You may use a play yard, which is a mesh or fabric sided crib,
if it meets the following safety requirements:
(1) The play yards must be used according to the manufacturer's
instructions, including the cleaning of the play yards;
(2) Play yards must have:
(A) A firm, flat mattress that snugly fits the sides
of the play yard and that is designed by the manufacturer specifically
for this play yard model number. 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 play yards that have mesh sides, mesh openings
that are 1/4 inch or less;
(H) Mesh or fabric that is securely attached to the
top rail, side rail, and floor plate; and
(I) A label with the infant's name. As an alternative,
you may label play yards with a number and have a number/infant assignment
map available; and
(3) You must never leave an infant in a play yard
with a side folded down.
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| Source Note: The provisions of this §746.2411 adopted to be effective April 15, 2017, 42 TexReg 1575; transferred effective March 9, 2018, as published in the Texas Register February 16, 2018, 43 TexReg 909 |
