Clone of TAC - Rule 747.4812 - 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 747 - MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR CHILD-CARE HOMES

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

SECTION/RULE §747.4812 - 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 05/17/2024

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 §747.1503 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 §747.4812 adopted to be effective September 26, 2024, 49 TexReg 7358.

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