                    POSITION TASK BOOK FOR THE POSITION OF

ALL-HAZARDS
FINANCE/ADMINISTRATION
SECTION CHIEF

                              Version: April 2011

                        Position Task Book Assigned To:

Individual's Name:
Duty Station:
Phone Number:

                       Position Task Book Initiated By:

Official's Name:
Title:
Duty Station:
Phone Number:

Location Position Task Book was Initiated: ____________________

Date Position Task Book was Initiated: _____________________

                                   EVALUATOR

DO NOT COMPLETE THIS UNLESS YOU ARE RECOMMENDING THE TRAINEE FOR CERTIFICATION

VERIFICATION/CERTIFICATION OF COMPLETED POSITION TASK BOOK FOR THE POSITION OF:

                       FINAL EVALUATOR'S VERIFICATION

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.

FINAL EVALUATOR'S SIGNATURE: ____________________________________

DATE: ____________________

Evaluator's Printed Name:
Title:
Duty Station:
Phone Number:

                 AGENCY HEAD RECOMMENDATION FOR CERTIFICATION

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

OFFICIAL'S SIGNATURE: _____________________________________

DATE: ______________________________

Official's Name:
Title:
Duty Station:
Phone Number:

                  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 trainee's Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), 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 provide 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 (any task with an approval older than three years should be reevaluated and brought 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 that 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 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 Finance/Administration 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 essential items needed for the assignment and items needed for functioning. Kit is easily transportable. The basic information and materials needed may include, but are not limited to, any of the following:

Reference Material
      * References appropriate for the incident kind and agencies involved
      * Emergency Response Field Operations Guide (ER FOG)
      * Agency/organization specific policies and procedures
      * Acceptable Union Agreements
      * IMT contact information

Forms
      * ICS 213, General Message
      * ICS 214, Activity Log
      * Minimum supply of forms appropriate to the Finance/Administration section
      * Agency/organization specific forms

Supplies
      * Office supplies appropriate to the Finance/Administration section
                                       O

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

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

   4. Demonstrate the knowledge and abilities of a Time Unit Leader according to the most current version of the ER FOG.
      * Ensure proper equipment and personnel time recording.
      * Manage commissary operations (if needed).
                                       I

   5. Demonstrate the knowledge and abilities of a Procurement Unit Leader according to the most current version of the ER FOG.
      * Administer all financial matters pertaining to vendor contracts, leases, and fiscal agreements.
                                       I

   6. Demonstrate the knowledge and abilities of a Compensation and Claims Unit Leader according to the most current version of the ER FOG.
      * Manage administrative matters pertaining to compensation for injury and other claims-related activities (other than injury) for an incident.
                                       I

   7. Demonstrate the knowledge and abilities of a Cost Unit Leader according to the most current version of the ER FOG.
      * Collect all cost data.
      * Perform cost effectiveness analyses.
      * Provide cost estimates and cost saving recommendations for the incident.
                                       I

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

                                     TASK

                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   8. Identify units within the section to be activated and order resources required for section operation.
                                       I

   9. Identify work space requirements and determine locations.

                                       I

Behavior: Gather, update, and apply situational information relevant to the assignment.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   10. 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 (telephone/radio)
                                       I

   11. Gather information necessary to assess incident assignment and determine immediate needs and actions.
      * Incident Commander's (IC) name and agency/organization contact information
      * Type of incident
      * Current resource commitments
      * Current situation
      * Expected duration of assignment
      * Topography
      * Weather

                                       I

   12. Attend Agency Administrator or outgoing IC briefing. Obtain available incident information and incident agency/organization guidelines and policies:
      * Obtain a copy of Delegation of Authority as necessary.
      * Obtain names, contact numbers, and positions/functions of cooperating/assisting agencies.

                                       I

   13. Obtain briefing from IC (may be one-on-one or in an Incident Management Team (IMT) meeting).
      * Receive IC's priorities, goals, and objectives for the IMT and management of the incident.
      * Obtain initial instructions concerning Finance/Administration Section priorities.
      * Receive expected timeframes for briefings, planning meetings, and team meetings.

                                       I

   14. Collect information from outgoing Finance/Administration Section Chief, outgoing IC, or other personnel responsible for incident prior to your arrival.
      * Obtain status of incident and assigned resources.
      * Obtain status of existing Finance/Administration Section.
      * Order necessary personnel and equipment.

                                       I

Behavior: Establish effective relationships with relevant personnel.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   15. Establish and maintain positive interpersonal and interagency working relationships.
       * Local agencies
       * Hosting agency/organization
       * Public
       * Division/Group Supervisors
       * Command and General Staff

                                       I

   16. Create a work environment that provides mutual respect and equal opportunity for all personnel assigned to the incident.

                                       I

Behavior: Establish organization structure, reporting procedures and chain of command of assigned resources.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   17. Plan and activate the section.
      * Identify units within the section to be activated and order resources required for section operation.
      * Identify work space requirements and determine locations.
      * Brief unit leaders including summary of incident, current activity and anticipated section activity for individual unit planning.
      * Provide initial operating instructions to section personnel, including health and safety and security concerns and expectations.
                                       I

Behavior: Understand and comply with ICS concepts and principles.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   18. Maintain appropriate span of control.
                                       I

   19. Demonstrate knowledge of ICS structure, principles, positions, and ICS forms.
                                       O

   20. Understand scope, roles, responsibilities, jurisdiction, and authority of responder agencies.
                                       I

   21. Assure execution of appropriate administrative requirements (to include documentation, ICS forms, personnel and equipment time records, performance ratings).
                                       I

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
   22. 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 for the future.
                                       I

   23. 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.
                                       I

   24. Exhibit principles of integrity.
      * Know yourself and seek improvement.
      * Seek responsibility and accept responsibility for your actions.
      * Set the example.
                                       I

Behavior: Ensure the safety, welfare, and accountability of assigned personnel.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   25. Recognize potentially hazardous situations in your working area.
                                       I

   26. Inform subordinates of hazards.
                                       I

   27. Control positions and function of resources (among finance section).
                                       O

   28. Ensure adequate rest is provided to all unit personnel.
                                       I

Behavior: Establish work assignments and performance expectations, monitor performance, and provide feedback.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   29. Provide initial operating instructions to section personnel.
                                       O

