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2016 California
WIC Vendor Annual
Training Newsletter
CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT WWWWICWORKSCAGOV IN THIS ISSUE
Annual Training 2016
WIC Appreciates Your Partnership
Congratulations on another successful year of partnering with the California Department of Public HealthWomen Infants and Children (CDPHWIC) Division to provide nutritious foods for WIC participants Whether you are a cashier manager or owner of a store you help make the WIC Program a success by providing affordable healthy foods and a positive shopping experience to WIC families Thank you for your commitment in helping to ensure WIC participants have access to the healthy foods they need
The Purpose of WIC
The WIC Program is a federally funded nutrition program that delivers important services to low income pregnant and postpartum women infants and children up to the age of five who are at nutritional risk These services include the provision of nutritious foods guidance on nutrition and breastfeeding and referrals to health care and community services WIC strives to prevent health problems and to improve participantsrsquo health during critical times of growth and development WIC provides food instruments (FIs) also known as coupons vouchers or checks to purchase nutritious foods from WIC authorized vendors
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
WIC Authorized Foods
Infant Formula
Store Shelves
Successful WIC Transactions
Food Instruments and Cash Value Vouchers
Promotions and Incentives
WIC Changes in 2016
WIC Compliance
We Want to Hear from You
DID YOU KNOW
You can sign‐up to receive important notices regarding the California WIC Program Go to wwwwicworkscagov
Find GrocerVendors Click on Vendor Alerts Click on Sign‐up
WIC Authorized Food List
WIC Authorized Foods
WIC Food List Database
CDPHWIC maintains a database of foods that have been determined to be eligible for purchase by WIC participants per federal and state regulations The California WIC Food List Database is a supplement to the WIC Authorized Food List Shopping Guide (WAFL SG) and is sorted by food category to help participants and vendors identify WIC eligible foods In addition to being sorted by food category the California WIC Food List Database identifies food brand package size UPC and other relevant information The California WIC Food List Database is split into two subgroups Brand Specific Foods and Non‐Brand Specific Foods For Non‐Brand Specific Food categories a product does not need to be included in the California WIC Food List Database to be eligible for purchase mdash the only requirements for eligibility and purchase are that the foods must meet the eligibility requirements listed in WIC Bulletin Regulations (WBR) section 82000‐83000
To access the WIC Food List Database go to our website at wwwwicworkscagov
Find WIC Authorized Foods Click on Food List Database
Shopping Guide
The WIC Authorized Food List Shopping Guide (WAFL SG) is the educational document that outlines the requirements for supplemental foods authorized by WIC Bulletin Regulations (WBR) section 82000‐83000 The most recent publication is dated March 28 2016 and is available in both English and Spanish We recommend that you keep a copy at each register to look at during WIC transactions
To access the WIC Authorized Food List Shopping Guide go to our website at wwwwicworkscagov
Find WIC Authorized Foods Click on Authorized Foods amp Shopping Guide
DID YOU KNOW
Yogurt is now authorized If printed on the FI WIC shoppers may choose from plain vanilla and strawberry yogurt in 32 oz containers The WIC shopper must purchase the fat level printed on the FI See the March 28 2016 WAFL SG for a list of authorized brands products and cannot buys
Whole Wheat Pasta is now authorized WIC shoppers may choose from organic and non‐organic in 16 oz packages See the March 28 2016 WAFL SG for a list of authorized brands and products and cannot buys
WIC foods are carefully selected to meet nutritional requirements for WIC participants Substituting WIC authorized food items for non‐WIC authorized items is not allowed
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Infant Formula
The Infant Formula Food Instrument
The Infant Formula FI is the only WIC FI that requires the WIC shopper to purchase the full quantity brand product name type and size printed on the FI
Once purcased WIC shoppers are not allowed to exchange WIC formula for another brand product name type or size If the WIC infant formula was expired when purchased from the store the WIC shopper can return it for a replacement of the same type
Purchasing Infant Formula
WIC authorized vendors may only purchase infant formula from wholesalers
verify that wholesalers distributors and retailers have a valid sellerrsquos permit in California go to the Board of Equalization website at httpsefileboecagovboewebservicesverificationjspaction=SALES
You can also purchase infant formula directly from one of the following manufacturers Nestle USA Mead Johnson and Company Nutricia North America PBM Nutritionals Solus Products LLC and Abbott Laboratories
distributors or retailers who have a valid California sellerrsquos permit issued by the State Board of Equalization To
Store Shelves Minimum Stocking Requirements
As a WIC authorized vendor you are required to stock the WIC authorized foods and quantities listed in WIC Bulletin Regulation (WBR) section 71100
These minimum stocking requirements ensure WIC participants have access to the foods they need while shopping at your store WIC foods included in the minimum stocking requirements must be stocked in
full quantities at all times in a public area All WIC foods included in the minimum stocking requirements must be available at the store Products on order that have not been delivered do not count toward the minimum stocking requirements
To access the Minimum Stocking Requirements go to our website at wwwwicworkscagov
Find GrocersVendors Click on Resources Find General Information Click on Vendor Minimum Stocking Requirements
Shelf Talkers Confusion at the cash register Help your WIC shoppers find the foods they need by placing shelf talkers under all the WIC authorized foods on your shelves
To order shelf talkers and other WIC materials go to our website at wwwwicworkscagov
Find GrocersVendors Click on Resources Find Authorized Vendors Click on Vendor Materials Ordering Process
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Food Instruments and Cash Value
Successful WIC Transactions
8 Steps to Conduct a WIC Transaction There are 8 easy steps to the WIC checkout procedure Here is a quick review
1 Request the WIC ID folder from the WIC shopper and check for a signature on the front
2 Ask for the Food Instrument (FI) being used in the transaction
3 Check the ldquoFirst Day to Userdquo and ldquoLast Day to Userdquo printed on the FI
4 Group the WIC foods by the FIs listing those foods Check for authorized foods and correct quantities
5 Enter the exact purchase price on each FI
6 Ask the WIC shopper to sign each FI
7 Compare the shopperrsquos signature on the FI with the signature on the WIC ID folder
8 Give the WIC ID folder and receipt to the shopper
Customer Service
