California RulesQuestion 126 of 319
Which of the following is generally EXCLUDED from CalCode's food facility permit requirements (subject to specific limits)?
a.A new franchise restaurant
b.A national fast-food chain location
c.A walk-in deli inside a supermarket
d.Certain religious institution events and limited charitable feeding operations
Explanation
CalCode contains narrowly written exclusions for certain non-commercial settings, such as specified religious institution events and limited charitable food service operations, that are not classified as regulated retail 'food facilities.' All commercial restaurants and grocery delis remain fully regulated.
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