Bayer Childcare Center

3A:52-5.2(b) · An applicant seeking a license or a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval to operate a center shall comply with all applicable provisions of the New Jersey Uniform Fire Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:70 and hereinafter referred to as the NJUFC. The center shall obtain the building's fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, reflecting the center's compliance with all applicable provisions of the NJUFC. The center shall maintain on file the building's fire safety inspection certificate.

Ensure the center's fire protective systems are operative at all times. The fire system was in trouble mode and the center was unaware. The center needs to ensure awareness from the corporate site prior to corporate office putting it in trouble mode for testing.

Corrected by Jan 16, 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.

Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.

Corrected by Jul 7, 2025

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3A:52-4.10(a) · 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 a staff member refused to consent to a CARI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediately terminate the staff member's employment at the center.

Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff for the center's license renewal.

Corrected by Jul 7, 2025

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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 special care plans that includes procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services are signed by the parent.

Corrected by Jul 7, 2025

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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.

Securely fasten bathroom equipment by providing bolt covers on the toilet in room D118.

Corrected by Jul 7, 2025

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3A:52-5.3(b)(6) · Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: centers that provide outdoor space shall maintain all fencing in proper condition.

Ensure the fence in the play area is rust free.

Corrected by Jul 7, 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 the toilet in room D118 that is leaking when flushed is repaired.

Corrected by Jul 7, 2025

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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 all surfaces including flooring, carpeting and ceiling tiles are kept clean and in good repair. First floor flooring was repaired and center provided adequate documentation of clean-up due a flooding incident.

Corrected by Sep 30, 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. Center provided adequate documentation of cleanup and plan due to a flooding incident.

Corrected by Sep 30, 2024

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3A:52-5.3(a)(21) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure all guardrails accessible to children are no more than four inches apart or are otherwise protected to prevent head entrapment.

Ensure that all guardrails accessible to the children are no more than four inches apart or are protected to prevent head entrapment. Ensure the required guardrails on the bridge of the center are repaired due to looseness or space for head entrapment.

Corrected by Aug 25, 2023

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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.

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

Corrected by Jul 24, 2023

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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 that the center's fire protective systems are operative at all times. This corporate center was in trouble/test mode due to testing at the Bayer Corporation. Center will get a letter indicating even though in trouble mode, fire system is in working order.

Corrected by Jul 27, 2023

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3A:52-5.4(a)(3) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, crawl spaces, attic spaces, and all doors and windows used for natural ventilation shall be provided with insect screening.

Provide screens on all doors and windows used for ventilation: repair or replace the window screens in Room D110.

Corrected by Dec 14, 2022

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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 that food provided by the center is stored, prepared and served in a sanitary manner: Cease the use of classroom handwashing sink as a source of drinking water for the children.

Corrected by Sep 6, 2022

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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: one out-of-state CARI clearance is outstanding.

Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

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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 that all outdoor hazards are removed as required: tighten loose wooden slats along the bridge path outside of Room D203; replace warped slats that have resulted in increased space between the slats.

Corrected by Dec 14, 2022

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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: update Staff Records Checklist to indicate current dates for staff CARI clearances and annual orientation training.

Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

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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 that toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks and other plumbing are maintained in operating and sanitary condition: repair the leak in the right sink, children's bathroom between Rooms D102 and D110.

Corrected by Sep 6, 2022

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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. 1/11/23-The center's DOH is still pending. 2/8/23-DOH certificate still pending.

Corrected by Mar 27, 2023

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3A:52-5.3(b)(3)(iii) · the building structure shall be maintained to prevent infestation from rodents and insects.

Maintain the building structure to prevent infestation from insects: identify/eliminate source to eradicate flies in the second floor classroom.

Corrected by Feb 10, 2022

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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.

Maintain the blacktop areas of the playground: Repair/eliminate cracks that create uneven surface areas.

Corrected by Feb 10, 2022

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3A:52-5.3(o)(2) · First aid requirements are as follows: the first aid and CPR training shall include a hands-on training component in addition to any online training coursework.

Ensure that first aid and CPR training includes a hands-on component in addition to any online training.

Corrected by Dec 10, 2021

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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.

Provide a cover for the food waste receptacle in the kitchen area between the infant classrooms.

Corrected by May 30, 2019

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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 wall above the ball maze/STEM area of the activities room, D-117. Eliminate the peeling paint on the wall next to the refrigerator and on the wall above the mat area in infant D-110.

Corrected by May 30, 2019

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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.

Tighten the toilet seat (right side) in the toddler's bathroom.

Corrected by May 30, 2019

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3A:52-5.3(b)(6) · Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: centers that provide outdoor space shall maintain all fencing in proper condition.