WIC wants to thank you for providing WIC shoppers with excellent customer service A positive shopping experience is what keeps WIC shoppers coming back to your store
Vouchers
Security Features
If a WIC FI is photocopied VOID will appear on the copied FI
A thermochromic WIC logo on the back of a WIC FI will turn transparent when pressed with a warm fingerthumb
Artificial watermarks on the back of a WIC FI can be viewed at any angle or by using a black light
VWIX will indicate if a WIC FI is invalid or stolen
Food Instruments (FI)
With the exception of Infant Formula WIC shoppers are not
Cash Value Vouchers (CVV)
The WIC CVV works just like any other WIC FI except that it may only be used for the purchase of authorized fruits and vegetables
If the total dollar amount of the item(s) being purchased exceeds the dollar amount printed on the WIC CVV the WIC shopper can pay the difference
No change is given if the purchase amount is less than the dollar amount printed on the CVV
required to purchase the full amount printed on the FI DID YOU KNOW
Do not require WIC shoppers to purchase less expensive brands or pay the difference to keep the purchase within the Maximum Allowable Reimbursement Rate (MADR)
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
You help to serve approximately 1183000 WIC participants throughout California each month
Promotions and Incentives
Peer Group A
Vendors in peer group A are allowed to offer incentives that have received written approval allowing the items to be offered Any authorizations dated prior to August 2015 are no longer valid and must be re‐submitted Vendors should reference WBR section 70800 Incentive Item Requirements for a list of allowable items
Peer Groups B and C
Vendors in peer group B and C are allowed to offer promotionsdiscounts to WIC shoppers as long as the promotionsdiscounts are equally offered to non‐WIC shoppers Examples of allowable promotionsdiscounts are buy oneget one free offers andor manufacturer or store coupons
DID YOU KNOW
WIC was formally created by an amendment to section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 on September 26 1972
WIC Changes in 2016 Regulatory Bulletin 2016-01
On August 3 2016 CDPHWIC adopted amendments to WBR section 60300 Rules for Calculating the Maximum Allowable Department Reimbursement Rate The Final Action became effective September 7 2016
Regulatory Bulletin 2016-02
On July 11 2016 CDPHWIC adopted amendments to WBR sections 70100 Business Integrity and 70500 Circumvention of WIC Sanction The Final Action became effective August 15 2016
You can find Regulatory Bulletin 2016‐01 and Regulatory Bulletin 2016‐02 along with other WIC Final Rules on our website at wwwwicworkscagov
Find Program Information Click on WIC Statutes and Regulations
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Vendor Alert 2016-01
On December 31 2015 CDPHWIC adopted an amendment to California WIC Authorized Food List regulations which details the requirements for CDPHWIC authorized foods The amendment resulted in a new WAFL SG that went into effect March 28 2016 and includes changes to many food categories such as milk eggs soy tofu canned fish whole grains breakfast cereal fruits and vegetables infant cereal infant fruits and vegetables and infant meats
Additionally yogurt was added as a new food category
Vendor Alert 2016-02
On December 31 2015 CDPHWIC adopted an amendment to regulations for the WIC Authorized Food List which details the requirements for CDPHWIC authorized foods The Final Action is effective March 8 2016 and includes new food item numbers and Maximum Allowable Department Reimbursement Rates (MADR)
Vendor Alert 2016-04
7 Code of Federal Regulations part 24612(l)(iii)(D) and the California Code of Regulations title 22 section 40740 subdivision (e)(4) prohibit vendors from receiving transacting andor redeeming food instruments outside of authorized channels
Redeeming a food instrument outside of authorized channels includes redemption by an authorized vendor of food instruments accepted from participants or other third parties in greater quantities than could be validly transacted from an unauthorized vendor or from a local agency employee as well as other such forms of trafficking (Special Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children Food Delivery Systems 55 Federal Register (FR) 53446‐01)
You can find Vendor Alerts 2016‐01 2016‐02 and 2016‐04 along with other vendor alerts on our website at wwwwicworkscagov
Find GrocersVendors Click on Vendor Alerts
WIC Compliance Vendor Sanctions and Claim Process
CDPHWIC may seek restitution by establishing a claim for payment of any benefits or monies received as a result of WIC program violations impose disqualification andor termination from the program and make referrals to other public programs for investigation andor possible criminal prosecution under state and federal laws A civil money penalty may be imposed in lieu of a disqualification if CDPHWIC determines there is a participant access concern in the geographic area Failure to pay claims timely may result in non‐reauthorization of a vendor agreement
As a WIC authorized vendor you can avoid vendor sanctions by following the Vendor Authorization Criteria which is the criteria the CDPHWIC uses to select stores for authorization as well as the terms of the Vendor Agreement that vendors must sign to become a WIC vendor
For more information on regulations for the California WIC Program visit our website at
Find Program Information Click on WIC Statutes and Regulations
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Test your WIC Knowledge
We Want to Hear from You
Vendor Training
WIC Program trainers work hard to develop and deliver the best WIC vendor education possible Whether you are a store owner manager or cashier we want to hear from you Please tell us about your WIC Vendor Training experience What worked well in the training and what can be changed to provide the best possible training experience in the future
Please email your feedback to WICVendorEdcdphcagov
DID YOU KNOW
VWIX Training is available via webcast To attend a VWIX webcast please register at
httpswicworkswebexcom
1) Click the Training Center tab 2) Click the Upcoming tab 3) Locate the VWIX training session you want and
complete the registration
Report Fraud or Abuse Reporting fraud or abuse of the WIC Program is easy
Just document the who what when where how and
file your concern
By Phone (800) 852‐5770
By Email WICABUSEcdphcagov
By efax (916)440‐5575
By Mail CDPHWIC ndash Vendor Intake Unit
3901 Lennane Drive Sacramento CA 95834
True or False
The most recent publication of the WAFL SG is dated March 28 2016
Yogurt is now authorized
Whole wheat pasta is now authorized
WIC foods included in the minimum stocking requirements section must be stocked in full quantities at all items in a public area unless otherwise noted
There are 8 easy steps to the WIC checkout procedure
The WIC CVV may only be used for the purchase of authorized fruits and vegetables
Vendors in Peer Group B amp C are allowed to offer promotionsdiscounts to WIC shoppers as long as the promotionsdiscounts are equally offered to non‐WIC shoppers
The California WIC Food List Database is a supplement to the WIC Authorized Food List (WAFL SG)
Answers The answer to all of these questions is TRUE
