Self-Reporting of Firefighter Vital Signs in Emergency Situations

Abstract

The focus of this research study was to address the issues of firefighter safety awareness and personnel management. This team aimed to concentrate on monitoring firefighter vital signs identified as critical during emergency situations. The major objective was to design a device that not only meets industry regulations but supplements current standard equipment. Market and literature reviews informed an in-depth look into injury prevention and hazard recognition in the firefighting profession. This design process included identifying key areas for possible design intervention through in-person interviews, ideations of solutions, concept refinement and prototyping, as well as usability testing. As a result, a design recommendation is made with future testing suggested.