   30. Establish, monitor, and adjust performance expectations of subordinates.
                                       I

   31. Communicate deficiencies immediately and take corrective action.
                                       I

   32. Reinforce acceptable performance.
                                       I

   33. Identify training needs and provide opportunities for training.
                                       I

   34. Ensure performance ratings are completed as required by the incident or agency/organization policy.
                                       I

   35. Periodically evaluate section personnel status and needs to determine if personnel assignments are appropriate.
                                       I

Behavior: Emphasize teamwork.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   36. Ensure interaction occurs among Finance/Administration units.
                                       I

Behavior: Coordinate interdependent activities.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   37. Interact and coordinate with all command and general staff. Receive and provide current information.
      * Claims and potential claims
      * Injury information
      * Work/rest guidelines
      * Pay issues
      * Financial responsibilities
      * Procurement
                                       O

   38. Coordinate with subordinates and provide Planning Section Chief a list of excess personnel and other resources.
                                       O

Competency: Communicate effectively

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

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

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   39. Brief unit leaders on current and anticipated activity.
                                       O

   40. Provide daily or operational briefing information to section personnel.
                                       O

   41. Participate in the operational briefing, emphasizing the needs of the Finance/Administration Section.
                                       O

   42. Update IC on current accomplishments and/or problems.
                                       O

   43. Brief staff on demobilization responsibilities.
                                       I

   44. Participate in IMT debriefing with the Agency Administrator.
                                       I

   45. Participate in the closeout session with agency/organization administrative staff.
                                       I

   46. Brief replacement if necessary.
                                       I

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

Behavior: Ensure documentation is complete and disposition is appropriate.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   48. Ensure reports and forms are complete, accurate and timely. Check periodically.
                                       I

   49. Complete ICS 214 Activity Log.

                                       I

   50. Ensure all financial documents are completed and submitted in a timely manner.
      * Pay documents
      * Injury reports
      * Procurement documents
      * Property damage reports
      * Claim documents
                                       I

   51. Ensure preparation of timely financial and administrative reports to enable IC to respond appropriately.
                                       I

   52. Consolidate incident finance package.
                                       I

   53. Transfer incident finance package to responsible agency/organization or person and/or the documentation unit.
                                       I

Behavior: Gather, produce, and distribute information as required by established guidelines and ensure understanding by recipient.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   54. Evaluate and share pertinent information for the section with IMT members which may affect incident management.
      * Potential and existing problems, especially in areas of injury compensation, pay, claims and procurement
                                       I

   55. Provide financial summary information on current incident operations.
                                       I

   56. Review contracts, memoranda of understanding, and cooperative agreements to ascertain their impact and application.
                                       I

Behavior: Communicate and ensure understanding of work expectations within the chain of command and across functional areas.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   57. Evaluate and share with incident management team members all information for your section and what is anticipated for incident operations based on expected duration, size, type of incident, priorities, and values to be protected (life, property, infrastructure, environment, etc.) and jurisdictional involvement.
                                       I

Behavior: Develop and implement plans and gain concurrence of affected agencies and/or the public.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   58. Develop and implement a section operating plan.  Consider the following:
      * Size and complexity of incident
      * Incident agency/organization policies and procedures
      * Section timeframes and schedules
      * Job performance expectations
      * Incident finance package requirements
                                       O

   59. Participate in preparation and review of Incident Action Plan (IAP).
      * Advise on cost effective resource allocation.
                                       I

   60. Assist in development and approval of Incident Demobilization Plan.
      * Provide input to Demobilization Plan.
      * Lead times
      * Payment team needs
      * Identify high-cost resources.
      * Equipment release considerations
      * Coordinate with local agency/organization concerning functional demobilization procedures.
                                       I

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: Gather, analyze, and validate information pertinent to the incident or event and make recommendations for setting priorities.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   61. Monitor section activities against IAP and adjust priorities accordingly.
                                       I

   62. Personally review finance data to ensure spending within limits and contractual obligations are being met.
                                       I

Behavior: Plan for demobilization and ensure demobilization procedures are followed.

                                     TASK
                                     CODE
                              EVALUATION RECORD #
                                   EVALUATOR
   63. Consider demobilization needs throughout the incident.
      * Reassign personnel within section as appropriate.
                                       I

   64. Assist Planning Section Chief with the development of demobilization plan.
      * Ensure all documents address financial document requirements.
      * Ensure adequate staffing in demobilization plan.
                                       I

   65. Implement Demobilization Plan.
      * Brief staff on demobilization responsibilities.
      * Consolidate incident finance package.
      * Ensure incident and agency/organization demobilization procedures are followed.
                                       I

   66. Transfer incident finance package to responsible agency/organization or person and/or documentation unit.
                                       I

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
   67. Assist in development, approval, and implementation of transfer of command when incident escalates/de-escalates.
                                       I

   68. Monitor and document progress toward incident objectives and prepare for transition.
                                       I

   69. Determine with replacement time of transfer.
                                       I

   70. If necessary, coordinate with agencies about transfer of command back to local jurisdiction.
                                       I

               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 attack 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
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                               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:_____________________________________________________


[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 180 (Tuesday, September 19, 2017)]
[Notices]
[Pages 43761-43764]
[FR Doc No: 2017-19890]

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Food and Drug Administration

[Docket No. FDA-2014-N-0192]

Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection;
Comment Request; Establishing and Maintaining Lists of United States
Manufacturers/Processors With Interest in Exporting Center for Food
Safety and Applied Nutrition-Regulated Products to China

AGENCY: Food and Drug Administration, HHS.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or Agency) is announcing
an opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of certain
information by the Agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995
(PRA), Federal Agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal
Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including
each proposed extension of an existing collection of information, and
to allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice. This
notice solicits comments on the information collection provisions found
in the

guidance entitled ``Establishing and Maintaining a List of U.S. Milk
and Milk Product, Seafood, Infant Formula, and Formula for Young
Children Manufacturers/Processors with Interest in Exporting to China:
Guidance for Industry.''

DATES: Submit either electronic or written comments on the collection
of information by November 20, 2017.

