Clone of TAC - Rule 744.3410 - Must I provide a personal flotation device (PFD) to a child in care who is unable to swim competently or who is at risk of injury or death when swimming when the child is participating in swim instruction or a competition?

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TITLE 26 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

PART 1 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION

CHAPTER 744 - MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR SCHOOL-AGE AND BEFORE OR AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS

SUBCHAPTER O - SWIMMING POOLS, WADING/SPLASHING POOLS, AND SPRINKLER PLAY

SECTION/RULE §744.3410 - Must I provide a personal flotation device (PFD) to a child in care who is unable to swim competently or who is at risk of injury or death when swimming when the child is participating in swim instruction or a competition?

Chapter Review Date 03/27/2024

You are not required to provide the child with a PFD or ensure the child is wearing the device if:(1) The child is actively participating in swim instruction or a competition; and(2) You ensure that the child is supervised in accordance with §744.1205 of this chapter (relating to What responsibilities does a caregiver have when supervising a child or children?) during the instruction or competition.

Source Note: The provisions of this §744.3410 adopted to be effective September 26, 2024, 49 TexReg 7351.

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