3A:52-5.3(b)(1) · Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children. 2. The outdoor play area shall be graded or provided with drains to dispose of surface water.

Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed from the outdoor play area as required including filling in the hole in the grassy area, behind the picnic area.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

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

3A:52-5.3(a)(16) · 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 including the exit doors in rooms 5 and 7.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 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 all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition in room 2 and 7.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

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

3A:52-7.6(a) · (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 is bitten and the skin is broken; a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head; a child falls from a height greater than the height of the child; or an injury requiring professional medical care occurs.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.6(d) · 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.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

Category: supervision. 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 all regularly scheduled staff for the center's license renewal. Provide missing renewal CARIs for 5 staff

Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 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.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.8(a)(1) · 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 immediately after coming in from the playground.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

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

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.

Ensure accident reports are completed as required including all required components.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

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

3A:52-6.8(a)(1) · 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; the name(s), home and work address(es), home and work telephone number(s) and signature(s) of the parent(s); the name(s), address(es), and telephone number(s) of any person(s) authorized by the parent(s) to visit the child at the center and/or take the child from the center, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.5(a)1; and the name, address, and telephone number of the child's health care provider; signed authorization from the parent(s) for emergency medical treatment; the parent’s signature attesting to the receipt of the Information to Parents document, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.6(b); the parent’s signature attesting to the receipt of the Information to Parents document, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.6(b).; health information for each child, as follows: for early childhood programs, a record of the child’s health examination and immunizations, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(a); and for school-age child care programs, a record of the parent’s statement concerning the child’s health, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(b).

Complete and maintain on file, a current Children's Records Checklist designated by OOL.

Corrected Corrected by May 29, 2025

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

3A:52-6.6(e)(3) · The center shall maintain on file a written policy on the disciplining of children by staff members. The policy shall: 3. Be posted in a prominent location within the center.

Post the center's discipline policy.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 throughout the center does not exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

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

3A:52-5.3(p) · Play equipment, materials, and furniture for indoor and outdoor use shall be of sturdy and safe construction, non-toxic, free of hazards, and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The center may not use play equipment intended for outdoor use indoors.

Ensure that all outdoor equipment is sturdy, safe, free of hazards and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Repair the rusted steps and landing, on the climbing piece, on the playground.

Corrected Corrected by May 29, 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.

Provide and maintain a fence for the center's outdoor play area. The fence has pieces that are not attached and needs repair.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 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 all freezers are clean and in sanitary condition.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

Category: health medication. 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

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

Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.5(a)(3) · 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.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(ii) · Sleeping equipment shall be free of pillows and soft bedding, including, but not limited to bumper pads, when occupied by a sleeping child.

Ensure nap mats are free of rips and frays.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

Category: physical safety. 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 Jun 25, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(ii)(3) · the diapering surface shall be flat, smooth, clean, dry, non-absorbent, and in good repair.

Ensure that diaper pad, in room 7 is in good repair.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

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

3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) · 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 in rooms 7 and 3, is labeled with the child's name and date.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

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 Jan 8, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

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. Center is missing 1 CARI.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2024

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 Jan 8, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. 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. While a named staff was changing diapers, a named child was able to access a bottle of diluted bleach solution unknown to the named staff.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2024

Category: supervision. 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. The center's supervision policy, 2. The center's discipline policy and 3. Ensuring that toxic substances are inaccessible to the children.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 2025

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. When a named child was screaming, a named staff squeezed his face.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.1(e) · The center shall ensure that pacifiers are removed when the children are crawling or walking.

Ensure that pacifiers are removed when children are crawling or walking.

Corrected Corrected by May 28, 2024

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 May 31, 2024

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 information, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. A named staff left a group of named children unsupervised when she failed to wait for another staff before leaving the room.

Corrected Corrected by May 28, 2024

Category: supervision. 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 information, retrain all staff on the center's supervision policy.

Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(l)(1) · Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating

Ensure that the center has written emergency plans in a readily accessible location that includes evacuation, disaster and lockdown procedures.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. 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 Jun 12, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(l)(4) · 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.

Ensure that the center conducts at least two lockdown drills per year during each session provided at the center and maintains records of the drills on file.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 18, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(19) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 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.

Complete updated radon testing in every room on the lowest floor used by children and post the results in a prominent location.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2023

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 the floors, carpets, and walls in room 7 are cleaned.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2023

Category: physical safety. 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.

Ensure that all ceiling vents throughout the center are cleaned.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2023

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

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.

Ensure that all play equipment is cleaned in the outdoor play area.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2023

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

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 that all outdoor hazards are removed as required. Remove the tree roots that are sticking up out of the ground outside the front play area exit gate.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 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.

