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3A:52-7.6(a) · (a) The center shall take immediate necessary action to protect the child from further harm and shall immediately notify the child's parent(s) when one of the following occurs while the child is in the center’s care: 1. A child is bitten and the skin is broken; 2. A child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head; 3. A child falls from a height greater than the height of the child; or 4. An injury requiring professional medical care occurs.

Ensure that parents are notified immediately when a child bumps his or her head. A child in room 5 fell backward in their chair hitting their head on the floor. Staff did not notify parents.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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3A:52-6.4(f) · When cribs, playpens, cots, mats or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment are stored with sheets, blankets, or other coverings as single units, at least one item of each unit shall be labeled with child-identifying information. (g) When sheets, blankets and other coverings are not stored with sleeping equipment, each of these items shall be: 1. Labeled for each child; and 2. Stored separately for each child.

Ensure that each child's bedding and sleeping equipment are stored individually and not piles all together and touching in room 9.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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3A:52-6.4(a) · (a) For early childhood programs, the center shall provide opportunities for daily rest and sleep as follows: 2. For children from 13 to 18 months of age, the center shall provide daily rest and sleep according to the child's physical needs and ensure that blankets or pillows do not cover the child's face. 4. For children over the age of 18 months and under the age of four years, the center shall provide: i. Daily rest or sleep for each child who attends the center for four or more consecutive hours; ii. Daily rest or sleep for each child who attends the center for fewer than four consecutive hours, but whose individual physical needs call for a rest period while the child is at the center

Cease the use of blankets for children under 12 months of age in room 4. Ensure sleep sacks are worn by infants sleeping in cribs and not loose in the crib with them. 1-6-25: Cease the use of blankets for children under 12 months of age in room 1.

Corrected by Jan 23, 2026

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3A:52-6.3(a) · 1. Food served to children who are present during normal mealtime hours or required snack periods, as specified in (b) and (c) below, shall be provided either by the child's parent or by the center. 3. If the center chooses to have parents provide food, the center shall have a supply of food at the center for any child whose parent forgets. 4. If the center provides food, the center shall ensure that the food is stored, prepared, and served in a sanitary manner. 5. Staff members shall advise parents of any repetitive feeding problems experienced by their child. 6. Staff members shall not force-feed or coerce a child to eat against his or her will. 9. Centers that provide meals shall ensure that: i. For children on special diets (for example, due to health reasons, religious belief or parental request), an alternative choice of food is provided by either the center or the child's parent; and ii. Individualized written diets and feeding schedules, if submitted to the center by the child's parent or health care provider, are posted in a location that is accessible to staff members caring for the children, and are followed. 10. The center shall have a supply of food at the center and shall serve a snack to any child who is hungry or has missed a meal. iii. Food left uneaten in a dish shall be discarded; iv. Food shall not be shared among children using the same dish or spoon; and v. Unused portions of food shall be labeled with the child's name, date, and type of food. The food shall be stored in the refrigerator, returned to the parent, or discarded with the parent's consent. All unused food shall be discarded if not consumed by the end of the day.

Ensure that bottles are stored in a sanitary manner. In room 9, a used bottle was mixed in with toys and bottles were being stored in a bin touching other bottles with no caps.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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3A:52-6.1(f) · Prepare and maintain on file a written outline of the center's daily activities

Ensure that a written outline of daily activities is maintained on file.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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

Ensure accident reports are completed as required including all required components and a written description is provided by the next operating day upon parental request. A child in room 5 fell backward in their chair hitting their head on the floor and staff did not complete an accident report.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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3A:52-7.5(b)(10) · (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 children requiring Epi-pens have a special care plan on file at the center, all medications are onsite at the center, medications are not expired and both Epi-pens are onsite when required. 1-6-26: Ensure the parent signature is on children's care plans.

Corrected by Jan 23, 2026

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3A:52-6.4(b)(1) · 1. For children 12 months of age and younger, 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 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirements: i. Each cot used for children between 13 and 18 months of age shall not exceed 14 inches above the floor level. iii. Each mat used for rest and sleep shall be: (1) Placed on a surface that is warm, dry, clean and draft-free; (2) Water-repellent; (3) At least one inch thick; and (4) Stored so that there is no contact with the sleeping surface of another mat, or disinfected after each use, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-

Repair and/or replace sleeping equipment that is in disrepair. Remove or repair the broken crib in room 7.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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3A:52-6.4(a)(1) · 1. For children 12 months of age and younger, the center shall ensure that each child is initially placed in a face-up sleeping position unless a different position is indicated in writing by the child's health care provider.

Ensure children under 12 months of age are initially placed in a face-up sleeping position in room 4. 1-6-25: Ensure children under 12 months of age are initially placed in a face-up sleeping position in room 1.

Corrected by Jan 23, 2026

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3A:52-6.1(g)(3) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: centers serving children 18 months of age and older shall provide at least five types of children's daily activities including, but not limited to, language; science and mathematics; manipulative; large muscle; building; art; music; drama; or other comparable activities; and at least five types of supplies and equipment for each daily activity chosen by the center.

Ensure rooms 6 and 7 are set up with the required supplies or removed from the center's license.

Corrected by Jan 23, 2026

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

Ensure that sinks throughout the center have a supply of warm water that does not exceed 110 degrees.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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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.

Arrange cribs, cots, and sleeping equipment to provide access to an unobstructed 3-foot wide aisle that leads to an exit in room 3.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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3A:52-5.3(b)(7) · Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11.