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
WIC Authorized Food List
WIC Authorized Foods
WIC Food List Database
CDPHWIC maintains a database of foods that have been determined to be eligible for purchase by WIC participants per federal and state regulations The California WIC Food List Database is a supplement to the WIC Authorized Food List Shopping Guide (WAFL SG) and is sorted by food category to help participants and vendors identify WIC eligible foods In addition to being sorted by food category the California WIC Food List Database identifies food brand package size UPC and other relevant information The California WIC Food List Database is split into two subgroups Brand Specific Foods and Non‐Brand Specific Foods For Non‐Brand Specific Food categories a product does not need to be included in the California WIC Food List Database to be eligible for purchase mdash the only requirements for eligibility and purchase are that the foods must meet the eligibility requirements listed in WIC Bulletin Regulations (WBR) section 82000‐83000
To access the WIC Food List Database go to our website at wwwwicworkscagov
Find WIC Authorized Foods Click on Food List Database
Shopping Guide
The WIC Authorized Food List Shopping Guide (WAFL SG) is the educational document that outlines the requirements for supplemental foods authorized by WIC Bulletin Regulations (WBR) section 82000‐83000 The most recent publication is dated March 28 2016 and is available in both English and Spanish We recommend that you keep a copy at each register to look at during WIC transactions
To access the WIC Authorized Food List Shopping Guide go to our website at wwwwicworkscagov
Find WIC Authorized Foods Click on Authorized Foods amp Shopping Guide
DID YOU KNOW
Yogurt is now authorized If printed on the FI WIC shoppers may choose from plain vanilla and strawberry yogurt in 32 oz containers The WIC shopper must purchase the fat level printed on the FI See the March 28 2016 WAFL SG for a list of authorized brands products and cannot buys
Whole Wheat Pasta is now authorized WIC shoppers may choose from organic and non‐organic in 16 oz packages See the March 28 2016 WAFL SG for a list of authorized brands and products and cannot buys
WIC foods are carefully selected to meet nutritional requirements for WIC participants Substituting WIC authorized food items for non‐WIC authorized items is not allowed
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Infant Formula
The Infant Formula Food Instrument
The Infant Formula FI is the only WIC FI that requires the WIC shopper to purchase the full quantity brand product name type and size printed on the FI
Once purcased WIC shoppers are not allowed to exchange WIC formula for another brand product name type or size If the WIC infant formula was expired when purchased from the store the WIC shopper can return it for a replacement of the same type
Purchasing Infant Formula
WIC authorized vendors may only purchase infant formula from wholesalers
verify that wholesalers distributors and retailers have a valid sellerrsquos permit in California go to the Board of Equalization website at httpsefileboecagovboewebservicesverificationjspaction=SALES
You can also purchase infant formula directly from one of the following manufacturers Nestle USA Mead Johnson and Company Nutricia North America PBM Nutritionals Solus Products LLC and Abbott Laboratories
distributors or retailers who have a valid California sellerrsquos permit issued by the State Board of Equalization To
Store Shelves Minimum Stocking Requirements
As a WIC authorized vendor you are required to stock the WIC authorized foods and quantities listed in WIC Bulletin Regulation (WBR) section 71100
These minimum stocking requirements ensure WIC participants have access to the foods they need while shopping at your store WIC foods included in the minimum stocking requirements must be stocked in
full quantities at all times in a public area All WIC foods included in the minimum stocking requirements must be available at the store Products on order that have not been delivered do not count toward the minimum stocking requirements
To access the Minimum Stocking Requirements go to our website at wwwwicworkscagov
Find GrocersVendors Click on Resources Find General Information Click on Vendor Minimum Stocking Requirements
Shelf Talkers Confusion at the cash register Help your WIC shoppers find the foods they need by placing shelf talkers under all the WIC authorized foods on your shelves
To order shelf talkers and other WIC materials go to our website at wwwwicworkscagov
Find GrocersVendors Click on Resources Find Authorized Vendors Click on Vendor Materials Ordering Process
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Food Instruments and Cash Value
Successful WIC Transactions
8 Steps to Conduct a WIC Transaction There are 8 easy steps to the WIC checkout procedure Here is a quick review
1 Request the WIC ID folder from the WIC shopper and check for a signature on the front
2 Ask for the Food Instrument (FI) being used in the transaction
3 Check the ldquoFirst Day to Userdquo and ldquoLast Day to Userdquo printed on the FI
4 Group the WIC foods by the FIs listing those foods Check for authorized foods and correct quantities
5 Enter the exact purchase price on each FI
6 Ask the WIC shopper to sign each FI
7 Compare the shopperrsquos signature on the FI with the signature on the WIC ID folder
8 Give the WIC ID folder and receipt to the shopper
Customer Service
WIC wants to thank you for providing WIC shoppers with excellent customer service A positive shopping experience is what keeps WIC shoppers coming back to your store
Vouchers
Security Features
If a WIC FI is photocopied VOID will appear on the copied FI
A thermochromic WIC logo on the back of a WIC FI will turn transparent when pressed with a warm fingerthumb
Artificial watermarks on the back of a WIC FI can be viewed at any angle or by using a black light
VWIX will indicate if a WIC FI is invalid or stolen
Food Instruments (FI)
With the exception of Infant Formula WIC shoppers are not
Cash Value Vouchers (CVV)
The WIC CVV works just like any other WIC FI except that it may only be used for the purchase of authorized fruits and vegetables
If the total dollar amount of the item(s) being purchased exceeds the dollar amount printed on the WIC CVV the WIC shopper can pay the difference
No change is given if the purchase amount is less than the dollar amount printed on the CVV
required to purchase the full amount printed on the FI DID YOU KNOW
Do not require WIC shoppers to purchase less expensive brands or pay the difference to keep the purchase within the Maximum Allowable Reimbursement Rate (MADR)
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
You help to serve approximately 1183000 WIC participants throughout California each month
Promotions and Incentives
Peer Group A
Vendors in peer group A are allowed to offer incentives that have received written approval allowing the items to be offered Any authorizations dated prior to August 2015 are no longer valid and must be re‐submitted Vendors should reference WBR section 70800 Incentive Item Requirements for a list of allowable items
Peer Groups B and C
