Mosdos Of Greenville

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 by Aug 22, 2025

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3A:52-2.2(e) · The license shall be posted in a prominent location within the center and in each building associated with the center.

Post the center's license in a prominent location in each building.

Corrected by Aug 27, 2025

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

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

Corrected by Aug 27, 2025

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

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

Corrected by Aug 27, 2025

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

Ensure that all staff complete orientation training annually.

Corrected by Aug 27, 2025

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3A:52-4.3(c) · (c) The following staff/child ratios shall apply, except as specified in (d) through (f) below: Under 18 months 1:4 18 months up to 2 ½ years 1:6 2 ½ years up to 4 years 1:10 4 years 1:12 5 years and older 1:15 (d) The following staff/child ratios shall apply during rest or sleep, when the criteria listed in (d) 1, 2, and 3 below are met: Under 18 months 18 months to under 2 ½ years 2 ½ years and above 1:10 1:12 1:20 2. A sufficient number of staff members shall be in the facility and readily accessible to ensure compliance with the awake staff/child ratios specified in (c) above.

Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times in Room 302 including during Summer School..

Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

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3A:52-5.3(q)(3) · 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 areas.

Corrected by Aug 27, 2025

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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 are present at the center at all times.

Corrected by Aug 27, 2025

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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. The center shall ensure that all children present are evacuated from the building within three minutes during each fire drill.

Ensure fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center.

Corrected by Aug 27, 2025

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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.

Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually.

Corrected by Aug 27, 2025

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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 Room 202 door that is stripping of paint.

Corrected by Aug 22, 2025

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

Ensure that the bathroom stalls on the first floor are free of rust.

Corrected by Aug 22, 2025

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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 by Aug 27, 2025

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3A:52-4.6(c)(1) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: or 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.

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

Corrected by Aug 27, 2025

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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.

Update the table of organization to include current members of staff.

Corrected by Aug 27, 2025

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3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(i) · At no time shall a center: i. Allow more children in attendance than the licensed capacity as specified on the license or the Certificate of Life/Safety Approval; ii. Allow more children in attendance than the licensed room capacity;

Operate within each room's capacity. Room 302 has a licensed capacity of thirteen (13) and sixteen (16) children were present.

Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

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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 Aug 27, 2025

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3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(i) · At no time shall a center: i. Allow more children in attendance than the licensed capacity as specified on the license or the Certificate of Life/Safety Approval; ii. Allow more children in attendance than the licensed room capacity;

Operate within each room's capacity.

Corrected by Aug 22, 2025

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3A:52-4.3(c) · (c) The following staff/child ratios shall apply, except as specified in (d) through (f) below: Under 18 months 1:4 18 months up to 2 ½ years 1:6 2 ½ years up to 4 years 1:10 4 years 1:12 5 years and older 1:15 (d) The following staff/child ratios shall apply during rest or sleep, when the criteria listed in (d) 1, 2, and 3 below are met: Under 18 months 18 months to under 2 ½ years 2 ½ years and above 1:10 1:12 1:20 2. A sufficient number of staff members shall be in the facility and readily accessible to ensure compliance with the awake staff/child ratios specified in (c) above.

Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times including during Summer School..

Corrected by Aug 22, 2025

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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 Jul 12, 2024

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

Operate within each room's capacity. Room 203 has a licensed capacity of 8 and 14 children were in attendance.

Corrected by Jun 4, 2024

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3A:52-9.7(f)(1) · Documentation of emergency evacuation drills for all passengers who ride the Type I or Type II School Bus shall be maintained in a log containing the following information: the date of the drill; the number of passengers; the time taken to evacuate the bus; and the signature of the person conducting the drill.

Maintain transportation records on file at the center, including record of semi-annual emergency evacuation drills.

Corrected by Jul 12, 2024

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

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

Corrected by Jul 12, 2024

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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.

Repair the wall that is stripping of paint on the stairwell landing to the second floor.

Corrected by Jul 12, 2024

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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.

Complete and maintain at the center daily time sheets for children with arrival and departure times.

Corrected by Jul 12, 2024

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

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

Corrected by Jul 12, 2024

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

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

Corrected by Jul 18, 2023

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

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

Corrected by Jul 18, 2023

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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

Submit a lead paint risk assessment as required.

