theme: a safe environment there is an increased awareness of the importance of safety in the home...
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Theme: A Safe Environment
There is an increased awareness of the importance of safety in
the home for both adults and children. Items such as personal
alarms, child locks, burglar alarms, warning devices, temperature
alarms etc. help to create a safer environment.
With reference to the above theme, design and make a device
that will improve personal safety in the home. The device must
incorporate a mechanical or electrical or electronic system.
Draft Sample Thematic Brief - Ordinary Level
A Child’s Safety Stair-Gate Alarm
Personal Attack Alarm
Medicine Cupboard Alarm
Bath Alarm
Bath Alarm
Ultrasonic Child Monitor
Car Security Alarm
Aid for the elderly
Modelled Door Alarm
Modelled Door Alarm
Household Temperature Indicator
Intruder Alarm
Alarmed CD Rack
Rain Sensor
Alternatively used as a Bath Alarm
Mouse Security Trap
Alarmed CD Storage Box
Automatic Door Security Device (Pic Control)
Display Stand fitted with an Alarm
Alternatively used as an alarmed Trophy Display
Dummy Camera for House Security
Jewellery Box Alarm
Desktop Safe
Poker Set Alarm
Door Combination Lock
A Trap Door Security / Alarm
A Trap Door Security / Alarm
Automatic Attic Light – safety exit ‘on’ for a fixed time
A Fridge Door Alarm
A Blind Persons Aid: Full-Cup indicator / alarm
A Blind Persons Aid: Full-Cup indicator / alarm
A Handicapped Persons Aid: Pouring a Kettle
Security Window Alarm
Home Security Gate
A baby Bottle Temperature Sensor
A Bicycled Safety Light
‘Safe Cycling’ – Bicycle Indicators
A Car Break-Down Warning Triangle
A Car Break-Down Warning Triangle
Safe Parking
A Guide Cane with LED Indicators
A Farming Traffic Warning Signal
A Tractor Tilt Alarm
A Tractor Tilt Alarm
A Child Safety Alarm
A Personal Attack Alarm
Project: DIY Aid (Ladder Stand-off)My project is unique as it is easily attached to a range of ladders. Existing products on the market do not have the facility of a work station to place items on such as paint and DIY tools whilst working at height. My product is located on the ladder rungs through a spring loaded clamping mechanism. The GRP tray is placed in position when the ladder has been erected. The materials used for the whole construction are durable and lightweight.
A Ladder – safe work station
Brief: Performing DIY activities from ladders or other supports at height can present numerous safety problems. Research a range of DIY activities undertaken around the home, including a risk assessment, and design and make a product which will make the activity or activities easier and safer.
Description: After initial research I discovered that most tasks performed on a ladder were dangerous to the user and others. The main hazards involving ladders are falling equipment and an unstable ladder. I decided the main features of my design should be an unobtrusive storage tray and a levelling device set at the 72° required to set the ladder at the correct angle every time. Important aspects to the design are cost, convenience, durability, and that it be weatherproof, lightweight, compact and suitable for all ladders.
A Safety Ladder
Brief: Designing for People with a Disability Design an easy-to-use, lightweight and attractive desk to meet the needs of Robert, an eleven-year-old boy with cerebral palsy. The desk is for use on a wheelchair in school and at home.
A Safe Desk-Top