FLIPP for Lifejackets

Fishermen Led Injury Prevention Program

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Trainings and Classes

From Fall 2024 – Summer 2025, we are partnering with the Alaska Marine Safety Education Association (AMSEA) to provide free lifejackets for fishermen who attend important training.

See these training opportunities in OR and WA for Drill Conducting (DC) and Fishermen First Aid and Safety Training (FFAST).

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Training opportunities in Oregon

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People helping an injured person on the ground.

Training opportunities in Washington

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Lifejackets

We are working with manufacturers and fishermen to identify the design of lifejackets that will be more comfortable and easier to work in.

Check out the lifejackets

Maintaining Your Lifejacket

To maintain your life jacket, you should check it regularly, clean it, and store it properly.

Mustang lifevest

  Check

  • Hardware and straps: Make sure they're secure and working
  • CO2 Canister: Make sure valve is not corroded and check the gauge on your inflatable if it has one
  • Buoyancy material: Check for lumps, hardening, or oil saturation
  • Leaks: Check for leaks or tears in the fabric bags that make up the inflatable
  • Rips and tears: Check for any holes or tears in the fabric

  Clean

  • Rinse: Rinse with fresh water after each use, especially if used in saltwater
  • Spot clean: Scrub stains with mild soap and water, or a cleaner made for life jackets
  • Deodorize: Use a deodorizer to remove odors like body odor, mold, or mildew
  • Air dry: Hang to dry in a well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight

  Store

  • Dry and cool: Store in a dry, cool, dark place
  • Away from sunlight: Keep out of direct sunlight and heat sources
  • Away from oil and fuel: Keep away from oil and fuel
  • Away from standing water

  Replace

  • Replace life jackets that are ripped, torn, or have mildew stains
  • Replace the CO2 cylinder in inflatable life jackets after inflation

FLIPP for Lifejackets testimonials

Hear from fishermen and community partners about the FLIPP program's impact. 730+ lifejackets distributed, 360+ vessels covered. Share your lifejacket safety story with us.

Testimonials

Commercial fisher in a life vest and rain gear takes a break, reclining on the stern of a boat while underway at sea.
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In the Press

Team FLIPPs for lifejackets

Research team works with local fishermen to increase wearability and availability of lifejackets.

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