ADDRESSES: You may submit comments as follows. Please note that late,
untimely filed comments will not be considered. Electronic comments
must be submitted on or before November 20, 2017. The https://www.regulations.gov electronic filing system will accept comments until
midnight Eastern Time at the end of November 20, 2017. Comments
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     Federal eRulemaking Portal: https://www.regulations.gov.
Follow the instructions for submitting comments. Comments submitted
electronically, including attachments, to https://www.regulations.gov
will be posted to the docket unchanged. Because your comment will be
made public, you are solely responsible for ensuring that your comment
does not include any confidential information that you or a third party
may not wish to be posted, such as medical information, your or anyone
else's Social Security number, or confidential business information,
such as a manufacturing process. Please note that if you include your
name, contact information, or other information that identifies you in
the body of your comments, that information will be posted on https://www.regulations.gov.
     If you want to submit a comment with confidential
information that you do not wish to be made available to the public,
submit the comment as a written/paper submission and in the manner
detailed (see ``Written/Paper Submissions'' and ``Instructions'').

Written/Paper Submissions

    Submit written/paper submissions as follows:
     Mail/Hand delivery/Courier (for written/paper
submissions): Dockets Management Staff (HFA-305), Food and Drug
Administration, 5630 Fishers Lane, Rm. 1061, Rockville, MD 20852.
     For written/paper comments submitted to the Dockets
Management Staff, FDA will post your comment, as well as any
attachments, except for information submitted, marked and identified,
as confidential, if submitted as detailed in ``Instructions.''
    Instructions: All submissions received must include the Docket No.
FDA-2014-N-0192 for ``Agency Information Collection Activities;
Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Establishing and Maintaining
Lists of U.S. Manufacturers/Processors with Interest in Exporting
CFSAN-Regulated Products to China.'' Received comments, those filed in
a timely manner (see ADDRESSES), will be placed in the docket and,
except for those submitted as ``Confidential Submissions,'' publicly
viewable at https://www.regulations.gov or at the Dockets Management
Staff Office between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
     Confidential Submissions--To submit a comment with
confidential information that you do not wish to be made publicly
available, submit your comments only as a written/paper submission. You
should submit two copies total. One copy will include the information
you claim to be confidential with a heading or cover note that states
``THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION.'' The Agency will
review this copy, including the claimed confidential information, in
its consideration of comments. The second copy, which will have the
claimed confidential information redacted/blacked out, will be
available for public viewing and posted on https://www.regulations.gov.
Submit both copies to the Dockets Management Staff. If you do not wish
your name and contact information to be made publicly available, you
can provide this information on the cover sheet and not in the body of
your comments and you must identify this information as
``confidential.'' Any information marked as ``confidential'' will not
be disclosed except in accordance with 21 CFR 10.20 and other
applicable disclosure law. For more information about FDA's posting of
comments to public dockets, see 80 FR 56469, September 18, 2015, or
access the information at: https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2015-09-18/pdf/2015-23389.pdf.
    Docket: For access to the docket to read background documents or
the electronic and written/paper comments received, go to https://www.regulations.gov and insert the docket number, found in brackets in
the heading of this document, into the ``Search'' box and follow the
prompts and/or go to the Dockets Management Staff, 5630 Fishers Lane,
Rm. 1061, Rockville, MD 20852.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Domini Bean, Office of Operations,
Food and Drug Administration, Three White Flint North, 10A12M, 11601
Landsdown St., North Bethesda, MD 20852,<PHONE_NUMBER>,
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under the PRA (44 U.S.C. 3501-3520), Federal
Agencies must obtain approval from the Office of Management and Budget
(OMB) for each collection of information they conduct or sponsor.
``Collection of information'' is defined in 44 U.S.C. 3502(3) and 5 CFR
1320.3(c) and includes Agency requests or requirements that members of
the public submit reports, keep records, or provide information to a
third party. Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA (44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A))
requires Federal Agencies to provide a 60-day notice in the Federal
Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including
each proposed extension of an existing collection of information,
before submitting the collection to OMB for approval. To comply with
this requirement, FDA is publishing notice of the proposed collection
of information set forth in this document.
    With respect to the following collection of information, FDA
invites comments on these topics: (1) Whether the proposed collection
of information is necessary for the proper performance of FDA's
functions, including whether the information will have practical
utility; (2) the accuracy of FDA's estimate of the burden of the
proposed collection of information, including the validity of the
methodology and assumptions used; (3) ways to enhance the quality,
utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (4) ways
to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents,
including through the use of automated collection techniques, when
appropriate, and other forms of information technology.

Establishing and Maintaining Lists of U.S. Manufacturers/Processors
With Interest in Exporting CFSAN-Regulated Products to China--21 U.S.C.
371

OMB Control Number 0910-0839--Extension

    The United States exports a large volume and variety of foods in
international trade. For certain food products, foreign governments may
require assurances from the responsible authority of the country of
origin of an imported food product that the manufacturer/processor of
the food

