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Buzzing Bees Learning Center LLC

122 Brighton Avenue, East Orange NJ 07017 · License #110600125 · Child Care Center

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4-Star programLast inspected Jun 15, 2026
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Contact

Director
Vija Sanichar
Address
122 Brighton Avenue, East Orange NJ 07017 · Directions

Hours

Mon07:00 AM–06:00 PM
Tue07:00 AM–06:00 PM
Wed07:00 AM–06:00 PM
Thu07:00 AM–06:00 PM
Fri07:00 AM–06:00 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed

Care & schedule

When they operate

Schedule type not published.

Ages served

Ages not published.

  • 4-Star quality rating
  • Accepts child care subsidy (CCDF)
37
Violations, past 3 yrs
From inspections (not complaints)
0
High-risk violations
Serious / high-risk non-compliance
0
Substantiated complaints
Published by New Jersey DCF
6
Inspections, past 3 yrs
Monitoring & assessments

How this facility compares

Violations per inspection, 3-yr
This facility
6.2
New Jersey average
9.1

Inspection history & violations

Source: New Jersey DCF, Office of Licensing
Jun 15, 2026 — Complaint
3 violations cited · view state record
3 violations
  • Violation

    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.

    Update Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL to include all staff.

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  • Violation

    3A:52-7.6(b)(6) · (b) The center shall maintain on file a written record of each incident resulting in an injury as specified in (a) above. These records shall include the following: 1. The name of the injured child; 2. The date, time and location of the incident; 3. The name and address of the center; 4. The name of the person completing the report; 5. The date the report was completed; and 6. A written description of the following: i. The incident; ii. The injury to the child; iii. The names of witnesses to the incident; and iv. The follow-up action taken by the center, including: (1) Application of first aid; and (2) Consultation or treatment by a licensed physician or other health care provider, if applicable. (d) Upon request of the child's parent, the center shall provide a written description of the incident by the end of the next operating day.

    Based on Complaint #25228, the center needs to ensure that adequate procedures for incidents are maintained at all times, including providing incident reports upon request that include all the required components.

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  • Violation

    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 #25228, the center needs to ensure that adequate health procedures are adhered to at all times, including calling 911 when a child has a 105 degree fever.

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Apr 22, 2026 — Life Safety Modification
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Nov 17, 2025 — Monitoring,Life Safety Modification
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(d)(2) · steam and hot water pipes and radiators shall be protected by screens, guards, insulation, or any other suitable, non-combustible protective device.

    Provide and maintain suitable protective devices for radiators.

    Corrected by Nov 17, 2025

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Feb 24, 2025 — Other
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • Violation

    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 by Mar 19, 2025

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(m)(2) · 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 all exits and egress areas are accessible throughout the center. Center was not able to use one out of three exits due to construction next door.

    Corrected by Mar 10, 2025

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Nov 15, 2024 — Monitoring
13 violations cited · view state record
13 violations
  • Violation

    3A:52-4.10(a)(2) · 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 conset to a CARI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediation terminate the staff member's employment at the center.

    Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff. Provide updated CARI clearance for 2 staff members.

    Corrected by Nov 15, 2024

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(i)(8) · 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.

    Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH.

    Corrected by Jan 27, 2025

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(c)(1) · Lighting requirements are as follows: all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs shall have protective covers or shields.

    Provide protective coverings for all fluorescent tubes in the hallway of Room 2.

    Corrected by Dec 17, 2024

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(b)(1) · 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.

    Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed as required. As per the construction official, the center was to remove the scaffolding. The center took immediate action and removed it the same day.

    Corrected by Nov 15, 2024

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(a)(9) · 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.

    Ensure that food preparation and washing dishes is not done in the same sink as handwashing.

    Corrected by Dec 17, 2024

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  • Violation

    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 by Feb 24, 2025

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  • Violation

    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.

    Ensure that all exits and egress areas are accessible throughout the center. Center was not able to use one out of three exits due to construction next door.

    Corrected by Feb 24, 2025

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(a)(10) · 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 in room 6.

    Corrected by Nov 15, 2024

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  • Violation

    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 tall gray cabinet is secured to a stable surface in Room 1B.

    Corrected by Dec 17, 2024

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  • Violation

    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 the ceiling is kept in good repair in room 1A.

    Corrected by Dec 17, 2024

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.4(a)(5)(ii) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, toilet and sink facility requirements are as follows: at least one toilet facility and sink shall be located on each floor level used by children in centers that began operating after March 21, 2005.

    Ensure that at least one toilet facility and sink are located on each floor level used by children. Center has removed 2 toilets and 2 sinks due to remodeling.

    Corrected by Dec 17, 2024

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.4(a)(4) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, a supply of hot tap water not exceeding 110 degrees Fahrenheit and cold running water shall be provided.

    Ensure that hot tap water does not exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the center. Hot tap water measured at 148 degrees Fahrenheit in upstairs bathroom and at 145 degrees Fahrenheit in Room 1B.