Ensure that the center complies with the licensed capacity of the classrooms at all times throughout the center. Room 4 has a capacity of 9 however 11 children were present.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

Post an updated diagram reflecting the rooms numbers for approved classroom areas.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2023

Category: physical safety. 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 throughout the center. In room 5 there were 12 children ages 2.5-3 on the playground with 1 staff when 2 were needed.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2023

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 and times for sign in and out are accurately reflected. 6-12-23: Ensure all credentialed staff are signing in daily.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 18, 2023

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 accurately reflects the children's arrival and departure times.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.5(c)(2)(ii) · 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 and designee completes the Understanding Licensing training provided by OOL.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. 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 Sep 18, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.6(b)(1) · The director shall meet the following qualification requirements for early childhood programs licensed to serve more than 30 children, the director shall meet the qualification requirements as specified in N.J.A.C 3A:52-4.6(b) for education and experience.

Ensure that the director meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. Provide documentation.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. 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. Provide documentation.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2023

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. Provide documentation.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2023

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 Jul 20, 2023

Category: physical safety. 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 staff involved on the center's supervision policy. 5-9-23: Retrain all center on supervision. 6-12-23: Missing 1 staff.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 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.

Ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center. In room 5, staff stated they had 12 children but 14 were present. In room 4 staff stated they had 10 children but 11 were present.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2023

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.

Ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. In room 2, a child was chasing another child around trying to cut him with scissors and staff did not intervene. 4-27-23: Ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. Children's bedding and cots need to be arranged so staff can see all the children and properly supervise. 5-9-23: Ensure that staff do not leave children unsupervised in the front lobby and office while walking children to the bus outside. 5-9-23: In room 2, ensure staff do not have their back to children. Children were hitting and punching each other without staff intervening. 5-9-23: In room 7, ensure children are not climbing on top of toys shelves and throwing toys without staff intervening.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2023

Category: supervision. 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. There are 4 missing CHRI clearances.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2023

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

3A:52-4.10(a)(1) · 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.

Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire. There are 4 missing CARI clearances.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2023

Category: background checks. 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.

Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. 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 #22072, ensure that the center complies with the licensed capacity of the classrooms at all times throughout the center. During morning drop off all children are being combined into 1 room due to lack of staff.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-3.6(b)(1) · The center shall distribute a copy of the Information to Parents document to each child’s parent(s) upon enrollment and to every person upon becoming a staff member and secure and maintain on file a record of each parent’s and staff member’s signature attesting to receipt of the document. The center shall maintain on file a copy of the Information to Parents document.

Ensure that the center allows parent access to the center at any time. The center is not allowing parents inside the center at drop off.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 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 compliant #22072, ensure staff/child ratios are maintained at all times. There was 1 staff in the front office and lobby area with 11 children ages 12 months to 5 years of age.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 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 Corrective Action Plan to DCF as required.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(q)(1)(ii) · Space and room requirements are as follows: all space and rooms within the center to be used by children shall be inspected and approved by the Office of Licensing prior to their use. In making its determination, the Office of Licensing shall consider whether the space is too far removed, remote, or isolated from other areas of the center to be used by children. rooms or areas of the center that are not Office of Licensing-approved for use by children shall be made inaccessible to children.

Ensure that unapproved space is inaccessible to the children at all times. School age children are being placed in the front administrators office and lobby area for 30 to 40 minutes while waiting for the public school bus to pick them up.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Ensure that the staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline at all times throughout the center. In room 2, a staff member was raising her voice and yelling at children. 6-12-23: Ensure staff in room 7 are utilizing positive methods of guidance and discipline.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.1(b)(7) · 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 the use of a television, computers, and other video equipment shall be limited to educational and instructional use, shall be age and developmentally appropriate, and shall not be used as a substitute for planned activities or for passive viewing.

Ensure that the use of television, computers, and other video equipment is for educational and instructional use, is age and developmentally appropriate, is not used as a substitute for planned activities, and is not used for passive viewing. At the time of inspection, children were in the front office watching Pokémon on the television.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2023

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

3A:52-6.2(a)(1) · The center shall provide a supply of age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate program equipment including play equipment, child-size furniture and supplies that are sufficient to meet the daily activity needs of the children and the program.

Based on complaint #22072, ensure that the center has an adequate supply of materials to meet the daily activity needs of the children and the program. School age children are being placed in infant and toddler rooms and the front office, while waiting for pick form the bus, without the age appropriate supplies needed.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2023

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

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 and maintain the resilient surfacing and use zones under all play equipment as required. Ensure there is proper ASTM certified surfacing under the small tree house with slide in the outdoor play area.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 3, 2023

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

3A:52-5.3(q)(2) · Space and room requirements are as follows: at no time shall a center

Ensure children under 2.5 are placed in rooms with a direct egress.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 18, 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.

Based on information, retrain all staff on the center's policies and procedures for incidents, including notifying parents, notifying center administration and completing incident reports as required.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 18, 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 information, ensure that center administration is notified of incidents occurring at the center as per center policy.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 18, 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 incident reports are completed as required.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 18, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. 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. In room 5, staff stated they had 9 children, then 11, but only 10 children were present. 11-3-2023: In room 5, a staff member stated there were 14 children in the room when 13 were present.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.10(b)(1) · The director, sponsor, or sponsor representative shall report the following occurrences to the Office of Licensing by the next working day after the center learns of the occurrence and shall submit documentation to the Office of Licensing within one week of the occurrence of the incident, the occurrence of an injury or illness while under the center’s supervision that results in a child visiting the emergency room.