product is in compliance with applicable country of origin regulatory
requirements. Some foreign governments establish additional
requirements with which exporters are required to comply.
    In August 2011, China's State General Administration of the
People's Republic of China for Quality Supervision, Inspection, and
Quarantine (AQSIQ) published the ``Administrative Measures for
Registration of Overseas Manufacturers,'' known as AQSIQ Decree 145
(https://gain.fas.usda.gov/Recent%20GAIN%20Publications/Registration%20of%20Overseas%20Food%20Manufacturing%20Facilities%20_Beijing_China%20-%20Peoples%20Republic%20of_6-27-2012.pdf), which became
effective May 1, 2012. AQSIQ Decree 145, among other requirements,
mandates that foreign competent authorities provide the Certification
and Accreditation Administration of China (CNCA) with a name list of
overseas manufacturers of imported food applying for registration with
CNCA for each commodity that CNCA has deemed to require registration.
As of June 2017, milk and milk products, seafood, infant formula, and
formula for young children are among the commodities for which CNCA
requires registration of overseas manufacturers under AQSIQ Decree 145.
CNCA has recognized FDA/Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition
(CFSAN) as the competent food safety authority in the United States to
establish and maintain lists of U.S. establishments that intend to
export U.S. milk and milk products, seafood, infant formula, and/or
formula for young children to China, including the corresponding
products manufactured by each establishment and intended for export to
China. In order to implement AQSIQ Decree 145, FDA and CNCA entered
into a Memorandum of Understanding (China MOU) on June 15, 2017, which
sets out the two agencies' intent to facilitate the conditions under
which U.S. manufacturers/processors can export to China milk and milk
products, seafood, infant formula, and/or formula for young children.
    Under the China MOU, FDA intends to establish and maintain lists
that identify U.S. manufacturers/processors that have expressed
interest to FDA in exporting milk and milk products, seafood, infant
formula, and/or formula for young children to China; are subject to our
jurisdiction; and have been found by FDA to be in good regulatory
standing with FDA, including a finding by FDA that, during the most
recent facility inspection, the manufacturers/processors have been
found to be in substantial compliance with all applicable FDA
regulations, including, but not limited to, current good manufacturing
practice requirements for the identified products for export to China.
Further, the China MOU provides for FDA to receive evidence that the
manufacturer/processor has been certified by a third-party
certification body--as acknowledged by CNCA--to meet the relevant
standards, laws, and regulations of China for the identified food
products for export to China. On June 28, 2017, FDA issued a guidance
document entitled, ``Establishing and Maintaining a List of U.S. Milk
and Milk Product, Seafood, Infant Formula, and Formula for Young
Children Manufacturers/Processors with Interest in Exporting to China:
Guidance for Industry'' which can be found at https://www.fda.gov/Food/GuidanceRegulation/GuidanceDocumentsRegulatoryInformation/ucm378777.htm. The guidance informs industry of information that FDA
and CNCA will collect to manage the listing of these manufacturers/
processors and foods for export to China pursuant to AQSIQ Decree 145
and the China MOU.
    In accordance with 5 CFR 1320.13, FDA requested emergency review
and approval of the collections of information found in the guidance
document. The routine course of approval would have delayed our ability
to collect the information from firms and, thus, would have been
disruptive in our efforts to facilitate exports of food in compliance
with requirements established by China in AQSIQ Decree 145. OMB granted
the approval under emergency clearance procedures on June 27, 2017.
    FDA uses the information submitted by manufacturers/processors to
consider them for inclusion on FDA's lists of eligible manufacturers/
processors that may ship food products to China, which we maintain.
Updates to the FDA lists are sent to CNCA, which publishes quarterly
its version of the information in the FDA lists on China's Web site
(http://english.cnca.gov.cn/). The purpose of the lists is to assist
China in its determination of which U.S. milk and milk product,
seafood, infant formula, or formula for young children manufacturers/
processors are eligible to import these products into China under
applicable Chinese law. Currently FDA maintains lists for milk and milk
product, seafood, infant formula, and formula for young children but
FDA wants to be prepared if CNCA requires listing of manufacturers/
processors of other CFSAN-regulated products in the future. As such,
the information collection request is not limited to milk and milk
product, seafood, infant formula, and formula for young children but
also may include other CFSAN-regulated products.
    FDA estimates the burden of this collection of information as
follows:

                                 Table 1--Estimated Annual Reporting Burden \1\
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                                                     Number of
            Activity                 Number of     responses per   Total annual   Average burden    Total hours
                                    respondents     respondent       responses     per response
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New written requests to be                   370               1             370               1             370
 placed on the lists............
Third-party certification.......             370               1             370              21           7,770
Biennial update.................             555               1             555               1             555
Third-party certification                    555               1             555              21          11,655
 biennial update................
Occasional updates..............             100               1             100             0.5              50
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    Total.......................  ..............  ..............  ..............  ..............          20,400
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\1\ There are no capital costs or operating and maintenance costs associated with this collection of
  information.

    The burden for this information collection has not changed since
the last OMB approval. Based on our experience maintaining other export
lists, we estimate that, annually, an average of 370 new manufacturers/
processors will submit written requests to be placed on the China
lists. The estimate of the number of hours that it will take a

manufacturer/processor to gather the information needed to be placed on
a list or update its information is based on FDA's experience with
manufacturers/processors submitting similar requests. FDA believes that
the information to be submitted will be readily available to
manufacturers/processors. We estimate that a firm will require 1 hour
to read the guidance, gather the information needed, and prepare a
communication to FDA that contains the information needed to request
that the manufacturer/processor be placed on a list.
    To be placed on a list, manufacturers/processors should provide FDA
with evidence that they have obtained third-party certification from a
CNCA-acknowledged certifier that the manufacturer/processor complies
with the standards, laws, and regulations of China according to
relevant requirements specified in AQSIQ Decree 145. Based on our
experience with other certification programs, FDA estimates that it
will take each new manufacturer/processor about 21 hours to complete
the third-party certification process for a total of 7,770 burden hours
(370 manufacturers/processors x 21 hours).
    Under the guidance, every 2 years each manufacturer/processor on
the lists must provide updated information in order to remain on the
lists. FDA estimates that each year approximately half of the
manufacturers/processors on the lists, or 555 manufacturers/processors
(1,110 manufacturers/processors x 0.5 = 555), will resubmit the
information to remain on the lists. We estimate that a manufacturer/
processor already on the lists will require 1 hour to biennially update
and resubmit the information to FDA, including time reviewing the
information and corresponding with FDA, for a total of 555 hours.
    During the biennial update, manufacturers/processors also need to
be recertified by a third-party certifier to remain on the lists. FDA
estimates that each year approximately half of the manufacturers/
processors on the lists, 555 manufacturers/processors (1,110
manufacturers/processors x 0.5 = 555), will get recertified. We
estimate that it will take each manufacturer/processor about 21 hours
to complete the certification process for a total of 11,655 burden
hours (555 manufacturers/processors x 21 hours).
    FDA expects that, each year, approximately 100 manufacturers/
processors will need to submit an occasional update and each
manufacturer/processor will require 0.5 hours to prepare a
communication to FDA reporting the change, for a total of 50 hours.

