California RulesQuestion 234 of 319
Which of the following is generally EXCLUDED (subject to specific limits) from CalCode's food facility permit and inspection requirements?
a.A new franchise restaurant
b.Certain religious institution events and limited charitable feeding operations
c.A national fast-food chain location
d.A walk-in deli inside a supermarket
Explanation
CalCode contains narrowly written exclusions for certain non-commercial settings, including 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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