Ensure that children do not have access to exposed tarp in the outdoor play area.

Corrected by Jan 23, 2026

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

Repair the hole in the building wall in the outdoor play area.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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

Ensure that cords and wires are inaccessible to the children including phone cords and bottle warmers in rooms 4, 8 and 9.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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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.

Ensure that diaper creams are inaccessible to the children in rooms 2 and 8.

Corrected by Nov 25, 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 area rugs throughout the center are cleaned. Ensure the floors are cleaned in rooms 5 and 9. Ensure staples are removed from the floor in room 9 and 11. Ensure the large amount of loose staples are removed from the walls in room 5. Repair the walls in room 8 and 9. Ensure the room 11 bathroom floor is cleaned and free of an excessive amount of paper towels.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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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 3, there were 20 children ages 10 months to 2 years with 4 staff when 5 staff were needed.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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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 that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care. In room 4, staff stated they had 11 children but only 10 were present.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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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. 1. At least one staff member shall be physically present in the room or area in which children are napping and shall be able to summon other staff members without leaving the room or area. 3. Naptime preparations shall have been completed and all children 18 months or above are resting or sleeping, while all children under 18 months of age are sleeping.

Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times. In room 5, children were napping behind toy shelves and in corners were staff could not see them. In room 5, the music was too loud for staff to hear children during naptime. In room 3, children were napping in the back corner behind other cribs where staff could not see them. In room 9, children were moving couches and standing up on them without staff intervening. 1-6-26: In room 9, children were napping behind a couch were staff could not see them. 1-6-26: In room 5, a child was standing on a chair playing the sink.

Corrected by Jan 23, 2026

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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. 7 CHRI clearances needed. 1-6-26: 2 CHRI clearances needed. 1-23-26: 2 CHRI clearances needed. 2-25-26: 1 CHRI clearance needed.

Corrected by Mar 6, 2026

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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.

Maintain on file a current Staff Records Checklist which includes all applicable dates and all components of the checklist are on file at the center.

Corrected by Apr 13, 2026

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3A:52-7.9(a)(1) · 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 return date of the child to the center.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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3A:52-4.5(b)(2) · 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 throughout the center.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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3A:52-4.4(a)(2) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply for infants (under 18 months of age) and toddlers (18 months to 2½ years of age):a group shall consist of four infants or six toddlers to whom a primary caregiver has been assigned.

Ensure that a primary caregiver is assigned to each group of four infants or six toddlers.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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3A:52-4.10(b)(1) · 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. Until the results of the CARI background check for a new staff member have been received from the Department, the center shall ensure oversight of the new staff member by another staff member, and ensure that person is not left alone to supervise a child or group of children.

Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required. There are 5 needed.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) · Tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal.

Ensure tables are washed and disinfected before each meal and all manufacturer instructions for disinfecting products are followed. 1-23-26: Tables in room 8 were not washed before children sat down to eat breakfast.

Corrected by Feb 10, 2026

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3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(ii) · The following items shall be washed and disinfected at least daily: (1) Toilets and toilet seats; (2) Sinks and sink faucets; (3) Drinking fountains; (4) Water table and water play equipment; (5) Play tables; and (6) Smooth surfaced non-porous floors in areas used by children.

Ensure that toys and kitchen sets which are heavily soiled or chipping are cleaned or repaired throughout the center.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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

Ensure boppy pillows are not used in cribs. Ensure children are not wearing bibs while sleeping in cribs.

Corrected by Jan 23, 2026

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3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(i) · Each crib or playpen shall be equipped with: a firm, waterproof, snugly fitting mattress; a clean, snugly fitting sheet; top rails that are at least 19 inches above the mattress and slats that are not more than 2 3/8 inches apart.

Ensure that bibs other item are not being attached to cribs. Ensure crib sheets are firm fitting in room 1.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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3A:52-6.3(b)(4)(iv) · Centers that provide meals shall ensure that lunch and dinner for each child include the following meat, poultry, fish or a protein alternative; fruits or vegetables; bread or bread products; milk, juice or water. Centers that provide snacks shall ensure that the snack includes one juice, milk, or fruit and one food supplement selected from the lunch and dinner choices specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.3(b)4iv, except on special occasions, such as holidays and birthdays.

Ensure that all meals and snacks provided by the center include all required components.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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

Ensure the diaper pads and tables are cleaned and free of rips in rooms 3. Ensure children do not have access to the screw on the diaper table in room 9. Ensure items are not stored on the diaper table in room 9 where an area rug from the floor was on top of the table.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(i)(1) · diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, staff members shall ensure that each child's diaper is changed when wet or soiled; staff member shall ensure each child's bottom is washed and dried during each diaper change with an individual disposable wash cloth, paper towel, or disposable diaper wipes.

Ensure that children's diapers are changed as required. Diapers were not being documented on classroom logs and diaper changing was not being observed.

Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) · Feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: for bottles, each child's bottle(s) shall be labeled with the child's name and dated.

Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date throughout the center.

Corrected by Jan 23, 2026

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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.

Ensure highchairs seats have the proper covers and rusted screws are not exposed to children.

Corrected by Jan 23, 2026

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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 that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care. Staff in room 8 stated they had 16 children however only 15 were present.

Corrected by Feb 10, 2026

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3A:52-7.8(a)(4) · 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 wash their hands with soap and running water as required including before serving food, before making bottles, and after wiping noses.

