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A shorter (less than 90 days) timeframe for collection of data past certification.

ii. The State agency ensures that hematological assessment data are current and reflective of participant status, to include a bloodwork periodicity schedule that conforms to the requirements as described in 7 CFR 246. 7(e)(1)(ii)(B).

Yes No

iii. The State agency allows local agencies the option of obtaining bloodwork on children ages 2-5 annually if prior certification results were normal. Yes No

f. Anthropometric risk determination: i. The State agency allows (check one): Anthropometric data for certification to be no older than 60 days (Statewide) A shorter (less than 60 days) limit on age of anthropometric data or certification

g. Nutrition assessment:

i. Local agencies are required to perform a complete nutrition assessment (as described in the Value Enhanced Nutrition Assessment VENA Guidance) for all participants. Yes No

ii. Local agencies are required to perform a mid-certification nutrition assessment (as described in the Guidance for Providing Quality Nutrition Services during Extended Certification Periods) for all participants with and extended certification period.

Yes Not Applicable: (The State agency does not utilize the extended certification option for any participant category)

iii. The State agency policy requires that nutrition assessment intake information be collected on a State agency mandated form or Management Information System (MIS). Yes No