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; and job descriptions, titles and qualifications for all center staff.

Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility, and job descriptions. Ensure that the center establishes a staff substitute system.

3A:52-4.5(a)(3) · Corrected Jan 20, 2026

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 children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care. Staff had to count how many children they had.

3A:52-4.3(a)(1) · Corrected Dec 10, 2025

Tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal.

Ensure highchairs are washed and disinfected before each meal.

3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) · Corrected Jan 20, 2026

For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: the center shall develop mutually with each child's parent(s) and follow a feeding plan regarding the feeding schedule, specific formula, breastfeeding arrangements and accommodations, and/or expressed breast milk, nutritional needs, and introduction of new food for each child. For children less than 12 months of age, the feeding plan shall be: documented in writing; maintained on file.

Develop and follow a feeding plan for each child under 18 months of age and ensure that each child under 12 months of age has a written feeding plan maintained on file.

3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(i) · Corrected Dec 10, 2025

diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, staff members shall ensure that each child's diaper is changed when wet or soiled; staff member shall ensure each child's bottom is washed and dried during each diaper change with an individual disposable wash cloth, paper towel, or disposable diaper wipes.

Ensure that children's diapers are changed as required.

3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(i)(1) · Corrected Jan 20, 2026

Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: The building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children.

Take necessary action to eliminate outdoor hazards including repair or replace broken toys.

3A:52-5.3(b)(1) · Corrected Dec 10, 2025

Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all corrosive agents, insecticides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, any products under pressure in an aerosol spray can, and any toxic substance shall be stored in a locked cabinet or in an enclosure located in an area not accessible to the children.

Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. Make sure cabinets are locked that have toxic substances in them in room 1.

3A:52-5.3(a)(10) · Corrected Dec 10, 2025

(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.

Replace stained ceiling tiles.

3A:52-5.3(a)(1) · Corrected Dec 10, 2025

(a) For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: 1. Each child not enrolled in a public or private school shall have had a health examination performed by a health care provider within: i. Six months prior to admission, for children who are 2½ years of age or younger; or ii. One year prior to admission, for children above 2½ years of age. 2. 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): i. For children coming from other states or countries in accordance with N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.6 and 4.7; and ii. For children who are in foster care or experiencing homelessness as defined by the McKinney-Vento Act, 42 U.S.C. § 11434a(2). 3. For children enrolled in a public or private school, the center shall obtain a written statement from each child's parent indicating: I. That the child is in good health and can participate in the normal activities of the program; and ii. Any conditions or specific needs that may require special accommodations. 4. If immunizations are contraindicated for medical reasons, the center may choose to admit the child, provided that the parent submits to the center a written statement from a health care provider attesting to the following: i. The reason the immunization is medically contraindicated; and ii. The specific time period that the immunization is medically contraindicated. 5. A child shall be exempted from a physical examination, immunization, or medical treatment if the parent objects thereto in a written statement submitted to the center, signed by the parent, explaining how the examination, immunization, or medical treatment conflicts with the child’s exercise of bona fide religious tenets or practices. i. Religiously-affiliated centers shall have the authority to withhold or grant a religious exemption from the required immunization for children entering or attending their centers without challenge by any secular health authority, as specified in N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.4. ii. The center shall maintain the parent’s written statement on file as part of the child’s record. 6. Those children with immunization exemptions may be excluded from the center by the Office of Licensing or the Department of Health during a vaccine-preventable disease outbreak or threatened outbreak, as determined by the State Commissioner of Health.

Ensure health records are maintained on file as required including universal health records.

3A:52-7.3(a) · Corrected Jan 20, 2026

The center shall develop and follow a written policy on the use of social media including, but not limited to the use of social networking sites and other websites; the use of e-mail, text messages, and other electronic means of communication with staff and parents; the types of social media that the center uses, the methods and devices the staff use to communicate with the parent, the guidelines for appropriate conduct by staff members, and the guidelines for parents, including but not limited to, prohibiting the posting of photographs or videos of any child other than their own. 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.

Maintain on file a record of staff receipt of the center's social media policy.