Corrected by Feb 10, 2026

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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 all center staff are re-trained on proper hand washing. Staff were observed wiping noses, making bottles, and feeding children without washing hands only wearing gloves.

Corrected by Apr 13, 2026

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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 the exit doors leading out of the back of room 1 are repaired. There is a large open gap between the doors where cold air is blowing into the room creating very cold temperatures.

Corrected by Feb 25, 2026

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

Ensure children are not walking with bottles in room 7.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

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3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(i)(2) · The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, 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 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that each crib or playpen shall be equipped with a clean, snugly fitting sheet.

Ensure that all cribs and playpens are equipped with all of the required components, including a clean, snugly fitting sheets in rooms 1 and 4.

Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

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3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: for bottles, each child's bottle(s) shall be labeled with the child's name and dated.

Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date throughout the center.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

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3A:52-6.3(a)(12)(ii) · All centers shall comply with the following requirements, the center shall ensure that these safety and sanitation practices are followed: sippy cups shall be labeled with the child’s name.

Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name.

Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

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3A:52-6.4(b)(2)(iii)(4) · 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 mat used for rest and sleep shall be stored so that there is no contact with the sleeping surface of another mat, or disinfected after each use, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)1.

Ensure that toy storage is not kept on top of children's sleeping cots with sheets in room 7.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

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3A:52-7.3(a)(2) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: for each child not enrolled in a public or private school, upon admission, the center shall maintain on file at the center a Universal Child Health Record (Department of Health Form CH-14) or its equivalent, updated annually, along with an immunization record, and a special care plan, if applicable. A 30-day grace period is permitted in N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.5(e)

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

Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

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3A:52-7.5(b)(10) · 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: 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 that the center maintains children's special care plans on file at the center and all required medications listed on the care plans are kept onsite at the center including Epi Pens and inhalers.

Corrected by Mar 26, 2024

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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 staff designated to perform health care procedures are trained in doing so and that at least two staff members at the center have received the training.

Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

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3A:52-7.6(b)(1) · The center shall maintain on file a written record of each incident resulting in an injury as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(a). These records shall include the following: the name of the injured child.

Complete accident reports as required, which include the time of notification to parents and ensure parents are immediately notified as required.

Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

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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 the bathroom plumbing is free of rust in rooms 10 and 11.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

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3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(i) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: in addition to the items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use, toilet training chairs and potty seats that have first been emptied into a toilet.

Ensure that the center washes and disinfects toilet training chairs and potty seats after each use and seats are bot left with urine in them in room 8.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

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3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: in addition to the items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use, diapering surfaces.

Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces using a 2 step process after each use throughout the center.

Corrected by Mar 26, 2024

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3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(v) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: in addition to the items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use, bottles, nipples, and other feeding equipment.

Ensure that the center washes and disinfects cups used by children and provided by the center. Staff stated colored sippy cups were being rinsed out each day and re-used.

Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

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

Ensure that staff wash their hands after coming into contact with nasal excretions or other bodily fluids.

Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

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

Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water after diaper changes as required.

Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

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3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(ii) · Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed.

Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after using the toilet or having their diaper changed.

Corrected by Mar 26, 2024

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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.

Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a children's records checklist, including the child's name, address, birth date and date of enrollment.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

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3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(ii)(3) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, diapering area and surface requirements are as follows, the diapering surface shall be flat, smooth, clean, dry, non-absorbent, and in good repair.

Ensure that diapering surfaces are flat, smooth, clean, dry, non-absorbent and in good repair in room 4 where the diapering pad is ripped.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

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3A:52-7.9(a)(1) · 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

Maintain an illness log on file at the center and ensure that it contains all of the required components and is completed each time a child goes home sick.

Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

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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.

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

Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

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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 that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center. 12-18-23: In room 4, staff had to count the number of children present. 12-18-23: In room 6, staff had to count the number of children present. 12-18-23: In room 7, staff stated they had 14 children, but 13 children were present. 12-18-23: In room 9, staff stated they had 12 children, but 12 children were present. 12-18-23: In room 8, staff stated they had 18 children but 16 children were present. 2-1-24: In room 4, staff stated they had 14 children but 15 children were present. 2-1-24: In room 1, staff stated they had 10 children but 11 children were present.

Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

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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. Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required for the center's license renewal. 3-26-24: 2 clearances needed.

Corrected by Apr 16, 2024

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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 8, there were 16 children age 3 with 1 staff when 2 staff were needed. 2-1-24: In room 3 there were 17 children ages 18-24 months, with 2 staff when 3 staff were needed. 3-5-24: In room 1, there were 14 children ages 6weeks to 7 months with 3 staff when 4 staff were needed. 3-5-24: In room 3A, there were 19 children ages 12 to 18 months with 4 staff when 5 staff were needed. 3-5-24: In room 4, there were 19 children age 8 to 18 months with 4 staff when 5 staff were needed.

Corrected by Mar 26, 2024

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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 that infants on the floor for tummy time are directly supervised at all times. 2-1-24: Infants in room 1 were on floor for tummy time unsupervised.

Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

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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. 2-1-24: There are 21 CARI clearances missing.

Corrected by Mar 26, 2024

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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 Mar 5, 2024

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3A:52-2.4(a)(13) · The Office of Licensing may deny an application or suspend, revoke, or refuse to renew a license or a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval for good cause, including failure to comply with the provisions of P.L. 1998, c. 35, which prohibit smoking in child care centers, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(d).

Post a sign in a prominent location prohibiting smoking during the center's operating hours.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

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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 Mar 5, 2024

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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 Mar 5, 2024

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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 May 28, 2024

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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 Mar 5, 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.

