Document Citation: 40 TAC § 743.503

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TEXAS ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
TITLE 40. SOCIAL SERVICES AND ASSISTANCE
PART 19. DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY AND PROTECTIVE SERVICES
CHAPTER 743. MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR SHELTER CARE
SUBCHAPTER F. SAFETY

Date:
08/31/2009

Document:

§ 743.503. What are the requirements for emergency procedures?

(a) You must have written procedures for caregivers to follow in an emergency, including:

(1) Fire;

(2) Severe weather;

(3) Volatile person on the premises; and

(4) Medical emergency involving a child in your care.

(b) You must have an evacuation plan.

(c) A copy of your emergency procedures must be available to caregivers at all times.

(d) Parents must be informed of your emergency procedures; and upon request, the procedures must be available for review by parents.