    Dated: September 13, 2017.
Anna K. Abram,
Deputy Commissioner for Policy, Planning, Legislation, and Analysis.
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

[Docket No. ER20-1996-000]

Assembly Solar I, LLC; Supplemental Notice That Initial Market-
Based Rate Filing Includes Request for Blanket Section 204
Authorization

    This is a supplemental notice in the above-referenced Assembly
Solar I, LLC's application for market-based rate authority, with an
accompanying rate tariff, noting that such application includes a
request for blanket authorization, under 18 CFR part 34, of future
issuances of securities and assumptions of liability.
    Any person desiring to intervene or to protest should file with the
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street NE, Washington,
DC 20426, in accordance with Rules 211 and 214 of the Commission's
Rules of Practice and Procedure (18 CFR 385.211 and 385.214). Anyone
filing a motion to intervene or protest must serve a copy of that
document on the Applicant.
    Notice is hereby given that the deadline for filing protests with
regard to the applicant's request for blanket authorization, under 18
CFR part 34, of future issuances of securities and assumptions of
liability, is June 29, 2020.
    The Commission encourages electronic submission of protests and
interventions in lieu of paper, using the FERC Online links at http://www.ferc.gov. To facilitate electronic service, persons with internet
access who will eFile a document and/or be listed as a contact for an
intervenor must create and validate an eRegistration account using the
eRegistration link. Select the eFiling link to log on and submit the
intervention or protests.
    Persons unable to file electronically may mail similar pleadings to
the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street NE,
Washington, DC 20426. Hand delivered submissions in docketed
proceedings should be delivered to Health and Human Services, 12225
Wilkins Avenue, Rockville, Maryland 20852.
    In addition to publishing the full text of this document in the
Federal Register, the Commission provides all interested persons an
opportunity to view and/or print the contents of this document via the
internet through the Commission's Home Page (http://ferc.gov) using the
``eLibrary'' link. Enter the docket number excluding the last three
digits in the docket number field to access the document. At this time,
the Commission has suspended access to the Commission's Public
Reference Room, due to the proclamation declaring a National Emergency
concerning the Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19), issued by the
President on March 13, 2020. For assistance, contact the Federal Energy
Regulatory Commission at<EMAIL_ADDRESS>or call toll-free,
(886) 208-3676 or TYY,<PHONE_NUMBER>.

    Dated: June 8, 2020.
Nathaniel J. Davis, Sr.,
Deputy Secretary.
[FR Doc. 2020-12723 Filed 6-11-20; 8:45 am]
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[Notices]
[Pages 40380-40382]
[FR Doc No: 2020-14497]

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

[Docket No. FMCSA-2012-0370]

Hours of Service (HOS) of Drivers; U.S. Department of Energy
(DOE); Application for Renewal of Exemption

AGENCY: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA),
Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Notice of final disposition; grant of application for
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SUMMARY: FMCSA announces its decision to grant the application of the
U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) for a renewal of its exemption from the
30-minute rest break provision of the Agency's hours-of-service (HOS)
regulations for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. DOE currently
holds an exemption for the period through June 29, 2020, which enables
DOE's contract motor carriers and their employee-drivers engaged in the
transportation of security-sensitive radioactive materials to be
treated similarly to drivers of shipments of explosives. The exempted
drivers will be allowed to use 30 minutes or more of on-duty
``attendance time'' to meet the HOS rest break requirements providing
they do not perform any other work during the break.

DATES: The requested exemption renewal is effective from June 30, 2020,
through September 29, 2020.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. Pearlie Robinson, Driver and
Carrier Operations Division; Office of Carrier, Driver and Vehicle
Safety Standards, FMCSA; Telephone:<PHONE_NUMBER>. Email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
If you have questions on viewing or submitting material to the docket,
contact Docket Services, telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

I. Public Participation

Viewing Comments and Documents

    To view comments, as well as documents mentioned in this preamble
as being available in the docket, go to www.regulations.gov and insert
the docket number, ``FMCSA-2012-0370 in the ``Keyword'' box and click
``Search.'' Next, click the ``Open Docket Folder'' button and choose
the document to review. If you do not have access to the internet, you
may view the docket online by visiting the Docket Management Facility
in Room W12-140 on the ground floor of the DOT West Building, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.,
e.t., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. To be sure
someone is there to help you, please call<PHONE_NUMBER> or (202) 366-
9826 before visiting Docket Operations.

II. Legal Basis

    FMCSA has authority under 49 U.S.C. 31136(e) and 31315(b) to grant
exemptions from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. FMCSA
must publish a notice of each exemption request in the Federal Register
(49 CFR 381.315(a)). The Agency must provide the public an opportunity
to inspect the information relevant to the application, including any
safety analyses that have been conducted. The Agency must also provide
an opportunity for public comment on the request.
    The Agency reviews the safety analyses and the public comments, and
determines whether granting the exemption would likely achieve a level
of safety equivalent to, or greater than, the level that would be
achieved by the current regulation (49 CFR 381.305). The decision of
the Agency must be published in the Federal Register (49 CFR
381.315(b)) with the reason for the grant or denial, and, if granted,
the specific person or class of persons receiving the exemption, and
the regulatory provision or provisions from which exemption is granted.
The notice must also specify the effective period of the exemption (up
to 5 years), and explain the terms and conditions of the exemption. The
exemption may be renewed (49 CFR 381.300(b)).

III. Background

    From 2013 to 2015, DOE held a limited exemption from the mandatory
30-minute rest break requirement of 49 CFR 395.3(a)(3)(ii) that allowed
DOE contract carriers and their drivers transporting security-sensitive
radioactive materials to be treated the same as drivers transporting
explosives pursuant to Sec.  395.1(q). As that exemption neared
expiration, DOE applied for its renewal. FMCSA reviewed DOE's request
and the public comments and reaffirmed its previous conclusion that
allowing these drivers to count on-duty time ``attending'' their CMVs
toward the required 30-minute break, would likely provide a level of

safety equivalent to what would be achieved by the break. The notice
renewing the DOE exemption was published on June 22, 2015 (80 FR
35703).
    On July 25, 2016 (81 FR 48495), FMCSA announced the extension of
the 2015 DOE exemption notice to June 29, 2020 in response to section
5206(b)(2)(A) of the ``Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act''
(FAST Act). That section extends the expiration date of all HOS
exemptions in effect on the date of enactment (Dec. 4, 2015) to five
years from the date of issuance of the exemptions. DOE has now
requested a renewal of the exemption. A copy of DOE's request is in the
docket referenced at the beginning of this notice.

IV. Method To Ensure an Equivalent or Greater Level of Safety

    DOE has implemented several technical and administrative controls
to ensure the continued effective use of driver on-duty and rest-break
time, which would remain in effect under the requested exemption
renewal. They include the following:
     Real-time tracking and monitoring of transuranic waste and
security-sensitive shipments using DOE's satellite-based systems;
     Use of electronic on-board recorders on trucks, which are
contractually required for motor carriers involved in the Waste
Isolation Pilot Plant to ensure compliance with driver HOS rules; and
     Continuous monitoring of the performance of DOE-qualified
motor carriers using the FMCSA Compliance Safety Accountability
Program's Safety Measurement System, and DOE's Motor Carrier Evaluation
Program.
    Further details regarding DOE's safety controls can be found in its
application for a renewal of the exemption. The application can be
accessed in the docket identified at the beginning of this notice. DOE
contends that these controls enable them to achieve a high level of
safety and security for transportation of security-sensitive
radioactive materials.

