21 ncac 30 .0513             FACILITY REQUIREMENTS

The practice of massage and bodywork therapy shall be conducted in facilities that are safe and sanitary. With the exception of treatments that are given at the location of a client, or treatments given at a temporary location lasting not more than 14 days such as a trade show, sporting event or community festival, licensees shall assure that the facility in which they practice:

(1)           is in compliance with all local building code requirements, state fire safety codes, and state health inspection codes;

(2)           provides toilet and lavatory facilities with hot and cold running water; and

(3)           provides clean shower facilities on the premises, if equipped with a whirlpool bath, sauna, steam cabinet, or steam room.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 90-626(9);

Eff. September 2, 2005;

Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. November 12, 2014.