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Alghazaly School Inc

17 Park Street, Jersey City NJ 07304 · License #170900199 · Child Care Center

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Address
17 Park Street, Jersey City NJ 07304 · Directions

Hours

Mon08:30 AM–02:30 PM
Tue08:30 AM–02:30 PM
Wed08:30 AM–02:30 PM
Thu08:30 AM–02:30 PM
Fri08:30 AM–02:30 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed

Care & schedule

When they operate

Schedule type not published.

Ages served

Ages not published.

  • Accepts child care subsidy (CCDF)
16
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
3
Inspections, past 3 yrs
Monitoring & assessments

How this facility compares

Violations per inspection, 3-yr
This facility
5.3
New Jersey average
9.1

Inspection history & violations

Source: New Jersey DCF, Office of Licensing
May 12, 2025 — Renewal
8 violations cited · view state record
8 violations
  • Violation

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

    Provide a current fire certificate as required.

    Corrected by Jun 24, 2025

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  • Violation

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

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

    Corrected by Jun 24, 2025

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  • Violation

    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.

    Corrected by Jun 24, 2025

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  • 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.

    Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.

    Corrected by Jun 24, 2025

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(i)(8) · 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. the Office of Licensing shall not issue licenses or renewals to child care centers that are co-located in a building or other structure that contains a dry cleaner or nail salon unless the applicant obtains indoor air sampling that demonstrates that there is no impact to the child care center.

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

    Corrected by Jun 24, 2025

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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 Jun 24, 2025

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  • Violation

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

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

    Corrected by Jun 24, 2025

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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 Aug 28, 2025

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Feb 24, 2025 — Other
2 violations cited · view state record
2 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. The first aid and CPR training shall include a hands-on training component in addition to any online training coursework.

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

    Corrected by May 12, 2025

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  • Violation

    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 by May 12, 2025

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Jul 2, 2024 — Monitoring
6 violations cited · view state record
6 violations
  • 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. Transferred from 2022 renewal.

    Corrected by Aug 19, 2024

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  • Violation

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

    Provide a table of organization including job descriptions.

    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 the emergency lighting is operable at all times by Rooms 15, 29, and 31.

    Corrected by Aug 19, 2024

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  • Violation

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

    Provide a current fire certificate as required.

    Corrected by Jan 29, 2025

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  • Violation

    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.

    Provide an updated Staff Record Checklist.

    Corrected by Aug 19, 2024

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  • 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.

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

    Corrected by Feb 24, 2025

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Mar 1, 2022 — Renewal
35 violations cited · view state record
35 violations
  • Violation

    3A:52-6.8(j)(1) · The center shall develop and follow a written policy on the expulsion of children from enrollment at the center. The expulsion policy shall include

    Develop and maintain on file an expulsion policy.

    Corrected by Nov 14, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(b)(3)(i) · the building structure shall be maintained to prevent water from entering.

    Maintain the building structure to prevent water from entering.

    Corrected by Jul 10, 2023

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  • Violation

    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 by Jul 10, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-7.6(e)(1) · The center shall develop and follow a written policy for parental notification if a method other than a telephone call is used at the center for parental notification. The center shall distribute a copy of this policy to the parent of each enrolled child and secure and maintain on file a record of each parent’s signature attesting to receipt of this policy.

    Develop a written policy for parental notification if the center uses methods other than a telephone call and maintain on file the signatures of staff and parents acknowledging receipt of the policy.

    Corrected by Nov 14, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-7.11(a)(1) · Each center shall develop a written policy on the management of communicable diseases. This policy shall include the following: the list of illnesses and symptoms of illness for which a child will be separated from the group and possibly sent home, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1©.

    Ensure that the center maintains and distributes to all families the center's communicable disease policy and that it includes the list of symptoms for which a child will be excluded from the center.

    Corrected by Nov 14, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-6.8(a)(4) · 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 name, address, and telephone number of the child's health care provider.

    Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a children's records checklist, including the name, address and telephone number of the child's health care provider.

    Corrected by Nov 14, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-6.8(k)(1) · 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.

    Ensure that the center's social media policy includes its policies regarding the use of social networking sites and other websites.