V. Public Comments

    On April 23, 2020, FMCSA published notice of this application, and
requested public comment (85 FR 22785). Two comments were submitted,
one by an individual, Garrett Chaffey, and the other by the Commercial
Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA). Both supported the exemption.
    Garrett Chaffey wrote:

    In conclusion, the DOE should be granted the continued exemption
as requested because the DOE is best situated to evaluate its needs,
there is a lack of evidence of negative consequences to the
exemption, the transport of radioactive materials provides similar
risks that explosives drivers also are granted exemption for, and
after five years of this exemption the exemption appears to be
having the desired impact without creating additional risks.

    CVSA wrote the following:

    CVSA believes that DOE drivers have demonstrated an ability to
maintain an equivalent level of safety under this exemption and does
not oppose the renewal. However, FMCSA recently released a final
rule that makes changes to the hours-of-service requirements that
addresses DOE's scenario, by allowing all drivers to satisfy the 30-
minute rest break requirement with any non-driving time. As a
result, the Alliance supports extending DOE's exemption through the
implementation date of the new hours-of-service regulations, at
which time the exemption will no longer be necessary.

VI. FMCSA Decision

    In reviewing the DOE request, FMCSA considered a wide range of
studies, including the 2011 Blanco study,\1\ coupled with the analysis
of the safety performance data and information for the motor carriers
that have been granted exemptions similar to DOE's. The Agency
continues to believe that on-duty breaks from the driving task provide
safety benefits essentially equivalent to those produced by an off-duty
break (as well as productivity benefits). The Blanco study demonstrates
that breaks of at least 30 minutes--whether on or off-duty--reduce
safety critical events in the hour after driving resumes. This
conclusion is consistent with the safety rationale presented in the
preamble to the June 1, 2020 in the recent HOS final rule (85 FR 33396,
33452) which revised 49 CFR 395.3(a)(3)(ii).
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    \1\ Blanco, M., Hanowski, R., Olson, R., Morgan, J., Soccolich,
S., Wu, S.C., & Guo, F. (2011) ``The Impact of Driving, Non-Driving
Work, and Rest Breaks on Driving Performance in Commercial Motor
Vehicle Operations.'' Available in this rulemaking docket.
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    The Agency has analyzed DOE's application for renewal and comments
filed to the docket and believe the application for exemption renewal
is likely to achieve a level of safety that is equivalent to, or
greater than, the level that would be achieved absent such exemption.

VII. Terms of the Exemption

Period of the Exemption

    The exemption from the requirements of 49 CFR 395.3(a)(3)(ii) is
granted for the period from 12:01 a.m., June 30, 2020, through 11:59
p.m. on September 29, 2020. Thereafter, revised Sec.  395.3(a)(3)(ii)
will make this exemption unnecessary.

Extent of the Exemption

    The exemption is restricted to DOE's contract driver-employees
transporting security-sensitive radioactive materials. This exemption
is limited to the provisions of 49 CFR 395.3(a)(3)(ii) to allow
contract driver-employees transporting security-sensitive radioactive
materials to be treated the same as drivers transporting explosives, as
provided in Sec.  395.1(q). These drivers must comply with all other
applicable provisions of the FMCSRs.

Preemption

    In accordance with 49 U.S.C. 31315(d), during the period this
exemption is in effect, no State shall enforce any law or regulation
that conflicts with or is inconsistent with this exemption with respect
to a firm or person operating under the exemption.

Notification to FMCSA

    The DOE must notify FMCSA within 5 business days of any accident
(as defined in 49 CFR 390.5), involving any of the motor carrier's CMVs
operating under the terms of this exemption. The notification must
include the following information:
    a. Exemption Identity: ``DOE'';
    b. Name of operating motor carrier and USDOT number;
    c. Date of the accident;
    d. City or town, and State, in which the accident occurred, or
closest to the accident scene;
    e. Driver's name and driver's license number and State of issuance;
    f. Vehicle number and State license plate number;
    g. Number of individuals suffering physical injury;
    h. Number of fatalities;
    i. The police-reported cause of the accident;
    j. Whether the driver was cited for violation of any traffic laws
or motor carrier safety regulations; and
    k. The driver's total driving time and total on-duty time period
prior to the accident.
    Reports filed under this provision shall be emailed to
[email protected]

Termination

    FMCSA does not believe the drivers covered by this exemption will
experience any deterioration of their safety record. However, should
this occur, FMCSA will take all steps necessary to protect the public
interest, including revocation or restriction of the exemption. The
FMCSA will immediately revoke or restrict the

exemption for failure to comply with its terms and conditions.

James A. Mullen,
Deputy Administrator.
[FR Doc. 2020-14497 Filed 7-2-20; 8:45 am]
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[Federal Register Volume 78, Number 91 (Friday, May 10, 2013)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 27336-27338]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

33 CFR Part 117

[Docket No. USCG-2013-0252]
RIN 1625-AA09

Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Wolf River, Gills Landing and
Winneconne, WI

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking.

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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard proposes to revise the operating schedule that
governs the Winneconne Highway Bridge at Mile 2.4, and the Canadian
National Railroad Bridge at mile 27.8, both over the Wolf River. A
review of the current regulation was requested by the Wisconsin
Department of Transportation (WDOT) and the Canadian National Railroad.

DATES: Comments and related material must reach the Coast Guard on or
before June 10, 2013.

ADDRESSES:  You may submit comments identified by docket number USCG-
2013-0252 using any one of the following methods:
    (1) Federal eRulemaking Portal: http://www.regulations.gov.
    (2) Fax:<PHONE_NUMBER>.
    (3) Mail or Delivery: Docket Management Facility (M-30), U.S.
Department of Transportation, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140,
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590-0001. Deliveries
accepted between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except
federal holidays. The telephone number is<PHONE_NUMBER>.
    See the ``Public Participation and Request for Comments'' portion
of the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section below for instructions on
submitting comments. To avoid duplication, please use only one of these
four methods.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions on this proposed
rule, call or email Mr. Lee Soule, Bridge Management Specialist, Ninth
Coast Guard District; telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>, email
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>If you have questions on viewing or submitting
material to the docket, call Barbara Hairston, Program Manager, Docket
Operations, telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Table of Acronyms

CFR Code of Federal Regulations
DHS Department of Homeland Security
FR Federal Register
NPRM Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
Sec.  Section Symbol
U.S.C. United States Code

A. Public Participation and Request for Comments

    We encourage you to participate in this proposed rulemaking by
submitting comments and related materials. All comments received will
be posted, without change to http://www.regulations.gov and will
include any personal information you have provided.

