Idaho Admin. Code r. 16.03.22.460

Current through September 2, 2024

Section 16.03.22.460 - FOOD PREPARATION AND SERVICE

01.Food Preparation. Foods must be prepared by methods that conserve nutritional value, flavor, and appearance.

02.Frequency of Meals. Food must be offered throughout the day, as follows:

a. To provide residents at least three (3) meals daily, at regular times comparable to normal mealtimes in the community;

b. To ensure no more than fourteen (14) hours between a substantial evening meal and breakfast;

c. Ensure that residents who are not in the facility for the noon meal are offered a substantial evening meal; and

d. Offer snacks and fluids between meals and at bedtime.

03.Food Preparation Area. Any areas used for food preparation must be maintained as follows:

a. No live animals or fowl will be kept or maintained in the food service preparation or service area; and

b. Food preparation and service areas cannot be used as living quarters for staff.

04.Disposable Items. The facility will not use single-use items except in unusual circumstances for a short period of time or for special events.

Idaho Admin. Code r. 16.03.22.460

Effective March 15, 2022