Commercial Fishing Occupational Safety Training Project Grants (T03)

Objectives: The Commercial Fishing Occupational Safety Training Grant aims to enhance the quality and frequency of safety training for United States commercial fishermen. This includes expanding geographical reach and creating culturally and educationally appropriate training material. Objectives also encompass developing training programs aligned with U.S. Coast Guard safety standards, increasing the number of qualified instructors, and evaluating program impact on reducing fishing-related injuries. Collaborative efforts with industry, fishermen, and agencies are encouraged for effective implementation.