What must practitioners have regarding water supply?

Practitioners must have immediate access to hot and cold running water because this is essential for maintaining hygiene and safety standards in any hair care practice. Hot water is necessary for effectively cleaning tools and equipment, sanitizing surfaces, and providing comfort during client services, such as washing hair. Cold water is just as important for rinsing and can be beneficial for various hair treatments. This combination ensures that practitioners can meet the necessary health regulations and provide a quality experience for their clients.

Having just bottled water or only cold water would not fulfill the hygiene requirements and could lead to limitations in service offerings. Therefore, immediately having both hot and cold running water is vital for effective and compliant natural hair care practices.