1. Submitting Comments

    If you submit a comment, please include the docket number for this
proposed rulemaking (USCG-2013-0252), indicate the specific section of
this document to which each comment applies, and provide a reason for
each suggestion or recommendation. You may submit your comments and
material online (http://www.regulations.gov), or by fax, mail or hand
delivery, but please use only one of these means. If you submit a
comment online via http://www.regulations.gov, it will be considered
received by the Coast Guard when you successfully transmit the comment.
If you fax, hand deliver, or mail your comment, it will be considered
as having been received by the Coast Guard when it is received at the
Docket Management Facility. We recommend that you include your name and
a mailing address, an email address, or a phone number in the body of
your document so that we can contact you if we have questions regarding
your submission.
    To submit your comment online, go to http://www.regulations.gov,
type the docket number [USCG-2013-0252] in the ``SEARCH'' box and click
``SEARCH.'' Click on ``Submit a Comment'' on the line associated with
this rulemaking. If you submit your comments by mail or hand delivery,
submit them in an unbound format, no larger than 8\1/2\ by 11 inches,
suitable for copying and electronic filing. If you submit them by mail
and would like to know that they reached the Facility, please enclose a
stamped, self-addressed postcard or envelope. We will consider all
comments and material received during the comment period and may

change the rule based on your comments.

2. Viewing Comments and Documents

    To view comments, as well as documents mentioned in this preamble
as being available in the docket, go to http://www.regulations.gov,
type the docket number (USCG-2013-0252) in the ``SEARCH'' box and click
``SEARCH.'' Click on Open Docket Folder on the line associated with
this rulemaking. You may also visit the Docket Management Facility in
Room W12-140 on the ground floor of the Department of Transportation
West Building, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC, 20590,
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal
holidays.

3. Privacy Act

    Anyone can search the electronic form of comments received into any
of our dockets by the name of the individual submitting the comment (or
signing the comment, if submitted on behalf of an association,
business, labor union, etc.). You may review a Privacy Act notice
regarding our public dockets in the January 17, 2008, issue of the
Federal Register (73 FR 3316).

4. Public Meeting

    We do not now plan to hold a public meeting. But you may submit a
request for one on or before May 30, 2013 using one of the four methods
specified under ADDRESSES. Please explain why one would be beneficial.
If we determine that one would aid this rulemaking, we will hold one at
a time and place announced by a later notice in the Federal Register.

B. Regulatory History and Information

    The existing regulation for Wolf River (33 CFR 117.1107) addresses
only one of the two drawbridges over Wolf River, and has not been
revised since the overall recodification of federal drawbridge
regulations in 1984.
    This proposed rule was developed in conjunction with locally
applied bridge schedules implemented by WDOT and Fox River Valley
Navigation Authority for the past 10 to 15 years. These agencies, along
with Canadian National Railroad, have reviewed and approved this
proposed rule.

C. Basis and Purpose

    The Wolf River extends from its head of navigation in New London,
WI and travels south to Winneconne, WI where it confluences with the
Upper Fox River. The Wolf River has two drawbridges over the waterway.
The Winneconne Highway Bridge at mile 2.4 is a bascule bridge that
provides 70 feet horizontal clearance, 7 feet vertical clearance in the
closed position, and an unlimited vertical clearance in the open
position. The Canadian National Railroad Bridge at Mile 27.8 is a
former swing bridge that was converted to a vertical lift bridge in
2012 that provides 56 feet horizontal clearance, 7 feet vertical
clearance in the closed position, and a vertical clearance of 16 feet
in the raised position. Marine traffic on the waterway consists of
small commercial vessels, and both power and sail recreational vessels.
The Coast Guard has been advised of the updated navigation needs on
Wolf River, including reports there has been an increase in
recreational vessel usage of the waterway due to improvements to the
lock system, dredging projects, and restored drawbridges over the Fox
River that connect directly with the Wolf River. The purpose of this
proposed rule is to establish consistent operating schedules that will
meet the needs of current and future navigation on the Wolf River and
to provide consistency in regulations for the rest of the connecting
waterways.

D. Discussion of Proposed Rule

    The current regulation does not include the Canadian National
Railroad Bridge. Bridge logs were not available for review. The Coast
Guard has made inquiries to local marinas and the Fox River Valley
Navigation Authority and determined a 6-hour advance notice for the
Canadian National Railroad Bridge from April 20 to October 15 would
meet the needs of current navigation since the vertical clearance
allows most of the vessel traffic to pass under the bridge without an
opening. The Canadian National Railroad Bridge is in a remote location
and the only access to the bridge by the drawtender is by boat. A 12-
hours advance notice from October 16 to April 19 would be required for
openings.
    Currently, the Winneconne Bridge opens on signal between the hours
of 7 a.m. and 11 p.m., daily, and requires a 2-hour advance notice of
arrival for openings from May 1 to October 31 between the hours of 11
p.m. to 7 a.m., daily. From November 1 to April 30 mariners are
required to provide a 12-hour advance notice for openings. WDOT has
operated the Winneconne Highway Bridge during the navigation season in
recent years from April 20 to October 7, with 2-hours advance notice
between midnight and 8 a.m. Slight adjustments were made in the
development of this proposed rule. Bridge openings on signal are
proposed from April 20 through October 15, except from midnight to 8
a.m. when 2-hours advance notice is required for openings.

E. Regulatory Analyses

    We developed this proposed rule after considering numerous statutes
and executive orders related to rulemaking. Below we summarize our
analyses based on these statutes or executive orders.

