Hydration for Traffic Controllers
Vest and pack on mannequin, drinking valve and pack buckle visible
Hydration hip pack and vest for Traffic Control Persons (TCPs) working in summer conditions. Many TCPs in Vancouver are female, and so they are the primary target market. 3 interviews were conducted with Traffic Control Persons who identified as female, and they said it is difficult for them to access food/drink that they are not carrying on their person.
Hose routing velcro + webbing tabs on pack
Features:
3L hydration bladder (2L-2.5L bladder better for smaller women)
Foam back panel for comfort during summer conditions
Hang loop on pack for storage during porta potty visits
hidden hydration hose routing and slim pack profile for clean aesthetic
Velcro fasteners for hose routing provide tear-away capability
Interior hose routing on vest
3L off-the-shelf bladder used, smaller bladder would be suitable for smaller women
Future Development: Create a physical model with all materials required for safe jobsite use, including hip pack center front fastener with tear-away capability. Test with a user for an hour on the jobsite, to get feedback on performance.