Corrected by Sep 13, 2023

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3A:52-5.3(a)(4) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor.

Repair the rubber molding that is lifting at the base on the wall near the entrance/exit of Room 204.

Corrected by Jul 18, 2023

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

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

Corrected by Sep 13, 2023

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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 Jul 18, 2023

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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 Jul 18, 2023

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

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

Corrected by Sep 13, 2023

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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 by Jul 18, 2023

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

Ensure that all staff are aware of the number of children in their care at all times.

Corrected by Jul 18, 2023

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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 Jul 18, 2023

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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 by Feb 20, 2024

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

Ensure that the ceiling tiles that are out of place in Room 302 are readjusted.

Corrected by Jul 18, 2023

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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.

Ensure that all rooms approved for use by the children on the third floor are labeled.

Corrected by Jul 18, 2023

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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 101 has a licensed occupancy of 23 and 57 children were in attendance.

Corrected by Jul 18, 2023

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3A:52-5.3(f)(2) · Toilet facility requirements are as follows: mirrors, dispensers, and other equipment shall be fastened securely.

Secure the toilet seats in the pink bathroom.

Corrected by Feb 6, 2023

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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.

Ensure that the center uses a 2 step process to wash and disinfect the tables used by the children for eating before each meal.

Corrected by Feb 6, 2023

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

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

Corrected by Feb 6, 2023

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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 showing how the center is to be evacuated from each classroom and the outdoor play area.

Corrected by Feb 6, 2023

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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 Feb 6, 2023

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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.

Cease parking cars on playground or provide a plan of action to ensure children's safety when using the outdoor play area.

Corrected by Feb 6, 2023

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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 and paint the rusted bathroom stall dividers throughout the center.

Corrected by Feb 6, 2023

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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 Feb 6, 2023

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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 by Feb 6, 2023

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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 at the center at least 50% of the center's daily operating hours.

Corrected by Feb 6, 2023

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3A:52-4.5(e)(2)(i) · For early childhood programs the head teacher shall be scheduled to work at the center for at least 75 percent of the center's daily operating hours or at least six hours a day, whichever is less.

Ensure that the head teacher is present at the center for at least 75% of the center's daily operating hours or at least six hours a day, whichever is less.

Corrected by Feb 6, 2023

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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 Feb 6, 2023

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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 by Feb 6, 2023

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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 children are adequately supervised at all times. A group of 9 school age children were observed outside on the play area without a staff member supervising them.

Corrected by Jan 28, 2021

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3A:52-5.3(a)(13) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that window blind cords and other cords and ropes that present risk of harm are inaccessible to children.

Repair or replace broken window blinds.

Corrected by Mar 11, 2021

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3A:52-5.3(a)(14) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all balconies, rooftops, verandas, and all floor levels used by children that are above the first floor and subject the children to an open drop or atrium shall be protected by barriers consisting of safety glass, Plexiglas, or any other materials approved by the Office of Licensing. Such barriers shall extend at least five feet above the floor level.

Provide a barrier that extends the rail at least 5 feet above the floor level at the top of the stairs.

Corrected by Apr 7, 2021

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

Paint or repair chipping paint in room 202.

Corrected by Jun 8, 2021

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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.

Repair or replace stained ceiling tiles in room 304.

Corrected by Apr 7, 2021

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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 the hole for the basement window is covered or made inaccessible to children.

Corrected by Jan 28, 2021

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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 fence around outdoor play area.

Corrected by Jun 8, 2021

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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 covers for lights on the second floor or ensure that shatterproof bulbs are used.

Corrected by Jun 8, 2021

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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.

Repair or replace broken chalkboard in room 202.

Corrected by May 3, 2021

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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 room capacities are not exceeded. 5/3/2021 - Room capacities were exceeded in rooms 201, 301, 303, 304 and 305. 5/24/2021 - Room capacities were exceeded in rooms 204, 303, and 304. 6/8/2021 - Room capacities were exceeded in rooms 101, 204, 303, 304, 305. 6/24/2021 - Room capacities were exceeded in rooms 101, 204, 301 and 305. 7/13/2021 - Room capacities were exceeded in rooms 204, 301, and 305. 8/2/2021 - Room capacities were exceeded in rooms 301, 305 and 306. 9/3/2021 - Room capacities were exceeded in rooms 301, 304, and 305. 10/12/2021- Room capacities were exceeded in rooms 201, 203 and 305. 11/8/2021 - Room capacity was exceeded in room 301.

