Safety and Health Investment Projects (SHIP) grants are awarded to projects directed at preventing workplace injuries, illnesses, and fatalities in Washington State. Priority for funding will be given to proposals that involve cooperation between employers and employees or their representatives. Rules governing the grant program are found in WAC 296-900-175.

Applying for a Grant

The SHIP program is not currently accepting grant applications! Completed applications must have been received or post marked no later than August 31, 2009. The next invitation for grant applications will occur in early 2010. Watch this web page for future announcements regarding dates.

Products and materials created or developed using SHIP grant money must be made available for distribution by L&I to any workplace that can benefit from their use.

SHIP Application Materials

Application materials will be posted here when the next application period opens.

Do you have questions about SHIP?

The SHIP program is hosting SHIP grants information sessions at the SHIP office in Olympia, WA to answer your questions about SHIP grants or the grant application process. There is no cost to attend one of these sessions, but space is limited and registration is required. Contact the SHIP program at 360-902-5588 to register.

Dates and times for SHIP information sessions:

•  July 1 10 a.m. to noon

•  July 14 10 a.m. to noon

•  July 28 10 a.m. to noon

General Grant Cycle Timelines *

* Once SHIP grant eligibility is confirmed, applicants will receive detailed timeline information.

For additional information or assistance contact the SHIP program.

Approved Grants

A goal of the SHIP grants is that the products, training, guidelines and other materials created under the grant program have the greatest possible impact. Products produced by SHIP grant projects will be accessible for download from this Web site at no cost after projects are completed. Check the site often for new additions.

•  SHIP Grants Awarded.

•  Sample SHIP Grant Award Document (179 KB PDF).

Rulemaking

•  Timeline.

•  Legislative budget proviso.

For more information:

• Frequently-Asked Questions.
• Contact:

  Safety & Health Investment Projects (SHIP)
  Department of Labor & Industries
  Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH)
  PO Box 44612
  Olympia, WA 98504-4612
  Phone: 360-902-5588
  Fax: 360-902-4600
  E-mail: INVEST@LNI.wa.gov

  Location:
  805 Plum Street SE (2nd Floor)
  Olympia, WA 98501