Vendors in peer group B and C are allowed to offer promotionsdiscounts to WIC shoppers as long as the promotionsdiscounts are equally offered to non‐WIC shoppers Examples of allowable promotionsdiscounts are buy oneget one free offers andor manufacturer or store coupons
DID YOU KNOW
WIC was formally created by an amendment to section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 on September 26 1972
WIC Changes in 2016 Regulatory Bulletin 2016-01
On August 3 2016 CDPHWIC adopted amendments to WBR section 60300 Rules for Calculating the Maximum Allowable Department Reimbursement Rate The Final Action became effective September 7 2016
Regulatory Bulletin 2016-02
On July 11 2016 CDPHWIC adopted amendments to WBR sections 70100 Business Integrity and 70500 Circumvention of WIC Sanction The Final Action became effective August 15 2016
You can find Regulatory Bulletin 2016‐01 and Regulatory Bulletin 2016‐02 along with other WIC Final Rules on our website at wwwwicworkscagov
Find Program Information Click on WIC Statutes and Regulations
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Vendor Alert 2016-01
On December 31 2015 CDPHWIC adopted an amendment to California WIC Authorized Food List regulations which details the requirements for CDPHWIC authorized foods The amendment resulted in a new WAFL SG that went into effect March 28 2016 and includes changes to many food categories such as milk eggs soy tofu canned fish whole grains breakfast cereal fruits and vegetables infant cereal infant fruits and vegetables and infant meats
Additionally yogurt was added as a new food category
Vendor Alert 2016-02
On December 31 2015 CDPHWIC adopted an amendment to regulations for the WIC Authorized Food List which details the requirements for CDPHWIC authorized foods The Final Action is effective March 8 2016 and includes new food item numbers and Maximum Allowable Department Reimbursement Rates (MADR)
Vendor Alert 2016-04
7 Code of Federal Regulations part 24612(l)(iii)(D) and the California Code of Regulations title 22 section 40740 subdivision (e)(4) prohibit vendors from receiving transacting andor redeeming food instruments outside of authorized channels
Redeeming a food instrument outside of authorized channels includes redemption by an authorized vendor of food instruments accepted from participants or other third parties in greater quantities than could be validly transacted from an unauthorized vendor or from a local agency employee as well as other such forms of trafficking (Special Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children Food Delivery Systems 55 Federal Register (FR) 53446‐01)
You can find Vendor Alerts 2016‐01 2016‐02 and 2016‐04 along with other vendor alerts on our website at wwwwicworkscagov
Find GrocersVendors Click on Vendor Alerts
WIC Compliance Vendor Sanctions and Claim Process
CDPHWIC may seek restitution by establishing a claim for payment of any benefits or monies received as a result of WIC program violations impose disqualification andor termination from the program and make referrals to other public programs for investigation andor possible criminal prosecution under state and federal laws A civil money penalty may be imposed in lieu of a disqualification if CDPHWIC determines there is a participant access concern in the geographic area Failure to pay claims timely may result in non‐reauthorization of a vendor agreement
As a WIC authorized vendor you can avoid vendor sanctions by following the Vendor Authorization Criteria which is the criteria the CDPHWIC uses to select stores for authorization as well as the terms of the Vendor Agreement that vendors must sign to become a WIC vendor
For more information on regulations for the California WIC Program visit our website at
Find Program Information Click on WIC Statutes and Regulations
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Test your WIC Knowledge
We Want to Hear from You
Vendor Training
WIC Program trainers work hard to develop and deliver the best WIC vendor education possible Whether you are a store owner manager or cashier we want to hear from you Please tell us about your WIC Vendor Training experience What worked well in the training and what can be changed to provide the best possible training experience in the future
Please email your feedback to WICVendorEdcdphcagov
DID YOU KNOW
VWIX Training is available via webcast To attend a VWIX webcast please register at
httpswicworkswebexcom
1) Click the Training Center tab 2) Click the Upcoming tab 3) Locate the VWIX training session you want and
complete the registration
Report Fraud or Abuse Reporting fraud or abuse of the WIC Program is easy
Just document the who what when where how and
file your concern
By Phone (800) 852‐5770
By Email WICABUSEcdphcagov
By efax (916)440‐5575
By Mail CDPHWIC ndash Vendor Intake Unit
3901 Lennane Drive Sacramento CA 95834
True or False
The most recent publication of the WAFL SG is dated March 28 2016
Yogurt is now authorized
Whole wheat pasta is now authorized
WIC foods included in the minimum stocking requirements section must be stocked in full quantities at all items in a public area unless otherwise noted
There are 8 easy steps to the WIC checkout procedure
The WIC CVV may only be used for the purchase of authorized fruits and vegetables
Vendors in Peer Group B amp C are allowed to offer promotionsdiscounts to WIC shoppers as long as the promotionsdiscounts are equally offered to non‐WIC shoppers
The California WIC Food List Database is a supplement to the WIC Authorized Food List (WAFL SG)
Answers The answer to all of these questions is TRUE
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Infant Formula
The Infant Formula Food Instrument
The Infant Formula FI is the only WIC FI that requires the WIC shopper to purchase the full quantity brand product name type and size printed on the FI
Once purcased WIC shoppers are not allowed to exchange WIC formula for another brand product name type or size If the WIC infant formula was expired when purchased from the store the WIC shopper can return it for a replacement of the same type
Purchasing Infant Formula
WIC authorized vendors may only purchase infant formula from wholesalers
verify that wholesalers distributors and retailers have a valid sellerrsquos permit in California go to the Board of Equalization website at httpsefileboecagovboewebservicesverificationjspaction=SALES
You can also purchase infant formula directly from one of the following manufacturers Nestle USA Mead Johnson and Company Nutricia North America PBM Nutritionals Solus Products LLC and Abbott Laboratories
distributors or retailers who have a valid California sellerrsquos permit issued by the State Board of Equalization To
Store Shelves Minimum Stocking Requirements
As a WIC authorized vendor you are required to stock the WIC authorized foods and quantities listed in WIC Bulletin Regulation (WBR) section 71100
These minimum stocking requirements ensure WIC participants have access to the foods they need while shopping at your store WIC foods included in the minimum stocking requirements must be stocked in
full quantities at all times in a public area All WIC foods included in the minimum stocking requirements must be available at the store Products on order that have not been delivered do not count toward the minimum stocking requirements
To access the Minimum Stocking Requirements go to our website at wwwwicworkscagov
