Required information for application:
1. Applicant information: Name, contact information, and affiliation (academia, non-profit organization, or business involved in fishing and maritime matters).
2. Project title: Provide a clear and concise title for the proposed research project.
3. Project summary: A brief summary of the proposed research project, highlighting the objectives, methods, and expected outcomes.
4. Project description: Detailed description of the research project, including the specific focus areas within commercial fishing safety (vessel design, emergency equipment, vessel monitoring systems, communication devices, de-icing technology, severe weather detection).
5. Research objectives: Clearly state the objectives of the research project, which should align with the objectives supported by NIOSH (identification and investigation of hazardous working conditions, development of new protective equipment and engineering control technology, etc.).
6. Project timeline: Provide a timeline indicating the duration of the project and key milestones.
7. Budget: Detailed breakdown of the project's budget, including personnel costs, equipment costs, travel expenses, and any other necessary resources.
8. Qualifications: Demonstrate the expertise and experience of the project team members in commercial fishing safety research.
9. Collaboration: Describe any existing collaborations with crews, industry, and the US Coast Guard, as well as any plans for collaboration during the proposed research project.
10. Project impact: Explain the potential impact of the research project on improving the occupational safety of workers in the commercial fishing industry.
11. Dissemination plan: Outline how the findings of the research project will be disseminated to relevant stakeholders, such as industry professionals, policymakers, and the fishing community.
12. Previous funding: Provide information about any previous funding received for commercial fishing safety research, if applicable.
13. References: Include relevant references to support the proposed research project and demonstrate knowledge of previous research in the field.
14. Budget justification: Provide a justification for each budget item, explaining how it contributes to the successful execution of the research project.
15. Letters of support: If applicable, include letters of support from industry partners, associations, or other relevant stakeholders endorsing the proposed research project.
16. Compliance with regulations: Ensure the proposed research project complies with the regulations and oversight provided by the Coast Guard, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and NIOSH.
