Improving health and safety for commercial fishermen in the Northeastern U.S.
Official title: Generalizability of a Comprehensive Workforce-Led Initiative to Support the Health and Safety of Commercial Fishermen in the Northeastern United States
Funded at Fishing Partnership Health Plan · NIH-10553445 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at ways to improve the health, safety, and financial well-being of commercial fishermen in the Northeastern U.S., focusing on states like Massachusetts, Maine, and New York, so that they can work better and feel supported in their jobs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Fishing Partnership Health Plan NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Bedford, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 1, 2022 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2022 |
| Award (this year) | $731,250 |
| NIH project number | 1U01OH012501-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10553445 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are commercial fishermen working in the Northeastern United States who may benefit from enhanced safety and health initiatives.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in the commercial fishing industry or who work outside the Northeastern U.S. may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how to enhance the health, safety, and economic security of commercial fishermen in the Northeastern United States. By assessing the feasibility of a comprehensive initiative developed by the fishing industry, the project aims to gather data on key issues affecting fishermen in states like Massachusetts, Maine, and New York. The study will evaluate existing resources and the capacity of the fishing industry to implement safety improvements, as well as examine the health and behavioral health needs of fishermen. The findings will help create a tailored approach to support this workforce effectively.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health and safety measures for commercial fishermen, potentially reducing workplace injuries and enhancing their overall well-being.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives aimed at improving occupational safety in other industries have shown success, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this research as well.
Where this research is happening
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Fishing Partnership Health Plan
New Bedford, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bartlett, John — Fishing Partnership Health Plan
- Study coordinator: Bartlett, John
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.