3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(ii) · If the results reveal elevated levels of lead or copper as defined by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Safe Drinking Water, which pose risk of harm to children, the center shall: immediately discontinue use of all drinking water sources in the building; provide bottled water for drinking; provide bottled water for food preparation with approval from the local health official; and notify parents of the children in attendance at the center.

Comply with the requirements of the manual if the center's water testing results reveal elevated levels of lead or copper.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 3, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) · Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center and, in the discretion of the Office of Licensing, any other time, the applicant or facility operator shall certify in writing that the center provides a potable water supply provided by a public community water system. If the facility is supplied by a public community water system, the applicant or facility operator shall provide documentation of water testing conducted by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection for water testing for lead and copper from all faucets and other sources used for drinking water or food preparation and at least 50 percent of all indoor water faucets utilized by the center.

Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 3, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(19) · the center shall test for the presence of radon gas in each classroom on the lowest floor level used by children at least once every five years and shall post the test results in a prominent location in all buildings at the center, as specified in N.J.S.A. 30:5B-5.2.

Test for the presence of radon gas as required.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(15) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.

Maintain mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition in classroom 113.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 29, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(1) · (a) Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. 2. Floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. 4. Carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. 9. Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.

Ensure that the light is operable in classroom 111.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 29, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(l) · (l) Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating: i. The location of the first aid kit and any additional first aid supplies; ii. The name, address and telephone number of the physician retained by the center or of the health facility to be used in emergencies; iii. An alternate indoor location that operates during the same operating hours as the center. The center shall: (1) Select an alternate indoor location within safe walking distance; or (2) Develop a written procedure for obtaining emergency transportation to the alternate location; iv. The hospital or clinic to which injured or ill children will be taken; v. The telephone numbers for obtaining police, fire, ambulance and poison control services, including the National Poison Emergency Hotline at (800) 222-1222; vi. The location of written authorization from parent(s) for emergency medical care for each child; vii. A diagram showing how the center is to be evacuated in case of emergency from each classroom and the outdoor play area; viii. The location of fire alarms and fire extinguishers; and ix. Procedures for ensuring children’s safety and communicating with parents in the event of evacuation, lockdown, natural or civil disaster, and other emergencies. The procedures shall indicate: (1) The plan for informing parents of their children’s whereabouts; and (2) The local law enforcement agency or emergency management office that has been notified of the center’s identifying information, as specified in (l)3 below. 2. The emergency procedures shall be readily accessible in a designated location within the center. 3. The center shall ensure that the appropriate local law enforcement agency or emergency management office is notified of: i. The center’s name and location; ii. The number, ages, and special needs of children enrolled; iii. The number of staff; iv. The need for emergency transportation; v. The location to which children will be evacuated; vi. The plan for a lockdown; and vii. The plan for reuniting children with their parents.

Maintain a written emergency plan in a readily accessible location that includes alternate location.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 27, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-3.4(a) · The sponsor or sponsor representative shall secure comprehensive general liability insurance coverage for the center and shall maintain on file a copy of the insurance policy or documentation of current insurance coverage.

Provide documentation that the center has current comprehensive general liability insurance coverage.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 3, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(a) · (a) Topics of orientation training shall include all of the following: 1. Supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a); 2. Understanding center operations, policies and procedures, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(b)3; 3. Implementing group size limits and primary caregiver responsibilities, as applicable, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.4; 4. Recognizing and reporting child abuse or neglect, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.9; 5. Evacuating the center and using the fire alarms, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(l); 6.Implementing the center’s release policy, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.5; 7. Implementing the center's statement of policy on the disciplining of children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6; 8. Implementing health practices, including medication administration and responding to symptoms of illness, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1 through 7.11; 9. Implementing safe sleep practices to prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome; 10. Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma; 11. Recognizing and responding to injuries and emergencies, including the prevention of and response to emergencies due to food-related allergies and other allergic reactions; and 12. Including children with special needs in the center’s program.

Ensure that 3 staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 29, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.11(a) · As a condition of securing a license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) fingerprint background check is completed for himself or herself, and for all staff members at least 18 years of age who are or will be working at the center on a regularly- scheduled basis, to determine whether any such person has been convicted of a crime, as specified in P.L. 2000, c. 77 (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-6.10 to 6.17). If a staff member refuses to consent to a CHRI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediately terminate the staff member’s employment at the center.

Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and 2 regularly scheduled staff.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 29, 2025

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.10(a) · As a condition of securing a new or renewal license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall provide for himself or herself, and shall obtain from all staff members who are or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis, written consent for the Department to conduct a Child Abuse Record Information (CARI) background check to determine whether an incident of child abuse or neglect has been substantiated against any such person. If a staff member refused to consent to a CARI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediately terminate the staff member's employment at the center.

Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and 2 regularly scheduled staff for the center's license renewal.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 29, 2025

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.1(d) · the Staff Records Checklist for the current director and all staff members currently working at the center shall be maintained on file at the center.

Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL and ensure that references are completed for 3 staff.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 29, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.9(a)(1) · The center shall maintain on file a log of the initial illnesses, symptoms of illness, or diseases that are exhibited by each child while in the center’s care, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1(c) and (d). This illness log shall include: the child's name; the date and time the illness, symptoms of illness or diseases were observed at the center; a description of the symptoms of illness manifested by the child; the action taken by the center to assist: the child who is demonstrating symptoms of illness; and the director in determining if exclusion of the child from the center is necessary; any significant change in the child's symptoms of illness; the date, if applicable, that: the child was removed from the center; the child returned to the center with a note from a health care provider attesting to the child's admissibility to the center and recovery from a reportable disease, as specified in N.J.A.C. 8:57; the child returned to the center with a parent’s note attesting that six days have elapsed since the onset of chicken pox, or that all chicken pox sores have dried and crusted; or the child returned to the center symptom-free.

Maintain an illness log on file at the center that includes: the child's name; symptoms of illness; actions taken by the center; and dates of exclusion and return.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 29, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.2(d) · An applicant seeking the renewal of a license or of a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval to continue operating a center shall obtain and maintain on file a fire safety inspection certificate for the building based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months. If the center prepares meals, the applicant seeking renewal shall obtain and maintain on file a satisfactory Sanitary Inspection Certificate, as specified in N.J.A.C. 8:24, indicating that the kitchen is in compliance with the applicable requirements of the State Sanitary Code, based on a sanitary inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months.

Provide a current fire certificate as required.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 3, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.11(a)(3) · As a condition of securing a license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) fingerprint background check is completed for himself or herself, and for all staff members at least 18 years of age who are or will be working at the center on a regularly- scheduled basis, to determine whether any such person has been convicted of a crime, as specified in P.L. 2000, c. 77 (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-6.10 to 6.17). If a staff member refuses to consent to a CHRI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediately terminate the staff member’s employment at the center.

Ensure that 1 CHRI background check is completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.1(d)(1) · The staff records specified in 3A:52-4.1(a) through (c) shall be maintained on file as follows: the Staff Records Checklist for the current director and all staff members currently working at the center shall be maintained on file at the center.

Ensure that the information on the Staff Records Checklist is current and that it is maintained on file at the center.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 18, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.10(b)(1) · When the center applies for a new or renewal license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department the completed CARI consent forms for all staff members who are or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis. Within two weeks after a new staff member begins working at the center, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department a completed CARI consent form for the new staff member.

Ensure that CARI background check is completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and 1 regularly scheduled staff.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(b) · Orientation training as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) may be included for six of the required hours of staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(c) and (d).

Ensure that all staff complete orientation training which may be included for six of the required annual training hours.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(c) · The center shall ensure that all staff members who work at the center complete 12 hours of continuing staff development each year.

Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(17) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all televisions and computers shall be secured on a stable surface and shelving shall be secured and not be overloaded.

Ensure that all computers are secured to a stable surface.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 18, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(b)(6) · Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: centers that provide outdoor space shall maintain all fencing in proper condition.

Repair the bottom of the fence for the outdoor play area.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(d)(1) · In lieu of the child care staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(b), the director, head teacher(s), group teacher(s), and program supervisor(s) shall each complete 20 hours of staff development each year. Recommended topics of training for these staff include educational and physical activity; special needs programming and program development; social-emotional and behavioral development for young children; legal issues, including ADA guidelines and leadership and advocacy.

Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(d)(3) · Heating requirements are as follows: the center shall not use portable liquid fuel-burning or wood-burning heating appliances or electric space heaters.