Find GrocersVendors Click on Resources Find General Information Click on Vendor Minimum Stocking Requirements
Shelf Talkers Confusion at the cash register Help your WIC shoppers find the foods they need by placing shelf talkers under all the WIC authorized foods on your shelves
To order shelf talkers and other WIC materials go to our website at wwwwicworkscagov
Find GrocersVendors Click on Resources Find Authorized Vendors Click on Vendor Materials Ordering Process
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Food Instruments and Cash Value
Successful WIC Transactions
8 Steps to Conduct a WIC Transaction There are 8 easy steps to the WIC checkout procedure Here is a quick review
1 Request the WIC ID folder from the WIC shopper and check for a signature on the front
2 Ask for the Food Instrument (FI) being used in the transaction
3 Check the ldquoFirst Day to Userdquo and ldquoLast Day to Userdquo printed on the FI
4 Group the WIC foods by the FIs listing those foods Check for authorized foods and correct quantities
5 Enter the exact purchase price on each FI
6 Ask the WIC shopper to sign each FI
7 Compare the shopperrsquos signature on the FI with the signature on the WIC ID folder
8 Give the WIC ID folder and receipt to the shopper
Customer Service
WIC wants to thank you for providing WIC shoppers with excellent customer service A positive shopping experience is what keeps WIC shoppers coming back to your store
Vouchers
Security Features
If a WIC FI is photocopied VOID will appear on the copied FI
A thermochromic WIC logo on the back of a WIC FI will turn transparent when pressed with a warm fingerthumb
Artificial watermarks on the back of a WIC FI can be viewed at any angle or by using a black light
VWIX will indicate if a WIC FI is invalid or stolen
Food Instruments (FI)
With the exception of Infant Formula WIC shoppers are not
Cash Value Vouchers (CVV)
The WIC CVV works just like any other WIC FI except that it may only be used for the purchase of authorized fruits and vegetables
If the total dollar amount of the item(s) being purchased exceeds the dollar amount printed on the WIC CVV the WIC shopper can pay the difference
No change is given if the purchase amount is less than the dollar amount printed on the CVV
required to purchase the full amount printed on the FI DID YOU KNOW
Do not require WIC shoppers to purchase less expensive brands or pay the difference to keep the purchase within the Maximum Allowable Reimbursement Rate (MADR)
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
You help to serve approximately 1183000 WIC participants throughout California each month
Promotions and Incentives
Peer Group A
Vendors in peer group A are allowed to offer incentives that have received written approval allowing the items to be offered Any authorizations dated prior to August 2015 are no longer valid and must be re‐submitted Vendors should reference WBR section 70800 Incentive Item Requirements for a list of allowable items
Peer Groups B and C
Vendors in peer group B and C are allowed to offer promotionsdiscounts to WIC shoppers as long as the promotionsdiscounts are equally offered to non‐WIC shoppers Examples of allowable promotionsdiscounts are buy oneget one free offers andor manufacturer or store coupons
DID YOU KNOW
WIC was formally created by an amendment to section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 on September 26 1972
WIC Changes in 2016 Regulatory Bulletin 2016-01
On August 3 2016 CDPHWIC adopted amendments to WBR section 60300 Rules for Calculating the Maximum Allowable Department Reimbursement Rate The Final Action became effective September 7 2016
Regulatory Bulletin 2016-02
On July 11 2016 CDPHWIC adopted amendments to WBR sections 70100 Business Integrity and 70500 Circumvention of WIC Sanction The Final Action became effective August 15 2016
You can find Regulatory Bulletin 2016‐01 and Regulatory Bulletin 2016‐02 along with other WIC Final Rules on our website at wwwwicworkscagov
Find Program Information Click on WIC Statutes and Regulations
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Vendor Alert 2016-01
On December 31 2015 CDPHWIC adopted an amendment to California WIC Authorized Food List regulations which details the requirements for CDPHWIC authorized foods The amendment resulted in a new WAFL SG that went into effect March 28 2016 and includes changes to many food categories such as milk eggs soy tofu canned fish whole grains breakfast cereal fruits and vegetables infant cereal infant fruits and vegetables and infant meats
Additionally yogurt was added as a new food category
Vendor Alert 2016-02
On December 31 2015 CDPHWIC adopted an amendment to regulations for the WIC Authorized Food List which details the requirements for CDPHWIC authorized foods The Final Action is effective March 8 2016 and includes new food item numbers and Maximum Allowable Department Reimbursement Rates (MADR)
Vendor Alert 2016-04
7 Code of Federal Regulations part 24612(l)(iii)(D) and the California Code of Regulations title 22 section 40740 subdivision (e)(4) prohibit vendors from receiving transacting andor redeeming food instruments outside of authorized channels
Redeeming a food instrument outside of authorized channels includes redemption by an authorized vendor of food instruments accepted from participants or other third parties in greater quantities than could be validly transacted from an unauthorized vendor or from a local agency employee as well as other such forms of trafficking (Special Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children Food Delivery Systems 55 Federal Register (FR) 53446‐01)
You can find Vendor Alerts 2016‐01 2016‐02 and 2016‐04 along with other vendor alerts on our website at wwwwicworkscagov
Find GrocersVendors Click on Vendor Alerts
WIC Compliance Vendor Sanctions and Claim Process
CDPHWIC may seek restitution by establishing a claim for payment of any benefits or monies received as a result of WIC program violations impose disqualification andor termination from the program and make referrals to other public programs for investigation andor possible criminal prosecution under state and federal laws A civil money penalty may be imposed in lieu of a disqualification if CDPHWIC determines there is a participant access concern in the geographic area Failure to pay claims timely may result in non‐reauthorization of a vendor agreement
As a WIC authorized vendor you can avoid vendor sanctions by following the Vendor Authorization Criteria which is the criteria the CDPHWIC uses to select stores for authorization as well as the terms of the Vendor Agreement that vendors must sign to become a WIC vendor
For more information on regulations for the California WIC Program visit our website at
Find Program Information Click on WIC Statutes and Regulations
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Test your WIC Knowledge
We Want to Hear from You
Vendor Training
WIC Program trainers work hard to develop and deliver the best WIC vendor education possible Whether you are a store owner manager or cashier we want to hear from you Please tell us about your WIC Vendor Training experience What worked well in the training and what can be changed to provide the best possible training experience in the future
