Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 5, § 17780 - Drinking Water

(a) Clean and safe drinking water must be accessible and readily available throughout the day by way of a drinking fountain, water cooler with cups, or a similar water-dispensing device so long as accessible to children.

(b) If a drinking fountain, water cooler, or other water-dispensing device is too high for preschool children to access, anchored steps or a safe broad-based platform shall be provided to make it accessible.

(c) Drinking fountains, if available, shall be maintained in a manner that assures that it is clean, safe, and functional.

Notes

Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 5, § 17780

1. New section filed 7-1-2022; operative 7-1-2022 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4(b)(3) (Register 2022, No. 26).

Note: Authority cited: Section 8231, Education Code; and Section 1596.7925, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section 17002, Education Code; and Section 1596.7925, Health and Safety Code.

1. New section filed 7-1-2022; operative 7/1/2022 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4(b)(3) (Register 2022, No. 26).