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TITLE 37PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS
PART 9TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS
CHAPTER 261EXISTING CONSTRUCTION RULES
SUBCHAPTER AEXISTING MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS
RULE §261.132Exercise Area

One or more secure exercise areas shall be provided. Where outdoor exercise areas are provided, alternate areas should be provided for exercise during inclement weather. Outdoor exercise areas should be covered with a security enclosure. A toilet and drinking fountain should be readily available. Consideration shall be given to the requirement for inmates to be allowed access to sunlight for one hour per week after ten days confinement.


Source Note: The provisions of this §261.132 adopted to be effective December 19, 1994, 19 TexReg 9526.

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