Remove electric space heaters, portable liquid fuel-burning or wood burning heating appliances.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(f)(1) · The staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) through (d) shall be clock hours of staff development.

Ensure that all staff orientation training is documented as clock hours of staff development.

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.4(i) · Children shall not use pacifiers with straps or other types of attachment devices.

Cease the use of pacifier straps or other types of attachment devices in classroom 103.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 7, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.3(a)(12)(ii) · All centers shall comply with the following requirements, the center shall ensure that these safety and sanitation practices are followed: sippy cups shall be labeled with the child’s name.

Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name throughout the center.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 7, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: for bottles, each child's bottle(s) shall be labeled with the child's name and dated.

Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the date throughout the center.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 7, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(l)(1)(iii) · Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating an alternate indoor location that operates during the same operating hours as the center. The center shall

Ensure that the center's evacuation procedures include an alternate indoor location that operates during the same operating hours as the center.

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(17) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all televisions and computers shall be secured on a stable surface and shelving shall be secured and not be overloaded.

Ensure that all televisions, computers, and shelving are secured to a stable surface.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 1, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(c) · The center shall ensure that all staff members who work at the center complete 12 hours of continuing staff development each year.

Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually.

Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(d)(1) · In lieu of the child care staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(b), the director, head teacher(s), group teacher(s), and program supervisor(s) shall each complete 20 hours of staff development each year. Recommended topics of training for these staff include educational and physical activity.

Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually.

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(b)(6) · Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: centers that provide outdoor space shall maintain all fencing in proper condition.

Ensure that the fence surrounding the outdoor play area is maintained in good condition. Repair the top of the playground fence.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 9, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(1) · The sponsor or sponsor representative shall designate individuals with the authority and responsibility to develop and implement written policies and procedures for the operation of the center, including a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication.

Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.6(c)(3) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the group teacher shall meet the requirements for experience and education

Ensure that the group teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.6(c)(1) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: for all centers, the head teacher or consulting head teacher shall meet the qualification requirements specified in one of the seven options set forth in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(c) for education and experience.

Ensure that the head teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 27, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.3(a)(2) · The center shall ensure that all staff members are trained in the method of keeping track of children and know how many children are in their care at all times.

Ensure that all staff have completed training pertaining to the center's policies and procedures for tracking children and are aware of the number of children in their care at all times in classroom 113.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 26, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.11(a)(1) · As a condition of securing a license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) fingerprint background check is completed for himself or herself, and for all staff members at least 18 years of age who are or will be working at the center on a regularly- scheduled basis, to determine whether any such person has been convicted of a crime, as specified in P.L. 2000, c. 77 (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-6.10 to 6.17). The sponsor or sponsor representative and each staff member shall complete the electronic fingerprinting process through the vendor authorized by the State to conduct CHRI background checks through the Division of State Police in the Department of Law and Public Safety and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Ensure that 1 named staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required. Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required for the center's license renewal.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 9, 2024

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(a)(7) · Topics of orientation training shall include implementing the center's statement of policy on the disciplining of children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6.

Based on complaint 22997, ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including implementing the center's discipline policy.

Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.6(a)(1) · The methods of guidance and discipline used shall: be positive.

Based on complaint 22997, ensure that the staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline at all times throughout the center.

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.6(a)(1) · The center shall take immediate necessary action to protect the child from further harm and shall immediately notify the child's parent(s) when a child is bitten and the skin is broken.

Based on complaint 23027, ensure that parents are notified immediately when a child is ill.

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.9(a)(1) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the center shall maintain on file a log of the initial illnesses, symptoms of illness, or diseases that are exhibited by each child while in the center’s care, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1(c) and (d). This illness log shall include

Based on complaint 23027, maintain an illness log on file at the center and ensure that it contains all of the required components such as the named child's parent information.

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(a)(8) · Topics of orientation training shall include implementing health practices, including medication administration and responding to symptoms of illness, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1 through 7.11.

Based on complaint 23027, ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including implementing health practices, medication administration and responding to symptoms of illness.

Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.3(a) · The children shall be supervised directly by a staff member at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Toileting procedures shall be supervised by a staff member as appropriate for the ages and developmental needs of the children.