Corrected by Dec 7, 2021

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3A:52-5.4(a)(3) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, crawl spaces, attic spaces, and all doors and windows used for natural ventilation shall be provided with insect screening.

Provide screens on windows used for ventilation or cease opening windows that do not have screens.

Corrected by May 24, 2021

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3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(i) · Space and room requirements are as follows: at no time shall a center allow more children in attendance than the licensed capacity as specified on the license or the Certificate of Life/Safety Approval.

Ensure center does not exceed it's licensed capacity. There were 125 children present, when the center is only licensed for 93.

Corrected by Mar 11, 2021

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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.

Ensure children are encouraged to wear masks. There were multiple classroom where children did not have masks available at the center for them to use.

Corrected by Mar 11, 2021

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

Ensure staff know how many children are in their care at all times.

Corrected by Apr 7, 2021

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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 adequate /child ratios are maintained at all times. I room 202, there were 20 children aged 4-5 with 1 staff member, where 2 staff were required.

Corrected by Mar 11, 2021

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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 children are adequately supervised at all times. Upon arrival for the inspection several staff were observed in the office who dispersed to classrooms. 4/7/2021 - A child was observed unsupervised at the bottom of the stairwell to the lower level. 4/7/2021 - Room 301 was left unsupervised twice during the inspection. 5/24/2021 - A school age child was observed eating, alone and unsupervised, in room 203. 5/24/2021 - A child was observed walking to and from the bathroom unsupervised.

Corrected by Jun 8, 2021

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3A:52-5.3(a)(10) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all corrosive agents, insecticides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, any products under pressure in an aerosol spray can, and any toxic substance shall be stored in a locked cabinet or in an enclosure located in an area not accessible to the children.

Remove vodka from the center when children are present.

Corrected by Mar 11, 2021

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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.

Ensure COVID-19 bus procedures are followed at all times.

Corrected by May 3, 2021

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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.

Per the NJ Department of Health COVID-19 Public Health Recommendations pursuant to Executive Order No. 149, ensure groups do not exceed 15 children. There was a group of 17 children in room 201. 5/3/2021 - There were groups of 19 children in room 101 and 16 children in room 201. 5/24/2021 - There was a group of 19 children in room 101. Violation not applicable due to Updated COVID-19 Standards – Child Care Centers, issued 5.26.2021.

Corrected by May 26, 2021

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3A:52-5.6(c)(1)(iv)(2) · For rooms and areas used by children, except as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.6(e), the following monitoring requirements shall apply: the center shall equip every room or area designated for use by children, except for kitchen and toilet facilities, with one of the following options in order to promote maximum visibility and audibility: at least one interior door leading to every room designated for use by children, which shall meet one of the following conditions, provided that such conditions are not in conflict with applicable provisions of the NJUCC and the NJUFC: have uncovered and unobstructed windows or cutouts.

Ensure the doors to classrooms either remain open or have uncovered and unobstructed windows or cutouts per monitoring requirements.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2022

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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 be posted in a prominent location within the center.

Prepare and post a discipline policy including acceptable actions that staff members may take.

Corrected by May 24, 2021

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3A:52-6.8(j)(1)(i) · The center shall develop and follow a written policy on the expulsion of children from enrollment at the center. The expulsion policy shall include the circumstances under which a child may be expelled.

Submit a copy of the center’s expulsion policy which includes circumstances, methods to notify parents, sufficient time limits, and reasons for immediate expulsion.

Corrected by Nov 8, 2021

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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©.

Submit a copy of the center’s communicable disease management policy.

Corrected by Nov 8, 2021

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

Submit the center’s illness log for a period of at least 30 days.

Corrected by Oct 12, 2021

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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.

Submit a copy of the center's current general liability insurance.

Corrected by Oct 12, 2021

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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.

