What is wet disinfectant not allowed to be used for?

Wet disinfectant is specifically designed for active disinfection purposes, allowing the immediate and effective germicidal actions needed to reduce pathogens on surfaces. However, it is not intended for storage purposes. Storing instruments in wet disinfectant can dilute the disinfectant's effectiveness, leading to inadequate cleaning and potential contamination; disinfectants must retain their potency to ensure they effectively kill harmful microbes.

Immediate disinfection of surfaces, soaking instruments, and disinfecting high-touch areas are all appropriate uses of wet disinfectant, as these tasks require direct contact with pathogens and benefit from the quick action of the disinfectant. Thus, while wet disinfectant is essential in ensuring sanitary conditions, its role is not as a storage medium, which could compromise safety and hygiene standards.