3A:52-6.8(k) · Corrected Jan 20, 2026

(a) The center shall develop and provide a variety of children's planned activities, geared to the ages and developmental levels of the children served, that: 1. Promote the development of language, thinking and problem-solving skills, curiosity, exploration, large and small muscles, coordination and movement skills, social competence, self-esteem, and positive self-identity; and 2. Are relevant to the cultural background of the children and foster intercultural awareness. (b) 1. Time frames for each activity are geared to the age and developmental level of each child served and are flexible enough to accommodate spontaneous occurrences or children's suggestions and inquiries; 2. Children have opportunities to choose materials freely and materials are accessible at all times except during lunch and nap time; 3. Children are presented with and encouraged to participate in a mixture of active and quiet experiences; 4. Both staff-directed and child-selected activities are provided; 5. Children are: i. Encouraged, but not required, to participate in every group activity; and ii. Provided with the time and space within the area to be apart from the group and to participate in an alternate activity if they choose to do so;

Ensure that children's are provided free choice of materials, a mixture of activities and a mixture of staff-directed and child-selected activities.

3A:52-6.1(a) · Corrected Dec 10, 2025

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.

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

3A:52-4.6(d) · Corrected Dec 10, 2025

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.

3A:52-4.1(d) · Corrected Dec 10, 2025

(a) The center shall take immediate necessary action to protect the child from further harm and shall immediately notify the child's parent(s) when one of the following occurs while the child is in the center’s care: 1. A child is bitten and the skin is broken; 2. A child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head; 3. A child falls from a height greater than the height of the child; or 4. An injury requiring professional medical care occurs.

Ensure that parents are notified immediately when: a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head.

3A:52-7.6(a) · Corrected Jan 20, 2026

Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.

Repair and/or paint surfaces throughout the building.

3A:52-5.3(a)(16) · Corrected Jan 20, 2026

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 all mechanical ventilation in a clean condition.

3A:52-5.3(a)(15) · Corrected Dec 10, 2025

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.

3A:52-6.3(a)(12)(ii) · Corrected Dec 10, 2025

Supplemental evacuation requirements are as follows: cribs, beds, playpens, and cots used for rest or sleep shall be arranged so as to provide access to a three-foot-wide aisle that leads to an unobstructed exit.

Ensure that the egress from the outdoor play area is unobstructed and easily operable.

3A:52-5.3(m)(2) · Corrected Jan 20, 2026

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.

3A:52-5.2(d) · Corrected Dec 11, 2025

Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water before intake of food; immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed; immediately after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions; immediately after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions; and immediately after outdoor play. (2)for children under three months of age or for those children three months of age and older wherein hand washing with soap and running water may not be developmentally appropriate, the center may use an alternate means for hand washing, including but not limited to disposable baby wipes.

Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required including before the intake of food.

3A:52-7.8(a)(1) · Corrected Jan 20, 2026

Toilet facility requirements are as follows: a supply of soap, toilet paper, and individual hand towels or disposable paper towels shall be provided.

Provide bathroom supplies including paper towels.

3A:52-5.3(f)(1) · Corrected Dec 10, 2025

The director shall be scheduled to work at the center at least 50 percent of the center’s daily operating hours.

Ensure that the director is at the center at least 50% of the center's daily operating hours.

3A:52-4.5(c)(1) · Corrected Dec 10, 2025

Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating a diagram showing how the center is to be evacuated in case of emergency from each classroom and the outdoor play area.

Ensure the center's emergency plan includes diagram which shows how the center is to be evacuated during emergencies from the outdoor play area.

3A:52-5.3(l)(1)(vii) · Corrected Dec 11, 2025

For early childhood programs, the following shall apply for infants (under 18 months of age) and toddlers (18 months to 2½ years of age):a group shall consist of four infants or six toddlers to whom a primary caregiver has been assigned.

Ensure that a primary caregiver is assigned to each group of four infants or six toddlers.

3A:52-4.4(a)(2) · Corrected Dec 11, 2025

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 child's name and date.

