(1) Written food plans must be developed by ONB providers and a child's parent or guardian, signed by all parties, and followed when accommodating a child's:
(a) Special feeding needs;
(b) Special diets;
(c) Religious or cultural preferences;
(d) Family preference; or
(e) Other needs.
(2) ONB providers may allow or require parents or guardians to bring food for their child.
(3) If a parent or guardian provides meals for their child, ONB providers must:
(a) Notify the parent or guardian in writing of the USDA CACFP requirements for each meal; and
(b) Supplement a child's meal that does not comply with USDA CACFP requirements, if necessary.
(4) On special occasions, such as birthdays, ONB providers may allow parents or guardians to bring in snacks that may not satisfy the nutritional requirements for all children. The snacks provided must be limited to:
(a) Store purchased, uncut fruits and vegetables;
(b) Foods prepackaged in the original manufacturer containers; or
(c) Snacks prepared, cooked, or baked at home by parents or guardians of a child in care. Prior to serving, ONB providers must receive written permission from each child's parent or guardian stating their child may consume food prepared, cooked, or baked by another child's parent or guardian.
[Statutory Authority: RCW
43.216.742. WSR 23-10-059, § 110-302-0190, filed 5/1/23, effective 6/1/23.]