                    POSITION TASK BOOK FOR THE POSITION OF

ALL-HAZARDS
OPERATIONS SECTION CHIEF

	Version:  April 2011

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                                   EVALUATOR

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I verify all tasks have been performed and are documented with appropriate initials.
I also verify_________________________________________________________
has performed as a trainee and should therefore be considered for certification in this
position.

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has met all requirements for qualification in this position and I recommend he/she be
certified for the position.

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                  NATIONAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (NIMS)
                         INCIDENT COMMAND SYSTEM (ICS)
                          POSITION TASK BOOKS (PTBs)

Position Task Books (PTBs) are designed to be used by any individual (trainee) interested in becoming certified under the National Incident Management System (NIMS). The PTBs are intended to be used to document experiences that indicate successful completion of tasks specific to an Incident Command System (ICS) position. The performance requirements for each position are associated with core ICS competencies, behaviors, and tasks as suggested to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) by a multi-disciplined, highly-experienced expert panel.

Trainees are evaluated during this process by qualified evaluators, and the trainee's performance is documented in the PTB for each task by the evaluator's initials and date of completion. An Evaluation Record will be completed by all evaluators documenting the trainee's progress after each evaluation opportunity.

Successful performance of all tasks, as observed and recorded by an evaluator, will result in a recommendation to the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) of the trainee, that the trainee be certified in that position. Evaluation and confirmation of the trainee's performance while completing all tasks will normally require more than one training assignment and several different evaluators. Incidents lasting several days may involve multiple evaluators. Tasks may be evaluated on incidents, in a classroom simulation, in training and exercises, and in other work situations as long as there is a qualified evaluator.

It is important performances be critically evaluated and accurately recorded by each evaluator.  All tasks should be evaluated.

The NIMS Qualification Process Guide lists the definitions for trainee, evaluator, training officer, and AHJ.

Responsibilities:

1. Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ):
   * Selecting trainees based on the needs of their organization or to fulfill their obligations to contribute to Incident Management Teams (IMTs) or other Mutual Aid agreements
   * Providing opportunities for evaluation and/or making the trainee available for evaluation

2. Trainee:
   * Reviewing and understanding instructions in the PTB
   * Identifying desired objectives/goals whenever an opportunity for evaluation is recognized
   * Providing background information to an evaluator
   * Assuring the evaluation record is complete
   * Completing all tasks for an assigned position within the timeframe allowed for that position (all tasks with an approval older than the allowed timeframe should be reevaluated)
   * Notifying the local AHJ/training officer when the PTB is completed, and obtaining a signature recommending certification
   * Retaining the original PTB and providing a copy of the PTB to the appropriate individual/department to obtain a qualification from your agency

3. Evaluator(s):
   * Being qualified and proficient in the evaluated position
   * Meeting with the trainee and determining past experience, current qualifications, and desired objectives/goals
   * Reviewing tasks with the trainee
   * Explaining to the trainee the evaluation procedures that will be utilized and which tasks may be performed during the evaluation period
   * Accurately evaluating and recording demonstrated performance of tasks
   * Dating and initialing completion of the task to indicate satisfactory performance
   * Documenting unsatisfactory performance
   * Completing the Evaluation Form found at the end of each PTB
   * Completing an Incident Personnel Performance Rating (ICS 225) form

4. Final Evaluator:
   * Being qualified and proficient in the position being evaluated
   * Reviewing the trainee's record to ensure completeness
   * Signing the verification statement on page 2 of the PTB when all tasks have been initialed
   * Ensuring all tasks have been completed within the three years prior to submission for final approval
   * Reevaluating any task with an approval older than three years and bringing up to date

5. Training Officer:
   * Providing the correct version of the PTB to the individual in order to document performance
   * Explaining to the trainee the purpose and processes of the PTB as well as the trainee's responsibilities
   * Tracking progress of the trainee
   * Identifying incidents or situations where the trainee may have evaluation opportunities
   * Identifying and assigning an evaluator who can provide a positive experience for the trainee, when the evaluation opportunity is within the AHJ's jurisdiction.
   * Receiving and filing documentation from the assignment

6. AHJ Designee
   * Issuing the PTB to document task performance
   * Explaining to the trainee the purpose and processes of the PTB, as well as the trainee's responsibilities
   * Tracking progress of the trainee
   * Identifying incident evaluation opportunities
   * Identifying and assigning an evaluator who can provide a positive experience for the trainee and make an accurate and honest appraisal of the trainee's performance
   * Documenting the assignment
   * Conducting progress reviews
   * Conducting a closeout interview with the trainee and evaluator and assuring documentation is proper and complete

Competencies, Behaviors and Tasks:

Each PTB lists the performance requirements (tasks) for specific positions set by the ICS competencies and behaviors (September 2007) recognized by FEMA's National Integration Center and posted to the NIMS Resource Center Web site, http://www.fema.gov/emergency/nims/.

There are numerous bullet statements listed under each task. The bullet statements are listed as guidelines/examples for the evaluator to follow to ensure that the intent of the task has been completed. Not all bullet statements for a task are required to be completed if the overall intent of the task has been satisfied.

Each task has a code associated with the type of training assignment where the task may be completed. These include: O = other, I = incident/event and R = rare event. Definitions for these codes may be found below*. While tasks can be performed in any situation, they should be evaluated on the specific type of incident/event for which they are coded. Tasks coded "I" should be evaluated on an incident/event, and so on. Performance of any task other than the designated assignment is not valid for qualification.

*Code:
    O 	= Task can be completed in a variety of situations, such as in a classroom, exercise or simulation, incident or event, or daily job.
    I	=	Task should be performed on an incident or event which is managed under the ICS.
    R	=	Rare events seldom occur and opportunities to evaluate trainee performance in real settings are limited. Examples of rare events include accidents, injuries, vehicle and aircraft crashes. Through interviews, the evaluator may be able to determine if the trainee could perform the task in a real situation.

Competency: Assume position responsibilities
Description: Successfully assume role of Operations Section Chief and initiate position activities at the appropriate time according to the following behaviors.

