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Home › NJ › Parsippany › Vistaar Montessori School LLC
1279 Route 46, Parsippany NJ 07054 · License #14PEA0001 · Center · Child Care Center
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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. Orientation training as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) may be included for six of the required hours of staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(c) and (d).
Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually. Not complete
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-6.8(l) · The center shall distribute a copy of the social media policy to the parent of each enrolled child and to each staff member and secure and maintain on file a record of each parent’s signature and each staff member’s signature attesting to the receipt of the policy.
Maintain on file a record of parental receipt of the center's social media policy.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-7.7(a)(1)(ii) · 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 self-made solution consisting of one-quarter cup of household bleach to each gallon of water (one tablespoon per quart), which shall be prepared daily and placed in a labeled, sealed container.
Ensure a self-made solution of bleach and water is made daily and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Ensure that bleach and water solution is made daily.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from New Jersey DCF, Office of Licensing on Jul 9, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-6.1(b)(7)(ii) · ii. Centers shall develop a written policy regarding the use of television, computers, and other equipment for children over the age of two and maintain on file written plans for such use and the length of time for their use. In addition, centers shall develop a written policy for the use of such equipment as it pertains to children in care less than four hours and children in care more than four hours. iii. Centers shall develop written plans for children with special needs who may benefit from the educational or instruction use of a television, computer, or other video equipment.
Develop a written policy for the use of television, computers and other technology.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 is bitten and the skin is broken; a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head; a child falls from a height greater than the height of the child; or an injury requiring professional medical care occurs. Notification times missing.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-5.3(l) · (l) Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating: i. The location of the first aid kit and any additional first aid supplies; ii. The name, address and telephone number of the physician retained by the center or of the health facility to be used in emergencies; iii. An alternate indoor location that operates during the same operating hours as the center. The center shall: (1) Select an alternate indoor location within safe walking distance; or (2) Develop a written procedure for obtaining emergency transportation to the alternate location; iv. The hospital or clinic to which injured or ill children will be taken; v. The telephone numbers for obtaining police, fire, ambulance and poison control services, including the National Poison Emergency Hotline at (800) 222-1222; vi. The location of written authorization from parent(s) for emergency medical care for each child; vii. A diagram showing how the center is to be evacuated in case of emergency from each classroom and the outdoor play area; viii. The location of fire alarms and fire extinguishers; and ix. Procedures for ensuring children’s safety and communicating with parents in the event of evacuation, lockdown, natural or civil disaster, and other emergencies. The procedures shall indicate: (1) The plan for informing parents of their children’s whereabouts; and (2) The local law enforcement agency or emergency management office that has been notified of the center’s identifying information, as specified in (l)3 below. 2. The emergency procedures shall be readily accessible in a designated location within the center. 3. The center shall ensure that the appropriate local law enforcement agency or emergency management office is notified of: i. The center’s name and location; ii. The number, ages, and special needs of children enrolled; iii. The number of staff; iv. The need for emergency transportation; v. The location to which children will be evacuated; vi. The plan for a lockdown; and vii. The plan for reuniting children with their parents.
Maintain a written emergency plan in a readily accessible location that includes all required components. Ensure the center acquires a new emergency evacuation shelter as the previous location no longer exists. Secure agreement and maintain on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-4.8(d) · 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; special needs programming and program development; social-emotional and behavioral development for young children; legal issues, including ADA guidelines and leadership and advocacy.
Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually. Not complete.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually. Not complete
Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 child's name; symptoms of illness; actions taken by the center; and dates of exclusion and return. Not complete.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-7.8(a)(1) · 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; immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed; immediately after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions; immediately after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions; and immediately after outdoor play. (2)for children under three months of age or for those children three months of age and older wherein hand washing with soap and running water may not be developmentally appropriate, the center may use an alternate means for hand washing, including but not limited to disposable baby wipes.
Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required including before eating and coming in from outside.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-6.8(k) · 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; the use of e-mail, text messages, and other electronic means of communication with staff and parents; the types of social media that the center uses, the methods and devices the staff use to communicate with the parent, the guidelines for appropriate conduct by staff members, and the guidelines for parents, including but not limited to, prohibiting the posting of photographs or videos of any child other than their own.
