November 13, 2014
Massages are often thought of as a luxury, but in reality their benefits to overall psychological and physical health should make them a necessity for just about anyone trying to take better care of their body. At the same time, the therapists who provide this valuable service are often carting around heavy equipment and driving long distances to meet client demands, which can lead to unsafe situations and serious injuries. Below, you’ll find a list of training topics that are required for most Massage Therapists.
Bloodborne Pathogens OSHA Regulation: 1910.1030(g)(2)
Required for employees that may be occupationally exposed to blood or potentially infectious materials. See full OSHA regulation for more details.
Annually.
Emergency Evacuation OSHA Regulation: 1910.38(e)
If fire extinguishers are provided in your workplace and/or anyone will be evacuating during a fire or other emergency. See full OSHA regulation for more details.
When there is a change.
First Aid OSHA Regulation: 1910.266 App B
In the absence of a nearby hospital or clinic (more than 4 minutes away), a designated employee should be trained to render first aid. See full OSHA regulation for more details.
Retraining for life threatening emergencies should occur annually. Retraining for non-life-threatening response should occur ‘periodically’.
Hand Hygiene
Annually
Hand, Wrist and Finger
Annually
Ergonomics
Annually
CPR & AED
Annually