Please email your feedback to WICVendorEdcdphcagov
DID YOU KNOW
VWIX Training is available via webcast To attend a VWIX webcast please register at
httpswicworkswebexcom
1) Click the Training Center tab 2) Click the Upcoming tab 3) Locate the VWIX training session you want and
complete the registration
Report Fraud or Abuse Reporting fraud or abuse of the WIC Program is easy
Just document the who what when where how and
file your concern
By Phone (800) 852‐5770
By Email WICABUSEcdphcagov
By efax (916)440‐5575
By Mail CDPHWIC ndash Vendor Intake Unit
3901 Lennane Drive Sacramento CA 95834
True or False
The most recent publication of the WAFL SG is dated March 28 2016
Yogurt is now authorized
Whole wheat pasta is now authorized
WIC foods included in the minimum stocking requirements section must be stocked in full quantities at all items in a public area unless otherwise noted
There are 8 easy steps to the WIC checkout procedure
The WIC CVV may only be used for the purchase of authorized fruits and vegetables
Vendors in Peer Group B amp C are allowed to offer promotionsdiscounts to WIC shoppers as long as the promotionsdiscounts are equally offered to non‐WIC shoppers
The California WIC Food List Database is a supplement to the WIC Authorized Food List (WAFL SG)
Answers The answer to all of these questions is TRUE
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Food Instruments and Cash Value
Successful WIC Transactions
8 Steps to Conduct a WIC Transaction There are 8 easy steps to the WIC checkout procedure Here is a quick review
1 Request the WIC ID folder from the WIC shopper and check for a signature on the front
2 Ask for the Food Instrument (FI) being used in the transaction
3 Check the ldquoFirst Day to Userdquo and ldquoLast Day to Userdquo printed on the FI
4 Group the WIC foods by the FIs listing those foods Check for authorized foods and correct quantities
5 Enter the exact purchase price on each FI
6 Ask the WIC shopper to sign each FI
7 Compare the shopperrsquos signature on the FI with the signature on the WIC ID folder
8 Give the WIC ID folder and receipt to the shopper
Customer Service
WIC wants to thank you for providing WIC shoppers with excellent customer service A positive shopping experience is what keeps WIC shoppers coming back to your store
Vouchers
Security Features
If a WIC FI is photocopied VOID will appear on the copied FI
A thermochromic WIC logo on the back of a WIC FI will turn transparent when pressed with a warm fingerthumb
Artificial watermarks on the back of a WIC FI can be viewed at any angle or by using a black light
VWIX will indicate if a WIC FI is invalid or stolen
Food Instruments (FI)
With the exception of Infant Formula WIC shoppers are not
Cash Value Vouchers (CVV)
The WIC CVV works just like any other WIC FI except that it may only be used for the purchase of authorized fruits and vegetables
If the total dollar amount of the item(s) being purchased exceeds the dollar amount printed on the WIC CVV the WIC shopper can pay the difference
No change is given if the purchase amount is less than the dollar amount printed on the CVV
required to purchase the full amount printed on the FI DID YOU KNOW
Do not require WIC shoppers to purchase less expensive brands or pay the difference to keep the purchase within the Maximum Allowable Reimbursement Rate (MADR)
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
You help to serve approximately 1183000 WIC participants throughout California each month
Promotions and Incentives
Peer Group A
Vendors in peer group A are allowed to offer incentives that have received written approval allowing the items to be offered Any authorizations dated prior to August 2015 are no longer valid and must be re‐submitted Vendors should reference WBR section 70800 Incentive Item Requirements for a list of allowable items
Peer Groups B and C
Vendors in peer group B and C are allowed to offer promotionsdiscounts to WIC shoppers as long as the promotionsdiscounts are equally offered to non‐WIC shoppers Examples of allowable promotionsdiscounts are buy oneget one free offers andor manufacturer or store coupons
DID YOU KNOW
WIC was formally created by an amendment to section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 on September 26 1972
WIC Changes in 2016 Regulatory Bulletin 2016-01
On August 3 2016 CDPHWIC adopted amendments to WBR section 60300 Rules for Calculating the Maximum Allowable Department Reimbursement Rate The Final Action became effective September 7 2016
Regulatory Bulletin 2016-02
On July 11 2016 CDPHWIC adopted amendments to WBR sections 70100 Business Integrity and 70500 Circumvention of WIC Sanction The Final Action became effective August 15 2016
You can find Regulatory Bulletin 2016‐01 and Regulatory Bulletin 2016‐02 along with other WIC Final Rules on our website at wwwwicworkscagov
Find Program Information Click on WIC Statutes and Regulations
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Vendor Alert 2016-01
On December 31 2015 CDPHWIC adopted an amendment to California WIC Authorized Food List regulations which details the requirements for CDPHWIC authorized foods The amendment resulted in a new WAFL SG that went into effect March 28 2016 and includes changes to many food categories such as milk eggs soy tofu canned fish whole grains breakfast cereal fruits and vegetables infant cereal infant fruits and vegetables and infant meats
Additionally yogurt was added as a new food category
Vendor Alert 2016-02
On December 31 2015 CDPHWIC adopted an amendment to regulations for the WIC Authorized Food List which details the requirements for CDPHWIC authorized foods The Final Action is effective March 8 2016 and includes new food item numbers and Maximum Allowable Department Reimbursement Rates (MADR)
Vendor Alert 2016-04
7 Code of Federal Regulations part 24612(l)(iii)(D) and the California Code of Regulations title 22 section 40740 subdivision (e)(4) prohibit vendors from receiving transacting andor redeeming food instruments outside of authorized channels
Redeeming a food instrument outside of authorized channels includes redemption by an authorized vendor of food instruments accepted from participants or other third parties in greater quantities than could be validly transacted from an unauthorized vendor or from a local agency employee as well as other such forms of trafficking (Special Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children Food Delivery Systems 55 Federal Register (FR) 53446‐01)
You can find Vendor Alerts 2016‐01 2016‐02 and 2016‐04 along with other vendor alerts on our website at wwwwicworkscagov
Find GrocersVendors Click on Vendor Alerts
WIC Compliance Vendor Sanctions and Claim Process
CDPHWIC may seek restitution by establishing a claim for payment of any benefits or monies received as a result of WIC program violations impose disqualification andor termination from the program and make referrals to other public programs for investigation andor possible criminal prosecution under state and federal laws A civil money penalty may be imposed in lieu of a disqualification if CDPHWIC determines there is a participant access concern in the geographic area Failure to pay claims timely may result in non‐reauthorization of a vendor agreement
