Weekly Report

Weekly Report

Period Ending 27 March 2000
Progress:

Visited Metropolitan Fire Brigade

Spoke with Mark Swiney
Obtained building codes (classification & smoke alarm placement)
Defined our target buildings
Researched smoke alarm requirements/laws
Obtained existing information, pamphlets

Clarified project

Meeting/presentation with Mr. Horasan, Mr. Kilmartin, & Mr. Taylor

on Thurs (see attached)

Devised preliminary outline of what topics will be included in our pamphlet:

What does a smoke alarm do?
What types/options/brands are there, and what are the differences?
How much do they cost?
Where can I buy them?
How many do I need and where do they go?
What maintenance is required?
How (often) do I replace the battery?

Researched specific survey methods

Devising classroom methodology
Visited Victoria State Library

Spoke with John Hardcastle regarding design, layout, & effective visual

communication. He is getting back to us this week with contact and information.

Updated Methodology
Local school groups communication:

Faxed abstract to AMES

CAE still in communication phase

Reviewed Standards 1670.6 for placement and maintenance

Completed draft outline

Updated Appendix A

Problems:

Establishing communication with Barbara at CAE

Weekly goals:

Complete classroom agenda including research & design of survey (test)
Finalize appointments with CAE & AMES
Revisit John Hardcastle