Behavior: Ensure readiness for assignment.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   1. Obtain and assemble information and materials needed for kit. Kit assembled and prepared prior to receiving an assignment. Kit contains critical items needed for the assignment and items needed for functioning during the assignment. Kit is easily transportable. The basic information and materials needed may include, but are not limited to, any of the following:

Reference Materials
      * References appropriate for the incident type and agencies involved
      * Functional Guidelines relative to incident type (e.g. Agency guidance and/or functional guidelines)
      * Emergency Response Field Operations Guide (ERFOG)
      * Operations Section Chief (OSC) Position manuals
      * IMT contact information

Forms
      * ICS 201, Incident Briefing
      * ICS 209, Incident Status Summary
      * ICS 213, General Message
      * ICS 214, Activity Log
      * ICS 215, Operation Planning Worksheet
      * ICS 220 (as applicable), Air Operations Summary Worksheet
      * ICS 221, Demobilization Checkout
      * Agency specific forms appropriate to the function

Supplies
      * Office supplies appropriate to the function
      * Maps
                                       O

   2. Arrive properly equipped at incident assigned location within acceptable time limits.
                                       I

   3. Check in according to receiving agency/organization guidelines.
                                       I

Behavior: Ensure availability, qualifications and capabilities of resources to complete assignment.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   4. Identify kind, type, and number of resources required to achieve objectives.
      * Consider topography, weather, kinds and types of resources, resource availability, and health and safety factors.
      * Calculate resources needed using mathematical calculations (where applicable) and the intuitive method.
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   5. Order necessary personnel and equipment.
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Behavior: Gather, update, and apply situational information relevant to the assignment.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   6. Obtain complete information from dispatch upon activation.
      * Incident name
      * Incident order number
      * Request number
      * Reporting location
      * Reporting time
      * Transportation arrangements/travel routes
      * Contact procedures during travel (e.g. telephone/radio)
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   7. Gather information necessary to assess incident assignment and determine immediate needs and actions.
      * Incident Commander's (ICs) name and agency /organization contact information
      * Type of incident
      * Current resource commitments
      * Current situation
      * Expected duration of assignment
      * Topography
      * Weather
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   8. Obtain briefing from Agency Administrator/ outgoing IC.
      * Receive IC's ICS 201 (Incident Briefing).
      * Receive special instructions.
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   9. Obtain briefing from IC (may be one-on-one or an IMT meeting).
      * Receive IC's priorities, goals, and objectives for the IMT.
      * Receive IC's priorities, goals, and objectives for the incident.
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   10. Collect information from outgoing OSC, initial IC, or other personnel responsible for incident prior to your arrival.
      * Obtain status of incident and assigned resources.
      * Obtain status of existing operations section, including air operations if applicable.
      * Obtain information on special hazards or threats.
      * Order necessary personnel and equipment.
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Behavior: Establish effective relationships with relevant personnel.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   11. Establish and maintain positive interpersonal and interagency working relationships.
      * Local agencies
      * Hosting unit
      * Public
      * Division/Group Supervisors
      * Command and General Staff
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   12. Create a work environment that provides mutual respect and equal opportunity for all personnel assigned to the incident.
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Behavior: Establish organization structure, reporting procedures, and chain of command of assigned resources.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   13. Supervise and adjust operations organization and tactics as needed, based on changes in incident situation and resource status.
      * Ensure priorities and tactics are communicated and understood throughout the operations section.
      * Ensure health and safety procedures are established and maintained throughout the operations section.
      * Ensure any changes in priorities or tactics are communicated and understood.
      * Provide for functional and geographical supervision as needed.
      * Ensure effective use and coordination of all assigned resources.
      * Maintain appropriate span of control.
      * Establish staging areas as needed.
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Behavior: Understand and comply with ICS concepts and principles.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   14. Maintain appropriate span of control.
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   15. Demonstrate knowledge of ICS structure, principles, positions, and ICS forms.
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   16. Understand scope, roles, responsibilities, jurisdiction, and authority of responder agencies.
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   17. Assure execution of appropriate administrative requirements (to include documentation, ICS forms, personnel and equipment time records, performance ratings).
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Competency: Lead assigned personnel

Description: Influence, guide, and direct assigned personnel to accomplish objectives and desired outcomes in a rapidly changing, high-risk environment.

Behavior: Model leadership values and principles.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   18. Exhibit principles of duty.
      * Be proficient in the job, both technically and as a leader.
      * Make sound and timely decisions.
      * Ensure tasks are understood, supervised, and accomplished.
      * Train and mentor assigned subordinates.
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   19. Exhibit principles of respect.
      * Know subordinates and look out for their well-being.
      * Keep subordinates informed.
      * Build the team.
      * Assign subordinates in accordance with their capabilities.
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   20. Exhibit principles of integrity.
      * Know yourself and seek improvement.
      * Seek responsibility and accept responsibility for actions.
      * Set the example.
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Behavior: Ensure the safety, welfare, and accountability of assigned personnel.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   21. Recognize potentially hazardous situations.
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   22. Inform subordinates of hazards.
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   23. Control positions and function of resources.
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   24. Ensure special precautions are taken when extraordinary hazards exist.
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   25. Ensure adequate rest is provided to all unit personnel.
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   26. Provide and support a hostile-free work environment.
                                       O

   27. Comply with agency/organization health and safety requirements.
      * Develop tactical plans based on health and safety consideration/guidelines.
      * Spot check tactical operations to ensure compliance with safety considerations.
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Behavior: Establish work assignments and performance expectations, monitor performance, and provide feedback.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   28. Periodically evaluate resource status and tactical needs to determine if resource assignments are appropriate.
      * Determine kind and number of resources required to complete tactics.
      * Assign single resources, task forces, or strike teams depending on the needs of the Division/Group Supervisors.
      * Approve assembly and disassembly of strike teams and task forces.
      * Provide for functional and geographical supervision as needed.
      * Establish staging areas as needed.
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   29. Perform the duties of a Division or Group Supervisor according to the most current version of the Emergency Response Field Operations Guide (ERFOG).
      * Implement assigned portions of the Incident Action Plan (IAP).
      * Assign resources within the Division or Group.
      * Report on the progress or control of operations.
      * Report on status of resources within the Division or Group
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   30. Perform the duties of a Strike Team or Task Force Leader according to the most current version of the ERFOG.
      * Perform tactical assignments assigned to the Strike Team or Task Force.
      * Report on work progress and status of resources.
      * Maintain work records on assigned personnel.
      * Relay important information to the supervisor.
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   31. Ensure performance ratings are completed as required by the IC/Agency Administrator.
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Behavior: Emphasize teamwork.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   32. Establish cohesiveness among assigned resources.
      * Establish trust through open communication.
      * Require commitment.
      * Set expectations of accountability.
      * Bring focus to the team result.
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Behavior: Coordinate interdependent activities.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   33. Interact and coordinate with all other command staff, general staff, and appropriate Unit Leaders.
      * Receive and transmit current and accurate information.
      * Communicate changes to the IAP or relevant plan.
      * Inform appropriate team members of significant changes in operations.
      * Ensure the Resources Unit Leader is advised of all changes in status of resources assigned to the operation. Keep status current.
      * Provide Situation Unit Leader operational status for ICS 209 (Incident Status Summary).
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   34. Ensure effective use and coordination of all assigned resources.
                                       I

