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12/12/2011 <br /> A. Physicians, surgeons, chiropractors, osteopaths, nurses or any physical <br /> therapists duly licensed to practice their respective professions in the State of <br /> California and working within the scope of their licenses. This exemption <br /> applies to Massage Practitioners or other persons working under the direction <br /> of said professional in conformance with state law. <br /> B. Barbers, cosmetologists, estheticians, and manicurists who are duly licensed <br /> under the laws of the State of California while engaging in practices within the <br /> scope of their licenses, except that this provision shall apply solely to the <br /> massaging of the neck, face, hands and feet, and/or scalp of the customers, <br /> and this exception shall not apply to full body work or full body massage. <br /> C. Hospitals, nursing homes, sanatoriums, or other any health facilities duly <br /> licensed by the State of California. <br /> D. Accredited junior colleges and colleges or universities whose coaches and <br /> trainers are acting within the scope of their employment. <br /> E. Trainers of amateur, semi-professional or professional athletes or athletic <br /> teams while engaging in their training responsibilities for and with athletes; <br /> and trainers working in conjunction with a specific athletic event such as an <br /> outdoor road or bike race. <br /> F. Health clubs, health spa, gymnasium, or other similar facility designed or <br /> intended for general physical exercise or conditioning in which the furnishing <br /> of massage or bathing services or facilities is subordinate and incidental, <br /> except that the person performing massage services shall obtain a State <br /> Certification and City Certificate of Registration in conformance with this <br /> chapter. <br /> Sec. 18A.10. HEALTH AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS <br /> All premises of Certified Massage Businesses shall be subject to periodic <br /> inspection by the City for compliance with health, safety, and building standards <br /> and all such establishments shall comply with the following requirements: <br /> A. Health and safety requirements -facility: <br /> 1. One artificial white light of not less than forty (40) watts or equivalent <br /> shall be provided in each room where massage is being administered. <br /> 2. The walls shall be clean and painted with an approved washable mold <br /> resistant paint in all rooms where water or steam baths are given. <br /> 3. Floors shall be free from any accumulation of dust, dirt, or refuse. <br /> 4. All equipment used in the massage operation shall be maintained in a <br /> clean and sanitary condition. <br /> 5. Dressing and locker facilities shall be provided for patrons. Security <br /> deposit facilities for the protection of the valuables of the patrons shall <br /> also be available. <br /> 11 <br /> ATTY/ORD.359/MASSAGE ORD.#2372 <br /> 102811 MUFF#305 <br />