- (a) Waiver requirement
If the Secretary determines that any category of fastener is not used in
critical applications, the Secretary shall waive the requirements of this chapter with respect to such category.
- (b) Additional items
If the Secretary determines that -
- (1) a category of screw, nut, bolt, or stud which is not described in section
5402(5)(A)(i) or (B) of this title,
- (2) a category of item which is associated with a fastener described in
section 5402(5)(A), (B), or (C) of this title, or
- (3) a category of item which serves a function comparable to that served by a
fastener so described is used in critical applications, the Secretary may include such category under section 5402(5)(D) of this title and therefore within the definition of fasteners under this chapter.
- (c) Notice and opportunity for comments
The Secretary shall provide advance notice and the opportunity for public
comments prior to making any determination under subsections (a) and (b) of this section and shall act through the Director in making any such determination.