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 child's name; the date and time the illness, symptoms of illness or diseases were observed at the center; a description of the symptoms of illness manifested by the child; the action taken by the center to assist: the child who is demonstrating symptoms of illness; and the director in determining if exclusion of the child from the center is necessary; any significant change in the child's symptoms of illness; the date, if applicable, that: the child was removed from the center; the child returned to the center with a note from a health care provider attesting to the child's admissibility to the center and recovery from a reportable disease, as specified in N.J.A.C. 8:57; the child returned to the center with a parent’s note attesting that six days have elapsed since the onset of chicken pox, or that all chicken pox sores have dried and crusted; or the child returned to the center symptom-free.

Maintain an illness log on file at the center that includes: the child's name; symptoms of illness; actions taken by the center; and dates of exclusion and return. Complete and maintain.

3A:52-7.9(a)(1) · Corrected Apr 29, 2025

Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before preparing or serving food; after toileting; after assisting a child in toileting; after caring for a child who appears to be sick; after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions; and after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions. 7.8(d)3- Staff members hands are washed after changing each diaper.

Ensure that staff in room 1 wash their hands with soap and running water as required including before serving snack and blowing children's noses.

3A:52-7.8(a)(4) · Corrected Jun 24, 2025

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 and maintenance of children's daily attendance records, including the daily time of arrival and departure.

Complete and maintain daily time sheets with arrival and departure times for children and staff.

3A:52-4.5(b)(2) · Corrected Aug 11, 2025

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

Ensure tables are washed and disinfected before each meal. Room 1 did not wash and disinfect the table before children ate snack.

3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) · Corrected Jun 24, 2025

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. Water testing has been done and submitted to OOL, but the water assurance form and water checklist are not complete.

3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) · Corrected Jan 6, 2026

The center shall ensure that pacifiers are removed when the children are crawling or walking. 6.3 (a)12. The center shall ensure that these safety and sanitation practices are followed: i. Older infants shall not carry bottles, sippy cups, or regular cups with them while crawling or walking;

Ensure that sippy cups are removed when children walking room 1.

3A:52-6.1(e) · Corrected Jun 24, 2025

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

Ensure that parents are notified immediately when: a child is bitten and the skin is broken; a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head; a child falls from a height greater than the height of the child; or an injury requiring professional medical care occurs. Notification is not being done immediately as required.

3A:52-7.6(a) · Corrected Apr 29, 2025

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.

3A:52-4.5(a)(3) · Corrected Apr 29, 2025

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

Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the sink in room 1 bathroom which is leaking from the faucet.

3A:52-5.3(a)(1) · Corrected Jun 24, 2025

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

Ensure accident reports are completed as required including all required components and a written description is provided by the next operating day upon parental request.

3A:52-7.6(b)(6) · Corrected Apr 29, 2025

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

Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan that includes procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services, and both epi-pens are present when two are required. A named child's epi pen expired 11/24. Ensure a new epi pen is kept on site.

3A:52-7.5(b)(10) · Corrected Jun 24, 2025

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

Ensure that all indoor and outdoor equipment is sturdy, safe, free of hazards and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Teeter totters seen in the multipurpose room are not intended for indoor use on a hard surface. Removed during inspection and violation abated.

3A:52-5.3(p) · Corrected Nov 14, 2023

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. Policy on file expired 6/10/22.

3A:52-3.4(a) · Corrected Feb 26, 2024

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.

3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(1) · Corrected Sep 30, 2022

The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children over the age of 12 months and under the age of five years, the center shall provide for each child a crib that complies with the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC), Federal Safety Standards for Full-Size and Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs; 16 CRF 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at http://www.cpsc.gov/businfo/frnotices/fr11/cribfinal.pdf, playpen, cot, mat, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirements: each cot or mat used for rest and sleep shall be covered with a sheet, blanket or other covering. An additional covering shall be provided for use as a covering for each child.

Ensure that each child is provided with a sheet, blanket or other covering. On the day of the inspection children were observed on their mats without sheets and blankets.

3A:52-6.4(b)(2)(ii) · Corrected Sep 30, 2022

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. Ensure that reasons for immediate and nonimmediate reasons for expulsion.

3A:52-6.8(j)(1) · Corrected Sep 30, 2022

The center shall develop and follow a written policy on the use of social media including, but not limited to the methods and devices the staff use to communicate with the parent.

Ensure that the center's social media policy includes the methods and devices the staff use to communicate with parents, and who posts materials.

3A:52-6.8(k)(4) · Corrected Dec 14, 2022

The center shall maintain on file a written record of each incident resulting in an injury as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(a). These records shall include the following: the name of the injured child.

Complete accident reports as required, including the name of the injured child. Observation of accident reports indicate that only head injuries are being recorded. Ensure all injuries are recorded.

3A:52-7.6(b)(1) · Corrected Dec 14, 2022

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. Submit completed SCR to OOL.