    Corrected by Nov 14, 2023

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  • Violation

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

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

    Corrected by Jul 10, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-6.5(a)(1) · The center shall maintain on file and follow a written policy on the release of children, which shall include the provision that each child may be released only to the child's parent(s) or person(s) authorized by the parent(s), as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.8(a)3, to take the child from the center and to assume responsibility for the child in an emergency if the parent(s) cannot be reached.

    Ensure that the center maintains and distributes to all families and staff the center's policy on the release of children, including a provision that children can only be released to the parent or other authorized individuals.

    Corrected by Nov 14, 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.

    Post a diagram of all approved ares and ensure that all rooms approved for use by the children are labeled.

    Corrected by Dec 7, 2023

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  • Violation

    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 by Dec 7, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-6.1(f) · The staff member(s) specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(b) shall prepare and maintain on file a written outline of the center's daily activities, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(a) through (d) and (g) and (h).

    Ensure that the center has a written outline of daily activities.

    Corrected by Dec 7, 2023

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  • Violation

    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.

    Ensure that the center has an adequate supply of materials to meet the daily activity needs of the children and the program.

    Corrected by Jul 10, 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.

    Ensure that all flooring and carpeting are kept clean and in good repair. Repair or replace the broken tiles.

    Corrected by Dec 7, 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.

    Corrected by Jul 2, 2024

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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 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 Nov 14, 2023

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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.

    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 by Nov 14, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(n)(4) · Fire prevention requirements are as follows: all fire extinguishers shall be visually inspected once a month, and serviced and tagged at least once a year and recharged, if necessary, as specified in the NJUFC.

    Ensure that all fire extinguishers are serviced and tagged annually and recharged as needed.

    Corrected by Dec 7, 2023

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  • 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.

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

    Corrected by Jul 10, 2023

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  • Violation

    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 by Nov 14, 2023

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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 toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks and other plumbing are maintained in operating and sanitary condition.

    Corrected by Jul 10, 2023

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  • Violation

    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 designee completes the Understanding Licensing training provided by OOL.

    Corrected by Dec 7, 2023

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  • Violation

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

    Ensure that all staff submit a CARI background check upon renewal. 8-15-23: 1 received.

    Corrected by Nov 14, 2023

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  • Violation

    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 by Nov 14, 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 Dec 7, 2023

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  • Violation

    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 maintains and distributes to all families and staff a copy of the Information to Parents document and maintains on file signatures of all staff and families attesting to the receipt of the policy.

    Corrected by Nov 14, 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 exits and egress areas are unobstructed. Remove the metal debri in the walkway of the exit near the side exit door.

    Corrected by Jul 10, 2023

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  • Violation

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

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

    Corrected by Dec 7, 2023

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  • Violation

    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.

    Eliminate moisture resulting from leaks or seepage. Repair the water damage on the stairwell leading to the 2nd floor near the front exit.

    Corrected by Nov 14, 2023

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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.

    Remove or repair the walkway with the overgrown tree trunks to ensure that there is no tripping hazards when exiting from the building.

    Corrected by Jul 10, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-2.1(b) · A person applying for an initial license or renewal license to operate a center or relocation of a center shall submit a completed application to the Office of Licensing at least 45 days prior to the anticipated opening of the center or to the expiration of its existing regular license.

    Complete and submit a DCF Renewal Attestation and all required documents.

    Corrected by Nov 28, 2022

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  • Violation

    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.

    Corrected by Jul 10, 2023

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  • Violation

    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.

    Corrected by Aug 15, 2023

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  • Violation

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

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

    Corrected by Dec 7, 2023

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  • Violation

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

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

    Corrected by Dec 7, 2023

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Feb 9, 2021 — Initial,Verify Closure
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • Violation

    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.

    Maintain of the school at 68 degrees in all areas utilized by the children, including bathrooms, exits and hallways.

    Corrected by Jun 14, 2021

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  • Violation

    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.

    Obtain current liability insurance for the center.

    Corrected by Jun 14, 2021

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Jun 14, 2019 — Initial
48 violations cited · view state record
48 violations
  • Violation

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

    Repair chipped paint throughout the center.

    Corrected by Dec 7, 2020

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  • Violation

    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).

    Provide orientation training for all staff and the program supervisor.

