Abstract: An electrical-cord retainer (10) designed to function in combination with an electrical or electronic receptacle (68), an electrical cord (60) and a wallplate (82). The retainer (10) is comprised of a integral structure consisting of a base (12) having a perimeter channel (22) which surrounds the base (12). The base includes a centered opening (16) into which is located and attached the electrical receptacle (68). The channel (22) includes a set of cord retaining slots (38) that are preferably located at 0°, 90°, 180°, and 270°. The retainer (10) functions by allowing the access electrical cord (60) to be wrapped around the perimeter channel (22). When a practical length of cord is reached the cord (60) is slipped into the closest cord retaining slot (38) prior to the plug end of the cord (60) being inserted into the electrical or electronic receptacle (68).

Abstract: A protective garment, jacket and/or pants, made of a fabric unit which includes an outer shell and an inner shell with a liner therebetween, these being secured together at edges thereof. The outer and inner shells are formed of light, non-moisture-absorbent fabric capable of withstanding high temperatures, and said liner is formed of relatively soft and heat resistant fabric and is thick enough to give the fabric unit a predetermined thickness and to act as a spacer to allow for air insulation and circulation.