   35. Coordinate with the replacement OSC.
      * Brief and debrief between operational periods.
      * Coordinate the preparation of the next operational period's IAP or relevant plan.
                                       I

   36. Coordinate with subordinates and provide Planning Section Chief a list of excess personnel, contract equipment, crews, miscellaneous personnel, and other resources.  List will include:
      * Kind and type
      * Quantity
      * Time/date of available release
      * Review the list daily for accuracy ensuring all units are demobilized in a timely and complete manner.
                                       I

   37. Coordinate with local response agencies (e.g. fire, EMS, law enforcement, public health, public works, etc.).
      * Secure property
      * Traffic control
      * Evacuation
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Competency: Communicate effectively

Description: Use suitable communication techniques to share relevant information with appropriate personnel on a timely basis to accomplish objectives in a rapidly changing, high risk environment

Behavior: Ensure relevant information is exchanged during briefings and debriefings.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   38. Obtain briefing from Agency Administrator/ outgoing IC.
      * Receive ICs ICS 201 (Incident Briefing).  Receive special instructions.
                                       I

   39. Obtain briefing from Incident Commander (may be one-on-one or an IMT meeting).
      * Receive Incident Commander's priorities, goals, and objectives for the IMT.
      * Receive ICs priorities, goals, and objectives for the incident.
                                       I

   40. Collect information from outgoing OSC, initial IC, or other personnel responsible for incident prior to your arrival.
      * Obtain status of incident and assigned resources.
      * Obtain status of existing operations section, including air operations if applicable.
      * Obtain information on special hazards or threats.
      * Order necessary personnel and equipment.
                                       I

   41. Participate in the operational period briefing, particularly emphasizing tactical priorities and any special health and safety considerations and changes from the written IAP.
                                       I

   42. Brief the relief OSC.
                                       I

   43. Debrief the OSC you are relieving.
                                       I

   44. Update IC on current accomplishments and/or problems.
      * Inform IC as soon as possible of problems and accomplishments.
                                       I

   45. Participate in Post Incident Analysis as necessary.
                                       I

   46. Participate in after-incident review per agency/organization policy.
                                       I

Behavior: Ensure documentation is complete and disposition is appropriate.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   47. Ensure incident documentation is completed as required by the IC.
      * Submit incident narrative to Planning Section Chief.
      * Complete and submit ICS 214 (Activity Log) to Documentation Unit for each operational period.
      * Ensure all personnel and equipment time records are complete and have been submitted to the Time Unit Leader/ Equipment Time Recorder at the end of each operational period.
      * Complete ICS 220 (Air Operations Summary Worksheet) as necessary.
      * Complete and submit performance evaluations for Operations Section resources at conclusion of incident.
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Behavior: Gather, produce, and distribute information as required by established guidelines and ensure understanding by recipient.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   48. Prepare for and participate in strategy meetings.
      * Share and evaluate operational information with IMT members.
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   49. Report unexpected occurrences (e.g. fires, incidents within an incident, accidents, political contacts, property loss or damage, etc.).
      * Obtain information about special hazards or threats from:
         o Subordinates
         o Personal observation
         o Other incident personnel
         o Off-incident personnel
      * Ensure standard information contains nature of event, location, magnitude, personnel involved (do not release names of victims or agency/organization on the radio), initial action taken (e.g. helicopter picking up injured, appropriate subsequent action).
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Behavior: Communicate and ensure understanding of work expectations within the chain of command and across functional areas.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   50. Ensure priorities and tactics are communicated and understood throughout the operations section.
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   51. Ensure any changes in priorities or tactics are communicated and understood.
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Behavior: Develop and implement plans and gain concurrence of affected agencies and/or the public.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   52. Participate in preparation of IAP or relevant plan.
      * Update team on current situation.
      * Determine tactical priorities for next operational period.
      * Determine tactics and work assignments for next operational period or periods.
      * Advise on current capabilities and limitations.
      * Determine additional/excess resources.
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   53. Complete operational portion of IAP as part of ICS 215 (Operational Planning Worksheet).
      * Establish branches, divisions/groups, and staging areas.
      * Establish priorities for aviation operations, if necessary.
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   54. Participate in the preparation of other necessary relevant plans (e.g. evacuation plan, contingency plan).
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Competency: Ensure completion of assigned actions to meet identified objectives

Description: Identify, analyze, and apply relevant situational information and evaluate actions to complete assignments safely and meet identified objectives. Complete actions within established timeframe.

Behavior: Administer and/or apply agency policy, contracts, and agreements.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   55. Ensure assigned contracted resources meet contract specifications.
      * Take necessary action for those not meeting specifications.
                                       O

   56. Designate and request agreements as necessary.
      * Coordinate with Finance Section.
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Behavior: Gather, analyze, and validate information pertinent to the incident or event and make recommendations for setting priorities.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   57. Evaluate and monitor current situation.
      * Determine if present plan of action will meet incident objectives.
      * Determine if the present plan is congruent with the incident strategic plan.
      * Identify problems and concerns (e.g. evacuation, sheltering, aviation safety, etc.).
      * Identify priorities and values to be protected (e.g. life, property, infrastructure, environment, etc.)
      * Advise IC and other appropriate IMT personnel.
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   58. Identify kind, type, and number of resources required to achieve objectives.
      * Consider incident type and complexity, kinds and types of resources, resource availability, and health and safety factors.
      * Order necessary personnel and equipment.
      * Discuss long-range and contingency plans and identify potential and future resources.
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   59. Personally observe and review current operations to prepare tactics for the next operational period planning meeting considering:
      * Resource status
      * Situation status
      * Weather
      * Communications capability
      * Environmental impact
      * Priorities and values to be protected (e.g. life, property, infrastructure, environment, etc.)
      * Cost constraints
      * Aviation capabilities, limitations
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Behavior: Prepare clear and concise assessments regarding hazards, hazard behavior, weather, and other relevant events.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   60. Assist in completing and validate health and safety ICS 215A (IAP Safety Analysis).
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Behavior: Make appropriate decisions based on analysis of gathered information.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   61. Personally observe and review current operations to prepare tactics for the next operational period planning meeting considering:
      * Resource status
      * Situation status
      * Weather
      * Communications capability
      * Environmental impact
      * Resources to be protected
      * Cost constraints
      * Aviation capabilities, limitations

