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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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 1 - SANITATION AND HEALTH PRACTICES › Section 748.3013 - What are the parameters for sinks used for food service or food preparation?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
All sinks that you use for food service or food
						preparation must be supplied with hot and cold running water under
						pressure.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 1 - SANITATION AND HEALTH PRACTICES › Section 748.3015 - How must caregivers handle bodily fluids that require universal precautions?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Caregivers must follow universal precautions outlined by
						the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) when handling blood, vomit, or other
						bodily fluids that may contain blood, including:
(1) Using disposable, nonporous
					 gloves;
(2) Placing gloves
					 contaminated with blood in a tied, sealed, or otherwise closed plastic bag and
					 discarding them immediately;
(3)
					 Discarding all other gloves in a sanitary manner immediately after one
					 use;
(4) Washing hands with soap
					 and running water after using and disposing of the gloves;
(5) Disposing the bodily fluids in accordance
					 with local regulations. Where local disposal regulations do not exist, the
					 Department of State Health Services must be consulted regarding the appropriate
					 disposal procedures and their recommendations must be followed; and
(6) Disposing disposable syringes, needles,
					 and other sharp items used by persons for injections or for medical or other
					 procedures in a hard plastic, leak and puncture-resistant container immediately
					 after use, and keep them inaccessible to children.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 1 - SANITATION AND HEALTH PRACTICES › Section 748.3017 - Are animals allowed at my operation?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a)
					 Yes; if:
(1) You have documentation at your
					 operation showing dogs and cats have been vaccinated for rabies as required by
					 Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 826; and
(2) All animals on the premises, including
					 pets and livestock, are treated according to a licensed veterinarian's
					 recommendations to protect the health and safety of children. If you choose to
					 have animals on the premises, you must ensure that the animals do not create
					 health problems or a health risk for children.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 1 - SANITATION AND HEALTH PRACTICES › Section 748.3019 - Must I use a licensed exterminator to treat my operation for insects, rodents, and other pests?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) You may treat your
					 operation for pests only if the Structural Pest Control Board or Texas
					 Department of Agriculture has certified you as a noncommercial
					 applicator.
(b) Otherwise, you must
					 use a pest control operator licensed by the Texas Structural Pest Control Board
					 or Texas Department of Agriculture to prevent, control, or eliminate pest
					 infestations at your operation.
(c)
					 For therapeutic camp services, you must maintain a vector control program to
					 ensure effective control of all insects and rodents in the buildings and on the
					 premises of your permanent camp. If chemical control is needed, then you must
					 comply with subsections (a) and (b) of this section.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 1 - SANITATION AND HEALTH PRACTICES › Section 748.3021 - How must I protect children from dangerous tools and equipment?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Dangerous tools and equipment, such as hatchets, saws,
						and axes must be stored, so they are inaccessible to children. Children may use
						these tools and equipment with caregiver supervision, as appropriate based on
						the child's age, maturity, and treatment issues.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 2 - NATURAL GAS AND LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM › Section 748.3061 - When must my operation be inspected for gas leaks?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Your operation must be inspected for gas leaks:
(1) Before we issue your initial permit;
					 and
(2) At least once every 24
					 months from the date of the last inspection for gas leaks.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 2 - NATURAL GAS AND LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM › Section 748.3063 - Who must conduct a gas leak inspection at my operation?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) If your operation uses natural gas, a
					 licensed plumber or a gas company official must conduct the gas leak
					 inspection.
(b) If your operation
					 uses liquefied propane (LP) gas, you must have your LP-gas system inspected for
					 proper installation and leaks by:
(1) A
					 licensed LP-gas servicing company; or
(2) A licensed plumber who is also licensed
					 with the LP-gas section of the Texas Railroad Commission.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 2 - NATURAL GAS AND LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM › Section 748.3065 - What documentation must I maintain regarding gas leak inspections?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) A written gas inspection report must show
					 your gas system is free of leaks and must indicate the date of the inspection,
					 as well as the name and telephone number of the inspector.
(b) You must keep the most recent inspection
					 report at your operation to verify the inspection date and findings.