1. Regulatory Planning and Review

    This proposed rule is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under
section 3(f) of Executive Order 12866, Regulatory Planning and Review,
as supplemented by Executive Order 13563, Improving Regulation and
Regulatory Review, and does not require an assessment of potential
costs and benefits under section 6(a)(3) of Order 12866 or under
section 1 of Executive Order 13563. The Office of Management and Budget
has not reviewed it under those Orders. This proposed rule incorporates
the locally applied bridge schedules that have been employed in recent
years, with only small variations. The proposed schedule was reviewed
and approved by the bridge owners and representatives of local boating
organizations. This proposed rule is expected to improve access to the
waterway and establish operating regulations that meet the needs of the
boating public in an easy to read language.

2. Impact on Small Entities

    Under the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601-612), we have
considered the impact of this proposed rule on small entities. The
Coast Guard certifies under 5 U.S.C. 605(b) that this proposed rule
would not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of
small entities. This proposed rule would affect the following entities,
some of which might be small entities: the owners or operators of
vessels needing to transit the Winneconne Bridge from midnight to 8
a.m. will need to provide a 2-hour advance notice of arrival for bridge
openings, and at all hours a 6-hour advance notice for openings at the
Canadian National Railroad Bridge. These operating hours would affect
both drawbridges throughout the boating season from April 20 to October
15. Impacts to small entities are not expected to be significant as
these schedules have effectively been in place for numerous years and
are accepted by local vessel operators. During the winter when the
waterway is typically ice covered, mariners will be required to provide
a 12-hour advance notice for openings for

both bridges, as applicable. If you think that your business,
organization, or governmental jurisdiction qualifies as a small entity
and that this rule would have a significant economic impact on it,
please submit a comment (see ADDRESSES) explaining why you think it
qualifies and how and to what degree this rule would economically
affect it.

3. Assistance for Small Entities

    Under section 213(a) of the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement
Fairness Act of 1996 (Pub. L. 104-121), we want to assist small
entities in understanding this proposed rule. If the rule would affect
your small business, organization, or governmental jurisdiction and you
have questions concerning its provisions or options for compliance,
please contact the person listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
CONTACT, above. The Coast Guard will not retaliate against small
entities that question or complain about this proposed rule or any
policy or action of the Coast Guard.

4. Collection of Information

    This proposed rule would call for no new collection of information
under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501-3520).

5. Federalism

    A rule has implications for federalism under Executive Order 13132,
Federalism, if it has a substantial direct effect on the States, on the
relationship between the national government and the States, or on the
distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of
government. We have analyzed this proposed rule under that Order and
have determined that it does not have implications for federalism.

6. Protest Activities

    The Coast Guard respects the First Amendment rights of protesters.
Protesters are asked to contact the person listed in the FOR FURTHER
INFORMATION CONTACT section to coordinate protest activities so that
your message can be received without jeopardizing the safety or
security of people, places or vessels.

7. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act

    The Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1531-1538)
requires Federal agencies to assess the effects of their discretionary
regulatory actions. In particular, the Act addresses actions that may
result in the expenditure by a State, local, or tribal government, in
the aggregate, or by the private sector of $100,000,000 (adjusted for
inflation) or more in any one year. Though this proposed rule will not
result in such an expenditure, we do discuss the effects of this rule
elsewhere in this preamble.

8. Taking of Private Property

    This proposed rule would not cause a taking of private property or
otherwise have taking implications under Executive Order 12630,
Governmental Actions and Interference with Constitutionally Protected
Property Rights.

9. Civil Justice Reform

    This proposed rule meets applicable standards in sections 3(a) and
3(b)(2)of Executive Order 12988, Civil Justice Reform, to minimize
litigation, eliminate ambiguity, and reduce burden.

10. Protection of Children

    We have analyzed this proposed rule under Executive Order 13045,
Protection of Children from Environmental Health Risks and Safety
Risks. This rule is not an economically significant rule and would not
create an environmental risk to health or risk to safety that might
disproportionately affect children.

11. Indian Tribal Governments

    This proposed rule does not have tribal implications under
Executive Order 13175, Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal
Governments, because it would not have a substantial direct effect on
one or more Indian tribes, on the relationship between the Federal
Government and Indian tribes, or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities between the Federal Government and Indian tribes.

12. Energy Effects

    This proposed rule is not a ``significant energy action'' under
Executive Order 13211, Actions Concerning Regulations That
Significantly Affect Energy Supply, Distribution, or Use.

13. Technical Standards

    This proposed rule does not use technical standards. Therefore, we
did not consider the use of voluntary consensus standards.

14. Environment

    We have analyzed this rule under Department of Homeland Security
Management Directive 023-01 and Commandant Instruction M16475.lD, which
guides the Coast Guard in complying with the National Environmental
Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321-4370f), and have made a
preliminary determination that this action is one of a category of
actions which do not individually or cumulatively have a significant
effect on the human environment. This proposed rule simply promulgates
the operating regulations or procedures for drawbridges. This rule is
categorically excluded, under figure 2-1, paragraph (32)(e), of the
Instruction.
    Under figure 2-1, paragraph (32)(e), of the Instruction, an
environmental analysis checklist and a categorical exclusion
determination are not required for this rule. We seek any comments or
information that may lead to the discovery of a significant
environmental impact from this proposed rule.

List of Subjects in 33 CFR Part 117

    Bridges.

    For the reasons discussed in the preamble, the Coast Guard proposes
to amend 33 CFR part 117 as follows:

PART 117--DRAWBRIDGE OPERATION REGULATIONS

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1. The authority citation for part 117 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 33 U.S.C. 499; 33 CFR 1.05-1; Department of Homeland
Security Delegation No. 0170.1.
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2. Revise Sec.  117.1107 to read as follow:

Sec.  117.1107  Wolf River.

    (a) The draw of the Winneconne Highway bridge, mile 2.4 at
Winneconne, shall open on signal; except that, between the hours of
midnight and 8 a.m., from April 20 through October 15, at least 2-hours
of advance notice is required, and from October 16 through April 19, at
least 12-hours of advance notice is required. Advance notice shall be
provided to the Winnebago County Highway Department.
    (b) The draw of the Canadian National Railroad Bridge, mile 27.8 at
Gill's Landing, shall open on signal if at least 6-hours advance notice
is provided from April 20 through October 15, and if at least 12-hours
advance notice is provided from October 16 through April 19.

    Dated: April 26, 2013.
M. N. Parks,
Rear Admiral, U.S. Coast Guard, Commander, Ninth Coast Guard District.
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