Texas Administrative Code
Title 26 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Part 1 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
Chapter 748 - MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR GENERAL RESIDENTIAL OPERATIONS
Subchapter P - PHYSICAL SITE
Division 6 - PLAY EQUIPMENT AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Section 748.3477 - What are the specific safety requirements for swings?
Current through Reg. 49, No. 38; September 20, 2024
(a) All swing seats must be constructed of durable, lightweight, rubber or plastic material.
(b) Edges of all swing seats must be smooth or rounded and have no protrusions.
(c) Swings must not be attached to a composite play structure (a playscape or structure containing equipment for a variety of activities).
(d) Only children under four years old may use a bucket swing, and only if an adult is present to lift and secure the child into the swing. The distance between the protective surfacing and the bottom of a bucket swing must be at least 24 inches to minimize the likelihood of unsupervised young children climbing into the swing.
(e) Tire swings must:
