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TITLE 26HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
PART 1HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
CHAPTER 748MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR GENERAL RESIDENTIAL OPERATIONS
SUBCHAPTER QRECREATION ACTIVITIES
DIVISION 5TRAMPOLINE USE
RULE §748.3891May I use a trampoline?

(a) You may use a trampoline if:

  (1) The use of the trampoline and the number of children allowed on the trampoline at one time meets the manufacturer's instructions;

  (2) Shock-absorbing pads cover the springs, hooks, and frame;

  (3) Ladders are removed from the trampoline when the trampoline is not in use; and

  (4) A caregiver provides supervision as follows:

    (A) For children under 12 years old, the caregiver must be immediately present, watching the child/ren at all times, enforcing safety rules and manufacturer's instructions, and able to respond to an emergency; and

    (B) For children 12 years old and older, the caregiver must be on the premises, visually check on the child/ren at frequent intervals, and able to respond in an emergency.

(b) You may use a trampoline as gym equipment as provided in §748.3893 of this title (relating to What are the requirements for using a trampoline as gym equipment?).


Source Note: The provisions of this §748.3891 adopted to be effective January 1, 2007, 31 TexReg 7377; amended 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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