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   62. Periodically evaluate resource status and tactical needs to determine if resource assignments are appropriate.
      * Determine kind and number of resources required to complete tactics.
      * Assign single resources, task forces, or strike teams.
      * Assemble and disassemble strike teams and task forces.
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Behavior: Utilize information to produce outputs.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   63. Report unexpected occurrences.
      * Obtain information about special hazards or threats from:
            o Subordinates
            o Personal observation
            o Other incident personnel
            o Off incident personnel
      * Standard information shall contain nature of event, location, magnitude, personnel involved (do not release names of victims or agency/organization on the radio), initial action taken (e.g. helicopter picking up injured), and appropriate subsequent action.
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Behavior: Take appropriate action based on assessed risks.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   64. Ensure the Risk Management Process is established and maintained throughout the operations section.
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   65. Ensure effective use and coordination of all assigned resources.
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Behavior: Modify approach based on evaluation of incident situation.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   66. Evaluate effectiveness of IAP or relevant plan and adjust as necessary.
      * Evaluate progress of operations based on situation reports and evaluations from operations personnel.
      * Estimate immediate and long-range operational resources and logistical requirements.
      * Order or release resources as needed, providing appropriate lead time.
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Behavior: Plan for demobilization and ensure demobilization procedures are followed.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   67. Assist in development, approval, and implementation of Incident Demobilization Plan.
      * Consider demobilization early in the incident.
      * Coordinate with the Demobilization Unit/Planning Section Chief during development and implementation of Demobilization Plan.
      * Coordinate during development and implementation with local agency/organization concerning functional demobilization procedures.
      * Brief staff on demobilization responsibilities.
      * Ensure all units are demobilized in a timely and complete manner.
      * If required, complete ICS 221 (Demobilization Checkout) and turn in to the appropriate person.
      * Brief replacement if necessary.
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Behavior: Transfer position duties while ensuring continuity of authority and knowledge and taking into account the increasing or decreasing incident complexity.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   68. Coordinate the development, approval, and implementation of transfer of duties when incident escalates/deescalates.
      * Consider transition early in the incident.
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   69. Determine time of transfer with replacement.
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   70. Communicate transfer of duties to assigned resources and command staff.
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   71. If necessary, coordinate with agencies about transfer of command back to local jurisdiction.
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               INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING THE EVALUATION RECORD

There are four separate blocks allowing evaluations to be made. These evaluations may be made on incidents, simulations in classroom, or in daily duties, depending on what the PTB indicates.  This should be sufficient for qualification in the position if the individual is adequately prepared. If additional blocks are needed, a page can be copied from a blank task book and attached.

COMPLETE THESE ITEMS AT THE START OF THE EVALUATION PERIOD:
Evaluator's Name, Incident/Office Title and Agency:  List the name of the evaluator, his/her incident position or office title, and agency.
Evaluator's Home Unit Address and Phone:  Self-explanatory
Incident Number:  The number next to the evaluator's name in the upper left corner of the evaluation record identifies a particular incident or group of incidents. This number should be placed in the column labeled "Evaluation Record #" on the PTB for each task performed satisfactorily. This number enables reviewers of the completed PTB to ascertain the qualifications of the different evaluators prior to making the appropriate sign-off on the PTB.
Location of Incident/Simulation:  Identify the location where the tasks were performed by agency and office.
Incident Kind:  Enter kind of incident (e.g. hazmat, wildland fire, structural fire, search and rescue, flood, tornado, etc.).

COMPLETE THESE ITEMS AT THE END OF THE EVALUATION PERIOD:
Number and Type of Resources:  Enter the number and types of resources assigned to the incident pertinent to the trainee's position.
Duration:  Enter inclusive dates during which the trainee was evaluated. This block may indicate a span of time covering several small and similar incidents if the trainee has been evaluated on that basis (e.g. several initial response wildfires in similar fuel types.).
Recommendation:  Check as appropriate and/or make comments regarding the future needs for development of this trainee.
Date:  List the date the record is being completed.
Evaluator's Initials:  Initial here to authenticate recommendations and to allow for comparison with initials in the PTB.
Evaluator's Relevant Certification:  List your certification relevant to the trainee position you supervised.
                               Evaluation Record

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                                 TRAINEE NAME
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                               TRAINEE POSITION

#1
Evaluator's name:
Incident/office title & agency:
Evaluator's home unit address & phone:
        Name and Location
of Incident or
Situation
(agency & area)
Incident Kind
(hazmat, tornado, flood, structural fire, wildfire, search & rescue, etc.)
       Number & Type of
Resources
Pertinent to
Trainee's Position
                 Duration
(inclusive dates
in trainee status)

The tasks initialed and dated by me have been performed under my supervision in a satisfactory manner by the above named trainee. I recommend the following for further development of this trainee.
______	The individual has successfully performed all tasks for the position and should be considered for certification.
______	The individual was not able to complete certain tasks (comments below) or additional guidance is required.
______	Not all tasks were evaluated on this assignment and an additional assignment is needed to complete the evaluation.
______	The individual is severely deficient in the performance of tasks for the position and needs further training in both required knowledge and skills prior to additional assignment(s) as a trainee.

Recommendations: ______________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________

Date: ____________________________ Evaluator's initials: ________________________

Evaluator's relevant agency certification or rating:___________________________________________________________

#2
Evaluator's name:
Incident/office title & agency:
Evaluator's home unit address & phone:
        Name and Location
of Incident or
Situation
(agency & area)
Incident Kind
(hazmat, tornado, flood, structural fire, wildfire, search & rescue, etc.)
       Number & Type of
Resources
Pertinent to
Trainee's Position
                 Duration
(inclusive dates
in trainee status)

The tasks initialed and dated by me have been performed under my supervision in a satisfactory manner by the above named trainee. I recommend the following for further development of this trainee.
______	The individual has successfully performed all tasks for the position and should be considered for certification.
______	The individual was not able to complete certain tasks (comments below) or additional guidance is required.
______	Not all tasks were evaluated on this assignment and an additional assignment is needed to complete the evaluation.
______	The individual is severely deficient in the performance of tasks for the position and needs further training in both required knowledge and skills prior to additional assignment(s) as a trainee.

