#3 - CAUSE

This is the reason.

  • It is an explanation of why the non-compliance occurred. It addresses the root cause of the discrepancy. It discusses what was incomplete, inaccurate, or an activity that was not performed. The cause is not always known. 
  • It answers the question: What led to the noncompliance?

QUESTION:  Think back to the last example of milk and orange juice being served as a snack. What is a possible root cause? 

 

Here are a few possible reasons: 

Reason # 1

Reveal Answer

LACK OF TRAINING 
The cook was new and maybe did not know the meal pattern.

Reason # 2

Reveal Answer

LACK OF OVERSIGHT
The cook made the substitution and no other staff member reviewed the revised menu to ensure the substitution made met the CACFP meal pattern requirement.

Reason # 3

Reveal Answer

LACK OF RESOURCES
The cook was following the menu given to her, milk and orange slices but made the substitution to fit what she had available.

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