Based on report, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 27, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.3(a)(2) · The center shall ensure that all staff members are trained in the method of keeping track of children and know how many children are in their care at all times.

Based on report, ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 27, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(a)(1) · Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a).

Based on report, retrain the named staff on, 1. The center's supervision policy and 2. The center's policies and procedures for tracking children.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 27, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.2(a)(8) · The center shall obtain a Life Hazard Use Registration certificate applicable to the center’s licensed capacity and ages served pursuant to the Uniform Fire Safety Act, N.J.S.A. 52:27D-192 et seq. The center shall post this document in a prominent location within the center.

Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 29, 2022

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.2(a)(5) · The center shall be permitted to obtain a valid fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, and submit a copy of the certificate to the Office of Licensing in lieu of a CO or CCO, if the center serves only children 2 ½ years of age or older and is located in a public school building that is used as a public school.

Provide a current fire certificate as required.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 29, 2022

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.6(e)(1) · The center shall maintain on file a written policy on the disciplining of children by staff members. The policy shall reflect the provisions specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6(a) through (c) and include the acceptable actions that a staff member may take when disciplining a child (that is, discussion with the child, time-out, etc.).

Prepare a discipline policy that includes the acceptable actions staff members may take when disciplining a child.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.1(b)(2) · The staff member(s) specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5 who are responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of the center's daily activities shall ensure that children have opportunities to choose materials freely and materials are accessible at all times except during lunch and nap time.

Ensure that materials are accessible to the children at all times, except during lunch and nap time, in classroom 111.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 29, 2022

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.10(b)(1) · When the center applies for a new or renewal license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department the completed CARI consent forms for all staff members who are or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis. Within two weeks after a new staff member begins working at the center, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department a completed CARI consent form for the new staff member.

Ensure that all staff submit a CARI background check upon renewal.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 11, 2023

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) · Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center and, in the discretion of the Office of Licensing, any other time, the applicant or facility operator shall certify in writing that the center provides a potable water supply provided by a public community water system. If the facility is supplied by a public community water system, the applicant or facility operator shall provide documentation of water testing conducted by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection for water testing for lead and copper from all faucets and other sources used for drinking water or food preparation and at least 50 percent of all indoor water faucets utilized by the center.

Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2022

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(iii) · Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center and, in the discretion of the Office of Licensing, any other time, the applicant or facility operator shall certify in writing that the center provides a potable water supply provided by a public community water system. If the facility or site is not provided a potable water supply by a public community water system, the applicant shall provide potable water sampling results demonstrating compliance with maximum contaminant levels for all contaminants required to be tested pursuant to N.J.A.C. 7:10-5 for public non-transient, non-community (NTNC) water systems, including radiological contaminants, regardless of whether they meet the definition of NTNC systems as defined at N.J.A.C. 7:10-1.3. This sampling shall have been conducted within three years of the date of application submission, except nitrates and coliform, for which the sampling shall have been conducted within 90 days of submitting the application.

Submit current documentation from the DEP, Bureau of Safe Drinking Water (BSDW) for centers not served by a public community water system and post the results.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 29, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(c)(2) · Lighting requirements are as follows: during program activities, at least 20 foot-candles of natural or artificial light shall be provided in all rooms used by the children. This illumination shall be measured three feet above the floor at the farthest point from the light source.

Provide adequate lighting throughout the center; Ensure the lights are operable in classroom 123. Ensure that the lights are operable in classroom 121. Abated-7/12/2022

Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2022

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(n)(1) · Fire prevention requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct fire drills at least once a month, as specified in the NJUFC. The center shall ensure that fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center and that one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time, if applicable.

Ensure that the center conducts fire drills at least once per month during each session provided at the center, including one fire drill annually that is conducted during nap time.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2022

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(o)(1) · First aid requirements are as follows: at least two staff members who have current certified basic knowledge of first aid principles and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as defined by a recognized health organization (such as the American Red Cross), shall be in the center at all times when enrolled children are present.

Ensure that at least two staff have current first aid and CPR certifications and are present at all times at the center.