Based on report, ensure that the center notifies OOL of reportable injuries and illnesses as required.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 11, 2023

Category: supervision. 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 Corrective Action Plan to DCF as required.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2023

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 information, retrain all staff on 1. Notifying parents of incidents and 2. Completing incident reports as required.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2023

Category: supervision. 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 incident reports are completed as required.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 3, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.6(c) · Bites and injuries other than those specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(a) shall be reported to the child's parent by the end of the day.

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

Corrected Corrected by Nov 3, 2023

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 who work in the infant room are retrained on safe infant practices; including supervision, direct line of vision, and ceasing the use of pacifier straps.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2023

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.

Ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times in the infant room. During inspection, one staff member was feeding one infant in a rocking chair while two other infants crawled on the floor at the opposite end of the room. An infant began eating something off of the floor. Though the staff member did intervene when she saw it, direct supervision with a complete line of vision was not able to be maintained at all times due to the positioning of staff and the mobile infants. Ensure that staff are positioned where they can see all infants at all times.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Ensure that the center ceases the use of pacifier straps in the infant room. Two children had pacifier straps attached during inspection. Staff removed them when asked to.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2023

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 Apr 26, 2022

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

3A:52-7.7(a)(2) · All areas to be disinfected shall first be washed with soap and water.

Ensure that all surfaces are cleaned with soap and water prior to disinfecting. Ensure a two step cleaning process is utilized.

Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2022

Category: physical safety. 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. Ensure all CHRI clearances are dated after 1/1/2021.

Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2022

Category: background checks. 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.

Ensure that the center complies with the licensed capacity of the classrooms at all times throughout the center. Ensure classroom #5 maintains a maximum capacity of 14 children.

Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2022

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(19) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 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.

Complete radon testing in every room on the lowest floor used by children and post the results in a prominent location.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2022

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

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 and maintain the resilient surfacing and use zones under all play equipment as required. Provide resilient surfacing within the use zone of the red climbing piece.

Corrected Corrected by May 25, 2022

Category: physical safety. 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 May 9, 2022

Category: ratio. 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 May 26, 2022

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 throughout the center.

Corrected Corrected by May 26, 2022

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 and maintain the resilient surfacing and use zones under all play equipment as required. Repair or replace the play surface on the playground near the parking lot.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2022

Category: physical safety. 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 information, ensure that staff handle children in a safe and appropriate manner when picking up the children.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2021

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.

Ensure that the center complies with the licensed capacity of the classrooms at all times throughout the center. At the time of the inspection, room 3 had 16 children present and it has a capacity of 12 and room 5 had 18 children present and the room has a capacity of 14.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2021

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. A named staff abruptly removed a named child from the toilet by the wrist when the named child went to the bathroom without permission. A second named staff removed the named child by her ankle and wrist when the named child climbed onto a bookshelf. The second named staff also took a hold of a second named child's face to question her about why she was crying.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2021

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.10(a)(1) · 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.

Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2021

Category: background checks. 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 Jan 14, 2022

Category: background checks. 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 are maintained at all times throughout the center. On 11/15/21, room 3 had 16 children with 1 staff member, wherein 2 staff members were needed to maintain compliance and in room 5 there were 2 staff with 18 children between 1yr and 3 yrs old, wherein 2 staff members were needed to maintain compliance.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2021

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 Jan 14, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

Based on information, retrain all staff from an outside source on 1. Maintaining adequate staff/child ratios, 2. Safe and appropriate handling of children, 3. The center's discipline policy and 4. The center's policies and procedures for incidents occurring at the center, including notifying parents as required.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2022

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.6(c) · Bites and injuries other than those specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(a) shall be reported to the child's parent by the end of the day.

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

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2022

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(d)(1) · Heating requirements are as follows: a minimum temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit shall be maintained in all areas used by children, including, but not limited to, classrooms and bathrooms.

Ensure the temp in room 3 is at a minimum temperature of 68 degrees. Room temp was 65 degrees.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 21, 2020

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(1) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage.

Repair the ceiling in the bathroom in room 1 to remove the leaking stains around the vent.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 21, 2020

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 the microwave in room 1 is maintained in a clean and operable condition.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 21, 2020

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 or replace the damaged fence on the playground north side of the school.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 23, 2020

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

3A:52-5.4(a)(2) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, all lally columns in areas used by the children shall have protective padding placed around them from the floor to a height of at least 48 inches.

Replace the torn padding around the 4 post on the playground on the south side of the building.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 21, 2020

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.10(a)(1) · 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.

Center is waiting for CARI clearances for 2 newly hired employees. As of 2/21/20, 1 CARI is outstanding.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2020

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

3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) · The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal.

In room 3, ensure the tables are both washed and disinfected (2 step process) before meals. Staff member only did 1 step.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 21, 2020

Category: nutrition. 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.

In room 5, ensure no more than 14 children are in attendance at any given time. At the time of the inspection 17 children were present in the room.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 23, 2020

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 21, 2019

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.