(c) You must comply with all corrections,
					 conditions, or restrictions specified in the gas inspection report within the
					 timeframes specified by the inspector.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 3 - FIRE SAFETY PRACTICES › Section 748.3101 - When must I have a fire inspection?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
You must have a fire inspection:
(1) Before we issue your initial permit;
					 and
(2) At least once every 12
					 months from the date of the last fire inspection.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 3 - FIRE SAFETY PRACTICES › Section 748.3103 - Who must conduct a fire inspection?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) A state or local fire inspector must
					 conduct the inspection.
(b) If an
					 inspector cannot conduct an inspection, you must provide documentation of this
					 from a state or local fire inspector or county judge.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 3 - FIRE SAFETY PRACTICES › Section 748.3105 - What documentation must I maintain regarding a fire inspection?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) You must keep the most recent
					 fire-inspection report, letter, or checklist at the operation to verify the
					 inspection date and findings. The report must include the inspector's name and
					 telephone number.
(b) You must
					 comply with the local code and all corrections, restrictions, or conditions
					 specified by the inspector in the fire-inspection report, letter, or
					 checklist.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 3 - FIRE SAFETY PRACTICES › Section 748.3107 - What type of smoke-detection system must I have?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) Your operation must have an operable
					 smoke-detection system that is audible throughout the building. This may be:
(1) An electronic fire alarm and
					 smoke-detection system; or
(2)
					 Individual electric or battery-operated smoke detectors located according to
					 the state or local fire inspector's recommendations. If no fire inspector is
					 available or able to give recommendations, smoke detectors must be located in
					 the following areas:
(A) In hallways or open
					 areas outside sleeping rooms; and
(B) On each level of a building with multiple
					 levels.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 3 - FIRE SAFETY PRACTICES › Section 748.3109 - How must smoke detectors be installed at my operation?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) Smoke detectors must be installed and
					 maintained according to the manufacturer's instructions or in compliance with
					 the state or local fire inspector's instructions.
(b) Batteries must be changed annually or
					 sooner, as required to maintain operable smoke detector units.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 3 - FIRE SAFETY PRACTICES › Section 748.3111 - How often must the smoke detectors at my operation be tested?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) The administrator or designee must test
					 all battery-operated smoke detectors monthly by pressing the test button or
					 switch on the unit. The date of the test and the name of the employee who does
					 the testing must be documented and kept at the operation for review.
(b) A company licensed by the State Fire
					 Marshal, or the state or local fire inspector, must test an electronic smoke
					 alarm system at least annually. You must keep documentation of the inspection
					 at the operation for review. The documentation must indicate the date of the
					 inspection and the inspector's name and telephone number.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 3 - FIRE SAFETY PRACTICES › Section 748.3113 - Must my operation have a fire-extinguishing system?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) Your operation must have a
					 fire-extinguishing system, which may be a sprinkler system and/or fire
					 extinguishers.
(b) The state or
					 local fire inspector must approve the sprinkler system and/or fire
					 extinguishers in your operation. If an inspector cannot conduct an inspection,
					 you must have at least one fire extinguisher in the operation rated not less
					 than 3A:40BC.
(c) Any fire
					 extinguisher that has been used or has lost operating pressure must be serviced
					 or replaced immediately with an equivalent unit.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 3 - FIRE SAFETY PRACTICES › Section 748.3115 - How often must I inspect and service the fire extinguisher(s)?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
You must inspect the fire extinguisher(s) monthly and
						ensure:
(1) There will be no
					 interference with access to the extinguisher in an emergency, for example,
					 there are no objects blocking access;
(2) Fire extinguishers are accessible for
					 immediate use by employees, caregivers, and volunteers; and
(3) Fire extinguishers are serviced as
					 required by manufacturer's instructions, or as required by the state or local
					 fire inspector.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 3 - FIRE SAFETY PRACTICES › Section 748.3117 - How often must the state or local fire inspector inspect fire extinguisher(s)?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) A
					 company licensed by the State Fire Marshal must inspect each fire extinguisher
					 at least annually and conduct any required service or testing. Newly purchased
					 fire extinguishers do not require inspection during the first 12 months of
					 service unless indicated by the monthly inspection.
