Improving safety for commercial fishing workers
Official title: Commercial Fishing Occupational Safety Research Cooperative Agreement (U01) - 2022
Funded at University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston · NIH-11007551 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making the work environment safer for people in the commercial fishing industry by finding out what risks they face and coming up with better safety practices, which will help workers and their families feel more secure.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $731,250 |
| NIH project number | 1U01OH012799-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11007551 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are individuals employed in the commercial fishing industry.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not involved in the commercial fishing industry or those who do not work in high-risk occupational settings may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing occupational safety for individuals working in the commercial fishing industry. It aims to identify risks and develop strategies to mitigate these hazards, ensuring a safer working environment. The approach may involve collecting data on safety practices, analyzing incidents, and collaborating with industry stakeholders to implement effective safety measures. Patients who are commercial fishing workers or their families may benefit from the findings of this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in safety protocols, reducing injuries and fatalities among commercial fishing workers.
How similar studies have gone: While specific previous studies in this area may not be detailed, occupational safety research has shown success in various industries, indicating potential for positive outcomes in commercial fishing as well.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Guillot-Wright, Shannon Paige — University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
- Study coordinator: Guillot-Wright, Shannon Paige
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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.