    Corrected by Dec 7, 2020

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  • Violation

    3A:52-6.8(j)(1) · The center shall develop and follow a written policy on the expulsion of children from enrollment at the center. The expulsion policy shall include

    Ensure that the center distributes a copy of the expulsion document and obtain the parents signatures attesting to receipt of the document.

    Corrected by Sep 7, 2020

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(l)(1)(i) · Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating the location of the first aid kit and any additional first aid supplies.

    Obtain a first aide kit for the center and maintain at the location at all times.

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2020

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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.

    Corrected by Oct 16, 2019

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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 outlet covers throughout the center. Provide protective covers for the lightbulbs in the multipurpose room on the chandelier. Provide protective covers for the lights in Room 3.

    Corrected by Oct 16, 2019

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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.

    Maintain the toilets in the boys bathroom in sanitary condition. Ensure they are clean and free of odor. Complete the construction in the bathroom in Room 1 and ensure that the sinks and toilets are in working order.

    Corrected by Oct 17, 2019

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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.

    Sand or paint rusted bathroom dividers in the boys bathroom on the 1st floor

    Corrected by Oct 17, 2019

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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.

    Remove the vegetation from the exit pathway of the door near on the right side of Room #1 in the multi-purpose room. Ensure the exit door next to Room #1 is able to easily open. Remove the supplies from the stairwell in the hallway next to the girls and boys bathroom to ensure that the exit is easily accessible at all times.

    Corrected by Oct 16, 2019

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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

    Leads testing is required for the gym.

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2020

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  • Violation

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

    Provide protective covers for radiators in Rooms 1, 3, boys bathroom on the first floor.

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2020

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  • Violation

    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 to remove the water seepage and repair the hole in Room 5 on the first floor. Repair the hole in the ceiling and prevent water seepage in Room 22 on the second floor. Ensure the black substance is removed from the area.

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2020

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.4(a)(7)(iii) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, outdoor space requirements for children over the age of 10 months are as follows: outdoor areas located near or adjacent to hazardous areas determined by the Office of Licensing to be unsafe (including, but not limited to, streets, roads, driveways, parking lots, railroad tracks, swimming pools, rivers, streams, steep grades, cliffs, open pits, high voltage boosters, or propane gas tanks) shall be fenced or otherwise protected by a natural or man-made barrier or enclosure.

    Provide additional barriers on the playground so the parking lot traffic does not have access to the playground if the center intends to utilize the playground. If not, submit in writing that the playground is not going to be utilized during after care hours. Documentation was submitted that they will not be using the playground during after care hours.

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2020

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  • Violation

    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.

    Create a television/technology policy for the school.

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2020

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  • Violation

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

    Maintain an emergency plan that shows written policies for fire, lockdown and evacuation and other emergencies.

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2020

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  • 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.

    Ensure there are 2 people certified in CPR at all times at the center.

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2020

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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.

    Create a diagram of the center identifying the approved room numbers, as well as the exits in the event of a fire or evacuation.

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2020

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  • Violation

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

    Create and post a discipline policy.

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2020

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  • Violation

    3A:52-7.5(b)(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.

    Ensure that two staff are trained on how to use Epi-pens.

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2020

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  • Violation

    3A:52-7.6(e)(1) · The center shall develop and follow a written policy for parental notification if a method other than a telephone call is used at the center for parental notification. The center shall distribute a copy of this policy to the parent of each enrolled child and secure and maintain on file a record of each parent’s signature attesting to receipt of this policy.

    Maintain a policy of parental notification.

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2020

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.2(c) · If the center prepares meals, the center shall obtain 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. The center shall maintain on file the Sanitary Inspection Certificate.

    Obtain a valid health certificate.

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2020

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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 the fire panel is in working order at all times. It was confirmed on 01/09/2020 the center was receiving transmissions by the Union Monitoring Company but the panel read "trouble."

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2020

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  • Violation

    3A:52-4.5(c)(2)(i) · 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 not have full-time classroom responsibilities during the times when the director is not present at the center.

    Designate someone to act as the designee if the director is not present.

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2020

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  • Violation

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

    Discontinue the use of space heaters in the program.

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2020

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  • Violation

    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

    Obtain an alternate indoor location that maintains the same hours as the program in walking distance. Ensure that a local hospital is identified in case of an emergency, as well as a doctors information, location and phone number.

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2020

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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.

