
fishers, surfers, beach goers, divers, operators and patrons of
commercial water sports tours, and hotel managers or owners
operating in areas of high monk seal activity. The information
gathered by this survey is critical because as the human population
of the main Hawaiian Islands (MHI) increases, the probability of
human-seal interactions may also increase. The Hawaiian monk seal
is listed as endangered under the Endangered Species Act and is
also protected under the Marine Mammal Protection Act and Hawaii
State laws.
US Code:
16 USC
31 Name of Law: Marine Mammal Protection Act
US Code: 16
USC 1531-44 Name of Law: Endangered Species Act
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.