OK, I got it, most didn't like this idea.
However, if you use this trick prior to pulling the plug when changing the oil, you will get zero oil on you. Zip, nada, none, also no need for the oil pan to be in the way until the plug is out, then put drain pan in place, release the vacuum and wa-la the oil goes into the pan, no mess.
And yes, this trick will work with the oil filter as well, to remove it without a mess.
Put the motors oil plug back in, re-establish vacuum, punch a small hole in the bottom of the filter, place the drain pan under the hole and release the vacuum...