TX HHS Form 7266. Notification of Abuse. Neglect or Exploitation Deficiency

The TX HHS Form 7266, Notification of Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation Deficiency, is a crucial document that helps ensure the safety and well-being of children in various care settings. This form is used to notify parents/guardians of an identified deficiency in abuse, neglect, or exploitation standards at a child care operation.

The permit holder, director/administrator, or designee must complete this form in its entirety and follow specific instructions for submitting it to the parent/guardian of each child currently attending or residing at the operation. The form requires general information about the operation, including the name, number, and address, as well as details about the cited deficiency, such as the date it was identified and the relevant Child Care Regulation inspection report or investigation letter.

The TX HHS Form 7266 also outlines the process for correcting the cited deficiency. The operation may request an administrative review to determine whether the decision to cite the deficiency was appropriate. If the deficiency is overturned, the operation may notify the parents. Key points and requirements include:

• Completing the form in its entirety
• Sending the completed form to each parent/guardian
• Maintaining a copy of the completed form on file for review by Child Care Regulation
• Requesting an administrative review if disagreeing with the cited deficiency
• Notifying parents if the deficiency is overturned