Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. 82-3-1-.15

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through December 24, 2024

Rule 82-3-1-.15 - Food Services

All CSU food service operations shall comply with current federal and state laws and rules concerning food service and shall include:

1. At least three (3) nutritious meals per day shall be served;

2. Nutritional snacks shall be available to each individual;

3. No more than fourteen (14) hours may elapse between the end of an evening meal and the beginning of a morning meal;

4. Therapeutic diets shall be provided when ordered by the physician;

5. Under no circumstances may food be withheld for disciplinary reasons;

6. The CSU must have a sufficient designated area to accommodate meal service.

Individuals may eat or be served in shifts during daily operations. The eating area may double as a group or activity area;

7. If food is prepared by the CSU, the CSU must have a satisfactory food service permit score, pursuant to Georgia Department of Human Services, Public Health, Food Service, 290-5-14-.10. If applicable, a copy of the current food service permit must be on file in the CSU;

8. The CSU may utilize meal preparation services from an affiliated or contracted entity with a current food service permit. There shall be a formal contract between the CSU and the contracted food entity containing assurances that the contracted food entity will meet all food service and dietary standards imposed by this rule;

9. If the CSU elects to have meals prepared off-site, the CSU will have a modified kitchen that includes a microwave, a refrigerator, an ice maker and clean-up facilities;

10. The CSU must maintain a daily temperature log for the freezer(s) and refrigerator(s).

Temperatures for the refrigerator shall be set between 34°F and 41°F (1°C to 5°C) and the freezer temperature should be set between 0°F and 10°F (-17°C to -15°C);

11. Foods, drinks and condiments shall be dated when opened and discarded when expired;

12. Each CSU shall maintain a three-day supply of non-perishable emergency food and water at all times.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 82-3-1-.15

O.C.G.A. Sec. 37-1-29.

Original Rule entitled "Food Service" adopted. F. Jun. 30, 2011; eff. July 20, 2011.

Amended: F. Mar. 9, 2015; eff. Mar. 29, 2015.