Corrected Corrected by May 6, 2022

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.9(a)(1) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the center shall maintain on file a log of the initial illnesses, symptoms of illness, or diseases that are exhibited by each child while in the center’s care, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1(c) and (d). This illness log shall include

Maintain an illness log on file at the center and ensure that it contains all of the required components.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 29, 2022

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.11(a)(1) · As a condition of securing a license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) fingerprint background check is completed for himself or herself, and for all staff members at least 18 years of age who are or will be working at the center on a regularly- scheduled basis, to determine whether any such person has been convicted of a crime, as specified in P.L. 2000, c. 77 (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-6.10 to 6.17). The sponsor or sponsor representative and each staff member shall complete the electronic fingerprinting process through the vendor authorized by the State to conduct CHRI background checks through the Division of State Police in the Department of Law and Public Safety and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 2, 2023

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.3(a)(2) · The center shall ensure that all staff members are trained in the method of keeping track of children and know how many children are in their care at all times.

Ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 29, 2022

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(2) · The sponsor or sponsor representative shall designate individuals with the authority and responsibility to develop and implement written policies and procedures for the operation of the center, including job descriptions, titles and qualifications for all center staff.

Ensure that the center has a table of organization that includes job descriptions, titles and qualifications for all center staff.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2022

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.5(b)(2)(i) · The director shall have the authority and responsibility for the implementation of policies and procedures for the day-to-day operation of the center, including maintenance of staff attendance records indicating daily hours worked.

Ensure that the center maintains daily time sheets for staff that indicate the hours the staff worked at the center.

Corrected Corrected by May 13, 2022

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.5(b)(2)(ii) · The director shall have the authority and responsibility for the implementation of policies and procedures for the day-to-day operation of the center, including maintenance of children's daily attendance records, including the daily time of arrival and departure.

Ensure that the center maintains daily time sheets for the children that indicate the children's arrival and departure times.

Corrected Corrected by May 6, 2022

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.6(a) · The center shall maintain on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by the Office of Licensing, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(b), indicating that the center has obtained documentation of the applicable staff education and experience, as specified in 3A:52-4.6(b) through (d).

Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 23, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(b) · Orientation training as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) may be included for six of the required hours of staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(c) and (d).

Ensure that all staff complete orientation training which may be included for six of the required annual training hours.

Corrected Corrected by May 6, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.6(a)(1) · The center shall take immediate necessary action to protect the child from further harm and shall immediately notify the child's parent(s) when a child is bitten and the skin is broken.

Based on information, ensure that parents are notified of incidents at the center as required.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 31, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(16) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of

Repair and/or paint the walls and other surfaces as required; 1. Paint the window sills in the circle time area in classroom 107. 2. Paint the wall in the teacher's area in classroom 107. 3. Repair and paint the wall and border by the exit door in classroom 113.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2022

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(2) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair.

Ensure that all ceiling tiles are kept clean and in good repair: Repair/replace the stained ceiling tiles in classroom 123. Repair/replace the stained ceiling tiles in classroom 113. Abated-7/12/2022 Repair/replace the stained ceiling tiles in classroom 121. Abated-7/12/2022

Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2022

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.6(c)(1) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: for all centers, the head teacher or consulting head teacher shall meet the qualification requirements specified in one of the seven options set forth in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(c) for education and experience.

Ensure that the head teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.6(c)(3) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the group teacher shall meet the requirements for experience and education

Ensure that the group teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2022

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.6(c)(3)(i) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the group teacher shall meet the requirements for experience and education one year of teaching experience in a group program for children under six years of age, which may include supervised practice teaching and/or student teaching.

Ensure that the group teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual, including the required teaching experience in a group program for children.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 7, 2022

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.6(d)(1) · For school-age child care programs the program supervisor shall meet the qualification requirements specified in one of the applicable options set forth in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(d) for education, training, and experience, based on the center's licensed capacity.

Ensure that the program supervisor meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2022

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.3(a)(1) · The center shall develop and implement an Office of Licensing-approved method to keep track of the location and ensure the safety of all children at all times when under the center’s supervision, including the transfer of supervision from and to parents during arrival and departure and the utilization of off-site locations, including playgrounds and field trips.

Ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2022

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.3(a) · The children shall be supervised directly by a staff member at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Toileting procedures shall be supervised by a staff member as appropriate for the ages and developmental needs of the children.

