New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 7 - HEALTH
Chapter 8 - RESIDENTIAL HEALTH FACILITIES
Part 3 - REGULATIONS GOVERNING RESIDENTIAL SHELTER CARE FACILITIES FOR CHILDREN
Section 7.8.3.97 - CHILDREN'S BEDS, CRIBS AND HIGH CHAIRS IN COMMUNITY HOMES

Universal Citation: 7 NM Admin Code 7.8.3.97

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 18, September 24, 2024

A. The following minimum requirements for beds must be met by a facility licensed pursuant to these regulations:

(1) Children's beds are at least 30 inches wide, of sturdy construction and in good repair.

(2) If bunk beds are used, the vertical distance between the mattresses is sufficient to allow each occupant to sit up comfortably in bed.

(3) Each bed has a clean, comfortable, nontoxic mattress which is waterproof or has a waterproof covering and a comfortable mattress pad.

(4) Each bed is provided with a clean, comfortable pillow and pillow case.

(5) Each bed is provided with two clean sheets and bedding that is appropriate for weather and climate.

(6) Beds are spaced at least 36 inches apart.

B. The following minimum requirements for cribs must be met by a facility licensed pursuant to these regulations:

(1) Cribs must be of sturdy construction with bars closely spaced so that a child's head cannot be caught between the bars.

(2) Cribs must have clean, individual crib size bedding.

(3) The crib mattress must be completely and securely covered with waterproof material.

(4) Stacking cribs is prohibited.

(5) The minimum spacing between cribs when occupied must be thirty (30") on all sides, except sides that are against a wall.

C. High chairs must have safety straps and be of non-tip construction.

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