Ariz. Admin. Code § 6-5-5217

Current through Register Vol. 30, No. 25, June 21, 2024

Section R6-5-5217 - Meals and Nutrition

A. A provider shall serve a child in care wholesome and nutritious foods and beverages. In this Section, "wholesome and nutritious" means foods and beverages consistent with the requirements of 7 CFR 226.20 (January 1, 1998), which is incorporated by reference and available for inspection at the Department's Authority Library, 1789 West Jefferson, Phoenix, Arizona 85007 and in the office of the Secretary of State at 1700 West Washington, Phoenix, Arizona. The incorporated material contains no later amendments or editions.

B. A provider shall supplement meals and snacks supplied by a parent when the supplied food does not provide a child with a wholesome and nutritious diet.

C. A provider shall make available to a child in care meals and snacks that satisfy the child's appetite and dietary needs.

D. A provider shall consult with a parent to identify, in writing, any special dietary needs or instructions for a child in care.

E. A provider shall give a child any necessary assistance in feeding and shall teach self-feeding skills, but shall not force a child to eat.

F. A provider shall monitor all perishable foods, including infant formulas and sack lunches. The provider shall ensure that food is individually labeled with a child's name, dated, covered, and properly stored to prevent spoilage at temperatures of 45ºF or less.

Ariz. Admin. Code § R6-5-5217

Adopted effective May 11, 1994 (Supp. 94-2). Former Section R6-5-5217 renumbered to R6-5-5218; new Section R6-5-5217 renumbered from R6-5-5216 and amended by final rulemaking at 5 A.A.R. 1983, effective May 20, 1999 (Supp. 99-2). Amended by final rulemaking at 22 A.A.R. 3185, effective 10/28/2016.