(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. At the time of the inspection, Room 1 had 14 children present with 1 staff when 2 staff were needed. Room 2 had 20 children with 1 staff when 2 staff were needed. Room 4 had 9 children with 2 staff when 3 were needed. Room 6 had 7 children with 1 staff when 2 were needed.

3A:52-4.3(c) · Corrected Sep 5, 2025

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 including the playground. At the time of the inspection, children were observed playing alone in a section of the playground that is not visible to staff. Children were hiding behind a shed and a wall placing them in blind spots where staff were unaware of their presence. Additionally, one child was observed chewing on a water bottle cap without staff noticing.

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

Ensure that all exits and egress areas are unobstructed in room 4. Staff took immediate action and moved the chair blocking the egress.

3A:52-5.2(a)(5) · Corrected Oct 15, 2024

Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all televisions and computers shall be secured on a stable surface and shelving shall be secured and not be overloaded.

Secure the computer monitor to a stable surface in room 1.

3A:52-5.3(a)(17) · Corrected Nov 15, 2024

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

Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition in the bathroom in room 1.

3A:52-5.3(a)(15) · Corrected Nov 15, 2024

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

Complete and maintain on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. Missing 1 staff TB result.

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 provide the identifying information and documentation to the State-authorized vendor as necessary to conduct a CHRI background check, including the individual’s name, address, date of birth, place of birth, citizenship, sex, race, height, weight, hair color, eye color, Social Security number, and the center’s license number.

Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative provide all of the required information needed to complete a CHRI background check. (Waiting for 1 staff clearance).

3A:52-4.11(a)(2) · Corrected Sep 8, 2023

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

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

3A:52-4.6(c)(3) · Corrected Sep 8, 2023

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

Ensure that the program supervisor meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.

3A:52-4.6(d)(1) · Corrected Nov 15, 2023

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 after each use.

3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) · Corrected Dec 7, 2022

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

Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately before preparing or serving food.

3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(i) · Corrected Dec 7, 2022

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 blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal excretions or other bodily fluids.

3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(vi) · Corrected Dec 7, 2022

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

Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.

3A:52-4.6(a) · Corrected Dec 7, 2022

The sponsor or sponsor representative shall designate individuals with the authority and responsibility to develop and implement written policies and procedures for the operation of the center, including a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication.

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

3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(1) · Corrected Jul 20, 2022

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.

3A:52-5.3(a)(10) · Corrected Dec 23, 2021

Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ensure that microwave ovens, toaster ovens, and other portable devices used to heat or prepare food are out of children's reach, secured on a stable surface, and not in use when children are in the area in order to ensure the safety of children.

Ensure that all microwave ovens, toaster ovens and other appliances are secured to a stable surface. Secure the bottle warmer in Room 6.

3A:52-5.3(a)(18) · Corrected May 31, 2022

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.

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

Tables must be cleared to thoroughly clean and disinfect the full surface before each meal.

3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) · Corrected Nov 1, 2021

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

95: Based on information, retrain all staff on the center's supervision policy.

3A:52-4.8(a)(1) · Corrected Sep 23, 2021

Topics of orientation training shall include recognizing and reporting child abuse or neglect, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.9.

Based on information, ensure that adequate procedures for incidents are adhered to at all times, including recognizing and reporting possible incidents of child abuse and neglect. Retrain all staff on the center's policies and procedures for incidents, including recognizing and reporting possible incidents of child abuse and neglect.)

3A:52-4.8(a)(4) · Corrected Sep 23, 2021

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.

Based on information, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. A named child attempted cut her hair with a pair of scissors that were left out on a table.

3A:52-4.3(a) · Corrected Sep 23, 2021

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.

A large bag of potting soil, which clearly indicated that it was to be kept out of the reach of children, was left on the playground in an area that was accessible to children.

3A:52-5.3(b)(1) · Corrected Jun 15, 2021

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.

Staff in Room 4 was unaware of the number of children currently in her care.

3A:52-4.3(a)(1) · Corrected Aug 2, 2021

For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, kitchen facility requirements are as follows: the kitchen facility or food preparation area shall be separated from other areas of the center by a door, gate, screen, or other barrier to prevent accidental access by children.

The kitchen door was fully opened and there was no other barrier to prevent the accidental access by children.

3A:52-5.4(a)(6)(i) · Corrected Aug 2, 2021

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

At the time of the inspection, no children were taken outside to play. When questioned as to why, the staff said that the playground was too wet. However, the weather was favorable for outside play.

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.

Remove the non-compliant merry go round from the playground.

3A:52-5.3(b)(7) · Corrected Nov 13, 2019

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.

An infant was observed sleeping in a boppy pillow in Room 3.

3A:52-5.3(r) · Corrected Dec 10, 2019

When sheets, blankets and other coverings are not stored with sleeping equipment, each of these items shall be stored separately for each child.

Ensure that sheets and blankets are stored separately for each child in Room 1.

3A:52-6.4(g)(2) · Corrected Dec 10, 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).

Obtain and maintain on file all required documents pertaining to staff records.

3A:52-4.6(a) · Corrected Dec 10, 2019

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 that children wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before the intake of food in room 4.

3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(i) · Corrected May 28, 2019

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 CHRI checks are completed for 3 new staff.

3A:52-4.11(a)(1) · Corrected May 28, 2019

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

Based on complaint #275, Notify parents immediately of a head/facial injury.

3A:52-7.6(a)(1) · Corrected May 28, 2019

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.