Apparatus and methods for monitoring compliance with recommended hand-washing practices
US6882278B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 21, 2003 |
| Grant date | Apr 19, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 10, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02A90/10
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method for monitoring compliance with recommended hand-washing practices is disclosed. The method involves detecting the occurrence of an event that is specified in a hand-washing rule. The method also involves determining whether a person who is involved in the event complies with the hand-washing rule. If the person does not comply with the hand-washing rule, the method may involve triggering a reminder alarm. The method may also involve determining whether the person washes his or her hands within a period of time subsequent to the reminder alarm. Compliance data that is related to compliance with the hand-washing rule may be updated.
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