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

Corrected by Mar 26, 2024

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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.

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

Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

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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. Water is coming into classrooms through the back doors and creating large puddles of water on the floors.

Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

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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.

Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children.

Corrected by Dec 18, 2023

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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 all ceiling vents are cleaned and free of dust in bathrooms and classrooms.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

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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.

Ensure the doors in classrooms which lead to outside are not taped with duct tape.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

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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 that children's bottles are not being made with hot water from a water cooler which is too hot. 2-1-24: Water from urns being used to make bottles was 165 degrees.

Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

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3A:52-6.1(g)(3) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: centers serving children 18 months of age and older shall provide at least five types of children's daily activities including, but not limited to, language; science and mathematics; manipulative; large muscle; building; art; music; drama; or other comparable activities; and at least five types of supplies and equipment for each daily activity chosen by the center.

Ensure that classrooms that care for children over 18 months of age provide at least five different activity areas and that each area contains at least five different types of supplies and equipment.

Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

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

Ensure that hot tap water does not exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit at sinks throughout the center. 2-1-24: The hot water was completely turned off and the center did not have a supply of warm water.

Corrected by Mar 26, 2024

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3A:52-6.1(b)(2) · 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 materials are accessible to the children at all times, except during lunch and nap time throughout the center.

Corrected by Feb 1, 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.

Ensure that the center complies with the licensed capacity of the classrooms at all times throughout the center. In room 5, there were 20 children in attendance when the room capacity is for 19 children.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

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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 May 28, 2024

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

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

Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

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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 Mar 5, 2024

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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 Feb 1, 2024

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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 Mar 5, 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.

Secure the ceiling tiles that are coming down or missing in rooms 7, 5, and 4.

Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

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

Provide a lid for garbage cans in classrooms throughout the center.

Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

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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.

Provide a bolt cover for the toilet in room 7.

Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

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3A:52-4.10(b)(2) · 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. Until the results of the CARI background check for a new staff member have been received from the Department, the center shall ensure oversight of the new staff member by another staff member, and ensure that person is not left alone to supervise a child or group of children.

Ensure that all staff who do not have a completed CARI and CHRI background check and orientation training are directly supervised by another staff member. The staff in room 10 was alone with children without the required background clearances and orientation training.

Corrected by Mar 5, 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 screw sticking out from under the room 2 sink is inaccessible to children.

Corrected by Mar 26, 2024

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3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(ii) · The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, 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 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that sleeping equipment shall be free of pillows and soft bedding, including, but not limited to bumper pads, when occupied by a sleeping child.

Remove all blankets from cribs for children under 12 months of age.

Corrected by Mar 26, 2024

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3A:52-6.4(b)(1) · The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, 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 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that

Ensure that children who come into the center sleeping in strollers are immediately placed in the proper sleeping equipment.

Corrected by Mar 26, 2024

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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.

Submit or upload to the NJCCIS File Cabinet the cleared CHRIs for all staff. Center is missing CHRIs for 15 staff members. 11/22/21- One missing CHRI.

Corrected by Dec 14, 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

Center shall ensure staff child ratios are maintained at all times. The following rooms were out of ratio: Rm1-10 infants under 18 months with 2 staff (3 staff needed to maintain ratio) Rm3-20 infants under 18 months with 4 staff (5 staff needed to maintain ratio) Rm4-11 infants under 18 months with 2 staff (3 staff needed to maintain ratio) Rm 7-9 toddlers under 30 months with 1 staff (2 staff needed to maintain ratio) Rm7-8 toddlers under 30 months with 1 staff (2 staff needed to maintain ratio) Rm9-15 toddlers under 30 months with 2 staff (3 staff needed to maintain ratio) Rm11-8 infants under 18 months with 1 staff (2 staff needed to maintain ratio)

Corrected by Aug 9, 2021

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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 CARIs for newly hired staff are completed within the first 2 weeks of hire. Center is missing 5 initial CARIs.

Corrected by Aug 9, 2021

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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 all staff complete new CARIs for the renewal. Center is missing 24 CARIs. 11/22/21- Two renewal CARIs are missing.

Corrected by Dec 14, 2021

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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.

Submit or upload to the NJCCIS File Cabinet the staff's daily attendance from the past 2 weeks.

Corrected by Oct 31, 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.

Submit or upload to the NJCCIS File Cabinet the children's daily attendance from the past 2 weeks.

Corrected by Oct 31, 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).

Submit or upload to the NJCCIS File Cabinet a completed Staff Records Checklist. 11/22/21- Staff Records Checklist is missing medical clearances and Mantoux results for staff 2/8/22-Center needs to upload a complete and current Staff Records Checklist.

Corrected by Feb 22, 2022

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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 or upload to the NJCCIS File Cabinet the educational credentials for the Head Teachers. 11/22/21-Submit or upload to the NJCCIS File cabinet the educational credentials for all credentialed staff. 2/8/22-Center needs to submit or upload to the NJCCIS File cabinet, the educational credentials for the group teachers and head teachers listed on the Table of Organization.

Corrected by Feb 22, 2022

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3A:52-4.8(g)(3) · The center shall maintain on file documentation of the date, time, topic, presenter, and attendance for all staff development and orientation completed by center staff members. The center shall record each staff member’s completion of staff development and orientation on the Staff Records Checklist, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(b).

Submit or upload to the NJCCIS File Cabinet the orientation dates for those missing on the Staff Records Checklist. The center is missing orientation training for 7 employees.