    Corrected by Dec 17, 2024

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  • Violation

    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.

    Operate within each room's capacity At the time of the inspection, there were 14 children present in Room 2.

    Corrected by Jan 27, 2025

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Jul 17, 2023 — Renewal
18 violations cited · view state record
18 violations
  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(a)(9) · 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.

    Provide missing toilet caps.

    Corrected by Sep 26, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-4.4(a)(2) · 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.

    Corrected by Sep 26, 2023

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  • Violation

    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 by Sep 26, 2023

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  • Violation

    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.

    Ensure that all illuminated exit signs and emergency lighting are operable at all times in Room 1A.

    Corrected by Sep 26, 2023

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  • Violation

    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 by Sep 26, 2023

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  • Violation

    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.

    Replace the stained ceiling tiles in Room 2.

    Corrected by Sep 26, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(b)(7) · 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.

    Provide documentation that all playground equipment meets public playground design standards (ASTM F-1487). 10.24.24. Memorandum of Understanding received. Center will not utilize the playground or will remove the unapproved equipment. New playground is scheduled for installation in early 2025.

    Corrected by Oct 30, 2024

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(c)(1) · Lighting requirements are as follows: all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs shall have protective covers or shields.

    Ensure that all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs are shatterproof or have protective coverings at the top of the two stairways from the second floor.

    Corrected by Sep 26, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(q)(3)(v) · Space and room requirements are as follows: Indoor space requirements for play rooms and sleep rooms are as follows the center shall identify all rooms of the center that have been approved by the Office of Licensing. This identification shall consist of numbers, letters, names or any other means of identification and shall be located either inside or directly outside each room.

    Correctly label all rooms approved by the OOL for the children's use and ensure room labels match the posted diagram.

    Corrected by Sep 26, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.4(a)(4) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, a supply of hot tap water not exceeding 110 degrees Fahrenheit and cold running water shall be provided.

    Ensure that hot tap water does not exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit.

    Corrected by Aug 17, 2023

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  • Violation

    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.

    Corrected by Aug 17, 2023

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  • Violation

    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 child's name and date.

    Corrected by Aug 17, 2023

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  • Violation

    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)

    Ensure that a Universal Health Record is completed upon enrollment and updated annually, including the immunization records and special care plans as required.

    Corrected by Sep 26, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(i) · Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before preparing or serving food.

    Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately before serving food in Room 3.

    Corrected by Sep 26, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(vi) · Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions.

    Ensure that staff wash their hands after coming into contact with nasal excretions in Room 1A.

    Corrected by Aug 17, 2023

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  • Violation

    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. A named staff held a named child by the hand and pulled her up from the ground, injuring her.

    Corrected by Nov 2, 2023

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  • Violation

    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 by Nov 28, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(i)(8) · 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.

    Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH. Memorandum of Understanding and proof of application payment has been received.

    Corrected by Nov 1, 2024

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Oct 13, 2022 — Complaint
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(a)(10) · 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.

    Based on complaint ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children wherein a toilet was wet with bleach when a child sat on it. 11/28/2022 Abated based on interviews with staff.

    Corrected by Nov 28, 2022

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  • Violation

    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 throughout the center. At the time of the inspection, staff from room 1A left the room to answer the door leaving 1 staff with 6 children when 2 staff were required.

    Corrected by Nov 28, 2022

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Apr 18, 2022 — Monitoring
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Mar 26, 2021 — Renewal
5 violations cited · view state record
5 violations
  • Violation

    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.

    Provide an additional CPR and First Aid Certification to ensure at least 2 staff are present with current training at all times.

    Corrected by May 6, 2021

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  • Violation

    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.

    Secure the water cooler

    Corrected by Mar 26, 2021

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(h)(2) · Lead paint precautions are as follows: the center shall comply with the lead paint inspection requirements specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)3, unless the center

    Provide a copy of the complete lead report

    Corrected by May 6, 2021

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(i)(8) · 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 a current Safe Building Interior Certification

    Corrected by May 6, 2021

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  • Violation

    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.

    Provide a current fire drill log.

    Corrected by May 6, 2021

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Nov 22, 2019 — Complaint
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • Violation

    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 # 17911, the staff are required to be retrained on diapering procedures. As the director has taken immediate action and retrained all staff, a violation was cited and abated.

    Corrected by Nov 22, 2019

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  • Violation

    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 # 17911, ensure thorough diaper changing procedures are followed. Although an appropriate diaper change was observed at the time of the inspection, it was reported that a child was not thoroughly cleaned after having a diaper change.

    Corrected by Nov 22, 2019

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Nov 22, 2019 — Monitoring
No violations cited · view state record
Clean

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Generated from this facility's specific inspection record

  1. 1The Jun 15, 2026 inspection noted: “Update Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL to include all staff.” — what has changed since then?
  2. 2The Nov 17, 2025 inspection noted: “Provide and maintain suitable protective devices for radiators.” — what has changed since then?
  3. 3The Feb 24, 2025 inspection noted: “Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served.” — what has changed since then?

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