Cal. Code Regs. tit. 22 § 78327

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 45, November 8, 2024
Section 78327 - Nutrition Services: Food Service
(a) Foods shall be prepared by methods that conserve nutritive value, flavor and appearance and shall be served at appropriate temperatures.
(b) A dining area equipped for serving at meal time shall be provided.
(c) Dishes, beverage containers and eating utensils appropriate for use with the food being served shall be provided.
(d) Each participant shall be seated for meals on an individual chair, at a table, or as appropriate if the participant is in a wheelchair.
(e) Each participant shall be assisted by employees during meals as needed.
(f) Special equipment and utensils shall be provided for self-help in eating as needed.
(g) Sufficient food shall be prepared to provide additional servings as requested by the participant served, unless the participant is on a restricted diet prescribed by a physician.
(h) When necessary, food shall be cut, chopped or ground to meet the needs of individual participants.

Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 78327

1. Amendment of subsection (d) filed 9-20-79; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 79, No. 38).

Note: Authority cited: Section 208(a), Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section 1580, Health and Safety Code.

1. Amendment of subsection (d) filed 9-20-79; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 79, No. 38).