Dispenser having timing means, multisensory output and means of tracking usage number
US6375038B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 12, 2000 |
| Grant date | Apr 23, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 12, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG09B19/0076
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention in the simplest form is a dispenser that is a teaching tool and uses audio and visual means to promote compliance with proper washing techniques. A detection means is used to commence a time interval, and washing instructions are used to communicate with the user as an instructional tool in washing. There is a feedback response during the washing cycle to walk the user through the washing cycle and provide progress indicators during the cycle. A usage indicator tracks the number of usages as part of a management tool of assessing overall employee performance.
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