3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) · Corrected Dec 10, 2025

(c) The following staff/child ratios shall apply, except as specified in (d) through (f) below: 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 (d) The following staff/child ratios shall apply during rest or sleep, when the criteria listed in (d) 1, 2, and 3 below are met: Under 18 months 18 months to under 2 ½ years 2 ½ years and above 1:10 1:12 1:20 2. A sufficient number of staff members shall be in the facility and readily accessible to ensure compliance with the awake staff/child ratios specified in (c) above.

Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times including. Staff in room 5 had 18 children ages 18 month 4 years with one staff.

3A:52-4.3(c) · Corrected Dec 10, 2025

Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11.

Ensure resilient surfacing is free from tripping hazards.

3A:52-5.3(b)(7) · Corrected Jan 20, 2026

(9) The center shall develop and follow a policy on the administration of medication and health care procedures to children, which shall include the following provisions: before administering a health care procedure associated with a child’s health condition, such as the use of a blood glucose monitor, nebulizer, or epinephrine pen, the center shall ensure that all staff members who administer the procedure are taught to do so by the child’s parent or another appropriately-trained person. There shall be at least two staff members present at the center who are trained in such health care procedures. 10. The center shall store prescribed epinephrine pens in their original boxes with the child’s name and prescription. A special care plan or other documentation from a health care provider shall accompany the epinephrine pen. If two epinephrine pens are required, both shall be available. Each center under the jurisdiction of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5 shall store back-up epinephrine pens on site consistent with the requirements stated at N.J.S.A. 18A:40- 12.5.e(1).

Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan that includes procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services, and both epi-pens are present when two are required.

3A:52-7.5(b)(10) · Corrected Dec 10, 2025

Space and room requirements are as follows: at no time shall a center allow more children in attendance than the licensed room capacity.

Operate within each room's capacity. In room 5, there were 27 children present with a room capacity of 18.

3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(ii) · Corrected Aug 6, 2024

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.

3A:52-4.8(b) · Corrected Aug 6, 2024

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.

3A:52-5.2(a)(8) · Corrected Aug 6, 2024

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.

Repair or replace the torn sleeping mats throughout the center.

3A:52-5.3(a)(2) · Corrected Aug 6, 2024

The director or his or her designee(s) shall be on the premises at all times when the center is operating and the designee shall complete staff development in understanding licensing rules as provided by the Office.

Ensure that the director designee completes the Understanding Licensing training provided by OOL.

3A:52-4.5(c)(2)(ii) · Corrected Aug 11, 2023

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.

Complete the CHRI background check for 1 named staff.

3A:52-4.11(a)(1) · Corrected Aug 11, 2023

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 sleeping equipment shall be free of pillows and soft bedding, including, but not limited to bumper pads, when occupied by a sleeping child.

Ensure that sleeping equipment is free of pillows, soft bedding, bumpers and other hazards when occupied by a sleeping child in room 1.

3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(ii) · Corrected Aug 11, 2023

When the center applies for a new license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that each staff member at least 18 years of age who is or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis completes the CHRI fingerprinting process specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a). Until the center receives the results of the CHRI background check for a new staff member from the Department of Human Services, the center shall ensure oversight of that person by another staff member and ensure that the person is not alone to supervise a child or group of children.

Ensure that a named staff in room 4 a completes a CHRI background check prior to being left alone with a group of children.

3A:52-4.11(b)(2) · Corrected Aug 11, 2023

The center shall complete and maintain on file for each enrolled child a Children’s Records Checklist, signed by the director, sponsor, or sponsor representative and designated by the Office of Licensing, indicating that the center has obtained documentation of the child's name, address, birth date, and date of enrollment.

Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a children's records checklist, including the child's name, address, birth date and date of enrollment.

3A:52-6.8(a)(1) · Corrected Oct 25, 2022

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.

3A:52-6.4(i) · Corrected Oct 25, 2022

When sheets, blankets and other coverings are not stored with sleeping equipment, each of these items shall be stored separately for each child.

Ensure that each child's bedding is stored separately, in room 2.

3A:52-6.4(g)(2) · Corrected Oct 25, 2022

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 child's name and date, in room 1.

