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TITLE 26HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
PART 1HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
CHAPTER 748MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR GENERAL RESIDENTIAL OPERATIONS
SUBCHAPTER JCHILD CARE
DIVISION 8ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR INFANT CARE
RULE §748.1753Are play yards allowed?

(a) Play yards, which are mesh or fabric sided cribs, are allowed if they meet the following safety requirements:

  (1) The play yards must be used according to the manufacturer's instructions, including the cleaning of the cribs;

  (2) Play yards must have:

    (A) A firm, flat mattress that snugly fits the sides of the crib and that is designed for the crib. 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 mesh cribs, mesh openings that are 1/4 inch or less; and

    (H) Mesh or fabric that is securely attached to the top rail, side rail, and floor plate; and

  (3) You must never leave an infant in a play yard with a side folded down.

(b) If you become aware of a recall for a non-full-size crib or a mesh crib that you are using, you must discontinue its use immediately.


Source Note: The provisions of this §748.1753 adopted to be effective January 1, 2017, 41 TexReg 10393; transferred effective March 9, 2018, as published in the Texas Register February 16, 2018, 43 TexReg 909

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