Corrected by Oct 31, 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, the center shall ensure that all information collected is logged onto OOL's daily Log of Entry Health Screenings and Attendance Form. • “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:52-5.3(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.

Submit or upload to the NJCCIS File Cabinet the CPR certificates for at least 2 employees. The ones submitted have expired.

Corrected by Jul 9, 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 or upload to the NJCCIS File Cabinet the center's fire drill log from the past 90 days. Center is missing a fire drill from April.

Corrected by Jun 23, 2021

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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.

Submit or upload to the NJCCIS File Cabinet a copy of the center's NJ DCF Drinking Water Checklist and Statement of Assurance along with the documentation that the center completed water testing conducted by a NJ DEP certified lab.

Corrected by Nov 1, 2021

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

Ensure the diaper changing table in room 4 is washed then disinfected after each diaper changed.

Corrected by Oct 19, 2021

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3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(ii) · Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed.

Ensure the infants in room 4 immediately wash their hands with soap and running water after having their diaper changed.

Corrected by Oct 19, 2021

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3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(ii) · Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after toileting.

Ensure the staff in room 4 immediately wash their hands with soap and running water after changing infants diapers.

Corrected by Oct 19, 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 or upload to the NJCCIS File Cabinet the center's comprehensive general liability insurance policy.

Corrected by Jul 21, 2021

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3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(ii)(2) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, diapering area and surface requirements are as follows, the diapering area shall be within 15 feet of a sink that is not used for food preparation.

Ensure the diaper changing stations are within 15 feet of a sink that is not used for food prep in rooms 4, 7 and 11.

Corrected by Jul 9, 2021

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

Ensure all pacifier straps are removed when the children are at the center.

Corrected by Jul 9, 2021

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3A:52-6.4(b)(1) · The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, 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 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that

Ensure children in rooms 1 and 4 are promptly removed from car seats or strollers when they come into the center. Also children should not be sleeping in car seats or strollers.

Corrected by Aug 9, 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, the center shall ensure that masks are worn by staff at all times, unless they are eating or drinking.

Corrected by Aug 9, 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 the staff are aware of the number of children in their care at all times. In room 11, the staff stated their were 11 children and 12 were present.

Corrected by Aug 9, 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 are aware of the number of children in their care at all times. In room 6, staff stated there were 13 children, multiple times and 15 children were present.

Corrected by Aug 9, 2021

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3A:52-6.1(b)(4) · 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 both staff-directed and child-selected activities are provided.

Center needs to provide a mixture of activities that are both child selected and staff directed. Children in rooms 7, 8 and 9 (as per the daily schedule on the wall) were not given the choice to participate in different activities. Also the classrooms are lacking sufficient activities in the required 5 areas of learning.

Corrected by Oct 19, 2021

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3A:52-4.10(b)(2) · 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. Until the results of the CARI background check for a new staff member have been received from the Department, the center shall ensure oversight of the new staff member by another staff member, and ensure that person is not left alone to supervise a child or group of children.

Ensure children are supervised by staff who are over 18 years old, with cleared CARI and CHRI certificates and completed orientation training. Room 2 had 2 staff present who were under 18 years old.

Corrected by Sep 14, 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.

Cease use of blow up water slide on the playground, or provide compliance documentation.

Corrected by Aug 9, 2021

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3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(ii) · The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, 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 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that sleeping equipment shall be free of pillows and soft bedding, including, but not limited to bumper pads, when occupied by a sleeping child.

Ensure soft bedding is removed from cribs/pack and plays while children under 12 months are sleeping. In room 4, a child was sleeping in a crib with a blanket over his head.

Corrected by Aug 9, 2021

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3A:52-6.8(e)(4) · The center may utilize a blanket permission slip for taking children on walks only if the walk involves no entrance into a facility unless the facility has been indicated on the blanket permission slip.

Ensure walking permission slips are current and the children do not enter into another location while on a walking trip.

Corrected by Aug 13, 2021

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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 the center supplies age appropriate equipment for the children within their care. School aged children were sitting on preschool size chairs at preschool size tables.

Corrected by Aug 9, 2021

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3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(viii) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: when a child is bottle-feeding while resting, the bottle shall be removed when the child falls asleep.

Ensure infants who are drinking bottles while lying down have their bottles removed from their mouth once they have fallen asleep. In room 1, a child was sleeping with a bottle hanging out of their mouth.

Corrected by Aug 9, 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.

Center staff and sponsor rep were non-complying when asked where additional children who were signed in for the day were located. Sponsor Rep kept stating the children signed in were on the centers waiting list, however 18 boys and 2 staff were checked in for the day, but were not present at the center.

Corrected by Aug 9, 2021

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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 the daily schedule of activities is followed. In room 11, according tot he daily schedule on the wall, the children who were not in their room for over 1.5 hours should have been learning or playing sports.

Corrected by Aug 9, 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.

Ensure food is not stored in cubbies. In room 6, food was in the children's cubbies.

Corrected by Aug 9, 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 the electrical cords are removed from the playground. Children had access to the electrical cord and the cord to the non-compliant waterslide.

Corrected by Aug 9, 2021

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3A:52-5.3(a)(5)(iv) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: garbage receptacles shall be maintained in a sanitary manner.

Ensure garbage cans are not placed on top of shelves, where they can be knocked off.

Corrected by Aug 9, 2021

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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 supervised at all times. A child was found on top of a temporary elevated metal platform (approx. 3 ft above the ground), while the classroom staff were not watching.

