H-2A housing checklist (Texas)
Use this before your pre-occupancy inspection. It covers federal H-2A housing standards (20 CFR 655.122 with OSHA 1910.142 or ETA standards) and Texas rules in 10 TAC Chapter 90. Confirm details with your H-2A agent and the inspecting agency.
- ☐ Housing inspected and approved before the date of need
- ☐ Inspection scheduled with enough lead time for peak season
- ☐ Sleeping space meets federal minimum (50 sq ft per person under OSHA 1910.142)
- ☐ Texas 10 TAC Ch. 90: 100 sq ft per person where living, cooking, and sleeping are combined
- ☐ Beds, storage, and separation by sex or family as required
- ☐ Smoke detectors installed and tested
- ☐ Carbon monoxide detectors installed where required
- ☐ Fire extinguishers and clear exits
- ☐ Working locks on doors
- ☐ Toilets, showers, and sinks meet required ratios
- ☐ Kitchen with refrigeration and cooking, or meals provided
- ☐ Laundry facilities
- ☐ Potable water source documented
- ☐ Wastewater system permitted
- ☐ Screens, heating, and ventilation as required
- ☐ TDHCA migrant labor housing license, if required
- ☐ Housing free of charge to H-2A workers
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