Based on complaint # 21256, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2022

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.3(g) · In computing the required number of staff, the center shall apply the applicable staff/child ratios, as specified in 3A:52-4.3(c) through (f), to the actual number of children in attendance at the center. The total number of staff members required for a center shall be the sum total of staff members required per room or area within a large room that has been divided by partitions, furniture or other barrier. The number of staff members per room or area within a large divided room shall be computed by dividing the number of children in attendance per room or area within a large divided room at any given time by the staff/child ratio required for the age of the children served. When this resulting figure is any fraction above a whole number, an additional staff member shall be required.

Based on complaint #21256, ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2022

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(i)(1) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, staff members shall ensure that staff members shall ensure that each child's diaper is changed when wet or soiled.

Based on complaint #21256, ensure that the children's diapers are changed when wet or soiled.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2022

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(ii) · Space and room requirements are as follows: at no time shall a center allow more children in attendance than the licensed room capacity.

Based on complaint #21272, ensure that the center complies with the licensed capacity of the classrooms at all times throughout the center.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 14, 2022

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(a)(1) · Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a).

Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including training on supervising and tracking children.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 2, 2022

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.3(d)(1) · At least one staff member shall be physically present in the room or area in which children are napping and shall be able to summon other staff members without leaving the room or area.

Based on complaint # 21423, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 7, 2022

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.9(a) · The sponsor, sponsor representative, director, or any staff member shall verbally notify the State Central Registry Hotline (1-877 NJ ABUSE/1-877-652-2873) immediately whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect by a staff member, or any other adult, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.9, 8.10, 8.13 and 8.14.

Based on complaint # 21449, ensure that the center is meeting the needs of the named child.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 7, 2022

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(f)(2) · The staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) through (d) shall be related to the ages of the children served by each staff member.

Based on complaint # 21450, ensure the center is in ratio at all times.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 7, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.1(d)(1) · The staff records specified in 3A:52-4.1(a) through (c) shall be maintained on file as follows: the Staff Records Checklist for the current director and all staff members currently working at the center shall be maintained on file at the center.

Based on complaint # 21449, ensure that the information on the Staff Records Checklist is current and that it is maintained on file at the center, including the staff's CARI and CHRI background checks.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 14, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.9(a) · The sponsor, sponsor representative, director, or any staff member shall verbally notify the State Central Registry Hotline (1-877 NJ ABUSE/1-877-652-2873) immediately whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect by a staff member, or any other adult, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.9, 8.10, 8.13 and 8.14.

Based on complaint # 21561, the center needs to ensure that appropriate staff action is followed at all times when interacting with the children throughout the center.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 11, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.8(l) · The center shall distribute a copy of the social media policy to the parent of each enrolled child and to each staff member and secure and maintain on file a record of each parent’s signature and each staff member’s signature attesting to the receipt of the policy.

Based on complaint # 21712, develop and distribute to all families and staff a social media policy and maintain on file signatures from all families and staff attesting to the receipt of the policy.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(r) · The center shall take any steps required by the Office of Licensing to correct conditions in the building or center that may endanger the health, safety, and well-being of the children served.

Based on complaint # 21712, the center needs to ensure that a safe environment is maintained at all times.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 1, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(ii) · Space and room requirements are as follows: at no time shall a center allow more children in attendance than the licensed room capacity.

Based on complaint # 21276, ennsure that the center complies with the licensed capacity of the classrooms at all times throughout the center.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 1, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.3(c) · The following staff/child ratios shall apply, except as specified in 3A:52-4.3(d) through (f): Age Staff/Child Ratio Under 18 months - 1:4 18 months up to 2 ½ years - 1:6 2 ½ years up to 4 years - 1:10 4 years - 1:12 5 years and older - 1:15

Based on complaint # 21726, ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 1, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.6(a)(2) · The center shall take immediate necessary action to protect the child from further harm and shall immediately notify the child's parent(s) when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head.

Based on complaint 21740, ensure that parents are notified immediately when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.6(b)(1) · The center shall maintain on file a written record of each incident resulting in an injury as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(a). These records shall include the following: the name of the injured child.

Based on information, ensure that parents are notified of incidents occurring at the center as required.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 31, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.6(a)(1) · The methods of guidance and discipline used shall: be positive.

