CCA Regulatory Compliance & Standards Flashcards

Calorie labeling requirements under the ACA mandate that chain restaurants with 20 or more US locations must:

Answer: Post calorie information for standard menu items on menus and menu boards

The ACA's menu labeling rule requires chain restaurants with 20+ locations to post calorie counts for standard menu items on menus and menu boards.

Which regulation governs the handling and disposal of used cooking oil in a commercial kitchen?

Answer: EPA and local environmental regulations on grease waste disposal

Used cooking oil disposal is governed by EPA regulations and local environmental rules, as improper disposal can cause drain blockages and environmental contamination.

A CCA must retain employee payroll records for a minimum period required by the FLSA. That period is:

Answer: 3 years

The FLSA requires employers to retain payroll records, including wages, hours worked, and other employment data, for at least three years.

When an employee reports a workplace safety violation to OSHA, they are protected from retaliation under:

Answer: OSHA Section 11(c) whistleblower protections

OSHA Section 11(c) prohibits employers from retaliating against employees who exercise their rights, including reporting safety concerns to OSHA.

The FDA Food Code is best described as:

Answer: A model code that provides science-based guidance for retail food establishments, which states may adopt and enforce

The FDA Food Code is a model regulatory code offering science-based guidance for retail food establishments; states and local jurisdictions adopt and enforce it.

A CCA must ensure compliance with Allergen Labeling requirements. Under FALCPA, the eight major food allergens include:

Answer: Milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, and soybeans

FALCPA identifies eight major food allergens: milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, and soybeans, which must be clearly disclosed on labels.