As a WIC authorized vendor you can avoid vendor sanctions by following the Vendor Authorization Criteria which is the criteria the CDPHWIC uses to select stores for authorization as well as the terms of the Vendor Agreement that vendors must sign to become a WIC vendor
For more information on regulations for the California WIC Program visit our website at
Find Program Information Click on WIC Statutes and Regulations
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Test your WIC Knowledge
We Want to Hear from You
Vendor Training
WIC Program trainers work hard to develop and deliver the best WIC vendor education possible Whether you are a store owner manager or cashier we want to hear from you Please tell us about your WIC Vendor Training experience What worked well in the training and what can be changed to provide the best possible training experience in the future
Please email your feedback to WICVendorEdcdphcagov
DID YOU KNOW
VWIX Training is available via webcast To attend a VWIX webcast please register at
httpswicworkswebexcom
1) Click the Training Center tab 2) Click the Upcoming tab 3) Locate the VWIX training session you want and
complete the registration
Report Fraud or Abuse Reporting fraud or abuse of the WIC Program is easy
Just document the who what when where how and
file your concern
By Phone (800) 852‐5770
By Email WICABUSEcdphcagov
By efax (916)440‐5575
By Mail CDPHWIC ndash Vendor Intake Unit
3901 Lennane Drive Sacramento CA 95834
True or False
The most recent publication of the WAFL SG is dated March 28 2016
Yogurt is now authorized
Whole wheat pasta is now authorized
WIC foods included in the minimum stocking requirements section must be stocked in full quantities at all items in a public area unless otherwise noted
There are 8 easy steps to the WIC checkout procedure
The WIC CVV may only be used for the purchase of authorized fruits and vegetables
Vendors in Peer Group B amp C are allowed to offer promotionsdiscounts to WIC shoppers as long as the promotionsdiscounts are equally offered to non‐WIC shoppers
The California WIC Food List Database is a supplement to the WIC Authorized Food List (WAFL SG)
Answers The answer to all of these questions is TRUE
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Promotions and Incentives
Peer Group A
Vendors in peer group A are allowed to offer incentives that have received written approval allowing the items to be offered Any authorizations dated prior to August 2015 are no longer valid and must be re‐submitted Vendors should reference WBR section 70800 Incentive Item Requirements for a list of allowable items
Peer Groups B and C
Vendors in peer group B and C are allowed to offer promotionsdiscounts to WIC shoppers as long as the promotionsdiscounts are equally offered to non‐WIC shoppers Examples of allowable promotionsdiscounts are buy oneget one free offers andor manufacturer or store coupons
DID YOU KNOW
WIC was formally created by an amendment to section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 on September 26 1972
WIC Changes in 2016 Regulatory Bulletin 2016-01
On August 3 2016 CDPHWIC adopted amendments to WBR section 60300 Rules for Calculating the Maximum Allowable Department Reimbursement Rate The Final Action became effective September 7 2016
Regulatory Bulletin 2016-02
On July 11 2016 CDPHWIC adopted amendments to WBR sections 70100 Business Integrity and 70500 Circumvention of WIC Sanction The Final Action became effective August 15 2016
You can find Regulatory Bulletin 2016‐01 and Regulatory Bulletin 2016‐02 along with other WIC Final Rules on our website at wwwwicworkscagov
Find Program Information Click on WIC Statutes and Regulations
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Vendor Alert 2016-01
On December 31 2015 CDPHWIC adopted an amendment to California WIC Authorized Food List regulations which details the requirements for CDPHWIC authorized foods The amendment resulted in a new WAFL SG that went into effect March 28 2016 and includes changes to many food categories such as milk eggs soy tofu canned fish whole grains breakfast cereal fruits and vegetables infant cereal infant fruits and vegetables and infant meats
Additionally yogurt was added as a new food category
Vendor Alert 2016-02
On December 31 2015 CDPHWIC adopted an amendment to regulations for the WIC Authorized Food List which details the requirements for CDPHWIC authorized foods The Final Action is effective March 8 2016 and includes new food item numbers and Maximum Allowable Department Reimbursement Rates (MADR)
Vendor Alert 2016-04
7 Code of Federal Regulations part 24612(l)(iii)(D) and the California Code of Regulations title 22 section 40740 subdivision (e)(4) prohibit vendors from receiving transacting andor redeeming food instruments outside of authorized channels
Redeeming a food instrument outside of authorized channels includes redemption by an authorized vendor of food instruments accepted from participants or other third parties in greater quantities than could be validly transacted from an unauthorized vendor or from a local agency employee as well as other such forms of trafficking (Special Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children Food Delivery Systems 55 Federal Register (FR) 53446‐01)
You can find Vendor Alerts 2016‐01 2016‐02 and 2016‐04 along with other vendor alerts on our website at wwwwicworkscagov
Find GrocersVendors Click on Vendor Alerts
WIC Compliance Vendor Sanctions and Claim Process
CDPHWIC may seek restitution by establishing a claim for payment of any benefits or monies received as a result of WIC program violations impose disqualification andor termination from the program and make referrals to other public programs for investigation andor possible criminal prosecution under state and federal laws A civil money penalty may be imposed in lieu of a disqualification if CDPHWIC determines there is a participant access concern in the geographic area Failure to pay claims timely may result in non‐reauthorization of a vendor agreement
As a WIC authorized vendor you can avoid vendor sanctions by following the Vendor Authorization Criteria which is the criteria the CDPHWIC uses to select stores for authorization as well as the terms of the Vendor Agreement that vendors must sign to become a WIC vendor
For more information on regulations for the California WIC Program visit our website at
Find Program Information Click on WIC Statutes and Regulations
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Test your WIC Knowledge
We Want to Hear from You
Vendor Training
WIC Program trainers work hard to develop and deliver the best WIC vendor education possible Whether you are a store owner manager or cashier we want to hear from you Please tell us about your WIC Vendor Training experience What worked well in the training and what can be changed to provide the best possible training experience in the future
Please email your feedback to WICVendorEdcdphcagov
DID YOU KNOW
VWIX Training is available via webcast To attend a VWIX webcast please register at
httpswicworkswebexcom
1) Click the Training Center tab 2) Click the Upcoming tab 3) Locate the VWIX training session you want and
complete the registration
Report Fraud or Abuse Reporting fraud or abuse of the WIC Program is easy
Just document the who what when where how and