    Complete monthly fire drills and maintain documentation of the date and time it took to complete the drill.

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2020

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(ii)(1) · 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 results reveal elevated levels of lead or copper as defined by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Safe Drinking Water, which pose risk of harm to children, the center shall immediately discontinue use of all drinking water sources in the building.

    Corrected by Sep 3, 2020

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  • Violation

    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 there is a permanent program supervisor and provide the appropriate credentials.

    Corrected by Sep 3, 2020

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  • Violation

    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 program supervisor and the designee completes Understanding Licensing.

    Corrected by Sep 3, 2020

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  • Violation

    3A:52-6.5(a)(1) · The center shall maintain on file and follow a written policy on the release of children, which shall include the provision that each child may be released only to the child's parent(s) or person(s) authorized by the parent(s), as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.8(a)3, to take the child from the center and to assume responsibility for the child in an emergency if the parent(s) cannot be reached.

    Ensure that the center distributes a copy of the release policy and obtain both parents and staff signatures attesting to receipt of the document.

    Corrected by Sep 7, 2020

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  • Violation

    3A:52-7.11(a)(1) · Each center shall develop a written policy on the management of communicable diseases. This policy shall include the following: the list of illnesses and symptoms of illness for which a child will be separated from the group and possibly sent home, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1©.

    Ensure that the center distributes a copy of the communicable disease policy and obtain signatures attesting to receipt of the document by the parents.

    Corrected by Sep 7, 2020

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  • Violation

    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 distributes a copy of the information to parents document and obtain both parents and staff signatures attesting to receipt of the document.

    Corrected by Sep 7, 2020

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  • Violation

    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).

    Maintain a staff records checklist and ensure that the staff have there physicals and Mantoux test on file.

    Corrected by Sep 7, 2020

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  • Violation

    3A:52-6.8(k)(1) · 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.

    Ensure that the center distributes a copy of the social media policy and obtain both parents and staff signatures attesting to receipt of the document.

    Corrected by Sep 7, 2020

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  • Violation

    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.

    Obtain all staff CARIS.

    Corrected by Sep 7, 2020

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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.

    Remove the hanging wires in Room #3.

    Corrected by Oct 20, 2020

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(a)(5) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: garbage receptacles shall be

    Ensure that the garbage receptacles have tops.

    Corrected by Oct 20, 2020

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  • Violation

    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.

    Maintain a children's record checklist. Ensure that the application includes a statement of good health signed by the parents, the child's doctors name and contact information. Ensure that the parents sign the information to parents document.

    Corrected by Sep 7, 2020

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  • Violation

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

    Ensure that the staff complete 12 hours of training per year and the director/program supervisor completes 20 hours of training per year.

    Corrected by Dec 7, 2020

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  • Violation

    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 criminal background checks are obtained for all staff.

    Corrected by Dec 7, 2020

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  • Violation

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

    Develop a table of organization.

    Corrected by Dec 7, 2020

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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.

    Complete daily time sheets for the children, program supervisor and staff.

    Corrected by Dec 7, 2020

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  • Violation

    3A:52-4.5(c)(1) · 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 working 50 percent of the time.

    Corrected by Dec 7, 2020

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  • Violation

    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 the bathrooms have working ventilation.

    Corrected by Dec 7, 2020

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(l)(1)(vii) · 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.

    Post a diagram on how the school can be evacuated during emergencies.

    Corrected by Dec 7, 2020

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  • Violation

    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.

    Complete two lockdown drills yearly and maintain a log of the date and time.

    Corrected by Dec 7, 2020

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  • Violation

    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.

    Maintain liability insurance for the center and keep on file at all times.

    Corrected by Feb 9, 2021

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  • Violation

    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.

    Maintain the temperature of the center to 68 degrees at all times in all areas.

    Corrected by Feb 9, 2021

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Questions to ask on your tour

Generated from this facility's specific inspection record

  1. 1The May 12, 2025 inspection noted: “Provide a current fire certificate as required.” — what has changed since then?
  2. 2The Feb 24, 2025 inspection noted: “Ensure that at least two staff members who have current pediatric first aid and CPR certifications and are present at the center at all times.” — what has changed since then?
  3. 3The Jul 2, 2024 inspection noted: “Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification. Transferred from 2022 renewal.” — what has changed since then?

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