3A:52-6.6(a)(1) · The methods of guidance and discipline used shall: be positive.

Based on information, ensure that staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline. A named staff pushed a named child on the chest and back, causing the named child to take 2 steps backwards. Abated on the day of the inspection as the named staff is no longer employed at the center.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(a)(7) · Topics of orientation training shall include implementing the center's statement of policy on the disciplining of children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6.

Based on information, retrain all staff on the center's discipline policy.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

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

Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(a)(7) · Topics of orientation training shall include implementing the center's statement of policy on the disciplining of children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6.

Based on information, retrain all staff on the center's discipline policy.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.6(a)(1) · The methods of guidance and discipline used shall: be positive.

Based on information, ensure that the staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline. A named staff sprayed water on a child's face to clean off applesauce. The named staff also sprayed a water bottle in a 2nd named child's face when her fell asleep during lunch. Abated on the day of the inspection as the named staff is no longer employed at the center.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

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. Ensure rooms 8 and 10 are fully equipped.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

Based on information, provide a Corrective Action Plan to DCF as required.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.1(g)(1) · 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.

Ensure that the children go outdoors daily, weather permitting. On the day of the inspection all classrooms took children outside except for room 2. Ensure all classrooms with children ages 10 months and older are taken outside daily.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 1, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(v) · 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 outdoor play.

Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after outdoor play.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(a)(7) · Topics of orientation training shall include implementing the center's statement of policy on the disciplining of children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6.

Based on information, retrain all staff on the center's discipline policy.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.6(a)(1) · The methods of guidance and discipline used shall: be positive.

Based on information, ensure that staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline at all times throughout the center. A named staff became increasingly frustrated with a named child during nap time and pulled his cot toward her in a aggressive manner. The named child fell of the cot and hit the back of his head on the floor. The named staff then abruptly grabbed the named child by the pants and pushes him back onto the cot without checking the named child's head for injuries. Violation abated at the time of the inspection as named staff is no longer with the center and discipline was adequate throughout the center.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.6(c)(3)(i) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the group teacher shall meet the requirements for experience and education one year of teaching experience in a group program for children under six years of age, which may include supervised practice teaching and/or student teaching.

Submit documentation for two group teachers. Group teachers on file have not worked at the center since the center.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2022

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 Room 4 provides at least five different activity areas and that each area contains at least five different types of supplies and equipment at all times.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2022

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 20, 2022

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Ensure that all carpeting is securely fastened to the floor. The floor in Room 7 in the library area is not secured and is a tripping hazard.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 1, 2022

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 that toilets, are maintained in sanitary condition.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 1, 2022

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 Corrected by Mar 1, 2022

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

Submit education and experience for head teacher. Head teacher on file has not worked at the center since the summer.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 20, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Submit education and experience for a program supervisor.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 20, 2022

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

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. Not all staff are accounted for on the staff records checklist.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 1, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Ensure that all flooring is kept good repair. Floor tiles are cracked in several classrooms.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 that all exits and egress areas are unobstructed with furniture.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2021

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.2(c) · If the center prepares meals, the center shall obtain a satisfactory Sanitary Inspection Certificate, as specified in N.J.A.C. 8:24, indicating that the kitchen is in compliance with the applicable requirements of the State Sanitary Code. The center shall maintain on file the Sanitary Inspection Certificate.

Provide a current health certificate as required. Expired 10/16/21

Corrected Corrected by Mar 1, 2022

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iv) · 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, toys mouthed by infants and toddlers before being given to another child.

Ensure that the center washes and disinfects toys mouthed by infants and toddlers before being given to another child. Mouthed toys were not removed on the day of the inspection.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 20, 2022

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 maintained clean,. Room 8

Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2022

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(r) · The center shall take any steps required by the Office of Licensing to correct conditions in the building or center that may endanger the health, safety, and well-being of the children served.

Per the NJ Department of Health COVID-19 Public Health Recommendations pursuant to Executive Order No. 149, ensure that all health and safety guidelines are adhered to as required. Ensure staff wear masks appropriately. On the day of the inspection observation indicated that staff were wearing their masks below their noses, and one staff person was observed with their completely below their chin as they read a story to the classroom of children in their care. Ensure staff wear masks appropriately at all times.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 20, 2022

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.6(a)(4) · The center shall take immediate necessary action to protect the child from further harm and shall immediately notify the child's parent(s) when an injury requiring professional medical care occurs.