3A:52-4.6(a) · Corrected May 2, 2022

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. Retrain staff on proper supervision, and submit retraining document with staff signatures to OOL.

3A:52-4.8(a)(1) · Corrected Dec 14, 2022

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. Pertains to one staff person.

3A:52-4.10(a)(1) · Corrected May 2, 2022

The center shall develop and follow a written policy on the use of social media including, but not limited to the use of e-mail, text messages, and other electronic means of communication with staff and parents.

Ensure that the center's social media policy includes its policies regarding the use of e-mail, text messages and other electronic means of communication with staff and parents.

3A:52-6.8(k)(2) · Corrected Dec 14, 2022

As a condition of securing a license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) fingerprint background check is completed for himself or herself, and for all staff members at least 18 years of age who are or will be working at the center on a regularly- scheduled basis, to determine whether any such person has been convicted of a crime, as specified in P.L. 2000, c. 77 (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-6.10 to 6.17). The sponsor or sponsor representative and each staff member shall complete the electronic fingerprinting process through the vendor authorized by the State to conduct CHRI background checks through the Division of State Police in the Department of Law and Public Safety and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required. Pertains to one staff person.

3A:52-4.11(a)(1) · Corrected May 2, 2022

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.

Provide a current health certificate as required. Health certificate on file expired 10/31/20

3A:52-5.2(c) · Corrected Feb 22, 2022

The children shall be supervised directly by a staff member at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Toileting procedures shall be supervised by a staff member as appropriate for the ages and developmental needs of the children.

Ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. On the day of the inspection three staff were observed sitting in chairs on the playground while the children in their care were observed climbing the play structure and in areas of the playground in which no staff person could see them. Additionally, there were children playing in another part of the playground in which the staff had their backs turned to them the entire time of the inspection. Ensure staff are properly stationed around the play area in where their backs are not turned to the children in their care and that they are within the line of sight at all times.

3A:52-4.3(a) · Corrected Sep 30, 2022

Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.

Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition. Clean all dusty vents throughout the center.

3A:52-5.3(a)(15) · Corrected Feb 22, 2022

Topics of orientation training shall include understanding center operations, policies and procedures, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(b)3.

Ensure staff are retrained in documenting all injuries and reporting the specific injuries within an immediate time frame to parents.

3A:52-4.8(a)(2) · Corrected May 16, 2019

The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal.

The center uses trays to serve snack and lunch, and for the children to eat from. These trays much be washed with soap and water and then disinfected before being used for snack and lunch.

3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) · Corrected May 16, 2019

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.

3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) · Corrected May 16, 2019

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

3A:52-5.3(l)(4) · Corrected May 16, 2019

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 wet and stained ceiling tiles in the hallway and the kitchen area are changed.

3A:52-5.3(a)(2) · Corrected May 16, 2019

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

Center must ensure that all garbage receptacles that are used to discard food are kept covered at all times.

3A:52-5.3(a)(5)(ii) · Corrected May 16, 2019

The director, sponsor, or sponsor representative shall report the following occurrences to the Office of Licensing by the next working day after the center learns of the occurrence and shall submit documentation to the Office of Licensing within one week of the occurrence of the incident, the death of a child while under the center’s supervision.

Ensure OOL is contacted within the required time frames.

3A:52-7.10(b)(3) · Corrected May 16, 2019

The center shall take immediate necessary action to protect the child from further harm and shall immediately notify the child's parent(s) when a child is bitten and the skin is broken.

Ensure the entire report is completed. Ensure that the time a parent is contacted is documented.

3A:52-7.6(a)(1) · Corrected May 16, 2019

Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before preparing or serving food.

Staff shall ensure that they wash their hands before they prepare snack and lunch even if gloves are chosen to be worn.

3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(i) · Corrected May 16, 2019

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).

3A:52-4.6(a) · Corrected May 16, 2019

The center shall be permitted to obtain a valid fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, and submit a copy of the certificate to the Office of Licensing in lieu of a CO or CCO, if the center serves only children 2 ½ years of age or older and is located in a public school building that is used as a public school.

Ensure that all emergency lighting is functioning.

3A:52-5.2(a)(5) · Corrected May 16, 2019

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 child's name.

Ensure the child's full name is documented.

3A:52-7.9(a)(1)(i) · Corrected May 16, 2019

For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the center shall provide daily outdoor activities at an outdoor play area, park or playground, or on a walk, weather permitting.

Although the playground was covered in snow, the children were not provided with outdoor time. The weather on the day of the inspection was good and not too cold.

3A:52-6.1(g)(1) · Corrected May 16, 2019

The staff member(s) specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5 who are responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of the center's daily activities shall ensure that children have opportunities to choose materials freely and materials are accessible at all times except during lunch and nap time.

Ensure that all required learning areas are available to the children at all times. On the day of the inspection 2 learning area shelves were turned around to the wall and inaccessible to the children.

3A:52-6.1(b)(2) · Corrected May 16, 2019