A. It is unlawful for any massage establishment to operate unless the massage establishment premises and operation comply with the following minimum requirements:
1. Signs. A readable sign must be posted at the main entrance identifying the establishment as a massage establishment, provided, however, that all such signs must otherwise comply with the sign requirements of this code.
2. Disinfection of instruments. Instruments used for massage must be disinfected before each use. Where instruments for massage are employed, adequate quantities of supplies for disinfection must be available during all hours of operation.
3. Water. Hot and cold running water must be provided at all times.
4. Linen storage. Closed cabinets must be utilized for the storage of clean towels and linen. After use, towels and linen must be removed and stored in a separate container until laundered.
5. Sanitary conditions. All walls, ceilings, floors, steam and vapor rooms, and all other physical facilities for the massage establishment must be kept in good repair and be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
6. Clean linen. Clean and sanitary towels and linens must be provided for patrons receiving massage services. No common use of towels or linens is permitted.
7. Compliance with laws. The premises to be used must at all times comply with all applicable state and local laws and regulations.
B. A register of all individuals employed as massage technicians, and copies of their current CAMTC certifications and massage technician business licenses, must be maintained and available for inspection at all times during regular business hours.
C. Each person present in any area of the massage establishment outside the waiting area or other areas open to any member of the public must be a certified massage practitioner or certified massage therapist or the massage establishment owner.
D. The permits and certifications required by this chapter must be displayed in an open and conspicuous public place on the premises.
(Ord. 2012-05 § 2 (part), 2012)