(b) You must keep documentation of the
					 inspection and/or the purchase of new fire extinguishers at the operation for
					 review. The documentation must indicate the date of the inspection and the
					 inspector's name and telephone number.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 3 - FIRE SAFETY PRACTICES › Section 748.3119 - How often must a fire sprinkler system be inspected?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) If your operation has a fire sprinkler
					 system, a company licensed by the State Fire Marshal must inspect the fire
					 sprinkler system at least annually and conduct any required service or
					 testing.
(b) You must keep the most
					 recent inspection report at the operation for review. The documentation must
					 indicate the date of the inspection and the inspector's name and telephone
					 number.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 4 - HEATING DEVICES › Section 748.3161 - What steps must I take to ensure that heating devices do not present hazards to children?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) Gas appliances
					 must be safe and in good repair.
(b) Space heaters must be enclosed and have a
					 screen or guard.
(c) You must
					 ensure that children do not have access to floor and wall furnace grates, steam
					 and hot water pipes, and electric space heaters.
(d) If you use a fireplace or wood-burning
					 stove, it must be kept clean and have a screen or guard.
(e) You may not use a stove to heat any part
					 of the operation, including portable camp stoves.
(f) You may not use open flame or liquid fuel
					 heaters.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 5 - CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY PRACTICES › Section 748.3191 - Must I have a carbon monoxide detector-system?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
You must have an operable carbon monoxide detector-system
						if your operation has gas appliances. This may be:
(1) An electronic carbon monoxide
					 detector-system; or
(2) Individual
					 electric or battery-operated carbon monoxide detectors.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 5 - CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY PRACTICES › Section 748.3193 - How must carbon monoxide detectors be installed?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) You must install carbon monoxide
					 detectors that meet Underwriters Laboratories Inc. requirements (UL-Listed).
(1) You must install carbon monoxide
					 detectors according to manufacturer's specifications for proper location and
					 installation; and
(2) Furniture,
					 draperies, or other items must not cover up detectors.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 5 - CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY PRACTICES › Section 748.3195 - How must I maintain carbon monoxide detectors?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
You must maintain electric or battery-operated carbon
						monoxide detectors in compliance with the manufacturer's
						instructions.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 6 - EMERGENCY EVACUATION AND RELOCATION › Section 748.3231 - What is an emergency evacuation and relocation plan?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) An emergency evacuation and relocation
					 plan is a plan designed to ensure the safety of children during a fire, severe
					 weather conditions, or another type of emergency requiring evacuation or
					 relocation of children in care.
(b)
					 In an emergency, your first responsibility is to move all the children to a
					 designated safe area known to all employees, caregivers, and volunteers. Your
					 plan must also require the person in charge of your operation during the
					 emergency to:
(1) Designate an employee to
					 call the fire department in case of fire or danger of fire, explosion, toxic
					 fumes, or other chemical release. If the danger requires immediate evacuation
					 of the operation, this person must first evacuate the operation and then make
					 the necessary call from another location;
(2) Designate an employee responsible for
					 securing children's emergency numbers, emergency medical authorizations, and
					 medications during the emergency;
(3) Once the person in charge is at the
					 designated safe area, account for all children who were in attendance at the
					 time of the emergency; and
(4)
					 Ensure that no one uses elevators during a fire.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 6 - EMERGENCY EVACUATION AND RELOCATION › Section 748.3233 - Must I have an emergency evacuation and relocation diagram?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) You must have a written emergency
					 evacuation and relocation diagram specifying directions for egress on file at
					 your operation.
