The data collected will be used for
the application of individual workers to retain a TWIC credential
for security identification purposes. The data will be collected
and a Security Threat Assessment will be conducted on the
individual with outreach too appropriate agency databases. When the
individual is cleared they will be provided a credential containing
information for identification verification at either maritime
facilities or vessel locations. This has been required by the MTSA
Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2002.
The burden was changed from the
previous submission in 2008. At that time, the TWIC Program had
only recently been deployed and many numbers were estimates (based
on input from academia, industry, and other government sources).
However, data used in this submission are based on actuals, as well
as more refined estimates. There are no changes to the information
being collected. TSA also has recently adjusted the hour and cost
burden to account for those eligible TWIC holders who choose the
three-year extended TWIC option (EED TWIC) and OneVisit
option.
Christina Walsh 571 227-2062
christina.walsh@tsa.dhs.gov
No
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.