Corrected by Aug 9, 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 the staff in room 3 are aware of the number of children in their care at all times. Teachers said their were 18 children in care and 19 children were present.

Corrected by Oct 19, 2021

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3A:52-4.4(a)(4) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply for infants (under 18 months of age) and toddlers (18 months to 2½ years of age): if more than 12 infants or 20 toddlers occupy an individual room or a specific area within a large room, areas for up to 12 infants or 20 toddlers shall be defined by visible barriers, partitions, or any other room dividers or separations having a height above the eye level of the children who use those areas.

Ensure the large infant area in room 3 is not occupying more than 12 infants at a time. Nineteen infants were in one area of room 3.

Corrected by Sep 14, 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.

Ensure the children are only sleeping on 1 crib mattress per crib. In the infant rooms, infants were sleeping on multiple mattresses stacked in the cribs.

Corrected by Sep 14, 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.

Room 9 is licensed for 19 children and had 20 children present at the time of the visit. Center needs to ensure they do not exceed the licensed room capacities.

Corrected by Oct 19, 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, the center shall ensure that masks are worn by staff at all times, unless they are eating or drinking. 12/14/21- Center needs to ensure all staff wear masks at all times. Multiple staff were not wearing masks during the inspection. 2/8/22- Center needs to ensure all staff wear masks at all times. Multiple staff in rooms 1 and 4 were not wearing masks during the inspection.

Corrected by Feb 22, 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

Center shall ensure staff child ratios are maintained at all times. The following rooms were out of ratio: Rm1-11 infants under 18 months with 2 staff (3 staff needed to maintain ratio) Rm2-11 3 year olds with 1 staff member (2 staff needed to maintain ratio) Rm3-20 infants under 18 months with 4 staff (5 staff needed to maintain ratio) Rm9-20 children present (12 infants under 18 months and 8 toddlers under 30 months) with 2 staff (5 staff needed to maintain ratio) as of 10/19/21 Rm3- 21 infants under 18 months with 3 staff members (6 staff needed to maintain ratios). Rm 4- 13 infants under 18 months with 3 staff members (4 staff needed to maintain ratios). Rm 7- 12 toddlers between 18-30 months with 1 staff member (2 staff needed to maintain ratios). Rm 9- 3 infants under 18 months and 11 toddlers under 30 months with 2 staff members (3 staff needed to maintain ratios). 11/22/21- Room 3A- 10 children 12-18 months old with 2 staff members wherein 3 staff members are needed for ratio. Room 3B-11 children under 18 months old with 2 staff members wherein 3 staff members are needed for ratio. Room 4-9 children under 18 months old with 2 staff members wherein 3 staff members are needed for ratio. Room 5-12 children over 30 months and 5 children over 18 months with 2 staff members wherein 3 staff members are needed for ratio. Room 8- 5 children under 12 months with 1 staff member wherein 2 staff members are needed for ratio. Room 9- 3 children under 18 months old and 11 children over 18 months old with 2 staff members wherein 3 staff members are needed for ratio. 12/14/21 Room 3B-11 children under 18 months old with 2 staff members wherein 3 staff members are needed for ratio. Room 9- 13 children between 18 and 30 months with 2 staff members wherein 3 staff members are needed for ratio. 2/8/22- Room 4- 8 children under 18 months old with 1 staff member wherein 2 staff members are needed for ratio. Room 8- 5 children under 18 months old with 1 staff member wherein 2 staff members are needed for ratio. 2/22/22- Room 4- 7 children under 18 months old with 1 staff member wherein 2 staff members are needed for ratio. Room 3A- 13 children 12-18 months old with 3 staff members wherein 4 staff members are needed for ratio. Room 3B-13 children under 18 months old with 2 staff members wherein 4 staff members are needed for ratio. 3/15/22- Room 4- 8 children 0-12 months with 1 staff member wherein 2 staff members are needed for ratio. Room 3A- 15 children (8 12-18months and 7 18months to 2.5) with 2 staff wherein 4 staff members are needed for ratio. Room 3B- 9 children ages 12-18months with 1 staff member wherein 3 staff were needed. 4/1/22- Room 1- 10 children ages 0-12m with 2 staff members when 3 staff were needed. Room 3B- 10 children ages 12-18 months with 1 staff member when 3 staff were needed. Room 4- 8 children ages 6 weeks to 13 months with 1 staff member when 2 staff were needed. Room 7- 11 children ages 2.5-3 years with 1 staff member when 2 staff were needed. Room 9 - 15 children ages 18-24m with 2 staff members when 3 were needed. 4/12/22- Room 3B- 10 children ages 12-18 months with 1 staff at the time of inspectors arrival the when 3 staff where needed. Room 4- 7 children under 12 months were with 1 staff at the time of inspectors arrival when 2 staff were needed.

Corrected by May 17, 2022

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

Ensure the children refrain from walking around room 3 with pacifiers ion their mouths.

Corrected by Oct 19, 2021

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3A:52-6.4(b)(1) · The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, 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 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that

Ensure children in rooms 1 are promptly removed from car seats or strollers when they come in to the center. Also children should not be sleeping in car seats or strollers.

Corrected by Oct 19, 2021

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

Ensure pacifier straps are removed when the children are present at the center.

Corrected by Nov 22, 2021

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3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(ii) · The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, 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 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that sleeping equipment shall be free of pillows and soft bedding, including, but not limited to bumper pads, when occupied by a sleeping child.

