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 Q - RECREATION ACTIVITIES
Division 4 - WILDERNESS HIKING AND CAMPING EXCURSIONS
Section 748.3843 - What are the requirements for monitoring children's safety and health during hiking or camping excursions?
Current through Reg. 49, No. 38; September 20, 2024
Caregivers participating in the hiking or camping activity must ensure that:
(1) Each child participating in the hiking or camping activity has the clothing, equipment, and provisions necessary to protect the child from the environment, including insect repellent and sunscreen;
(2) A child does not carry a load of more than 30% of the child's body weight;
(3) Hiking does not exceed the physical capabilities of the weakest member of the group. If a participating child cannot or will not hike, the group must not continue unless other provisions have been made to care for the child;
(4) In temperatures above 80 degrees Fahrenheit:
(5) Potable water is available at each campsite. Caregivers must verify water cache location information before the group leaves camp each day, if applicable.
