[Federal Register: March 2, 1999 (Volume 64, Number 40)]
[Notices]
[Page 10153-10155]
Billing Code: 4163-19-P
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
[Program Announcement 99037]
ECONOMIC ANALYSES OF ENGINEERING CONTROL INTERVENTIONS FOR
DRYWALL SANDING CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS
A. Purpose
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announces the
availability of fiscal year (FY) 1999 funds for a cooperative agreement
program to conduct an analyses of economic variables associated with
the implementation of known engineering control interventions designed
for drywall sanding construction activities. This program addresses the
Healthy People 2000 priority area of Occupational Safety and Health.
The purpose of the program is to identify and evaluate the universe
of financial variables which are affected by implementing known drywall
sanding engineering controls designed to reduce exposures to airborne
particulate.
B. Eligible Applicants
Applications may be submitted by public and private nonprofit and
for-profit organizations and by governments and their agencies; that
is, universities, colleges, research institutions, hospitals, other
public and private nonprofit and for-profit organizations, State and
local governments or their bona fide agents, and federally recognized
Indian tribal governments, Indian tribes, or Indian tribal
organizations.
Note: Public Law 104-65 states that an organization described in
section 501(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 that engages
in lobbying activities is not eligible to receive Federal funds
constituting an award, grant, cooperative agreement, contract, loan,
or any other form.
C. Availability of Funds
Approximately $95,000 is available in FY 1999 to fund one award. It
is expected that the award will begin on or about September 1, 1999,
with a 12-month budget period within a project period of up to three
years. The funding estimate is subject to change.
Continuation award within an approved project period will be made
on the basis of satisfactory progress as evidenced by required reports
and the availability of funds.
Use of Funds
Recipient will allocate funds for at least one annual meeting
directed by the CDC/NIOSH project advisor.
D. Cooperative Activities
In conducting activities to achieve the purpose of this program,
the recipient will be responsible for activities under 1. (Recipient
Activities), and CDC/NIOSH will be responsible for the activities
listed under 2. (CDC/NIOSH Activities).
1. Recipient Activities
a. Develop, implement, and evaluate a study protocol.
b. Analyze data and interpret findings.
c. Disseminate study results to the construction safety and health
community.
2. CDC/NIOSH Activities
a. Provide scientific and technical collaboration in the
development of the study design, protocol, and data analysis.
b. Collaborate with awardee(s) on data analysis, and interpretation
of findings.
E. Application Content
Use the information in the Cooperative Activities, Other
Requirements, and Evaluation Criteria sections to develop the application content. Your application will be
evaluated on the evaluation criteria listed, so it is important to
follow them in laying out your program plan. The narrative should be no
more than 25 double-spaced pages. The original and each copy of the
application must be submitted unstapled and unbound. All materials must
be typewritten, double-spaced, with unreduced type (font size 12 point)
on 8\1/2\'' by 11'' paper, with at least 1'' margins, headers, and
footers, and printed on one side only. Do not include any spiral or
bound materials or pamphlets.
F. Submission and Deadline
Application
Submit the original and five copies of PHS-398 (OMB Number 0925-
0001) (adhere to the instructions on the Errata Instruction Sheet for
PHS 398). Forms are in the application kit. On or before April 30,
1999, submit the application to: Sheryl L. Heard, Grants Management
Specialist, Grants Management Branch, Procurement and Grants Office,
Announcement 99037, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),
2920 Brandywine Road, Mail Stop E-13, Atlanta, Georgia 30341.
Deadline: Applications shall be considered as meeting the deadline
if they are either:
(a) Received on or before the deadline date; or
(b) Sent on or before the deadline date and received in time for
orderly processing. (Applicants must request a legibly dated U.S.
Postal Service postmark or obtain a legibly dated receipt from a
commercial carrier or U.S. Postal Service. Private metered postmarks
shall not be acceptable as proof of timely mailing.)
Late Applications: Applications which do not meet the criteria in
(a) or (b) above are considered late applications, will not be
considered, and will be returned to the applicant.
G. Evaluation Criteria
Each application will be evaluated individually against the
following criteria by an independent review group appointed by CDC.
1. Plan (15 percent)
Applicant's understanding of the general objectives of the proposed
cooperative agreement.
2. Background (15 percent)
The extent to which the applicant's prior work and experience in
evaluating occupational safety and health intervention efforts, cost
variables, and/or experience within the construction trades affected by
drywall finishing operations.
