Lead paint precautions are as follows: the center shall comply with the lead paint inspection requirements specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)3, unless the center

Submit a lead paint risk assessment as required for a renewal.

3A:52-5.3(h)(2) · Corrected Oct 28, 2024

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

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

3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) · Corrected Feb 24, 2025

Disinfectants shall be used as follows: the center shall disinfect those items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3 with a solution that shall be a commercially prepared disinfectant that indicates it kills bacteria, viruses, and parasites. This solution shall be used in accordance with label instructions.

Ensure that the center uses a commercial disinfectant in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

3A:52-7.7(a)(1)(i) · Corrected May 1, 2024

Space and room requirements are as follows: at no time shall a center

Ensure that the center operates within its licensed capacity at all times. At the time of inspection, there were 9 children present in room 8 when the licensed capacity is for 8 children.

3A:52-5.3(q)(2) · Corrected Jul 31, 2023

Lighting requirements are as follows: during program activities, at least 20 foot-candles of natural or artificial light shall be provided in all rooms used by the children. This illumination shall be measured three feet above the floor at the farthest point from the light source.

Replace broken light ballast in room 6.

3A:52-5.3(c)(2) · Corrected Jul 31, 2023

Toilet facility requirements are as follows: mirrors, dispensers, and other equipment shall be fastened securely.

Provide safety caps on toilet in room 22.

3A:52-5.3(f)(2) · Corrected Oct 24, 2023

The sponsor or sponsor representative shall secure comprehensive general liability insurance coverage for the center and shall maintain on file a copy of the insurance policy or documentation of current insurance coverage.

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

3A:52-3.4(a) · Corrected Jul 31, 2023

For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the group teacher shall meet the requirements for experience and education

Provide documentation of credentials for 2 group teachers.

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.

Provide documentation of fire drills for the past 90 days.

3A:52-5.3(n)(1) · Corrected May 19, 2022

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

Provide CPR/First Aid clearances and ensure that at least 2 staff with current certification are present at the center at all times.

3A:52-5.3(o)(1) · Corrected Apr 19, 2022

Lead paint precautions are as follows: the center shall comply with the lead paint inspection requirements specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)3, unless the center

Provide current Lead Testing Results and Lead Certificate.

3A:52-5.3(h)(2) · Corrected Jul 5, 2022

The sponsor or sponsor representative shall secure comprehensive general liability insurance coverage for the center and shall maintain on file a copy of the insurance policy or documentation of current insurance coverage.

Provide the Certificate of Liability Insurance Declarations Page for the center.

3A:52-3.4(a) · Corrected May 19, 2022

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

3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) · Corrected Dec 11, 2019

The center shall maintain on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by the Office of Licensing, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(b), indicating that the center has obtained documentation of the applicable staff education and experience, as specified in 3A:52-4.6(b) through (d).

3A:52-4.6(a) · Corrected Oct 7, 2019

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.

3A:52-5.3(i)(8) · Corrected Mar 13, 2020

Lead paint precautions are as follows: the center shall comply with the lead paint inspection requirements specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)3, unless the center is located in a building constructed after 1978.