The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to the following while they are engaged in the personal performance of the duties of their respective professions:
(A) Physicians, surgeons, chiropractors, osteopaths or physical therapists who are duly licensed to practice their respective professions in the state;
(B) Nurses who are registered under the laws of the state;
(C) Barbers and beauticians who are duly licensed under the laws of the state; except that, this exemption shall apply solely to the massaging of the neck, face, scalp and hair; or manicurists or pedicurists and shall apply solely to the massaging of the hands or feet of the patron for cosmetic or beautifying purposes;
(D) The giving of massages, by a licensee, interns or students currently enrolled in an educational course or program the purpose of which is to obtain a degree or certification to perform massages, offered by an employer for the benefit of its employees, including, but not limited to, an employer’s health benefit or wellness program when offered to employees only, and only during the duration of the employer sanctioned event and complying with all health related provisions of this chapter; and
(E) Students practicing internships at a state licensed massage school under the direct supervision of a qualified instructor offered by an employer for the benefit of its employees, including, but not limited to, an employer’s health benefit or wellness program when offered to employees only, and only during the duration of the employer sanctioned event and complying with all health related provisions of this chapter.
(Ord. 760, passed 3-9-2016)