Hazardous Materials Worker Health and Safety Training (U45 Clinical Trials Not Allowed)
ID: 353988Type: Posted
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is inviting proposals for cooperative agreements aimed at developing training programs focused on hazardous materials worker health and safety. The primary objective of this funding opportunity, identified as RFA-ES-24-001, is to prevent work-related harm by equipping workers with essential skills and knowledge for safely handling hazardous materials during waste operations and emergency responses. This initiative is particularly significant as it addresses health risks associated with hazardous sites, especially in economically disadvantaged communities, and emphasizes the importance of environmental justice and workforce readiness. The anticipated funding amount for FY2025 is $28 million, with individual application budgets capped at $700,000 for new applicants. Interested parties must submit their applications by July 8, 2024, and can direct inquiries to NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov or visit the additional information link at https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-ES-24-001.html.

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    The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) invites proposals for cooperative agreements to develop training programs focused on hazardous materials worker health and safety. The objective is to prevent work-related harm by equipping workers with skills and knowledge to safely handle hazardous materials during waste operations and emergency responses. This funding opportunity, identified as RFA-ES-24-001, encompasses three main program areas: the Hazardous Waste Worker Training Program (HWWTP), Environmental Career Worker Training Program (ECWTP), and Hazmat Disaster Preparedness Training Program (HDPTP). The goal is to support competency-building among institutions while addressing health risks associated with hazardous sites affecting diverse communities, especially those economically disadvantaged. Key eligibility criteria include application submission limits, the requirement for a single application per institution, and specific organizational types such as higher education institutions and nonprofits. Grant funding of $28 million is anticipated for FY2025, with individual application budgets up to $700,000 for new applicants. Coordination with community-based organizations to enhance local training delivery and foster workforce readiness is strongly emphasized. This initiative highlights a commitment to environmental justice and the enhancement of workforce skills in hazardous material management amid ongoing safety concerns within diverse environments.
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