Submit a copy of the center’s fire drill log for each session provided at the center for a period of at least 90 days.

Corrected by Oct 12, 2021

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

Provide documentation indicating that at least 2 staff members present at the center at all times have current basic knowledge of first aid principles and CPR.

Corrected by Nov 8, 2021

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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.

Submit a copy of the center’s radon testing report conducted within 5 years in every room on the lowest floor used by children.

Corrected by Nov 8, 2021

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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.

Submit documentation required to credential a director.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2022

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

Provide documentation that all staff have received annual orientation training.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2022

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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.

Obtain a life hazard use certificate that reflects the correct use code, based on the center's license.

Corrected by Apr 7, 2022

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3A:52-5.3(a)(10) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all corrosive agents, insecticides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, any products under pressure in an aerosol spray can, and any toxic substance shall be stored in a locked cabinet or in an enclosure located in an area not accessible to the children.

Remove all alcohol from the center when children are present. There was a bottle of brandy located where it was accessible to children.

Corrected by Apr 7, 2021

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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

Hire and submit documentation required to credential a group teacher.

Corrected by Apr 7, 2022

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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 History Record Information (CHRI) checks are completed as required for all staff over the age of 18.

Corrected by Apr 7, 2022

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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 Child Abuse Record Information (CARI) checks are completed as required for all staff.

Corrected by Nov 8, 2021

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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 indicating lines of authority, responsibility and job descriptions.

Corrected by Nov 8, 2021

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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 and maintain at the center daily time sheets for staff with arrival and departure times.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2022

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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.

Complete and maintain at the center daily time sheets for children with arrival and departure times.

Corrected by Nov 8, 2021

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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).

Complete and maintain at the center a staff records checklist. Ensure that the sponsor/sponsor representative is included.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2022

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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.

Hire and submit documentation required to credential a head teacher.

Corrected by Apr 7, 2022

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

Hire and submit documentation required to credential a program supervisor.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2022

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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, use an outside source to retrain all staff on providing adequate supervision and maintaining safe environments.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2022

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3A:52-5.3(m)(2) · Supplemental evacuation requirements are as follows: cribs, beds, playpens, and cots used for rest or sleep shall be arranged so as to provide access to a three-foot-wide aisle that leads to an unobstructed exit.

Ensure rear egress gate to the street remains unlocked at all times when center is open for operation.

Corrected by May 3, 2021

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3A:52-9.3(f)(6) · Any center may authorize staff members or parents of enrolled children to utilize their own private passenger vehicles to transport children from the center to and from scheduled center field trips, outings, or special events (such as visits to the zoo, library, or museum) or to transport children from the center to a hospital, clinic, or office for medical treatment, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:39-20.1. However, staff members and parents may be authorized to do so only if the center ensures that the driver and additional adults apply the safety practices, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-9.5(a) through (d) and (g) through (m).

Provide a written policy and procedure document to ensure the safe transportation of children, including, but not limited to, ensuring that the children are secured in appropriate restraints.

Corrected by Nov 8, 2021

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3A:52-9.4(a)(2) · If a center uses a Type I School Bus, Type II School Bus, or Type S School Vehicle, the center shall ensure that each driver of such a vehicle possesses a valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) in at least Class B or Class C, with a passenger endorsement, as required by the MVC for the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle, or an out-of-State equivalent license, as approved by the MVC.

Provide the required medical certification document for each of the drivers of the busses.

Corrected by Dec 7, 2021

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3A:52-9.5(i) · The center shall conduct two emergency evacuation drills each year for passengers who ride the Type I or Type II School Bus.

Provide documentation of semi-annual emergency evacuation drills.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2022

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3A:52-9.6(a)(2) · Each center or person providing transportation services, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-9.1(a), shall maintain on file at the center a copy of the insurance policy or documentation of current insurance coverage.

Provide a copy of current insurance coverage on vehicles used to transport children.

Corrected by Dec 7, 2021

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3A:52-9.7(a)(1) · When the center transports children in a vehicle other than a private passenger vehicle, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-9.3(f), or a chartered autobus, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-9.3(g), the center shall maintain on file a record of each child transported.