Based on information, ensure that staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline at all times throughout the center. A named staff grabbed a named child by the hood of his jacket and lead him back to the classroom. The named staff also used inappropriate physical means to gain compliance with the other children.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 14, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.3(c) · The following staff/child ratios shall apply, except as specified in 3A:52-4.3(d) through (f): Age Staff/Child Ratio Under 18 months - 1:4 18 months up to 2 ½ years - 1:6 2 ½ years up to 4 years - 1:10 4 years - 1:12 5 years and older - 1:15

Based on information, ensure that adequate staff/child ratios at all times throughout the center.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.3(a) · The children shall be supervised directly by a staff member at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Toileting procedures shall be supervised by a staff member as appropriate for the ages and developmental needs of the children.

Based on information, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center, including on the playground. The center had 3 incidents of leaving children unsupervised outside within a month including that a named child was left unsupervised on the playground for approximately 3-5 minutes.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.3(a)(1) · The center shall develop and implement an Office of Licensing-approved method to keep track of the location and ensure the safety of all children at all times when under the center’s supervision, including the transfer of supervision from and to parents during arrival and departure and the utilization of off-site locations, including playgrounds and field trips.

Based on information, ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children area adhered to all times throughout the center, including on the playground. Two named staff failed to adequately track the children and a named child was left unsupervised on the playground.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(b) · Orientation training as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) may be included for six of the required hours of staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(c) and (d).

Based on information, ensure that staff have completed orientation training within 2 weeks of hire and on an annual basis.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 14, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(g)(1) · The center shall maintain on file documentation of the date, time, topic, presenter, and attendance for all staff development and orientation completed by center staff members. For staff development provided by the center, the center shall maintain on file documentation or a copy of all staff development materials used.

Based on information, retrain all staff from an outside source on: 1. Maintaining adequate supervision. 2. Adequate procedure for tracking of children. 3. Maintaining staff/child ratios. 4. Recognizing and reporting possible incidents of child abuse and neglect. 5. Positive guidance and discipline. 6. Notifying parents of incidents occurring at the center. 7. Completing incident reports as required.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 31, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.9(a) · The sponsor, sponsor representative, director, or any staff member shall verbally notify the State Central Registry Hotline (1-877 NJ ABUSE/1-877-652-2873) immediately whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect by a staff member, or any other adult, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.9, 8.10, 8.13 and 8.14.

Based on information, ensure that adequate procedures for incidents are adhered to at all times, including recognizing and reporting possible incidents of child abuse and neglect.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 31, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(a)(2) · Topics of orientation training shall include understanding center operations, policies and procedures, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(b)3.

Ensure that all staff complete training, including understanding center operations, policies and procedures, smoking and bathrooms usage designated for children and staff. Provide documentation for the trainings.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.3(a) · The children shall be supervised directly by a staff member at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Toileting procedures shall be supervised by a staff member as appropriate for the ages and developmental needs of the children.

Based on complaint # 21898, ensure that supervision is maintained at all times in the Preppers Classroom and throughout the center. A named staff left the children in the classroom unsupervised, while using the bathroom.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.7(d) · Smoking shall be prohibited in all rooms and outside play areas while such rooms and areas are occupied by children. The center shall comply with each provision of P.L. 1998, c. 35 (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-5.3).

Based on complaint #21898, ensure that smoking is prohibited in all rooms and outside play areas during the center's operating hours.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 13, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(i)(1) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, staff members shall ensure that staff members shall ensure that each child's diaper is changed when wet or soiled.

Based on complaint #21899, ensure that the children's diapers are changed when wet or soiled in the Preppers Classroom and throughout the center.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 13, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.5(a)(4) · For school-age child care programs, the following shall apply, toilet facility requirements are as follows:

Based on complaint #21898, ensure that toileting privacy is maintained for staff/adults using the same toilet facilities as the children.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.6(a)(1) · The methods of guidance and discipline used shall: be positive.

Based on information, ensure that staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline at all times throughout the center. A staff was reportedly antagonizing and isolating a student to cause the student to have outburst so they could record the child's behavior.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.6(b)(1) · The center shall maintain on file a written record of each incident resulting in an injury as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(a). These records shall include the following: the name of the injured child.

