Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 82 - DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
Chapter 82-4
Subject 82-4-1 - CHILD AND ADOLESCENT CRISIS STABILIZATION UNITS
Rule 82-4-1-.15 - Food Services

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 C & A 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 C & A CSU, the C & A CSU must have a satisfactory food service permit score, pursuant to Georgia Department of Human Services, Public Health, Chapter 290-5-14-.10. If applicable, a copy of the current food service permit must be on file in the C & A CSU;

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

10.The C & A CSU must maintain a daily temperature log for freezer and refrigerator. 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.Food, drinks and condiments shall be dated when opened and discarded when expired;

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