{"id":13324,"date":"2014-11-13T00:06:56","date_gmt":"2014-11-13T05:06:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.atlantictraining.com\/blog\/?p=13324"},"modified":"2021-07-02T09:33:08","modified_gmt":"2021-07-02T09:33:08","slug":"massage-therapist-safety-training","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.atlantictraining.com\/blog\/massage-therapist-safety-training\/","title":{"rendered":"Massage Therapist Safety Training"},"content":{"rendered":"
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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\u2019ll find a list of training topics that are required for most Massage Therapists.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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OSHA Required Training<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Bloodborne Pathogens\n OSHA Regulation: 1910.1030(g)(2)<\/span>\n <\/p>\n<\/h3>\n

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When OSHA Requires Bloodborne Pathogens Training:<\/h2>\n

Required for employees that may be occupationally exposed to blood or potentially infectious materials. See full OSHA regulation<\/a> for more details.<\/p>\n

Training Frequency<\/h2>\n

Annually.<\/p>\n

Downloadable Bloodborne Pathogens Training Resources (free):<\/h2>\n