Ensure the center's social media policy includes all required components. Update as there has been a sponsor change and the new sponsor has different social media platforms.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually. Not done.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 and staff.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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. At the tome of the inspection a staff person indicated that there were 11 children in her care when only 9 children were present. Retrain staff and submit retraining document with staff signatures to OOL.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
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. Declaration page on file expired 11/4/23.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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. Records not on file to review.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
Category: supervision. 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. Records not on file to review.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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. Records not on file to review.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 26, 2024
Category: supervision. 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. Interviews with the Director designee indicate that she is now the center's head teacher. Review of credentials indicate that the staff person does not have any early childhood college credits as required to be credentialed head teacher. Ensure a head teacher is on site 75% of the operating hours. Previously approved head teacher is not on site everyday.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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. Review of the center's director designee/head teacher file indicates that her application is incomplete. There are no references and experience documented.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Ensure that the center maintains daily time sheets for staff that indicate the hours the staff worked at the center. Ensure director and head teacher sign in and out on a daily basis. No records on site for this staff person.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Ensure that the center maintains daily time sheets for the children that indicate the children's arrival and departure times. On the day of the inspection there were only 15 children signed in and there were 16 children present.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
Category: ratio. 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. Update as some staff are no longer with the center.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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. Sippy bottles were not all labeled at the time of the inspection. During inspection staff labeled all of them and the violation is abated.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
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. Ensure signed applications are kept on file.
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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. Remove or secure the outdoor carpet. Currently it is a tripping hazard.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2023
Category: health medication. 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.
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-5.3(l)(1)(vii) · Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating a diagram showing how the center is to be evacuated in case of emergency from each classroom and the outdoor play area.
Post a diagram showing how the center is to be evacuated from each classroom and the outdoor play area. Ensure floor plan includes egress routes from play area.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 30, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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. Submit current cards to OOL.
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2023
Category: health medication. 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 that the center's social media policy includes its policies regarding the use of social networking sites and other websites. Update and include all forms of social media.
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2023
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.
Develop a written policy for parental notification of injuries if the center uses methods other than a telephone call and maintain on file the signatures of staff and parents acknowledging receipt of the policy.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 30, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 30, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Jan 30, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-5.3(c)(1) · Lighting requirements are as follows: all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs shall have protective covers or shields.
Ensure that all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs have protective coverings.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-5.3(f)(2) · Toilet facility requirements are as follows: mirrors, dispensers, and other equipment shall be fastened securely.
Ensure that all bathroom equipment is fastened securely. Ensure toilet paper holders are installed and used.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 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.
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-5.3(a)(13) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that window blind cords and other cords and ropes that present risk of harm are inaccessible to children.
Ensure that all cords are tacked back and inaccessible to the children.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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. Pertains to 3 staff.
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 & the director designee complete the Understanding Licensing training provided by OOL. Submit certificates to OOL.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 30, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) · The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal.
Ensure that the center washes and disinfects the tables used by the children for eating before each meal. On the day of the inspection children were observed being served lunch before tables were washed and disinfected.
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2023
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 that children wash their hands before the intake of food. On the day of the inspection observation indicated that children were bein served food and eating without having washed their hands first.
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2023
Category: health medication. 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. On day of the inspection children were observed coming in form outdoor time and being served food without having washed their hands first.
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(i) · 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. On the day of the inspection observation indicated that staff in room 3 did not wash their hands before assisting children with their lunch.
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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)
Universal health forms are missing for a number of children.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-5.3(n)(3) · Fire prevention requirements are as follows: the center shall maintain on file a record of each fire drill, as specified in the NJUFC, which record shall include
Ensure one naptime drill is conducted and documented yearly.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
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.
Ensure vaccinations are kept on file for all children. There are missing forms in multiple children's files.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2022
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.
Develop policy, distribute to staff and parents, secure signature receipts from staff and parents, and retain these receipts on file.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 5, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Conduct and document drills.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Although interviews indicate that staff have been trained, there are no documents that could support that the staff have been trained before being left alone with the children. 2/13/19 Interviews indicate that although documents have been submitted to OOL to abate training, the staff confirm and demonstrate that they have not been sufficiently trained.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 7, 2021
Category: supervision. 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 test readings, water attestation, and water certification forms.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2021
Category: ratio. 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 the floor tiles are in good condition. They are coming apart and lifting.
Corrected Corrected by May 6, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 extinguishers are serviced and tagged. Extinguishers expired May 2022.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2021
Category: physical safety. 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.
Provide documentation.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2021
Category: physical safety. 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.
Develop policy, submit to parents and staff, and secure receipt signatures from staff and parents.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 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.
Complete and maintain forms. Accidents are not being documented,
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-7.6(a)(1) · 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.
