The purpose of this Rule is to establish responsibilities of the Department.

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind

RULE NO: RULE TITLE
6D-8.003: Food Service Responsibilities
PURPOSE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this Rule is to establish responsibilities of the Department.
SUMMARY: This rule establishes guidelines and responsibilities for the supervisor and other personnel of the department.
SUMMARY OF STATEMENT OF ESTIMATED REGULATORY COSTS: No Statement of Estimated Regulatory Cost was prepared.
Any person who wishes to provide information regarding a statement of estimated regulatory costs, or provide a proposal for a lower cost regulatory alternative must do so in writing within 21 days of this notice.
SPECIFIC AUTHORITY: 1002.36(4)(c) FS.
LAW IMPLEMENTED: 1002.36(4)(e) FS.
A HEARING WILL BE HELD AT THE DATE, TIME AND PLACE SHOWN BELOW:
DATE AND TIME: Friday, June 5, 2009, 9:00 a.m.
PLACE: Center for Leadership and Development, Moore Hall, Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind, St. Augustine, Florida
THE PERSON TO BE CONTACTED REGARDING THE PROPOSED RULE IS: Elaine F. Ocuto, Executive Assistant to the President, Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind, 207 N. San Marco Avenue, St. Augustine, FL 32084-2799

THE FULL TEXT OF THE PROPOSED RULE IS:

6D-8.003 Food Service Responsibilities.

(1) It is the responsibility of this Department to plan, develop, and administer the complete food service program.

(2) Nutritionally balanced meals shall be served at all times.

(3) Modification of student menus for religious purposes shall be provided to the extent possible, when requested by the parent/guardian of the student, or the student, if 18+ years of age. Modifications of menus for students with medical needs shall be provided upon receipt of a written diet order provided by a licensed Florida health care provider. This is to include physicians, physician’s assistants, and nurse practitioners, (ARNPs). Menus shall be reviewed periodically by the Business Manager, the School physician, and the President to see that they meet food requirements in accordance with school food service regulations.

(4) Special dietetic menus will be provided only in emergency situations as requested by the School physician and approved by the Director of Student Life.

(4)(5) Approved sanitary conditions must be maintained in food preparation and food services. All kitchens and dining rooms must be kept neat and sanitary.

(5)(6) The Food Service Director shall be responsible for the following:

(a) Reviewing inspection reports from the health department, taking corrective action and reporting to the Administrator of Business Services Business Manager.

(b) Issuing food as requested for approved and scheduled School activities.

(c) Serving meals to authorized staff and guests of the School.

(d) Maintaining an accurate count of students and others served meals daily and reporting to the Business Office on forms provided by the Business Manger.

Submit a meal claim to the State Department of Food and Nutrition each month for all means meeting the criteria for reimbursement under the National School Lunch and Breakfast Program.

(e) Ensuring that no unauthorized person is served meals in the dining facilities of the School.

(f) Collecting meal tickets or cash payment from visitors and employees when the cost of such meals is not a payroll deduction.

Rulemaking Specific Authority 1002.36(4)(c) 242.331(3) FS. Law Implemented 1002.36(4)(d) 242.331(4) FS. History–New 12-19-74, Amended 8-26-86, ________.

NAME OF PERSON ORIGINATING PROPOSED RULE: Bruce Fulton
NAME OF AGENCY HEAD WHO APPROVED THE PROPOSED RULE: L. Daniel Hutto, President
DATE PROPOSED RULE APPROVED BY AGENCY HEAD: April 3, 2009
DATE NOTICE OF PROPOSED RULE DEVELOPMENT PUBLISHED IN FAW: April 3, 2009