Method of timing hand washing

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2007-12-25

2007-12-25

Nguyen, Kien T. (Department: 3711)

Education and demonstration

Psychology

Reexamination Certificate

active

11018257

ABSTRACT:
A hand washing device and method encouraging hand washing includes a display panel, a message “WASH UP with Soap and Water. Get rid of germs in only 15 seconds.” and may have one of a variety of timing means to time the wash cycle or the user may use an ordinary clock. Germ illustrations indicate consequences. The panel is on personal and public use soap dispensers and return springs are used as the timing device.

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Minnesota Department of Health, “Comprehensive List of Handwashing Print Materials: Handwashing Tool Kit” 7 pages from www.health.state.mn.us/handhygiene/toolkit/about/materials.html.

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