(1) Initiating background checks on caregivers, household members, and anyone else who requires a background check, as specified in Chapter 745, Subchapter F of this title (relating to Background Checks);
(2) Obtaining from parents, when admitting a child into care: (A) The child's name and date of birth; (B) The parent's home address and telephone number; (C) The names of other persons the child may be released to; (D) A list of each food a child is allergic too, possible symptoms if the child is exposed to the food, and the steps to take if the child has an allergic reaction; and (E) Authorization to give the child medication, if applicable;
(3) Ensuring the following regarding the number of children in care at the home or away from the home: (A) The number of children not related to the primary caregiver never exceeds three; and (B) The total number of children, both related and not related to the primary caregiver, never exceeds 12; and
(4) Ensuring parents can visit your home any time during the hours of operation to observe their child, without having to secure prior approval.
Source Note: The provisions of this §742.307 adopted to be effective March 10, 2021, 46 TexReg 1247