ABOUT BEACON
First aid by definition is the assistance given to any person suffering a sudden illness or injury, with care provided to preserve life, prevent the condition from worsening, and/ or promote recovery. This function is compromised when first aid kits are unfit for purpose and unsuitable for the environment they are required for. This is the case of kits used in the marine setting, particularly that of recreational crafts where there is no legislation as to what that kit needs to be.
The Beacon First Aid was developed in response to requirements identified in the challenging and unpredictable environment of marine use. This project used a human centered design process to develop a system that combines quick access, content protection and assistive guides to act as reminders and aid the user in making the right decisions. It is a solution that can withstand the challenges presented without becoming a challenge in itself.
First aid by definition is the assistance given to any person suffering a sudden illness or injury, with care provided to preserve life, prevent the condition from worsening, and/ or promote recovery. This function is compromised when first aid kits are unfit for purpose and unsuitable for the environment they are required for. This is the case of kits used in the marine setting, particularly that of recreational crafts where there is no legislation as to what that kit needs to be.
The Beacon First Aid was developed in response to requirements identified in the challenging and unpredictable environment of marine use. This project used a human centered design process to develop a system that combines quick access, content protection and assistive guides to act as reminders and aid the user in making the right decisions. It is a solution that can withstand the challenges presented without becoming a challenge in itself.
ABOUT THE DESIGNER
Isabella is an avid water user with a particular interest in sailing. When addressing this project and forming a brief, this interest was harnessed with a want to design something that would improve users experience on the water. During research through interviews with various experts in the field and body storming, the first aid kit was highlighted as an opportunity area, something that hasn't been addressed before and could be greatly improved on. This has resulted in a challenging yet rewarding project with a huge learning outcome on materials and manufacturing.
Isabella is an avid water user with a particular interest in sailing. When addressing this project and forming a brief, this interest was harnessed with a want to design something that would improve users experience on the water. During research through interviews with various experts in the field and body storming, the first aid kit was highlighted as an opportunity area, something that hasn't been addressed before and could be greatly improved on. This has resulted in a challenging yet rewarding project with a huge learning outcome on materials and manufacturing.
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