Handmats

Abstract

A hand protection device, keeps hands clean, protect against germs, viruses, cuts, abrasions, heat, cold+grip property. The handmat protects the inside of a person hands. It sits directly in the palm of the user's hand. It can be used whenever and however a person wants. It attaches to a person's body or a bag to be conveniently used.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application is a continuation in part application and claims the benefit of priority of U.S. design patent application No. 29 / 579,058, filed Sep. 27, 2016, the contents of which are herein incorporated by reference.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates to personal protective equipment and, more particularly to hand protection for preventing the transmission of disease and protecting skin surfaces of the hands from contact injury.[0003]Surface contact of the hands with viruses and dangerous diseases is a primary means of transmission for colds, influenza, and other such maladies. While disinfecting with antibacterial wipes and lotions after contact with a potentially contaminated surfaces, such as door knobs, elevator buttons, stairway hand rails, and other surfaces presents one way of combatting these hazards, the user must have ready access to the disinfectant immediately following contact or they may risk un...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

The present invention is a handmat that includes a layer of padded material, such as neoprene or leather, and a slit at one end for attaching to a user. The handmat can also have a retaining clip or a lanyard for added security. In some embodiments, the handmat securement device has a retraction mechanism. The technical effects of this invention make it easier to attach and detach a handmat to a user, providing a comfortable and secure grip.

Problems solved by technology

While disinfecting with antibacterial wipes and lotions after contact with a potentially contaminated surfaces, such as door knobs, elevator buttons, stairway hand rails, and other surfaces presents one way of combatting these hazards, the user must have ready access to the disinfectant immediately following contact or they may risk unnecessary exposure.

Frictional injuries may occur with abrasions, cuts, pinched or ripped skin by grasping sharp objects or other objects that may impinge the user's skin.

A variety of work and safety gloves are available, but they are not typically carried in a variety of environments, such as an office setting, which are not normally associated with requiring work gloves as an item of personal protective gear.

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