(b) A valid, unexpired identification card issued by any state, territory, or district of the United States; (c) A valid, unexpired United States passport; (d) A naturalization certificate issued by the United States Department of Homeland Security; (e) A valid, unexpired alien registration receipt card (green card); or (f) A valid, unexpired employment authorization card issued by the United States Department of Homeland Security. (2) A person operating a massage establishment must: (a) Immediately present, upon the request of an investigator of the department or a law enforcement officer: 1. Valid government identification while in the establishment. 2. A copy of the documentation specified in (b) Ensure that each employee and any person performing massage therapy in the massage establishment is able to immediately present, upon the request of an investigator of the department or a law enforcement officer, valid government identification while in the establishment. (3) A person who violates any provision of this section commits: (a) For a first violation, a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083. (b) For a second violation, a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083. paragraph (1)(a) for each employee and any person performing massage therapy in the establishment. 1. Demonstrate commitment to provide the highest quality massage therapy/bodywork to those who seek their professional service. 2. Acknowledge the inherent worth and individuality of each person by not discriminating or behaving in any prejudicial manner with clients and/or colleagues. 3. Demonstrate professional excellence through regular self-assessment of strengths, limitations and effectiveness by continued education and training. 4. Acknowledge the confidential nature of the professional relationship with clients and respect each client’s right to privacy within the constraints of the law. 5. Project a professional image and uphold the highest standards of professionalism. 6. Accept responsibility to do no harm to the physical, mental and emotional well-being of self, clients and associates. Rules of Ethics The Rules of Ethics are mandatory and direct specific standards of minimally acceptable professional conduct for all members of the association. The Rules of Ethics are enforceable for all association members, and any members who violate this Code shall be subject to disciplinary action. Massage therapists/practitioners shall: 1. Conduct all business and professional activities within their scope of practice and all applicable legal and regulatory requirements. 2. Refrain from engaging in any sexual conduct or sexual activities involving their clients in the course of a massage therapy session.
engage, or to engage or attempt to engage the patient, in sexual activity outside the scope of practice or the scope of generally accepted examination or treatment of the patient. Sexual misconduct in the practice of massage therapy is prohibited. 480.049—Civil Proceedings As cumulative to any other remedy or criminal prosecution, the department may file a proceeding in the name of the state seeking issuance of a restraining order, injunction, or writ of mandamus against any person who is or has been violating any of the provisions of this act or the lawful rules or orders of the department. 480.052—Power of County or Municipality to Regulate Massage A county or municipality, within its jurisdiction, may regulate persons and establishments licensed under this chapter. Such regulation shall not exceed the powers of the state under this act or be inconsistent with this act. This section shall not be construed to prohibit a county or municipality from enacting any regulation of persons or establishments not licensed pursuant to this act. 480.0535—Documents Required While Working in a Massage Establishment (1) In order to provide the department and law enforcement agencies the means to more effectively identify, investigate, and arrest persons engaging in human trafficking, a person employed by a massage establishment and any person performing massage therapy therein must immediately present, upon the request of an investigator of the department or a law enforcement officer, valid government identification while in the establishment. A valid government identification for the purposes of this section is: (a) A valid, unexpired driver license issued by any state, territory, or district of the United States; A code is a set of rules which an individual lives by either in their personal life or in their professional career. In most industries, they create a code of ethics or conduct which they expect they expect their employees to adhere to. The codes may address ethical behavior, dress code, and actions. Adherence to the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) Code is a prerequisite for admission for membership as well. The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork, Inc. (NCBTMB) requires behavior that justifies public trust and confidence. The individual with NCBTMB certification must engage in actions to enhance the reputation of the profession and which will also safeguard the interest of individual clients. The National Association of Massage Therapy (NAMT) code of ethics is a summary statement of the standards of conduct that define ethical behavior for the massage therapist. Adherence to the code is a prerequisite for admission to and continued membership in NAMT. AMTA—American Massage Therapy Association Code of Ethics (AMTA, 2023) The Principles of Ethics form the first part of the Code of Ethics. They are aspirational and inspirational model standards of exemplary professional conduct for all members of the association. These Principles should not be regarded as limitations or restrictions, but as goals for which members should constantly strive. Massage therapists/practitioners shall:
(c) For a third or subsequent violation, a felony of the third degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082, s. 775.083, or s. 775.084. PROFESSIONAL ETHICAL CODE OF CONDUCT FOR MASSAGE THERAPISTS
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