Maintain a record of each child transported on every vehicle.

Corrected by Dec 7, 2021

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3A:52-9.7(c) · The center shall maintain on file the names and addresses of the person(s) designated as the additional adult(s) and the license numbers of the school bus(es) or vehicle(s) to which they are assigned.

Maintain of file the names and addresses of the persons designated as the additional adults on the busses and the license plate numbers of the school busses to which they are assigned.

Corrected by Dec 7, 2021

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3A:52-9.7(h) · The center shall obtain written authorization from the parent or guardian before transporting a child to or from the center.

Maintain documentation of written authorization from the parent or guardian before transporting a child to or from the center. Ensure the authorization includes the name and phone number of the bus company utilized if applicable.

Corrected by Nov 8, 2021

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3A:52-9.5(c) · The interior and exterior of each vehicle shall be maintained in clean and safe condition, with clear passage to operable doors.

Ensure the bus is maintained in a clean and sanitary manner.

Corrected by Nov 8, 2021

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

Ensure staff know how many children are in their care at all times.

Corrected by Jul 13, 2021

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3A:52-221 · Cease the transportation of children in vehicles which violate MVC and DCF regulations.

Ensure buses follow all MVC and DCF regulations, including having a valid inspection certificate.

Corrected by Nov 8, 2021

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

Ensure staff know how many children are in their care at all times.

Corrected by Jul 13, 2021

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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 adequate /child ratios are maintained at all times. In room 202, there were 13 children aged 3-4 with 1 staff member, where 2 staff were required. In room 301, there were 21 children aged 5-6 with 1 staff member, where 2 staff were required. 7/13/2021 - In room 201, there were 11 children aged 3 years with 1 staff member, where 2 staff were required. 8/2/2021 - In room 201, there were 11 children aged 3 years with 1 staff member, where 2 staff were required.

Corrected by Sep 3, 2021

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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.

Ensure the center informs the Office of Licensing of any major incidents. The center failed to report a bus accident involving 12 children.

Corrected by Nov 8, 2021

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3A:52-5.3(h)(2)(iii)(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 submits documentation to the Office of Licensing and the local department of health of a lead paint risk management plan currently in progress at the center.

Submit an updated lead paint risk assessment to ensure no lead paint hazards were disturbed by center doing construction and removing in a wall in between rooms 302 and 303.

Corrected by Nov 9, 2021

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3A:52-5.3(a)(7) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall be free of rodent or insect infestation and shall take immediate action to remove any infestation that may occur. The center shall maintain on file a record documenting the use of extermination services.

Ensure that the center is free from any insect infestation and provide documentation of exterminator visits/services.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2022

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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 100, there were 16 children aged 5-6 with 1 staff member, where 2 staff were required.

Corrected by Nov 8, 2021

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3A:52-6.8(a)(5) · 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 signed authorization from the parent(s) for emergency medical treatment.

Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a children's records checklist, including signed authorization from the parent for emergency medical treatment.

Corrected by Nov 8, 2021

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3A:52-5.3(h)(2)(iii)(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 submits documentation to the Office of Licensing and the local department of health of a lead paint risk management plan currently in progress at the center.

Submit an updated lead paint risk assessment to ensure no lead paint hazards were disturbed by center doing construction and removing in a wall in between rooms 304 and 305.

Corrected by Nov 9, 2021

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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.

Ensure all rooms approved by the OOL for the children's use are labeled.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2022

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

Ensure that all surfaces are kept clean and in good repair including repairing holes in the walls.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2022

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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.

Per the NJ Department of Health COVID-19 Public Health Recommendations pursuant to Executive Order No. 149, ensure that all health and safety guidelines are adhered to as required, including children over 2 are encouraged to wear masks.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2022

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3A:52-9.5(d) · All vehicles that are utilized to transport children shall be equipped with car seats (child passenger restraint systems) and booster seats that meet Federal motor vehicle safety standards, as appropriate for the age and weight of the children transported, in accordance with applicable provisions of Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) law, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 39:3-76.2a and f or 39:3B-10 and 11, as applicable.

Ensure that all children are transported in seats that meet federal motor vehicle safety standards, including wearing seatbelts as required.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2022

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