Abstract: An apron is placed in a lap of a seated wearer to protect the legs and lower torso of the wearer, and the seating surface on which the wearer is seated. The apron device is characterized by a defined cup area which allows a beverage container to be positioned in the crotch area of the seated wearer, and which aids in positioning of the device over the wearer. The device may be held in place by positioning an automotive type seat belt over the upper portion of the apron.

Abstract: Combination shoulder pad and brassiere strap cushion (brassiere strap) apparatus includes a pair of panels which fold in the middle. The bra strap is disposed between the two pads and is held in place by fastening elements which secure the two portions of the pads together. When folded, the outer edge of the apparatus comprises a flat line at the outer edge of the shoulder, and extending inwardly from the outer edge is a pair of edges which curve inwardly and terminate at the inside of the user's shoulder, or adjacent to the user's neck.

Abstract: A disposable hand covering having a stiffened cuff is disclosed. The hand covering can be used to handle contaminated material and can then be removed by the wearer. The stiffened cuffs allow easy removal without contact with the contaminated outside of the hand covering. When the hand covering is removed, it everts to form a pouch. After eversion of the hand covering, sealing means on the stiffened cuffs allow closure of the pouch. The contaminated outside of the hand covering and any contaminated material which was held by the covered hand is contained within the pouch, allowing for safe disposal of the hand covering and its contents.