Texas Administrative Code
Title 26 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Part 1 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
Chapter 746 - MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR CHILD-CARE CENTERS
Subchapter H - BASIC CARE REQUIREMENTS FOR INFANTS
Section 746.2411 - Are play yards allowed?
Universal Citation: 26 TX Admin Code ยง 746.2411
Current through Reg. 49, No. 38; September 20, 2024
You may use a play yard, which is a mesh or fabric sided crib, if it meets the following safety requirements:
(1) The play yards must be used according to the manufacturer's instructions, including the cleaning of the play yards;
(2) Play yards must have:
(A) A firm, flat mattress that snugly fits
the sides of the play yard and that is designed by the manufacturer
specifically for this play yard model number. The mattress must not be
supplemented with additional foam material or pads;
(B) Sheets that fit snugly and do not present
an entanglement hazard;
(C) A
mattress that is waterproof or washable;
(D) Secure mattress support hangers, and no
loose hardware or improperly installed or damaged parts;
(E) A minimum height of 22 inches from the
top of the railing to the mattress support at its lowest level;
(F) Folded sides that securely latch in place
when raised;
(G) For play yards
that have mesh sides, mesh openings that are 1/4 inch or less;
(H) Mesh or fabric that is securely attached
to the top rail, side rail, and floor plate; and
(I) A label with the infant's name. As an
alternative, you may label play yards with a number and have a number/infant
assignment map available; and
(3) You must never leave an infant in a play yard with a side folded down.
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