Based on information, ensure that the center completes and provides incident reports as required.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.3(c) · The following staff/child ratios shall apply, except as specified in 3A:52-4.3(d) through (f): Age Staff/Child Ratio Under 18 months - 1:4 18 months up to 2 ½ years - 1:6 2 ½ years up to 4 years - 1:10 4 years - 1:12 5 years and older - 1:15

Based on information, ensure that adequate staff/ratios at all times throughout the center. On 1/6/2023, the Preschool 2 classroom was out to ratio.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.9(a) · The sponsor, sponsor representative, director, or any staff member shall verbally notify the State Central Registry Hotline (1-877 NJ ABUSE/1-877-652-2873) immediately whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect by a staff member, or any other adult, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.9, 8.10, 8.13 and 8.14.

Based on information, provide a Correction Action Plan to DCF as required.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 13, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(g)(1) · The center shall maintain on file documentation of the date, time, topic, presenter, and attendance for all staff development and orientation completed by center staff members. For staff development provided by the center, the center shall maintain on file documentation or a copy of all staff development materials used.

Based on information, retrain all staff on; 1. Maintaining staff/child ratios 2. The center's discipline policy 3. Completing and providing incident reports as required.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(2) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair.

Ensure that all surfaces are kept clean and in good repair. Repair the back of the classroom sink in classroom 107.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.3(a) · The children shall be supervised directly by a staff member at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Toileting procedures shall be supervised by a staff member as appropriate for the ages and developmental needs of the children.

Based on complaint # 22003, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center and in the play area.

Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.3(c) · The following staff/child ratios shall apply, except as specified in 3A:52-4.3(d) through (f): Age Staff/Child Ratio Under 18 months - 1:4 18 months up to 2 ½ years - 1:6 2 ½ years up to 4 years - 1:10 4 years - 1:12 5 years and older - 1:15

Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times, in classroom 103.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 23, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.3(c) · The following staff/child ratios shall apply, except as specified in 3A:52-4.3(d) through (f): Age Staff/Child Ratio Under 18 months - 1:4 18 months up to 2 ½ years - 1:6 2 ½ years up to 4 years - 1:10 4 years - 1:12 5 years and older - 1:15

Based on complaint # 22232, ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 14, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(a)(12) · Topics of orientation training shall include including children with special needs in the center’s program.

Based on complaint # 22234, ensure that center trains all staff on appropriate interaction with a child, including children with special needs in the center's program.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 3, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.9(a) · The sponsor, sponsor representative, director, or any staff member shall verbally notify the State Central Registry Hotline (1-877 NJ ABUSE/1-877-652-2873) immediately whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect by a staff member, or any other adult, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.9, 8.10, 8.13 and 8.14.

Based on complaint # 22234, ensure that the center is meeting the needs of the named child.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 14, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(a)(7) · Topics of orientation training shall include implementing the center's statement of policy on the disciplining of children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6.

Based on information, retrain all staff on the center's discipline policy.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 14, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.6(a)(1) · The methods of guidance and discipline used shall: be positive.

Based on information, Ensure that the staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline at all times throughout the center. A named staff squeezed a child's cheeks out of frustration. The named staff was also observed laying a child down on a cot in an aggressive manner.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 14, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) · Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center and, in the discretion of the Office of Licensing, any other time, the applicant or facility operator shall certify in writing that the center provides a potable water supply provided by a public community water system. If the facility is supplied by a public community water system, the applicant or facility operator shall provide documentation of water testing conducted by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection for water testing for lead and copper from all faucets and other sources used for drinking water or food preparation and at least 50 percent of all indoor water faucets utilized by the center.

Corrected Corrected by May 9, 2019

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.4(b)(1) · The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, the center shall provide for each child a crib, that complies with the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) Federal Safety Standards for Full- Size and Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs; 16 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that

Ensure cribs have snugly fitting sheets.

Corrected Corrected by May 9, 2019

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.3(a)(2) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: for each child not enrolled in a public or private school, upon admission, the center shall maintain on file at the center a Universal Child Health Record (Department of Health Form CH-14) or its equivalent, updated annually, along with an immunization record, and a special care plan, if applicable. A 30-day grace period is permitted in N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.5(e)

Corrected Corrected by May 9, 2019

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.10(b)(1) · When the center applies for a new or renewal license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department the completed CARI consent forms for all staff members who are or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis. Within two weeks after a new staff member begins working at the center, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department a completed CARI consent form for the new staff member.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2019

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.