21-03 · Nutritious Meals and Snacks Provided FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, 7.13

Licensing Specialist observed that the apple pieces in all children plates during lunch were measuring 1 1/2 inches. Children ages were between one and 4 Year olds TA was provided: Licensing Specialist discussed requirement with the provider. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.14, F. F. Foods that are associated with young childrens choking incidents must not be served to children under 4 years of age, such as, but not limited to, whole/round hot dogs, popcorn, chips, pretzel nuggets, whole grapes, nuts, cheese cubes/sticks and any food that is of similar shape and size of the trachea. Food for infants must be cut into pieces inch or smaller, food for toddlers must be cut into pieces inch or smaller to prevent choking. This applies to all food, even food provided by parents/guardians

Corrected Corrected by Feb 26, 2026

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.