Recommendations: ______________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________

Date: ____________________________ Evaluator's initials: ________________________

Evaluator's relevant agency certification or rating:_____________________________________________________
                               Evaluation Record
                             (Continuation Sheet)

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                                 TRAINEE NAME
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

                               TRAINEE POSITION

#3
Evaluator's name:
Incident/office title & agency:
Evaluator's home unit address & phone:
        Name and Location
of Incident or
Situation
(agency & area)
Incident Kind
(hazmat, tornado, flood, structural fire, wildfire, search & rescue, etc.)
       Number & Type of
Resources
Pertinent to
Trainee's Position
                 Duration
(inclusive dates
in trainee status)

The tasks initialed and dated by me have been performed under my supervision in a satisfactory manner by the above named trainee. I recommend the following for further development of this trainee.
______	The individual has successfully performed all tasks for the position and should be considered for certification.
______	The individual was not able to complete certain tasks (comments below) or additional guidance is required.
______	Not all tasks were evaluated on this assignment and an additional assignment is needed to complete the evaluation.
______	The individual is severely deficient in the performance of tasks for the position and needs further training in both required  knowledge and skills prior to additional assignment(s) as a trainee.

Recommendations: ______________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________

Date: ____________________________ Evaluator's initials: ________________________

Evaluator's relevant agency certification or rating:_____________________________________________________

#4
Evaluator's name:
Incident/office title & agency:
Evaluator's home unit address & phone:
        Name and Location
of Incident or situation
(agency & area)
Incident Kind
(hazmat, tornado, flood, structural fire, wildfire, search & rescue, etc.)
       Number & Type of
Resources
Pertinent to
Trainee's Position
                 Duration
(inclusive dates
in trainee status)

The tasks initialed and dated by me have been performed under my supervision in a satisfactory manner by the above named trainee. I recommend the following for further development of this trainee.
______	The individual has successfully performed all tasks for the position and should be considered for certification.
______	The individual was not able to complete certain tasks (comments below) or additional guidance is required.
______	Not all tasks were evaluated on this assignment and an additional assignment is needed to complete the evaluation.
______	The individual is severely deficient in the performance of tasks for the position and needs further training in both required knowledge and skills prior to additional assignment(s) as a trainee.

Recommendations: ______________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________

Date: ____________________________ Evaluator's initials: ________________________

Evaluator's relevant agency certification or rating:_____________________________________________________


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[Notices]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Railroad Administration

[Docket Number FRA-2013-0061]

Petition for Waiver of Compliance

    In accordance with Part 211 of Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations
(CFR), this document provides the public notice that by a document
dated May 29, 2013, the Commuter Rail Division of the Regional
Transportation Authority (Metra) and its operating company, the
Northeast Illinois Regional Commuter Railroad Corporation, have
petitioned the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) for a waiver of
compliance from certain provisions of the Federal railroad safety
regulations contained at 49 CFR Part 236, Rules, Standards, and
Instructions Governing the Installation, Inspection, Maintenance, and
Repair of Signal and Train Control Systems, Devices, and Appliances.
FRA assigned the petition Docket Number FRA-2013-0061.
    Metra seeks a waiver from the requirements of 49 CFR 236.566,
Locomotive of each train operating in train stop, train control or cab
signal territory; equipped. Specifically, Metra seeks FRA's approval to
operate nonequipped Metra switch engines over Metra's Rock Island
District (RID) in cab signal territory. The RID automatic cab signal
territory begins at Joliet, IL, Milepost (MP) 40.2, and ends at Blue
Island, IL, MP 14.5.
    Metra seeks this waiver for two reasons: (1) Because its switch
engines are not equipped with cab signals and (2) because of the
occasional use of mainline trackage, there is no economic justification
for the installation of such cab signals. Metra's justification for the
request is that the movement without cab signals can be made safely
when the following proposed procedure is followed:
    1. The train dispatcher or control operator is advised that the
equipment is non-cab signal-equipped switch engines prior to entering
main track.
    2. The maximum authorized speed is 30 mph for non-cab signal-
equipped switch engines.
    3. An absolute block must be established in advance of the
movement.
    4. The equipment does not operate during the hours of peak commuter
train service.
    A copy of the petition, as well as any written communications
concerning the petition, is available for review online at
www.regulations.gov and in person at the U.S. Department of
Transportation's (DOT) Docket Operations Facility, 1200 New Jersey
Avenue SE., W12-140, Washington, DC 20590. The Docket Operations
Facility is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except
Federal Holidays.
    Interested parties are invited to participate in these proceedings
by submitting written views, data, or comments. FRA does not anticipate
scheduling a public hearing in connection with these proceedings since
the facts do not appear to warrant a hearing. If any interested party
desires an opportunity for oral comment, they should notify FRA, in
writing, before the end of the comment period and specify the basis for
their request.
    All communications concerning these proceedings should identify the
appropriate docket number and may be submitted by any of the following
methods:
     Web site: http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the online
instructions for submitting comments.
     Fax:<PHONE_NUMBER>.
     Mail: Docket Operations Facility, U.S. Department of
Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., W12-140, Washington, DC
20590.
     Hand Delivery: 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Room W12-140,
Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
except Federal Holidays.
    Communications received by August 5, 2013 will be considered by FRA
before final action is taken. Comments received after that date will be
considered as far as practicable.
    Anyone is able to search the electronic form of any written
communications and comments received into any of our dockets by the
name of the individual submitting the comment (or signing the document,
if submitted on behalf of an association, business, labor union, etc.).
See http://www.regulations.gov/#!privacyNotice for the privacy notice
of regulations.gov or interested parties may review DOT's complete
Privacy Act Statement in the Federal Register published on April 11,
2000 (65 FR 19477).

    Issued in Washington, DC, on June 17, 2013.
Robert C. Lauby,
Deputy Associate Administrator for Regulatory and Legislative
Operations.
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[Federal Register Volume 85, Number 87 (Tuesday, May 5, 2020)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 26641-26643]
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

40 CFR Part 52

[EPA-R04-OAR-2017-0105; FRL-10008-27-Region 4]

Air Plan Approval; Florida: Public Notice Procedures for Minor
Operating Permits

AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

ACTION: Proposed rule.

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SUMMARY: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to
approve portions of a State Implementation Plan (SIP) revision
submitted by the State of Florida, through the Florida Department of
Environmental Protection (FDEP), on February 27, 2013, that change the
State's public notice and comment rule for air permitting by modifying
the public comment period for minor source operating permitting and
making administrative edits.

