What should be done after using a disinfectant product?

After using a disinfectant product, allowing tools to air dry is essential for ensuring that the disinfectant has sufficient contact time to effectively kill pathogens. Air drying enables the disinfectant to work as designed, allowing it to remain on the surface longer, which maximizes its efficacy in eliminating germs and bacteria. This is particularly important because many disinfectants require a certain amount of time to act before they can be considered effective.

If tools are rinsed with warm water or wiped off immediately, it can remove the disinfectant before it has had the chance to work effectively, thereby diminishing its disinfectant properties. Storing tools in a dry cabinet after they have been disinfected is beneficial for maintaining cleanliness, but it doesn't address the critical aspect of allowing the disinfectant to act properly on the surfaces first.