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GA SB422
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/3/2014
Primary Sponsor
Hunter Hill
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AI Summary
- Requires the Commissioner of Public Health to develop a free online food allergy awareness training course of at least 30 minutes by July 1, 2015, covering potential reactions to major food allergens, early warning signs, and proper emergency response including first aid
- Defines "major food allergens" as milk, eggs, fish, crustaceans, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, soybeans, wheat, and any ingredient containing protein derived from these foods
- Requires every restaurant — including coffee shops, cafeterias, sandwich stands, school cafeterias, and catering facilities — to have a certified food protection manager with a Georgia Food Allergy Awareness Training Certificate on staff by August 31, 2015
- Mandates that the certified manager post their certificate, ensure employees are trained in food allergy awareness, and ensure at least one certified employee is on site during all hours of operation
- Imposes a penalty of $500.00 per day of operation for noncompliance with the food allergy awareness requirements
Legislative Description
Food Service Establishments; define certain terms; on-line food allergy awareness training course; issuance of certificates
Last Action
Senate Read and Referred
3/4/2014
Full Bill Text
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