DATES: Comments must be received on or before June 4, 2020.

ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, identified by Docket ID No. EPA-R04-
OAR-2017-0105 at www.regulations.gov. Follow the online instructions
for submitting comments. Once submitted, comments cannot be edited or
removed from Regulations.gov. EPA may publish any comment received to
its public docket. Do not submit electronically any information you
consider to be Confidential Business Information (CBI) or other
information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. Multimedia
submissions (audio, video, etc.) must be accompanied by a written
comment. The written comment is considered the official comment and
should include discussion of all points you wish to make. EPA will
generally not consider comments or comment contents located outside of
the primary submission (i.e., on the web, cloud, or other file sharing
system). For additional submission methods, the full EPA public comment
policy, information about CBI or multimedia submissions, and general
guidance on making effective comments, please visit www2.epa.gov/dockets/commenting-epa-dockets.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: D. Brad Akers, Air Regulatory
Management Section, Air Planning and Implementation Branch, Air and
Radiation Division, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region 4, 61
Forsyth Street SW, Atlanta, Georgia 30303-8960. Mr. Akers can be
reached via telephone at<PHONE_NUMBER> or via electronic mail at
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

I. What action is EPA proposing?

    EPA is proposing to approve certain changes to the Florida SIP that
were provided to EPA by FDEP via a letter dated February 27, 2013.\1\
EPA has previously approved portions of the February 27, 2013
submittal,\2\ and FDEP has withdrawn other portions from EPA
consideration.\3\ In this action, EPA is proposing to approve the
remaining portions of this SIP revision. These remaining portions make
changes to Rule 62-210.350, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.),
Public Notice and Comment (hereinafter ``Rule'') by modifying the
length of the public notice period for federally enforceable state
operating permits (FESOPs) and making several minor administrative
edits to the Rule. The changes subject to this proposed action and
EPA's rationale for proposing approval are described in more detail in
Section II of this notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).
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    \1\ EPA received the submittal on March 6, 2013.
    \2\ EPA approved portions of the February 27, 2013, SIP revision
making changes to Rule 62-210.200, Definitions, 62-210.310, Air
General Permits, and portions of 62-210.350, Public Notice and
Comment, specifically portions of 62-210.350(1) and (4), on October
6, 2017 (82 FR 46682).
    \3\ FDEP withdrew portions of the February 27, 2013, SIP
revision as follows: FDEP withdrew certain changes to Rule 62-
210.200, Definitions, Rule 62-210.350, Public Notice and Comment,
and Rule 62-296.401, Incinerators, on June 28, 2017; and FDEP
withdrew the changes to 62-210.300, Permits Required, on December 5,
2019. These letters are located in the docket for this notice of
proposed rulemaking (NPRM).
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II. EPA's Analysis of the State's Submittal

    FESOPs are federally enforceable permits issued by a state under a
minor source operating permit program that EPA has approved into the
SIP as meeting criteria published by the Agency on June 28, 1989. See
54 FR 27274 (June 28, 1989) (hereinafter FESOP Guidance). Among other
things, these criteria include timely public notice of the proposal and
issuance of FESOPs. The FESOP program is a voluntary mechanism for
states to create federally enforceable restrictions on potential to
emit (PTE) to avoid major source permitting requirements, such as the
title V operating permit program, and there are no specific Clean Air
Act (CAA) or federal regulations regarding the issuance of minor source
operating permits.\4\ EPA originally approved Florida's FESOP program,
including a

30-day public comment period, on February 1, 1996. See 61 FR 3572.
EPA's rationale for approval of Florida's program was based on the
program's consistency with EPA's FESOP Guidance.
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    In its February 27, 2013, SIP revision, the State seeks to reduce
its 30-day comment period for FESOPs in Rule 62-210.350 to a 14-day
period by: (1) Adding subparagraph (4)(a)2., which states a 14-day
period for public comments is required prior to final State action to
issue a new, renewed, or revised FESOP, and (2) revising the time at
paragraph (4)(b) between publication of the notice for review and
comment and final agency action on the FESOP from 30 days to 14 days.
The State also seeks to make the following administrative edits to the
Rule: Renumbering subparagraph (4)(a)2. to (4)(a)3. and updating a
cross-reference to administrative procedures in the State at paragraph
(4)(b). All major sources remain subject to the title V operating
permit program, and action on the proposed SIP revision will not impact
the public notice requirements under the State's title V program.
    The FESOP Guidance does not establish a 30-day public notice and
comment period as a requirement for program approval. EPA instead noted
the flexibility that states have in determining the appropriate level
of public engagement by indicating that states need to ``provide EPA
and the public with timely notice of the proposal and issuance'' of
FESOPs and that EPA would consider the programs sufficient as long as
``ample opportunity is provided for comment on permits prior to their
final issuance'' See 54 FR 27274 at 27282, 27283. However, EPA did not
provide exacting requirements for how long such opportunity must be.
Based on its experience, Florida believes that 14 days is adequate time
for EPA and the public to review and comment on its FESOPs.
    Florida provided a CAA section 110(l) noninterference analysis to
support the change to the public comment period for FESOPs.\5\ Section
110(l) states that EPA cannot approve a SIP revision if the revision
would interfere with any applicable requirement concerning attainment
or reasonable further progress (RFP), or any other applicable
requirement of the CAA. FDEP notes that the change in the public
comment period does not interfere with any applicable requirement
concerning attainment or reasonable further progress or any other
applicable requirement because this change does not affect emissions
limitations or authorize any increase in emissions, and there are no
specific requirements in the CAA or its implementing regulations
regarding the duration of the public notice period for FESOPs.
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    \5\ The 110(l) demonstration was part of a June 28, 2017,
letter, which is included in the docket for this NPRM.
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    In a May 10, 2019 email to EPA, FDEP stated that the Department may
provide an extension of the public comment period provided in Rule 62-
210.350 if requested for good cause during the public comment
period.\6\ Specifically, FDEP noted that the Florida rules provide for
revised, increased time for public comments to be submitted in certain
circumstances at 62-110.106, F.A.C., Decisions Determining Substantial
Interests, which is cross-referenced in 62-210.350, at paragraph (4),
Enlargement of Time. FDEP included a copy of 62-110.106 in the February
27, 2013, submittal for reference.\7\ Rule 62-110.106 is generally
applicable to various programs, including non-air programs, and is not
part of the SIP. This rule and FDEP's email indicate that the State may
go beyond the 14-day comment period when a third-party commenter
requests an extension for good cause. Therefore, even with the proposed
SIP revision, the State may provide for a longer comment period on
FESOPs.
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    \6\ FDEP's May 10, 2019, email is included in the docket for
this NPRM.
    \7\ Florida did not ask EPA to incorporate this rule into the
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    EPA is proposing to approve the change to the public comment period
for minor source FESOPs in the SIP-approved version of Rule 62-210.350
because the change is not inconsistent with the FESOP Guidance or the
CAA, and because the change will not interfere with any applicable
requirement concerning attainment and reasonable further progress or
any other requirements in the Act. EPA is also proposing to approve the
aforementioned edits to paragraph 4(b) and subparagraph (4)(a)2. These
edits meet the requirements of 110(l) because they are administrative
in nature and therefore have no impact on air quality.