(b) The emergency
					 evacuation and relocation diagram must show the following:
(1) A floor plan of your operation;
(2) The designated location outside of the
					 operation where all caregivers and children meet to ensure everyone has exited
					 the operation safely;
(3) The
					 designated location inside the operation where all caregivers and children take
					 shelter from threatening weather; and
(4) At least two exit routes that:
(A) Are located in distant parts of the
					 building and lead to the outside;
(B) Are not blocked in any way, including
					 with furniture or equipment;
(C)
					 Are not through a kitchen or other hazardous area, unless specifically approved
					 in writing by the state or local fire inspector. The written approval must be
					 signed and dated by the state or local fire inspector and maintained at your
					 operation for our review;
(D) Are
					 not a window, unless children and caregivers are physically able to exit
					 through the window to the ground outside safely and quickly;
(E) Are not doors or windows that are locked
					 and require a key to open from the inside, unless specifically approved in
					 writing by the state or local fire inspector. The written approval must be
					 signed and dated by the state or local fire inspector and maintained at your
					 operation for our review;
(F) Do
					 not lead into a pool area; and
(G)
					 If above the ground level, are served by standard stairs and do not require
					 ladders, folding stairs, or trap doors to gain access to the ground
					 floor.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 6 - EMERGENCY EVACUATION AND RELOCATION › Section 748.3235 - Where must I post the emergency evacuation and relocation diagram?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
You must post the emergency evacuation and relocation
						diagram in a prominent and visible location in all buildings used by an
						employee, volunteer, or child.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 6 - EMERGENCY EVACUATION AND RELOCATION › Section 748.3237 - What other safety provisions must I make?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) Closet door latches must allow children
					 to open the door from the inside of the closet.
(b) In case of electrical failure, you must
					 have an operable source of emergency lighting that is approved by the state or
					 local fire inspector, or operable battery-powered lighting.
(c) Children must be able to open emergency
					 exit doors easily from the inside, unless specifically approved in writing by
					 the state or local fire inspector. The written approval must be signed and
					 dated by the state or local fire inspector and maintained at your operation for
					 our review.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 6 - EMERGENCY EVACUATION AND RELOCATION › Section 748.3239 - How often must I practice my emergency evacuation and relocation plans?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) You must practice an unannounced fire
					 drill at least once every six months from the date of the last fire drill.
					 During each drill:
(1) You must set off a
					 fire alarm or smoke detector;
(2)
					 The participants must use alternate exit routes;
(3) The children must be able to safely exit
					 the building to the designated meeting place within three minutes;
					 and
(4) The participants must not
					 use elevators.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 7 - FIRST-AID KITS › Section 748.3271 - Must I have a first-aid kit at my operation?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Yes. All separate living areas and buildings must have a
						complete first-aid kit available. A first-aid kit must also be available for
						all field trips. Each first-aid kit must be:
(1) Clearly labeled;
(2) Kept in a clean and sanitary
					 condition;
(3) In good condition
					 and not have expired medications or supplies;
(4) Easily accessible to all
					 employees;
(5) Stored in a
					 designated location known to all employees; and
(6) Kept out of the reach of
					 children.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 7 - FIRST-AID KITS › Section 748.3273 - What must each first-aid kit contain?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Each first-aid kit must contain at least the following
						supplies:
(1) A current guide to first
					 aid and emergency care;
(2)
					 Adhesive tape;
(3) Antiseptic
					 solution or wipes;
(4) Adhesive
					 bandages;
(5) Scissors;
(6) Sterile gauze pads;
(7) Thermometer;
(8) Tweezers; and
(9) Waterproof, disposable gloves.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 8 - PRODUCT SAFETY › Section 748.3281 - When is a product considered unsafe?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
A product is considered unsafe if, after it has been
						recalled for any reason by the United States Consumer Product Safety
						Commission:
(1) The recall has not
					 been rescinded; and
(2) The product
					 has not been made safe through being remanufactured or retrofitted.
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 O - SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PRACTICES › Division 8 - PRODUCT SAFETY › Section 748.3283 - What are my responsibilities regarding unsafe products at my operation?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) You are
					 responsible for reviewing the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission
					 (CPSC) recall list. You may view all current and past recalls through the
					 CPSC's Internet website at
www.cpsc.gov
. You
					 must ensure that there are no unsafe products at your operation unless one or
					 more of the following apply:
(1) The product
					 is an antique or collectible and is not used by, or accessible, to any child;
					 or
(2) The unsafe product is being
					 retrofitted to make it safe and the product is not used by, or accessible, to
					 any child.
