Primary caregivers are also responsible for:
  (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