3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) · Corrected Oct 25, 2022

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.

Complete the CHRI checks for 8 named staff for renewal as required.

3A:52-4.11(a)(1) · Corrected Jan 19, 2023

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)

Ensure that all children's Universal Health Records are completed annually.

3A:52-7.3(a)(2) · Corrected Oct 25, 2022

For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: in addition to the items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use, bottles, nipples, and other feeding equipment.

Ensure that the sink in room 2 is for hand washing only, and not used for feeding equipment.

3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(v) · Corrected Oct 25, 2022

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.

3A:52-4.10(b)(1) · Corrected Oct 25, 2022

The methods of guidance and discipline used shall: be consistent with the age and developmental needs of the children.

Ensure that the staff in room 2 utilize age and developmentally appropriate methods of guidance and discipline, whereas a named child was placed in "time-out" for an extended period of time.

3A:52-6.6(a)(2) · Corrected Oct 25, 2022

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 during the before and after school care sessions each month.

3A:52-5.3(n)(1) · Corrected Oct 25, 2022

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.

3A:52-5.3(o)(1) · Corrected Jun 2, 2022

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

Based on information, retrain all staff on: 1. The center's supervision policy; 2. Maintaining safe conditions throughout the center, including securing the back door of the center to ensure that children are unable to exit the center unsupervised.

3A:52-4.8(f)(1) · Corrected Jul 25, 2019

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.

Staff on the outdoor play area reported 14 children were receiving care, 13 were present.

3A:52-4.3(a)(1) · Corrected Aug 8, 2019

The center shall develop and follow a policy on the administration of medication and health care procedures to children, which shall include the following provisions: the center shall store prescribed epinephrine pens in their original boxes with the child’s name and prescription. A special care plan or other documentation from a health care provider shall accompany the epinephrine pen. If two epinephrine pens are required, both shall be available. Each center under the jurisdiction of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5 shall store back-up epinephrine pens on site consistent with the requirements stated at N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5.e(1).

Provide the prescription, original box, and special care plan for 1 named child.

3A:52-7.5(b)(10) · Corrected Oct 4, 2019

Whenever the Department, through its Office of Licensing, Institutional Abuse Investigation Unit, or local offices, conducts complaint investigations, the center shall cooperate with all Department investigators.

Based on information, ensure that staff cooperate with all DCF inspections and investigations as required. Two named staff did not provide adequate and accurate information regarding the incident.

3A:52-2.6(c) · Corrected Dec 2, 2019

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

Maintain the staff/child ratio in room 1 at all times. There were 9 children under the age of 18 months with one staff. Two additional staff were needed to meet the minimum required staff/child ratio.

3A:52-4.3(c) · Corrected Jan 9, 2020

For early childhood programs, the following shall apply for infants (under 18 months of age) and toddlers (18 months to 2½ years of age): a group shall consist of four infants or six toddlers to whom a primary caregiver has been assigned.

Assign and implement primary caregivers in room 1.

3A:52-4.4(a)(2) · Corrected Jan 9, 2020

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.

Develop and implement a method of tracking the number of children receiving care. In room 1 a named staff reported 10 children and 9 were present.

3A:52-4.3(a)(1) · Corrected Jan 9, 2020

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.

Maintain in clean condition, the step stools in the children's bathroom.

3A:52-5.3(a)(2) · Corrected Jan 9, 2020

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 in clean condition, the vents throughout the center as needed.

3A:52-5.3(a)(15) · Corrected Jan 9, 2020

Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.

Repair or replace the rusted plumbing fixtures in the children's bathroom.

3A:52-5.3(a)(9) · Corrected Jan 9, 2020

Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11.

Remove the non-compliant play equipment on the outdoor play area.

3A:52-5.3(b)(7) · Corrected Jan 9, 2020

Toilet facility requirements are as follows: a supply of soap, toilet paper, and individual hand towels or disposable paper towels shall be provided.

Provide disposable towels in the children's bathroom.