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 1 - GROUNDS AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS › Section 748.3301 - What general physical site requirements must my operation meet?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) Buildings, including exterior and
					 interior surfaces (such as walls, floors, and ceilings), must:
(1) Be structurally sound and not pose a risk
					 to the health and safety of children;
(2) Be clean and in good repair;
					 and
(3) Comply with applicable
					 building, plumbing, electrical, fire, and similar codes.
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 1 - GROUNDS AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS › Section 748.3303 - What parts of my operation must be ventilated?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Living quarters, recreation areas, dining areas,
						bathrooms, bedrooms, and kitchens must be adequately ventilated by at least one
						operable window or mechanical ventilation system.
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 1 - GROUNDS AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS › Section 748.3305 - What are the requirements for handrails, railings, and stairway and stairwell landings?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) Each ramp,
					 stairway, and steps exceeding two steps must have a well-secured handrail.
					 Stairs must have a minimum width of 36 inches.
(b) Each porch or deck that has over an
					 18-inch drop must have a well-secured railing.
(c) If a door opens directly to a stairway,
					 the door must be a minimum of 34 inches wide. There must be a landing between
					 the door and the stairs. The landing must be wide enough to allow the door to
					 open and a person to safely step on to the landing while closing the
					 door.
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 1 - GROUNDS AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS › Section 748.3307 - What are the requirements for lighting?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) All living quarters must be provided with
					 electric services.
(b) The
					 following must be lighted in order to avoid accidents:
(1) Habitable rooms;
(2) Common use rooms, such as dining rooms,
					 living rooms, laundry rooms, and gymnasiums;
(3) Bathrooms;
(4) Hallways;
(5) Interior stairs;
(6) Outside steps and doorways;
(7) Porches;
(8) Ramps; and
(9) Fire escapes.
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 1 - GROUNDS AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS › Section 748.3309 - What are the requirements for a communication system?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Your operation must have:
(1) An operable telephone with an outside
					 line that is accessible to employees in emergencies. This telephone must have a
					 listed telephone number and not be coin-operated; and
(2) A communication system to allow employees
					 to contact other employees in the operation for assistance in an emergency or
					 as needed.
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 1 - GROUNDS AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS › Section 748.3311 - What are the requirements for using a tractor?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
You must never permit a child:
(1) Under 16 years old to operate a tractor;
					 or
(2) To ride as a passenger on a
					 tractor.
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 1 - GROUNDS AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS › Section 748.3313 - May I use water from a private water system?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
You may use water from a private water system if you
						maintain:
(1) The water supply in a
					 safe and sanitary manner; and
(2)
					 Written records indicating the private water supply meets the requirements of
					 the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
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 1 - GROUNDS AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS › Section 748.3315 - What are the requirements for running hot water?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
A thermostat must control the temperature of hot water
						accessible to children, so the water temperature is no higher than 120 degrees
						Fahrenheit.
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 1 - GROUNDS AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS › Section 748.3317 - May I use a septic system for sewage disposal?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
You may use a septic system for sewage disposal if the
						septic system:
(1) Is sanitary;
					 and
(2) Meets the standards of the
					 Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, including any routine inspections
					 required by law.
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 1 - GROUNDS AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS › Section 748.3319 - What "No Trespassing" signs must I post if my operation is a residential treatment center?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) If your operation
					 is a residential treatment center, you must post the "No Trespassing" signs
					 required by subsections (b) and (c) of this section.
(b) You may create your own "No Trespassing"
					 signs or use the ones we provide you, but the signs must:
(1) State that entry to the property is
					 forbidden;
(2) Include a
					 description of the provisions of §
												30.05, Penal Code,
					 including the penalties for violating §
												30.05, Penal
					 Code;
(3) Include the name and
					 address of the person under whose authority the notice is posted, unless your
					 operation provides trafficking victim services under Subchapter V of this
					 chapter (relating to Additional Requirements for Operations that Provide
					 Trafficking Victim Services);
(4)
					 Be written in English and Spanish; and
(5) Be at least 8-1/2 by 11 inches in
					 size.
