Section 748.115 - What are the requirements for my discipline policies for children in care?The discipline policies you develop for children in care must be consistent with Subchapter M of this chapter (relating to Discipline and Punishment). The discipline policies you develop must also:
(1) Guide caregivers and employees in the methods used for the discipline of children;(2) Integrate trauma informed care into the care, treatment, and management of each child;(3) Include measures for positive responses to appropriate behavior;(4) Include the importance of nurturing behavior, stimulation, and promptly meeting the child's needs; and(5) Include a statement that discipline of any type is not allowable for infants.26 Tex. Admin. Code § 748.115
The provisions of this §748.115 adopted to be effective January 1, 2017, 41 TexReg 10393; transferred effective March 9, 2018, as published in the Texas Register February 16, 2018, 43 TexReg 909