Cut/cap protruding screws on the toddler playground fence.

Corrected by May 30, 2019

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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.

Clean the vent above the cubby unit in Kindergarten Prep room D-203.

Corrected by May 30, 2019

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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 the toddler classroom wash their hands with soap and running water after having a diaper change.

Corrected by May 30, 2019

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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 epi-pens maintained at the center remain current and are not expired; ensure parental sign-off on special care plans is obtained/maintained: outstanding for one child in attendance.

Corrected by Jul 2, 2019

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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.

Thoroughly clean the base, and the underside of the diaper changing pads in the changing area between the infant rooms.

Corrected by Jul 2, 2019

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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.

The center is located near a known hazardous area.

Corrected by Aug 7, 2019

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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.

Replenish resilient surfacing as needed throughout all play areas.

Corrected by Aug 7, 2019

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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.

RECITE: Thoroughly clean the counter tops and walls surrounding the sink in the kitchen area between the infant classrooms. RECITE: Thoroughly clean the microwave in the center's main kitchen. Abated 7/2/19 RECITE: Thoroughly clean the floor and walls of the cot storage closet in preschool D-103. Abated 7/2/19

Corrected by Aug 7, 2019

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3A:52-7.7(b)(2) · Centers that maintain outside sandboxes or play areas containing sand shall ensure that the sand is maintained in a safe and sanitary manner.

Corrected by Aug 7, 2019

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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.

RECITE: Ensure that a 2-step process (wash, then disinfect) is conducted on diapering surfaces, infant D-110 and toddler classrooms.

Corrected by Aug 7, 2019

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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 overgrown vegetation in the outdoor play area.

Corrected by Aug 7, 2019

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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 that the center's automatic fire protective system is operative at all times; restore the system to Normal status. The system was displaying a trouble mode. The facilities manager confirmed with the monitoring company that the center was being monitored in the presence of the inspector. NOTE: 8/8/19 Center submitted documentation that the system has been restored to Normal status and tested as required.

Corrected by Aug 8, 2019

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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.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2019

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3A:52-5.2(d) · An applicant seeking the renewal of a license or of a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval to continue operating a center shall obtain and maintain on file a fire safety inspection certificate for the building based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months. If the center prepares meals, the applicant seeking renewal shall obtain and maintain on file 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, based on a sanitary inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months.

RECITE: The center's fire certificate expired on 4/1/19.

Corrected by Oct 30, 2019

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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 mildew-like substance on the wooden slats along the bridge path outside of Room D-203. (Cited 11/9/18) NOTE: 3/4/19 Remains unabated. NOTE: 4/25/19 Remains unabated. 5/30/19 Remains unabated. 7/2/19 Remains unabated. Eliminate the peeling paint on the handrail along the bridge path. (Cited 11/9/18) NOTE: 3/4/19 Remains unabated. NOTE: 4/25/19 Remains unabated. 5/30/19 Remains unabated. 7/2/19 Remains unabated. Repair/replace the wooden pole caps along the bridge path to eliminate the exposed, sharp staples. (Cited 4/25/19) Abated 7/2/19 NOTE: 9/25/19 Remediation has begun, however, observation revealed missing/loose wooden slats and exposed nails and screws. The center shall submit a plan-of-action/schedule of regular maintenance for the bridge path outside of Room D-203 to ensure the area remains free of hazards.

Corrected by Dec 2, 2019

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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.

4 Renewal CARI's are outstanding. NOTE: 8/7/19 Two Renewal CARI clearances are outstanding. NOTE: 9/25/19 One Renewal CARI clearance is outstanding.

Corrected by Dec 2, 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).

Maintain the staff records checklist: update to reflect new staff.

Corrected by Dec 2, 2019

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3A:52-5.3(b)(2) · Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the outdoor play area shall be graded or provided with drains to dispose of surface water.

Eliminate pooling water on playground outside of Activity Room doors.

Corrected by Dec 2, 2019

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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.

Repair the left faucet of the handwashing sink in infant room D-110.

Corrected by Jan 9, 2020

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3A:52-5.3(b)(6) · Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: centers that provide outdoor space shall maintain all fencing in proper condition.

RECITE: Attach the fence at the gate between playgrounds to eliminate the gap along the top.

Corrected by Jan 9, 2020

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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.

Corrected by Feb 7, 2020

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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.

Complete all components, and maintain the Children's Records Checklist. NOTE: 12/2/19 Four Universal Health Records/Immunization Records are outstanding. NOTE: 1/9/20 Two records outstanding.

Corrected by Feb 7, 2020

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