Ensure soft bedding is removed from cribs/pack and plays while children under 12 months are sleeping. In room 1, multiple children were sleeping in a crib with a blankets and sleep sacks that were not on the children but covering them as blankets.

Corrected by Oct 19, 2021

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3A:52-6.4(a)(1) · For early childhood programs, the center shall provide opportunities for daily rest and sleep as follows: for children 12 months of age and younger, the center shall ensure that each child is initially placed in a face-up sleeping position unless a different position is indicated in writing by the child's health care provider.

Ensure that children under 12 months of age are placed in a face-up position in their sleeping equipment. Staff in room 1 indicated they sometimes place infants down on their stomachs, regardless if they can roll. Multiple young infants were observed sleeping on their stomachs.

Corrected by Dec 14, 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 blankets in cribs do not cover the face of a child while they are in their crib. An infant, who was awake, was in a crib with a blanket partially covering its face and when OOL asked the staff in the room to remove the blanket from the crib, she covered the body of the child and tucked it under the child. The staff was again instructed to remove the blanket completely.

Corrected by May 26, 2021

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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 a director designee for whenever the director is not present at the center and ensure that the director designee does not have full-time classroom responsibilities during the times the director is not at the center. On 2/8/22- no Director or Director Designee was present at the center.

Corrected by Feb 22, 2022

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3A:52-6.4(a)(3) · For early childhood programs, the center shall provide opportunities for daily rest and sleep as follows: swaddling of children during rest and sleep is prohibited.

Cease swaddling infants. In room 8, a child was in a swaddler. Teacher was instructed to remove the swaddler immediately.

Corrected by Mar 15, 2022

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3A:52-6.4(b)(1) · The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, 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 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that

Ensure that all cribs used by the center comply with the CPSC Federal Safety Standards. In room 4, 2 infants were sleeping in car seat strollers.

Corrected by Feb 22, 2022

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3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(ii) · The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, 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 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that sleeping equipment shall be free of pillows and soft bedding, including, but not limited to bumper pads, when occupied by a sleeping child.

Ensure that sleeping equipment is free of pillows, soft bedding, bumpers and other hazards when occupied by a sleeping child. In room 4, 2 infants under 12 months old, were sleeping in their cribs with blankets over their faces. Teachers were instructed to remove the blankets immediately from the cribs.

Corrected by Feb 22, 2022

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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 that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. In room 3B, 1 staff was standing between the play area and highchairs however at times this staff would go behind the divider leaving children in the play area unsupervised.

Corrected by Apr 1, 2022

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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 that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center. Staff in room 1 stated they had 9 children however 10 children were present.

Corrected by Apr 12, 2022

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3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(ii) · The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, 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 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that sleeping equipment shall be free of pillows and soft bedding, including, but not limited to bumper pads, when occupied by a sleeping child.

Ensure children are removed from snow suits prior to being placed in the crib and soft objects are not covering their faces. A child age 6 weeks, was placed in a crib with a fleece snow suit on and the hood was covering their face.

Corrected by Apr 12, 2022

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3A:52-6.4(b)(1) · The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, 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 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that

Ensure children in rooms 1 are promptly removed from car seats or strollers when they come into the center. Also children should not be sleeping in car seats or strollers. 4/12/22- Ensure children in room 1 are promptly removed from car seats or strollers when they come into the center.

Corrected by May 17, 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.

Center is missing 1 CHRI for a new staff member.

Corrected by Aug 21, 2020

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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 the teachers are aware of the number of children in their care at all times. In room 3, when asked the teacher stated she had 7 infants in her care and there were 8 present.

Corrected by Jan 30, 2020

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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 ratios are maintained at all times. In room 1, there were 15 infants under 18 months and 3 staff members, wherein 4 were needed to maintain ratio.

Corrected by Jul 15, 2020

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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.

Center is missing 6 CARI's for newly hired staff.

Corrected by Jan 30, 2020

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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 directly supervised and not climbing on bookshelves in room 9.

Corrected by Jan 30, 2020

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3A:52-4.7(a)(1) · The center shall meet the following requirements for orientation training: the center shall ensure that all newly-hired staff receive orientation training within two weeks of hire and that no individual is left alone to supervise a child or group of children until orientation training is completed.

Ensure the staff member in room 2 is not left alone to supervise children until she completes the staff orientation and has a cleared CARI and CHRI on file at the center.

Corrected by Jan 30, 2020

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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).

Center must have a completed Staff Records Checklist at the center.

Corrected by Aug 21, 2020

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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.

Center needs to ensure the completion of the sign in/ out daily.

Corrected by Jul 14, 2020

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3A:52-5.3(a)(5)(ii) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: garbage receptacles shall be covered in a secure manner.

Ensure the garbage cans in room 1 has a lid if it contains food.

Corrected by Feb 21, 2020

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3A:52-4.9(a) · The sponsor, sponsor representative, director, or any staff member shall verbally notify the State Central Registry Hotline (1-877 NJ ABUSE/1-877-652-2873) immediately whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect by a staff member, or any other adult, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.9, 8.10, 8.13 and 8.14.

Ensure all life sustaining medication is accompanied by a Special Care Plan and present at the center when the child is present.

Corrected by Feb 21, 2020

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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.

Corrected by Jan 30, 2020

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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.

Provide a current Life Hazard Registration Certificate.

Corrected by Sep 2, 2020

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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 the vents are maintained free of dust and debris in room 5.

