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TITLE 26HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
PART 1HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
CHAPTER 746MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR CHILD-CARE CENTERS
SUBCHAPTER OGET-WELL CARE PROGRAMS
RULE §746.3123Must my get-well care program follow any special handling procedures?

Yes. In addition to following the minimum standards noted in this Chapter, including Subchapter R (relating to Health Practices), you must follow these procedures when providing get-well care:

  (1) Sanitize all laundry each day and when soiled;

  (2) Keep all garbage containers covered and take them out of the building daily;

  (3) Sanitize all toys and equipment after every use and before a different child uses them;

  (4) Use disposable, single-use cups, plates, and utensils for food service and drinks; and

  (5) Provide nutritious meals and snacks according to the children's needs or the directions of a health-care professional.


Source Note: The provisions of this §746.3123 adopted to be effective September 1, 2003, 28 TexReg 1402; amended 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

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