SECTION 749.1809. Are mesh cribs or port-a-cribs allowed?  


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  • A foster home may use a full-size, portable, or mesh-side crib if:

    (1) Caregivers follow the manufacturer's instructions;

    (2) The crib has:

    (A) Mesh that is securely attached to the top rail, side rail, and floor plate; and

    (B) Folded sides that securely latch in place when raised;

    (3) Caregivers never leave a child in a mesh-sided crib with a side folded down; and

    (4) If you become aware of a recall for the port-a-crib used, you must discontinue its use.

Source Note: The provisions of this §749.1809 adopted to be effective January 1, 2007, 31 TexReg 7469; transferred effective March 9, 2018, as published in the Texas Register February 16, 2018, 43 TexReg 909