Draft Sample Thematic Brief - Ordinary Level
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.
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
A Ladder – safe work station
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 Safety Ladder
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 Safe Desk-Top
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.