Ensure that parents are notified immediately when an injury requiring professional medical care occurs. Although staff state that an accident/incident report was completed for a named child, the center gave the original report to the parents to retain a signature and the report has been in the possession of the parents since the day of the incident. Ensure parent signs form on site so as to maintain documents on site as required. Center shall submit the accident/incident form to OOL as soon as they receive it back from the parents of the named child.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 20, 2022

Marked corrected in the state record.

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, including the name of the injured child. Ensure incidents of biting are documented on an accident report. Biting incidents are recorded on a franchise report which does not include all of the elements necessary to comply with the regulation.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(i) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: the center shall develop mutually with each child's parent(s) and follow a feeding plan regarding the feeding schedule, specific formula, breastfeeding arrangements and accommodations, and/or expressed breast milk, nutritional needs, and introduction of new food for each child.

Ensure that each child under 12 months of age has a written feeding plan. Ensure feeding plans are updated routinely as children progress in age and feeding necessities.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2023

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Ensure that pacifiers are removed when children are crawling or walking. Two babies were observed crawling while they had their pacifiers in their mouths.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

Ensure that the center conducts fire drills at least once per month during each session provided at the center, including one fire drill annually that is conducted during nap time. Center has not been consistent in conducting fire drills.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(r) · The center shall take any steps required by the Office of Licensing to correct conditions in the building or center that may endanger the health, safety, and well-being of the children served.

Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. Based on complaint #21456 ensure staff do not leave children unattended when they need to be consoled. Based on interviews a named staff person was observed leaving a named child unattended when he was crying and needed to be consoled. Violation abated as the named staff person was terminated.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2022

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Ensure that all carpeting is securely fastened to the floor. Area rugs throughout the center are secured.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection. Retest for renewal and submit all required documents to OOL upon completion.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 19, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

Ensure that the center conducts at least two lockdown drills per year during each session provided at the center and maintains records of the drills on file. Center has not conducted lockdowns in the last two years.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition. Ensure vents throughout the building are rid of accumulated dust.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

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. Ensure training documents are updated and maintained.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(d)(3) · 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 social-emotional and behavioral development for young children.

Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually. Ensure training documents are updated and maintained.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 that adequate procedures for incidents are adhered to at all times throughout the center, including recognizing and reporting possible incidents of child abuse and neglect. Based on findings during the inspection ensure that all staff are retrained in reporting to the hotline. View of video footage and based on interviews two incidents should have been called into the hotline and were not. Center to submit an MOU indicating that they understand that staff are aware of the types of incidents that need to be called into the hotline are done so in a timely manner. Submit to OOL.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Ensure that all flooring and carpeting are kept clean and in good repair. Ensure rugs in room 7 are cleaned.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(a)(1) · Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a).

Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including training on supervising and tracking children. Based on complaint #21456 ensure children are supervised at all times. Ensure children are not left out on the playground or wander out from their classroom into the hallway. Retrain staff in proper supervision and tracking and submit retraining document with staff signatures to OOL.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

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. Update as there are missing items.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 19, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

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

Corrected Corrected by Jan 19, 2023

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication. Submit new chart as credentialed staff has changed.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(a)(4) · Topics of orientation training shall include recognizing and reporting child abuse or neglect, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.9.

Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect. Ensure all staff are retrained by an outside source on recognizing and report child abuse and neglect. Staff interviews indicate that they are not completely aware of the requirements. Submit retraining documents with staff signatures to OOL.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(i)(1) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, staff members shall ensure that staff members shall ensure that each child's diaper is changed when wet or soiled.

Ensure that the children's diapers are changed when wet or soiled. Based on complaint #21456 staff shall ensure that children's diapers are changed as needed. Interviews with staff indicated that a named staff person failed to change diapers periodically, and it was brought to the attention of the administration. Violation abated as the named staff person was terminated from the center.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2022

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iv) · 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, toys mouthed by infants and toddlers before being given to another child.

Ensure that the center washes and disinfects toys mouthed by infants and toddlers before being given to another child. Mouthed toys were not removed on the day of the inspection.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(a)(1) · Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a).

Ensure staff are retrained in proper supervision.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2019

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

Replace missing refrigerator handle in the dramatic play area in room 4.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2019

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

On the day of the inspection a child in room 3 was observed for an extended period of time walking around the room and playing while using their pacifier. Ensure children that need to use a pacifier are either laying down or sitting down.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2020

Marked corrected in the state record.