file your concern
By Phone (800) 852‐5770
By Email WICABUSEcdphcagov
By efax (916)440‐5575
By Mail CDPHWIC ndash Vendor Intake Unit
3901 Lennane Drive Sacramento CA 95834
True or False
The most recent publication of the WAFL SG is dated March 28 2016
Yogurt is now authorized
Whole wheat pasta is now authorized
WIC foods included in the minimum stocking requirements section must be stocked in full quantities at all items in a public area unless otherwise noted
There are 8 easy steps to the WIC checkout procedure
The WIC CVV may only be used for the purchase of authorized fruits and vegetables
Vendors in Peer Group B amp C are allowed to offer promotionsdiscounts to WIC shoppers as long as the promotionsdiscounts are equally offered to non‐WIC shoppers
The California WIC Food List Database is a supplement to the WIC Authorized Food List (WAFL SG)
Answers The answer to all of these questions is TRUE
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Vendor Alert 2016-01
On December 31 2015 CDPHWIC adopted an amendment to California WIC Authorized Food List regulations which details the requirements for CDPHWIC authorized foods The amendment resulted in a new WAFL SG that went into effect March 28 2016 and includes changes to many food categories such as milk eggs soy tofu canned fish whole grains breakfast cereal fruits and vegetables infant cereal infant fruits and vegetables and infant meats
Additionally yogurt was added as a new food category
Vendor Alert 2016-02
On December 31 2015 CDPHWIC adopted an amendment to regulations for the WIC Authorized Food List which details the requirements for CDPHWIC authorized foods The Final Action is effective March 8 2016 and includes new food item numbers and Maximum Allowable Department Reimbursement Rates (MADR)
Vendor Alert 2016-04
7 Code of Federal Regulations part 24612(l)(iii)(D) and the California Code of Regulations title 22 section 40740 subdivision (e)(4) prohibit vendors from receiving transacting andor redeeming food instruments outside of authorized channels
Redeeming a food instrument outside of authorized channels includes redemption by an authorized vendor of food instruments accepted from participants or other third parties in greater quantities than could be validly transacted from an unauthorized vendor or from a local agency employee as well as other such forms of trafficking (Special Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children Food Delivery Systems 55 Federal Register (FR) 53446‐01)
You can find Vendor Alerts 2016‐01 2016‐02 and 2016‐04 along with other vendor alerts on our website at wwwwicworkscagov
Find GrocersVendors Click on Vendor Alerts
WIC Compliance Vendor Sanctions and Claim Process
CDPHWIC may seek restitution by establishing a claim for payment of any benefits or monies received as a result of WIC program violations impose disqualification andor termination from the program and make referrals to other public programs for investigation andor possible criminal prosecution under state and federal laws A civil money penalty may be imposed in lieu of a disqualification if CDPHWIC determines there is a participant access concern in the geographic area Failure to pay claims timely may result in non‐reauthorization of a vendor agreement
As a WIC authorized vendor you can avoid vendor sanctions by following the Vendor Authorization Criteria which is the criteria the CDPHWIC uses to select stores for authorization as well as the terms of the Vendor Agreement that vendors must sign to become a WIC vendor
For more information on regulations for the California WIC Program visit our website at
Find Program Information Click on WIC Statutes and Regulations
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Test your WIC Knowledge
We Want to Hear from You
Vendor Training
WIC Program trainers work hard to develop and deliver the best WIC vendor education possible Whether you are a store owner manager or cashier we want to hear from you Please tell us about your WIC Vendor Training experience What worked well in the training and what can be changed to provide the best possible training experience in the future
Please email your feedback to WICVendorEdcdphcagov
DID YOU KNOW
VWIX Training is available via webcast To attend a VWIX webcast please register at
httpswicworkswebexcom
1) Click the Training Center tab 2) Click the Upcoming tab 3) Locate the VWIX training session you want and
complete the registration
Report Fraud or Abuse Reporting fraud or abuse of the WIC Program is easy
Just document the who what when where how and
file your concern
By Phone (800) 852‐5770
By Email WICABUSEcdphcagov
By efax (916)440‐5575
By Mail CDPHWIC ndash Vendor Intake Unit
3901 Lennane Drive Sacramento CA 95834
True or False
The most recent publication of the WAFL SG is dated March 28 2016
Yogurt is now authorized
Whole wheat pasta is now authorized
WIC foods included in the minimum stocking requirements section must be stocked in full quantities at all items in a public area unless otherwise noted
There are 8 easy steps to the WIC checkout procedure
The WIC CVV may only be used for the purchase of authorized fruits and vegetables
Vendors in Peer Group B amp C are allowed to offer promotionsdiscounts to WIC shoppers as long as the promotionsdiscounts are equally offered to non‐WIC shoppers
The California WIC Food List Database is a supplement to the WIC Authorized Food List (WAFL SG)
Answers The answer to all of these questions is TRUE
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Test your WIC Knowledge
We Want to Hear from You
Vendor Training
WIC Program trainers work hard to develop and deliver the best WIC vendor education possible Whether you are a store owner manager or cashier we want to hear from you Please tell us about your WIC Vendor Training experience What worked well in the training and what can be changed to provide the best possible training experience in the future
Please email your feedback to WICVendorEdcdphcagov
DID YOU KNOW
VWIX Training is available via webcast To attend a VWIX webcast please register at
httpswicworkswebexcom
1) Click the Training Center tab 2) Click the Upcoming tab 3) Locate the VWIX training session you want and
complete the registration
Report Fraud or Abuse Reporting fraud or abuse of the WIC Program is easy
Just document the who what when where how and
file your concern
By Phone (800) 852‐5770
By Email WICABUSEcdphcagov
By efax (916)440‐5575
By Mail CDPHWIC ndash Vendor Intake Unit
3901 Lennane Drive Sacramento CA 95834
True or False
The most recent publication of the WAFL SG is dated March 28 2016
Yogurt is now authorized
Whole wheat pasta is now authorized
WIC foods included in the minimum stocking requirements section must be stocked in full quantities at all items in a public area unless otherwise noted
There are 8 easy steps to the WIC checkout procedure
The WIC CVV may only be used for the purchase of authorized fruits and vegetables
Vendors in Peer Group B amp C are allowed to offer promotionsdiscounts to WIC shoppers as long as the promotionsdiscounts are equally offered to non‐WIC shoppers
The California WIC Food List Database is a supplement to the WIC Authorized Food List (WAFL SG)
Answers The answer to all of these questions is TRUE
This institution is an equal opportunity provider