3A:52-5.3(f)(1) · Corrected Jan 9, 2020

Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center, and, as determined by the Office of Licensing, on a case-by-case basis, the facility operator shall submit to the Office of Licensing a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the Department of Health that indicates that no further remediation is needed for the interior of the building in which the center is located.

Provide the Safe Building Interior Certificate.

3A:52-5.3(i)(8) · Corrected Jan 9, 2020

For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: when a child is feeding, the bottle shall not be propped at any time.

Ensure that bottles are not propped for feeding in room 1.

3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(vii) · Corrected Jan 9, 2020

For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: in addition to the items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use, diapering surfaces.

Wash and disinfect the diaper changing table after each use in room 1.

3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) · Corrected Jan 9, 2020

Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after assisting a child in toileting.

Ensure that the staff wash their hands with soap and running water after changing diapers in room 1.

3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(iii) · Corrected Jan 9, 2020

For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, diapering area and surface requirements are as follows, the diapering area shall be within 15 feet of a sink that is not used for food preparation.

Ensure that the hand washing sink in room 1 is not used for food preparation.

3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(ii)(2) · Corrected Jan 9, 2020

Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed.

Ensure that the children wash their hands with soap and running water after having a diaper change in room 1.

3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(ii) · Corrected Jan 9, 2020

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 the children's bottles in room 1 are labeled with the date.

3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) · Corrected Feb 13, 2020

Children shall not use pacifiers with straps or other types of attachment devices.

Cease the use of pacifier straps in room 1.

3A:52-6.4(i) · Corrected Feb 13, 2020

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.

Ensure that the children in room 2 are directly supervised at all times. A named staff left the room leaving 12 children unsupervised.

3A:52-4.3(a) · Corrected Mar 10, 2020

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.

Develop and implement a method of tracking the children receiving care. In room 1 a named staff reported 12 children and 11 were present.

3A:52-4.3(a)(1) · Corrected Mar 10, 2020

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.

3A:52-5.2(a)(5) · Corrected Feb 10, 2021

The sponsor or sponsor representative, and each staff member shall complete a signed consent form provided by the Department that indicates the identifying information necessary to conduct a CARI background check, including the person’s name, address, date of birth, sex, race, and Social Security number. Pursuant to the Federal Privacy Act of 1974 (P.L. 93-579), the Department shall advise each such person that the disclosure of his or her Social Security number is voluntary, and that the Social Security number will only be used for the purpose of conducting a CARI background check.

Complete the CARI check for 1 named staff.

3A:52-4.10(a)(1) · Corrected Oct 4, 2019

Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct two lockdown drills per year and maintain on file a record of each lockdown drill. The center shall ensure that lockdown drills are conducted during each session provided at the center.

3A:52-5.3(l)(4) · Corrected Jun 11, 2019

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.

Notify parents immediately of all head or facial injuries.

3A:52-7.6(a)(2) · Corrected Jan 9, 2020

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 the shelves in all classrooms throughout the center are turned around to allow all materials to be accessible to the children.

3A:52-6.1(b)(2) · Corrected Jan 9, 2020

Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: garbage receptacles shall be covered in a secure manner.

Provide lids for the garbage receptacles as needed throughout the center.

3A:52-5.3(a)(5)(ii) · Corrected Jan 9, 2020

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. The center's discipline policy; 2. The center's policies and procedures for cooperating with all DCF inspections and investigations, including providing adequate and accurate information regarding incidents.

3A:52-4.8(g)(1) · Corrected Jan 9, 2020

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 one arm, lifted her off the ground and moved the child to another area of the classroom.

3A:52-6.6(a)(1) · Corrected Dec 2, 2019

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.

Ensure the emergency light in room 2 is operable at all times.

3A:52-5.2(a)(5) · Corrected Feb 13, 2020

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)

Ensure that the children's Universal Health Forms are updated annually.

3A:52-7.3(a)(2) · Corrected Jan 9, 2020

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 sleeping equipment shall be free of pillows and soft bedding, including, but not limited to bumper pads, when occupied by a sleeping child.

Cease the use of blankets for children under 12 months.

3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(ii) · Corrected Jan 9, 2020