III. Incorporation by Reference

    In this document, EPA is proposing to include in a final EPA rule
regulatory text that includes incorporation by reference. In accordance
with requirements of 1 CFR 51.5, EPA is proposing to incorporate by
reference Rule 62-210.350, F.A.C., entitled ``Public Notice and
Comment,'' state effective October 12, 2008, consisting of changes to
the public comment period regarding FESOPs as well as administrative
edits.\8\ EPA has made, and will continue to make, these materials
generally available through www.regulations.gov and at the EPA Region 4
office (please contact the person identified in the FOR FURTHER
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    \8\ Except for 62-210.350(1)(c) which was withdrawn from EPA
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IV. Proposed Action

    For the reasons discussed above, EPA is proposing to approve the
portions of Florida's February 27, 2013, SIP revision that consist of
changes to the public comment period regarding FESOPs and
administrative edits not previously incorporated into the SIP by EPA at
Rule 62-210.350.

V. Statutory and Executive Order Reviews

    Under the CAA, the Administrator is required to approve a SIP
submission that complies with the provisions of the Act and applicable
Federal regulations. See 42 U.S.C. 7410(k); 40 CFR 52.02(a). Thus, in
reviewing SIP submissions, EPA's role is to approve state choices,
provided that they meet the criteria of the CAA. This action merely
proposes to approve state law as meeting Federal requirements and does
not impose additional requirements beyond those imposed by state law.
For that reason, this proposed action:
     Is not a significant regulatory action subject to review
by the Office of Management and Budget under Executive Orders 12866 (58
FR 51735, October 4, 1993) and 13563 (76 FR 3821, January 21, 2011);
     Is not an Executive Order 13771 (82 FR 9339, February 2,
2017) regulatory action because SIP approvals are exempted under
Executive Order 12866;
     Does not impose an information collection burden under the
provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.);
     Is certified as not having a significant economic impact
on a substantial number of small entities under the Regulatory
Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601 et seq.);
     Does not contain any unfunded mandate or significantly or
uniquely affect small governments, as described in the Unfunded
Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-4);
     Does not have Federalism implications as specified in
Executive Order 13132 (64 FR 43255, August 10, 1999);
     Is not an economically significant regulatory action based
on health or

safety risks subject to Executive Order 13045 (62 FR 19885, April 23,
1997);
     Is not a significant regulatory action subject to
Executive Order 13211 (66 FR 28355, May 22, 2001);
     Is not subject to requirements of Section 12(d) of the
National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act of 1995 (15 U.S.C. 272
note) because application of those requirements would be inconsistent
with the CAA; and
     Does not provide EPA with the discretionary authority to
address, as appropriate, disproportionate human health or environmental
effects, using practicable and legally permissible methods, under
Executive Order 12898 (59 FR 7629, February 16, 1994).
    The SIP is not approved to apply on any Indian reservation land or
in any other area where EPA or an Indian tribe has demonstrated that a
tribe has jurisdiction. In those areas of Indian country, the Rule does
not have tribal implications as specified by Executive Order 13175 (65
FR 67249, November 9, 2000), nor will it impose substantial direct
costs on tribal governments or preempt tribal law.

List of Subjects in 40 CFR Part 52

    Environmental protection, Air pollution control, Incorporation by
reference, Intergovernmental relations, Reporting and recordkeeping
requirements.

    Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq.

Mary Walker,
Regional Administrator, Region 4.
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[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 165 (Thursday, August 25, 2016)]
[Notices]
[Pages 58549-58550]
[FR Doc No: 2016-20010]

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

Agency Information Collection Activities: Requests for Comments;
Clearance of Renewed Approval of Information Collection: Anti-Drug
Program for Personnel Engaged in Specific Aviation Activities

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Notice and request for comments.

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SUMMARY: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, FAA
invites public comments about our intention to request the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) approval to renew a previously approved
information collection. Information is collected to determine program
compliance or non-compliance of regulated aviation employers, oversight
planning, to determine who must provide annual Management Information
System testing information, and to communicate with entities subject to
the program regulations.

DATES: Written comments should be submitted by October 24, 2016.

ADDRESSES: Send comments to the FAA at the following address: Ronda
Thompson, Room 441, Federal Aviation Administration, ASP-110, 950
L'Enfant Plaza SW., Washington, DC 20024.
    Public Comments Invited: You are asked to comment on any aspect of
this information collection, including (a) Whether the proposed
collection of information is necessary for FAA's performance; (b) the
accuracy of the estimated burden; (c) ways for FAA to enhance the
quality, utility and clarity of the information collection; and (d)
ways that the burden could be minimized without reducing the quality of
the collected information. The agency will summarize and/or include
your comments in the request for OMB's clearance of this information
collection.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ronda Thompson by email at:
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
    OMB Control Number: 2120-0535.
    Title: Anti-Drug Program for Personnel Engaged in Specified
Aviation Activities.
    Form Numbers: There are no FAA forms associated with this
collection.
    Type of Review: Renewal of an information collection.
    Background: The FAA mandates specified aviation entities to conduct
drug and alcohol testing under its regulations, Drug and Alcohol
Testing

Program (14 CFR part 120), 49 U.S.C. 31306 (Alcohol and controlled
substances testing), and the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing
Act of 1991 (the Act). The FAA uses information collected for
determining program compliance or non-compliance of regulated aviation
employers, oversight planning, determining who must provide annual MIS
testing information, and communicating with entities subject to the
program regulations.
    Respondents: Approximately 7,000 affected entities annually.
    Frequency: Information is collected on occasion.
    Estimated Average Burden per Response: 5 minutes.
    Estimated Total Annual Burden: 22,902 hours.

