A plurality of socks each has a closed end, an open end and an intermediate extent
there between. Each sock has an elastomeric pad. The pads each have an upper face
in secure contact to the intermediate extent. The pads each have a lower face with
projections in rows and columns integrally formed with the pad for traction purposes.
The socks are designated "one size fits all" and are arranged in pairs. A plurality
of containers containing pairs of socks of a common size are to be selected by
a passenger to be screened for security purposes.