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 1 - GROUNDS AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS › Section 748.3321 - What additional responsibilities do I have regarding the "No Trespassing" signs if my operation is a residential treatment center?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Regarding the "No Trespassing" signs described in §
											748.3319 of this chapter (relating
						to What "No Trespassing" signs must I post if my operation is a residential
						treatment center?), you:
(1) Must
					 ensure each "No Trespassing" sign is legible and reflects under whose authority
					 the sign is currently posted; and
(2) May request new "No Trespassing" signs
					 from us, as needed to ensure you are in compliance with the rules in this
					 chapter.
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 2 - INTERIOR SPACE › Section 748.3351 - What are the requirements for general living space?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
You must provide:
(1) Living space, appropriate furnishings,
					 and bathroom facilities that are safe, clean, and maintained in good
					 repair;
(2) Provisions for personal
					 storage space in the child's bedroom for each child's clothing and
					 belongings;
(3) At least 40 square
					 feet per child, including adult residents and children of caregivers residing
					 at the operation, of indoor activity space, excluding bedrooms, halls,
					 kitchens, bathrooms, and any other space not regularly available to a
					 child;
(4) Each bedroom with at
					 least one window with outside exposure as a source of natural light, unless you
					 were granted a permit by us prior to January 1, 2007, and your permit is still
					 valid; and
(5) Every bedroom window
					 with curtains, blinds, shades, or other provisions for rest and
					 privacy.
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 2 - INTERIOR SPACE › Section 748.3353 - May I use a video camera to supervise a child in the child's bedroom?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) Video cameras may be used to supervise
					 infants and toddlers.
(b) Video
					 cameras may not be used to supervise children, other than infants and toddlers
					 unless the:
(1) Parent, or other person
					 legally authorized to consent, consents to the use of the video camera;
					 and
(2) Child:
(A) Is younger than five years old;
(B) Has primary medical needs; or
(C) Requires heightened supervision, such as
					 a child who sleepwalks, experiences night terrors, engages in physically
					 aggressive or sexual behavior problems, or resides in a bedroom with such a
					 child. You must document the justification for the video camera in each child's
					 service plan, and each child must have other accessible and reasonable
					 locations where the child may change clothing in private.
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 2 - INTERIOR SPACE › Section 748.3355 - May I use an audio monitoring device to supervise a child in the child's bedroom?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) Audio
					 monitoring devices may be used to supervise infants and toddlers.
(b) Audio monitoring devices may not be used
					 to supervise other children, except infants and toddlers, unless the:
(1) Parent, or other person legally
					 authorized to consent, consents to the use of the audio monitoring device;
					 and
(2) Child:
(A) Is younger than five years old;
(B) Has primary medical needs; or
(C) Requires heightened supervision, such as
					 a child who sleepwalks, experiences night terrors, engages in physically
					 aggressive or sexual behavior problems, or resides in a bedroom with such a
					 child. You must document the justification for the audio monitoring device in
					 each child's service plan.
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 2 - INTERIOR SPACE › Section 748.3357 - What are the requirements for floor space in a bedroom used by a child?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) Floor space:
(1) Is space that a child can use for daily
					 activities;
(2) Does not include
					 closets or other alcoves; and
(3)
					 May not be averaged.
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 2 - INTERIOR SPACE › Section 748.3359 - What rooms may I not use as bedrooms?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
You may not use the following as bedrooms:
(1) Rooms commonly used for other purposes,
					 such as dining rooms, living rooms, hallways, porches or dens, except for a
					 child temporarily requiring close supervision or a child who is admitted to
					 your operation during sleeping hours (for the first night only). These
					 exceptions are permitted only if the child is provided with comfortable
					 sleeping arrangements and if supervision of the child is not
					 compromised;
(2) Rooms that are
					 passageways to other rooms; or
(3)
					 Basements; however, if prior to January 1, 2007, we granted you a permit, then
					 basements may be used as bedrooms as long as other relevant requirements are
					 met, and until:
(A) You move your operation to
					 a new building;
(B) You
					 structurally alter the current building by adding a new room; or
(C) Your permit is no longer valid.
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 2 - INTERIOR SPACE › Section 748.3361 - May a child in care share a bedroom with an adult caregiver ?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) Generally, each child should have the
					 child's own designated bedroom or share a bedroom with other
					 children.