3. Goals and Objectives (35 percent)
The extent to which the proposed goals and objectives are clearly
stated, time-phased, and measurable. The extent to which the methods
are sufficiently detailed to allow assessment of whether the objectives
can be achieved for the budget period. Clearly state the evaluation
method for evaluating the accomplishments. The extent to which a
qualified plan is proposed that will help achieve the goals stated in
the proposal. (20 percent)
The degree to which the applicant has met the CDC policy
requirements regarding the inclusion of women, ethnic, and racial
groups in the proposed project. This includes: (a) The proposed plan
for the inclusion of both sexes and racial and ethnic minority
populations for appropriate representation; (b) The proposed
justification when representation is limited or absent; (c) A statement
as to whether the design of the study is adequate to measure
differences when warranted; and (d) A statement as to whether the plan
for recruitment and outreach for study participants include the process
of establishing partnerships with community(ies) and recognition of
mutual benefits. (15 percent)
4. Facilities and Resources (10 percent)
The adequacy of the applicant's facilities, equipment, and other
resources available for performance of this project. The proposal
should include a commitment from the participating institution, as
evidenced by a written agreement. For applicants who have already
identified potential construction site(s) to conduct the evaluation,
the proposal should include a commitment, as evidenced by a written
agreement, from the building owner, general contractor, or relevant
subcontractors with jurisdiction over the drywall finishing and budget
management operations, when such exist at the applicant's anticipated
study location(s).
5. Project Management and Staffing Plan (15 percent)
The extent to which the management staff and their working partners
are clearly described, appropriately assigned, and have pertinent
skills and experiences. The extent to which the applicant proposes to
involve appropriate personnel who have the needed qualifications to
implement the proposed plan. The extent to which the applicant has the
capacity to design, implement, and evaluate the proposed intervention
program.
6. Collaboration (10 percent)
The extent to which all partners are clearly described and their
qualifications and the extent to which their intentions to participate
are explicitly stated. The extent to which the applicant provides proof
of support (e.g., letters of support and/or memoranda of understanding)
for proposed activities. Evidence or a statement should be provided
that these funds do not duplicate already funded components of ongoing
projects.
7. Budget Justification (Not Scored)
The budget will be evaluated to the extent that it is reasonable,
clearly justified, and consistent with the intended use of funds.
8. Human Subjects (Not Scored)
If human subjects will be involved, how will they be protected,
i.e., describe the review process which will govern their
participation.
H. Other Requirements
Technical Reporting Requirements
Provide CDC with original plus two copies of:
1. Annual progress reports including a brief program description
and a listing of program goals and objectives accompanied by a
comparison of the actual accomplishments related to the goals and
objectives established for the period;
2. Financial status report, no more than 90 days after the end of
the budget period; and
3. Final financial status and performance reports, no more than 90
days after the end of the project period.
Send all reports to: Sheryl L. Heard, Grants Management Specialist,
Grants Management Branch, Procurement and Grants Office, Announcement
99037, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 2920
Brandywine Road, Mail Stop E-13, Atlanta, Georgia 30341.
The following additional requirements are applicable to this
program. For a complete description of each, see Addendum I (included
in the application package).
AR-1--Human Subjects Requirements
AR-2--Requirements for Inclusion of Women and Racial and Ethnic
Minorities in Research
AR-9--Paperwork Reduction Act Requirements
AR-10--Smoke-Free Workplace Requirements
I. Authority and Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number
This program is authorized under Sections 20 (a) and 22(e)(7) of
the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 [29 U.S.C. 669(a) and
671(e)(7)]. The Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance number is 93.262
for the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health.
J. Where to Obtain Additional Information
Please refer to CDC Announcement Number 99037 when requesting
information and submitting an application.
To receive additional written information call 1-888-GRANTS4 (1-
888-472-6874). You will be asked to leave your name, address, and phone
number and will need to refer to NIOSH Announcement 99037. You will
receive a complete program description, information on application
procedures, and application forms. CDC will not send application kits
by facsimile or express mail.
See also the CDC home page on the Internet: http://www.cdc.gov.
If you have questions after reviewing the contents of all the
documents, business management technical assistance may be obtained by
contacting: Sheryl L. Heard, Grants Management Specialist, Grants
Management Branch, Procurement and Grants Office, Announcement 99037,
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 2920 Brandywine Road,
Mail Stop E-13, Atlanta, Georgia 30341, Email address: slh3@cdc.gov.
Program technical assistance may be obtained by contacting: Kenneth
Mead, P.E., telephone (513) 841-4319, Email kcm3@cdc.gov, National
Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention (CDC), Division of Physical Sciences and
Engineering, 4676 Columbia Parkway, Mailstop R-5, Cincinnati, OH 45226.
National Occupational Research Agenda (NORA): CDC, NIOSH is
committed to the program priorities developed by NORA. Copies of the
publication, "The National Occupational Research Agenda" may be obtained from
The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, Publications Office, 4676 Columbia Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45226-1998 or telephone 1-800-356-4674, and is available through the NIOSH Home Page, "/niosh/nora.html".
Dated: February 23, 1999
Diane D. Porter
Acting Director, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
CERTIFIED TO BE A TRUE COPY OF THE ORIGINAL
Certifying Officer
[FR Doc. 99-5034 Filed 3-1-99; 8:45 am]
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