How must new, disinfected, and cleaned tools and implements be stored?

Storing newly disinfected and cleaned tools and implements separately from all others is essential for maintaining hygiene and client safety in a cosmetology setting. This practice helps to prevent cross-contamination where clean tools might come into contact with dirty ones, which could introduce harmful bacteria or viruses.

By ensuring that disinfected tools are stored in a designated, separate area, you not only comply with best practices for infection control but also demonstrate professionalism and a commitment to the health and well-being of clients. This separation is a key aspect of maintaining a sanitary environment in accordance with Oregon's cosmetology regulations, which are designed to uphold high standards of safety in personal care services.

The other methods of storage highlighted do not meet these important hygiene and safety standards, which is why they are not suitable practices in a professional cosmetology environment.