Document the notification to parents.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2021
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
Illness log is not maintained or complete.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2021
Category: health medication. 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.
Need to complete 12/20 hours of training for all staff.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Head teacher is not on site 75% of the operating hours as required.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2021
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 documentation for the center's new director and head teacher.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Develop Chart
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2022
Category: ratio. 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.
Submit renewal CARI's
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 CHRI clearances
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-4.5(c)(1) · The director shall be scheduled to work at the center at least 50 percent of the center’s daily operating hours.
Ensure Director is present for a minimum of 50% of the daily operating hours.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Ensure all staff, including director, are signed in and out on a daily basis.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Ensure that the director designee does not have a classroom responsibility when the director is not onsite. Director designee is a classroom staff person and cannot leave the classroom due to the need of maintaining ratios.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2021
Category: physical safety. 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).
Complete and maintain.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
On the day of the inspection the only staff person in the building left a classroom of 4 children to open the door and screen the inspector. Children must be supervised at all times.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2021
Category: supervision. 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.
Fire certificate expired 1/13/21.
Corrected Corrected by May 7, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-7.7(a)(1)(i) · 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.
Interviews with staff indicate that the surfaces are disinfected with Lysol which is mixed with water. Ensure that commercial disinfectants are used as per manufacturers instructions.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 7, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-7.7(a)(2) · All areas to be disinfected shall first be washed with soap and water.
Interviews with staff indicated that they are only using water to rinse the surface. Ensure staff wash with a mixture of soap and water and then disinfect with either a bleach and water solution which is made fresh on a daily basis, or with a commercial distinfectant.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(ii)(6) · The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: the following items shall be washed and disinfected at least daily, the following items shall be washed and disinfected at least daily, smooth surfaced non-porous floors in areas used by children.
Interviews with staff indicated that the floors are only washed once a week, maybe twice. Ensure floors are washed daily.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2021
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.
On the day of the inspection the fire panel was reading trouble. Staff were unaware that the panel was in trouble. Center must ensure that panel is free of any problem codes at all times.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Interviews with a named staff person indicate that after a month of working at the center she has not been completely trained in all required orientation topics as required.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2022
Category: supervision. 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.
Interviews with new staff person indicate that after a month of working at the center there are several orientation topics that the staff person is not aware of and has not been trained on. Ensure that staff is trained and submit training document to OOL with staff signature.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-4.8(a)(5) · Topics of orientation training shall include evacuating the center and using the fire alarms, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(l).
Ensure all staff are fully trained on fire alarm status and how to address panel issues. Submit retraining document with staff signatures to OOL.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 that all staff who do not have completed both background clearances on file and completed orientation training are directly supervised by another staff member.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2022
Category: supervision. 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 that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including understanding center operations, policies and procedures. Interviews with staff indicate that they have not been trained. Ensure all staff are trained immediately and that the training records are submitted to OOL.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-4.3(b) · There shall be a minimum of two staff members accompanying children on any field trip, outing, or special event involving children away from the center, even when the appropriate staff/child ratios allow fewer than two staff members.
Ensure that a minimum of 2 staff are present at the center as required. Based on Complaint number 19698 1 staff person was left alone with 11 children with no other staff person on site as required.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 complete a CHRI background check as required. New staff have been working at the center for over a month and have not gone to have their fingerprints taken.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2022
Category: background checks. 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 that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2022
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 the organizational chart is redone due to a complete change in staff.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) · The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal.
Ensure that the center washes and disinfects the tables used by the children for eating before each meal. Tables were not disinfected before lunch was served.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2022
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-7.8(b) · Staff members shall use disposable rubber gloves, which shall be discarded after each use, when coming into contact with blood or vomit.
A staff person was observed cleaning up after a child that vomited and she did not use gloves.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
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. Submit CPR & FA cards to OOL.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 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 Updated COVID-19 Standards- Child Care Centers shall have a COVID-19 screening policy in writing. Submit this policy to OOL.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2022
Category: health medication. 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.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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
Based on complaint 19698 center had only one staff person present with 11 children when 2 staff were necessary to meet ratios. Center shall ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
Category: ratio. 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.
Ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. Children were observed leaving the classroom to go into the hallway and bathroom without direct supervision.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
Category: supervision. 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.
Ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. On the day of the inspection both staff on site left 10 children alone in the classroom to answer the door.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
Category: supervision. 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. Children's masks were observed laying on the table and they were next to other children and their masks. Masks are to be labeled and stored separately.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-6.1(b)(7) · 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 the use of a television, computers, and other video equipment shall be limited to educational and instructional use, shall be age and developmentally appropriate, and shall not be used as a substitute for planned activities or for passive viewing.
Ensure that the use of television, computers, and other video equipment is for educational and instructional use, is age and developmentally appropriate, is not used as a substitute for planned activities, and is not used for passive viewing. On he day of the inspection 3 children were watching cartoons on the staff person's cell phone while two other children slept in a separate room.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-6.4(a)(2) · For early childhood programs, the center shall provide opportunities for daily rest and sleep as follows: 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.
Ensure that blankets or pillows do not cover the child's face. On the day of the inspection a child was observed on their cot and their face was covered with their blanket.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: physical safety. 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.
Ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. On the day of the inspection a staff 2 children were observed in room 2 alone and asleep on their cots. Staff cannot separate children in different classrooms during this time of the day.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
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.
Ensure that all flooring and carpeting are kept clean and in good repair. Repair cracked floor tiles in the back egress.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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. Ensure all play equipment is cleaned and kept clean.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Ensure that the outdoor play area is free from stagnant water. Dirty stagnant water was observed in a water table outside.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 that all staff who have not completed the required orientation training are directly supervised by another staff member.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: supervision. 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 all cribs, cots and sleeping equipment are arranged to provide access to a three foot wide aisle that leads to an exit.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) · The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal.
Staff in the large classroom did not wash and disinfect the tables before serving snack. Staff only used a bleach and water mixture that was too strong.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 2019
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On the day of the investigation two staff in separate classes did not know how many children they had in their care. 7/17/19: On the day of the inspection staff did not know exactly how many children they had in the care.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 2019
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.
On the day of the inspection the children were in the bathroom alone because the two staff members in the classroom were involved in other responsibilities and could not watch them. Ensure there is another staff ao that supervision does not suffer because of other responsibilities. On the day of the inspection a staff person left her classroom of children to get their snack bags in the other classroom. Ensure that staff do not leave children to perform duties. 7/17/19: A staff person allowed the children to walk out of the classroom to the go to the bathroom and did not maintain line of sight on the children.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2019
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Outdoor fence is falling apart and broken.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2019
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).
Retrain staff on appropriate discipline. 2/13/19 Retrain staff on recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect. Staff questioned inspectors about concerns with a child which identified that if they had been trained they would know exactly how to handle the situation.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2020
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.
On the day of the investigation a staff person was leaving for the day and she was transporting a child home. The named staff person states that she has been given permission to take the child home from school for the days that the named child attends. There is no permission or mention of this in the child's file. ensure that this is properly documented and maintained on file at all times.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2020
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.
Submit current test readings.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2020
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Produce current policy.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2020
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Provide current cards.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2020
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.
Develop chart
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
Category: background checks. 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).
Complete and maintain
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Need to complete 12/20 hours of training for all staff.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. 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 documentation for the center's new director and head teacher.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Provide documentation
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Although interviews indicate that staff have been trained, there are no documents that could support that the staff have been trained before being left alone with the children. 2/13/19 Interviews indicate that although documents have been submitted to OOL to abate training, the staff confirm and demonstrate that they have not been sufficiently trained.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
Category: ratio. 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.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-4.5(c)(1) · The director shall be scheduled to work at the center at least 50 percent of the center’s daily operating hours.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
Category: ratio. 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.
Remove rust from stalls.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
Category: physical safety. 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
Illness log is not maintained or complete.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-7.3(a)(2)(i) · 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) for children coming from other states or countries in accordance with N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.6 and 4.7.
Ensure vaccinations are kept on file for all children. There are missing forms in multiple children's files.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-7.6(a)(1) · 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.
Document the notification to parents.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
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 and maintain forms. Accidents are not being documented,
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.
Develop policy, submit to parents and staff, and secure receipt signatures from staff and parents.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-5.3(n)(3) · Fire prevention requirements are as follows: the center shall maintain on file a record of each fire drill, as specified in the NJUFC, which record shall include
Ensure one naptime drill is conducted and documented yearly.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 extinguishers are serviced and tagged.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
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.
Conduct water testing and submit test readings, water attestation, and water certification forms.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
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.
Conduct and document drills.
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.
Develop policy, distribute to staff and parents, secure signature receipts from staff and parents, and retain these receipts on file.
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:52-7.3(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)
Universal health forms are missing for a number of children.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.