§ 19a-36q — Informational poster regarding food allergies for food establishments. Displaying of poster.

(a) Not later than December 1, 2023, the Department of Public Health shall develop or approve an informational poster regarding food allergies for display in class 2, class 3 and class 4 food establishments, as defined in section 19a-36g. The poster shall contain information concerning (1) the most common allergy-causing foods, (2) the actions a server should take when a customer notifies the server that the customer has a food allergy, (3) the ways in which kitchen staff and servers can prevent cross contact of foods, and (4) the need to contact the 911 emergency telecommunications number if a customer has an allergic reaction while on the premises of such food establishment. (b) Not later than March 1, 2024, (1) each class 2, class 3 and class 4 food establishment shall display the poster developed or approved pursuant to subsection (a) of this section in a clear and conspicuous manner in its kitchen or designated staff area, and (2) the certified food protection manager, as defined in section 19a-36g , of each class 2, class 3 and class 4 food establishment shall ensure that each employee of the food establishment has viewed the poster and require each employee to confirm, in writing, that the employee has familiarized himself or herself with the information displayed in the poster. Failure to display the poster shall be grounds for an inspection violation under section 19a-36 l .

Legislative History

(P.A. 23-115, S. 2.) History: P.A. 23-115 effective June 27, 2023.