(b) A child may share a
					 bedroom with an adult caregiver if:
(1) It is
					 in the best interest of the child;
(2) The child is under three years old and
					 sleeps in the bedroom of the caregiver; and
(3) The service planning team dates and
					 documents the approval in the child's service plan.
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 2 - INTERIOR SPACE › Section 748.3363 - May children of opposite genders share a bedroom?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) A child six years old or older must not
					 share a bedroom with a child of the opposite gender, unless:
(1) They are siblings;
(2) The older child is the younger child's
					 parent; or
(3) Both children are
					 non-ambulatory and receive treatment services for primary medical
					 needs.
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 2 - INTERIOR SPACE › Section 748.3365 - What are the requirements for beds and bedding?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) You must provide each child with an
					 individual bed or bunk bed in the child's bedroom that elevates the mattress
					 off of the floor. For infants and toddlers, a crib is allowable. For crib
					 requirements, see § 748.1751 of Title 40 (relating to What specific safety
					 requirements must my cribs meet?).
(b) Each bed being used by a child must have:
(1) A clean and comfortable mattress;
					 and
(2) A mattress with a cover or
					 protector if the child is not provided with a mattress that is
					 waterproof.
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 2 - INTERIOR SPACE › Section 748.3367 - What types of beds are not allowed for a child?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
The following types of beds are not allowed:
(1) Triple-deck beds;
(2) Veil beds designed to prohibit a child
					 from leaving the bed, not including beds that have mosquito netting to protect
					 the child from mosquitoes or other insects;
(3) Beds that have bedrails that can entrap a
					 child; or
(4) Any cribs, except for
					 infants and toddlers.
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 2 - INTERIOR SPACE › Section 748.3369 - What are the requirements for bunk beds?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) A bunk bed must only consist of
					 double-deck beds.
(b) A child who
					 is under six years old, non-ambulatory, or subject to seizures or other medical
					 or physical problems who may require greater caregiver supervision and
					 caregiver access must not use a top bunk bed.
(c) A bunk bed must allow enough space in
					 between beds and the ceiling to allow a child to sit up in bed.
(d) A bunk bed must be equipped with a
					 securely attached ladder capable of supporting the child using the bed and an
					 employee.
(e) A bunk bed that is
					 more than 30 inches above the floor must be equipped with securely attached
					 safety bedrails along the lengths of the bed on each side with a means to allow
					 a child to get in and out of bed. Bunk beds securely attached to a wall may use
					 the wall as one of the required guardrails. The top of safety guardrails must
					 be at least five inches above the top of the mattress. The bed rails and the
					 mattress supports under the mattress must not be an entrapment
					 hazard.
(f) Openings in guardrails
					 or between ladder rungs must not have openings that can entrap a child's body
					 or body part that has penetrated the opening. Openings must measure less than 3
					 1/2 inches or more than nine inches to prevent a child's body or body part from
					 being entrapped.
(g) A bunk bed
					 must be spaced to provide a walk space on at least one side and one end of each
					 bed.
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 3 - TOILET AND BATH FACILITIES › Section 748.3391 - What are the general requirements for bathroom facilities?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) All bathrooms must be maintained in good
					 repair and kept clean at all times.
(b) You must provide bathrooms located on the
					 same floor as the child's bedroom. The child must not have to exit the building
					 to access the bathroom.
(c) To
					 provide privacy, you must ensure a child does not have to cross an activity
					 room, dining room, living room, or similar type room to access a bathroom from
					 the child's bedroom. If prior to January 1, 2007, we granted you a permit, you
					 are exempt from this requirement until:
(1)
					 You move your operation to a new location;
(2) You structurally alter the current
					 building by adding a new room; or
(3) Your permit is no longer valid.
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 3 - TOILET AND BATH FACILITIES › Section 748.3393 - What are the requirements for a toilet that a child uses?

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) Your operation must dispose of wastewater
					 into a sanitary sewage system, or an approved septic system in accordance with
					 the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, and submit to any routine
					 inspections required by law.
(b)
					 You must provide:
(1) At least one toilet for
					 every eight children. All toilets must provide individual privacy, including
					 doors to individual toilet stalls; and
(2) Separate toilet facilities for males and
					 females.