    Issued in Washington, DC, on August 17, 2016.
Ronda Thompson,
FAA Information Collection Clearance Officer, Performance, Policy, and
Records Management Branch, ASP-110.
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	UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

	REGION IX AIR DIVISION

Technical Support Document

for

EPA(s Direct Final Rulemaking

for the

Nevada State Implementation Plan

Prepared by:  Julie Rose

March 5, 2007

BACKGROUND - Outside of Clark and Washoe counties, the Nevada Division
of Environmental Protection (NDEP) has primary responsibility to
regulate air pollution from stationary and area sources in the State of
Nevada.  Areas within NDEP(s jurisdiction generally attain the national
ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) promulgated under section 109 of
the Clean Air Act (CAA).  As a result, NDEP is generally required to
submit to EPA an applicable State Implementation Plan (SIP) pursuant to
CAA (110.

NDEP submitted a large revision to the applicable SIP on February 16,
2005, and re-submitted an amended version on January 12, 2006.  NDEP
submitted the latest amendments to their SIP on December 8, 2006, which
is a supplement to the January 12, 2006 submittal.  Most of the
provisions submitted on December 8, 2006 concern permitting rules which
are the subject of a separate Federal Register proposed rule.  The
remaining provisions are the subject of this Technical Support Document
and concern clarifications made to harmonize State and
federally-enforceable requirements.  These revisions respond to comments
EPA provided in the Technical Support Document dated August 16, 2006.

EPA EVALUATION CRITERIA – EPA has reviewed the rules submitted by NDEP
on December 8, 2006 for compliance with the CAA requirements for SIPs
set forth in CAA §110(a)(2) and  for compliance with CAA requirements
for SIP revisions in CAA §110(l) and §193. Relevant EPA guidance
documents include “Review of State Implementation Plans and Revisions
for Enforceability and Legal Sufficiency,” memorandum dated September
23, 1987, from J. Craig Potter, Assistant Administrator for Air and
Radiation, et al.

EPA EVALUATION - Our evaluation of the submitted Nevada Administrative
Code provisions concerning definitions, emergency episodes, and
monitoring is provided below.  Numbers starting each paragraph reference
the NAC section submitted for inclusion in the SIP.  Numbers in
parenthesis reference the sections in the previously approved applicable
SIP that are being proposed for replacement.

We believe these revisions clarify and improve the applicable SIP and
should be fully approved.

NAC Provisions

Definitions

NAC 445B.134 Person (formerly NAC 445B.134) – This definition now
refers to the Nevada Revised Statute (NRS) definition of person, NRS
0.039.  It has also been revised to include certain terms:  “State of
Nevada, political subdivision, administrative agencies, and public or
quasi-public corporations” which help to clarify the intent of the
definition.

General Provisions Related to Emission Reductions

NAC 445B.230 Plan for reduction of emissions (formerly NAC 445B.230) -
This rule is intended to comply with air pollution emergency episode
plan requirements described in CAA (110(a)(2)(G), (303 and 40 CFR Part
51 Subpart H and Appendix L.  It has been revised by replacing the term
“air quality plan for the State of  Nevada” with “applicable state
implementation plan.”  The change in terms clarifies the intent of the
rule.  The reference to the “Standard Industrial Classification
Manual” has been changed by eliminating the year of publication and
replacing it with the phrase “adoption by reference in NAC 445B.221.
The NAC 445B.221 rule contains all of the federal laws and regulations
that are adopted by reference in the NAC.  Paragraph 8 of  NAC 445B.221
adopts the entire manual by reference.

General Provisions Related to Monitoring

NAC 445B.258 Monitoring systems: Verification of operational status
(formerly NAC 445B.258) - This rule requires that all continuous
monitoring systems and monitoring devices be installed and operational
prior to conducting performance tests and specifies the methods of
verification. The rule has been revised by replacing the term “prior
to” with “before” and by removing the section symbol and replacing
it with “Part” when referencing Part 60.  These administrative
changes clarify the intent of the rule and correctly reference federal
regulations.

NAC 445B.259 Monitoring systems: Performance evaluations (formerly NAC
445B.259) - This rule requires facilities to conduct continuous
evaluations of the performance of their monitoring systems in accordance
with the requirements in Appendix B of 40 CFR Part 60.  The
typographical errors that were previously noted have been corrected.  In
paragraph (b) of subsection (2), the term “nitrogen oxide” has been
changed to “nitrogen oxides,” and in paragraph (d) of subsection
(2), the words “content of” have been changed to “and.”
Paragraph (d) of subsection (2) now reads:    “The oxygen and carbon
dioxide content ….”   This change clarifies the intent of the rule.

NAC 445B.260 Monitoring systems: Components contracted for before
September 11, 1974 (formerly NAC 445B.260) - This rule lists the
requirements for sources that entered into contracts for continuous
monitoring systems prior to September 11, 1974.  The revisions include
clarifications that were recommended by EPA in the Technical Support
Document dated July 17, 2006 and consist of adding the phrase “of the
emission standard” in paragraphs (a) and (b) after the phrase “20
percent.”  This phrase adds a reference point for the 20 percent.  In
addition, the symbol sign has been removed and replaced with the term
“Part” when referencing Part 60.

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Methyl Bromide Critical Use Exemption Enterprise Budget Work Sheets Alternatives Tomatoes  Palm Beach  Double Crop Yield Cartons Per Acre  Tomato Cartons Per Acre  Cucurbits IFAS Average 1,316 564 Farm Information Cost Information IFAS Farm Information Acre Carton Acre Carton Pre Harvest Production Costs:

Fertilizer 551.30 Fumigant 847.00 Crop Protection Materials 928.78 Transplants/ Seeds 406.30 Stakes 105.00 Plastic String 110.00 Plastic Mulch/ Irrigation Tubing 632.43 Frost Protection Machinery: Irrigation 551.72 Non irrigation 417.16 Plastic Mulch/ Drip Tape Disposal 222.41 Scounting 39.00 Labor Costs: Tractor Drivers 191.01 Direct Labor 538.06 Miscellaneous 200.00 Interest 316.20 Fixed Costs: Land Cost 400.00 Supervision 946.17 Overhead 1,465.01 Total Pre Harvest Production Costs: 8,867.55 $ 4.72 $  $ # DIV/ 0!

Harvesting 2,236.08 $ 1.19 $ # DIV/ 0!

Packing, Selling & Related Overhead 5,350.48 $ 2.85 $ # DIV/ 0!

TOTAL COST: 16,454.11 $ 8.75 $  $ # DIV/ 0! Farming Costs:

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