Corrected by Feb 21, 2020

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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 the chipping walls in room 2.

Corrected by Feb 21, 2020

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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.

Repair the chipping walls in room 3.

Corrected by Jan 30, 2020

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

Repair the chipping walls in room 4.

Corrected by Jan 30, 2020

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3A:52-4.8(e) · Directors shall complete staff development in understanding licensing regulations as provided by the Office of Licensing within 90 days of hire. Such staff development may be included in the required 20 hours of staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(d).

Center Director needs to attend an Understanding Licensing Class, presented by the OOL.

Corrected by Aug 21, 2020

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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.

Remove the broken toy strollers in room 7.

Corrected by Jan 30, 2020

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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.

Center needs to submit documentation for the new Director.

Corrected by Feb 21, 2020

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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.

Remove the garbage from the playground.

Corrected by Sep 2, 2020

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3A:52-5.3(b)(7) · Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11.

Ensure the playground surfacing is maintained and no landscaping paper is exposed.

Corrected by Sep 2, 2020

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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.

Provide documentation of a lockdown drill.

Corrected by Feb 21, 2020

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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 the room capacity in room 5 does not exceed 19. During the inspection, there were 20 children present in the room.

Corrected by Jan 30, 2020

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3A:52-6.1(b)(2) · 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 the toy shelves in room 4 are not turned so that the children do not have access to the contents.

Corrected by Jan 30, 2020

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

Ensure the tables are first washed then disinfected (2 Step Process) before snack in room 5.

Corrected by Sep 2, 2020

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3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(ii) · The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, 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 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that sleeping equipment shall be free of pillows and soft bedding, including, but not limited to bumper pads, when occupied by a sleeping child.

Remove all blankets and soft bedding while the children under 12 months of age are sleeping in cribs in room 3.

Corrected by Feb 21, 2020

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3A:52-6.3(a)(4) · All centers shall comply with the following requirements, if the center provides food, the center shall ensure that the food is stored, prepared, and served in a sanitary manner.

Ensure dairy products that are brought in for lunch are kept cool and not stored in children's cubbies.

Corrected by Jan 30, 2020

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

Ensure the children do not have pacifier straps on their pacifiers in the center.

Corrected by Jan 30, 2020

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3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(i) · Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water before intake of food.

Ensure the children in room 9 wash their hands with soap and running water before drinking their bottles.

Corrected by Sep 2, 2020

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3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(ii) · Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed.

Ensure the children in room 5 wash their hands with soap and running water after using the bathroom.

Corrected by Sep 2, 2020

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3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(ii)(3) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, diapering area and surface requirements are as follows, the diapering surface shall be flat, smooth, clean, dry, non-absorbent, and in good repair.

Ensure the diaper changing table in room 3 is maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.

Corrected by Feb 21, 2020

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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 there are enough age appropriate activities in room 11.

Corrected by Jul 14, 2020

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3A:52-6.4(a)(1) · For early childhood programs, the center shall provide opportunities for daily rest and sleep as follows: for children 12 months of age and younger, the center shall ensure that each child is initially placed in a face-up sleeping position unless a different position is indicated in writing by the child's health care provider.

Ensure the infants in room 11 are initially placed on their backs when they are placed in the cribs/ pack and plays to sleep.

Corrected by Sep 2, 2020

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3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(ii) · The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, 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 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that sleeping equipment shall be free of pillows and soft bedding, including, but not limited to bumper pads, when occupied by a sleeping child.

Remove all blankets while the children under 12 months of age are sleeping in cribs in room 11.

Corrected by Sep 2, 2020

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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 that the children in room 11 are not playing with broken plastic cups. Ensure garbage discarded as to not be handled by infants.

Corrected by Jul 14, 2020

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3A:52-4.8(g)(3) · The center shall maintain on file documentation of the date, time, topic, presenter, and attendance for all staff development and orientation completed by center staff members. The center shall record each staff member’s completion of staff development and orientation on the Staff Records Checklist, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(b).

Provide documentation for new hire orientation training for the 3 new hires.

Corrected by Aug 21, 2020

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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.

Center is missing 3 CARI's for newly hired staff.

Corrected by Aug 21, 2020

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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.

Center is missing 3 CHRI's.

Corrected by Aug 21, 2020

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3A:52-4.5(e)(4)(i) · For early childhood programs the group teacher(s) shall be scheduled and have the authority and responsibility to work at the center for at least 75 percent of the center's daily operating hour or at least six hours a day, whichever is less.

Corrected by Apr 3, 2019

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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.

Corrected by Apr 3, 2019

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3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(2) · 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 job descriptions, titles and qualifications for all center staff.

Corrected by Apr 3, 2019

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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

Corrected by Apr 3, 2019

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3A:52-7.6(b)(1) · The center shall maintain on file a written record of each incident resulting in an injury as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(a). These records shall include the following: the name of the injured child.

Ensure all information on the accident logs is completely filled out.

Corrected by Jun 19, 2019

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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.

Pertaining to 7 new employees. As of 1/11/19, 4 CARI's outstanding. As of 1/31/19, I CARI is outstanding.

Corrected by Jun 19, 2019

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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).

Corrected by Aug 21, 2020

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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.

Pertaining to 7 new employees. As of 1/11/19, 8 CHRI's outstanding. As of 1/31/19, 5 CHRI's are outstanding. As of 6/19/19, 1 CHRI is missing.

Corrected by Aug 21, 2020

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