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 the CARI for 1 named staff person is retrieved.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2019

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

Observation of children and staff on the playground indicated that staff gather in groups and talk amongst themselves and are not supervising the children adequately. At the time of inspection children were on the climbing equipment and not using it appropriately. Staff were also observed with their backs to the children while they were running around on the playground and using the climbing equipment.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2019

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

Provide credentials for the interim director and head teacher while the existing staff is out for maternity leave.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2019

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

Ensure the radon test readings are posted.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2019

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.11(a)(3) · Each center shall develop a written policy on the management of communicable diseases. This policy shall include the following: assurance that during any outbreak of an excludable disease at the center, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1(d), each parent whose child may have been exposed to the disease shall receive a written notice of the outbreak.

The center shall ensure that when a communicable disease is determined to have contracted by a child that parents and staff must be informed of the presence of the disease within the building.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2019

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

On the day of the inspection there was a dumpster in the area now used to gather children for fire drills. This area is to be kept cleared and increased during this time as construction is being conducted in the property behind the building in which the center is located. Violation abated during inspection when dumpster was moved and area was made bigger.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2019

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Update the chain of command.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2020

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 staff complete their 12 hours of yearly training.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2020

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 there are 5 areas and 5 learning articles within the reach of children in room 4 and room 8 at all times.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2020

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 a named child has a second EPI-pen onsite as required in the special care plan issued by his pediatrician along with the required Benadryl.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2020

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.5(b)(7) · 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 maintain on file a record of the following

Ensure permission forms are complete and required information and signatures are not missing.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2020

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 each bottles are labeled and dated.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2020

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(a)(2) · Topics of orientation training shall include understanding center operations, policies and procedures, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(b)3.

Ensure orientation is tracked so as everyone receives it on a yearly basis. There are some staff who have not had their annual orientation training.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2020

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Ensure the illness log is completed and maintained at all times.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2020

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

Conduct water testing and submit testing results along with OOL required documents.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2021

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

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).

Update and complete the checklist and ensure all staff are accounted for on the list.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.4(a)(4)(iii) · For early childhood programs, the center shall provide opportunities for daily rest and sleep as follows: for children over the age of 18 months and under the age of four years, the center shall provide an alternative quiet activity for each child who has rested or slept for 30 minutes and does not appear to need additional rest or sleep.

On the day of the inspection observation revealed that that children were wide awake laying on their cots without an alternate activity. Children in this particular class are a mix of 3 and 4 year olds. 3 year olds are able to participate in a quiet activity on their cot, but 4 year olds must be given an alternate activity away from their cots and naptime ratio no longer applies. Ensure children are given an alternate activity once they have awoken from nap in accordance to afore mentioned.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 the tops of shelves which hold children's toys are cleaned. There is visible accumulated dust that must be removed.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.10(a)(3) · As a condition of securing a new or renewal license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall provide for himself or herself, and shall obtain from all staff members who are or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis, written consent for the Department to conduct a Child Abuse Record Information (CARI) background check to determine whether an incident of child abuse or neglect has been substantiated against any such person. If the sponsor or sponsor representative refuses to consent to a CARI background check, the Department shall deny the application or suspend, revoke, or refuse to renew the license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, as applicable. The sponsor or sponsor representative may appeal the denial, suspension, revocation, or refusal to renew to the Department, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-2.5.

Ensure all renewal CARIs are completed.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

Submit credentials for Head Teacher approval.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

Complete and maintain.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.8(k)(1) · The center shall develop and follow a written policy on the use of social media including, but not limited to the use of social networking sites and other websites.

Ensure the policy is complete.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 accident reports are complete with all required information.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.6(e)(1) · The center shall develop and follow a written policy for parental notification if a method other than a telephone call is used at the center for parental notification. The center shall distribute a copy of this policy to the parent of each enrolled child and secure and maintain on file a record of each parent’s signature attesting to receipt of this policy.

Create and distribute policy to parents and staff. Retain signature receipt on file.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Ensure that cots are placed in a manner so as the cots are not in each other's path of evacuation so as to not impede the egress area.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.4(a)(4)(ii) · For early childhood programs, the center shall provide opportunities for daily rest and sleep as follows: for children over the age of 18 months and under the age of four years, the center shall provide 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.

Ensure 5 year old children are not placed down to sleep unless they require rest do to physical needs. On the day of the inspection observation revealed that the 5 year olds were put down for nap and did not fall asleep. Additionally, the 5 year olds were observed on their cots wide awake without anything to do for over 30 minutes.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.