Texas Administrative Code
Title 26 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Part 1 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
Chapter 742 - MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR LISTED FAMILY HOMES
Subchapter E - BASIC CARE REQUIREMENTS
Section 742.507 - What additional requirements apply when an infant is sleeping or resting?
Current through Reg. 49, No. 38; September 20, 2024
(a) You must place an infant who is not yet able to turn over without assistance in a face-up sleeping position, unless you have a signed statement from a health-care professional stating that it is medically necessary for the infant to sleep in a different sleeping position.
(b) You may not lay a swaddled infant down to sleep or rest on any surface at any time, unless you have a signed statement from a health-care professional stating it is medically necessary for the infant to be swaddled while the infant is sleeping.
(c) An infant's head, face, or crib must not be covered by items such as blankets, linens, or clothing at any time.
