Self-Contained Sanitation System

Abstract

A self-contained sanitation system for handwashing hands of a user in the absence of running water is provided. The self-contained sanitation system comprises a base having a top surface, a bottom surface substantially opposite the top surface, and a perimeter side between the top surface and the bottom surface. A soap holder is mounted to the perimeter side of the base. A jar for holding a predetermined amount of water is positionable on the top surface of the base. The jar has an open end and a closed end. A spigot is mounted in the jar for selectively dispensing the water from the jar. Water dispensed from the jar through the spigot upon the hands of the user allows a user to hand wash in the absence of running water.

Description

CLAIM OF PRIORITY[0001]This patent application claims priority under 35 USC 119 (e) (1) from U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. NO. 62 / 272.545 tiled Dec. 29, 2015, of common inventorship herewith entitled. “Miracle Water Jar,” which is incorporated herein by reference as though the same were set forth in its entirety.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention pertains to the field of personal hygiene, and more specifically to the field of portable wafer collection and washing devices.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]Proper handwashing, by ourselves and others, is one of the most important hygiene that keeps us healthy and even alive as adults. Nearly two million patients nationwide get an infection in hospitals and about ninety thousands of these patients die as a result of their infection. Infections are also a complication of care in other settings including long term care facilities, clinics and dialysis centers. Failure to perform appropriate hand hygiene is conside...

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Benefits of technology

The present invention introduces a self-contained sanitation system that allows for hand washing in the absence of running water. It consists of a base with a soap holder and a jar for holding water, which is dispensed through a spigot on the user's hands. The jar is positioned inside the indentation on the top surface of the base, which is elevated by a stand. The system is portable and convenient for use in various situations where clean hands are necessary.

Problems solved by technology

Infections are also a complication of care in other settings including long term care facilities, clinics and dialysis centers.

Failure to perform appropriate hand hygiene is considered a leading cause of healthcare associated infections and spread of multi resistant organisms and has been recognized as a substantial contributor to outbreaks.

Effectively washing one's hands requires only approximately twenty seconds but in many locations around the world, indoor plumbing is entirely lacking or totally unreliable.

These same locations also experience high rates of communicable illnesses.

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