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70-72 East Washington Avenue, Washington NJ 07882 · License #21WAS0007 · Center · Child Care Center
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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 Submit the missing 2 applications and medical documentation.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Remove rust on boy's bathroom dividers.
Corrected Corrected by May 7, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-4.10(b)(1) · 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. 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.
Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for 5 staff.
Corrected Corrected by May 7, 2026
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Data synced from New Jersey DCF, Office of Licensing on Jul 9, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-6.3(a)(12)(ii) · 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.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-5.3(a)(10) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all corrosive agents, insecticides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, any products under pressure in an aerosol spray can, and any toxic substance shall be stored in a locked cabinet or in an enclosure located in an area not accessible to the children.
Remove the expired medication from the basement white cabinet.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-7.3(a) · (a) For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: 1. Each child not enrolled in a public or private school shall have had a health examination performed by a health care provider within: i. Six months prior to admission, for children who are 2½ years of age or younger; or ii. One year prior to admission, for children above 2½ years of age. 2. 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): i. For children coming from other states or countries in accordance with N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.6 and 4.7; and ii. For children who are in foster care or experiencing homelessness as defined by the McKinney-Vento Act, 42 U.S.C. § 11434a(2). 3. For children enrolled in a public or private school, the center shall obtain a written statement from each child's parent indicating: I. That the child is in good health and can participate in the normal activities of the program; and ii. Any conditions or specific needs that may require special accommodations. 4. If immunizations are contraindicated for medical reasons, the center may choose to admit the child, provided that the parent submits to the center a written statement from a health care provider attesting to the following: i. The reason the immunization is medically contraindicated; and ii. The specific time period that the immunization is medically contraindicated. 5. A child shall be exempted from a physical examination, immunization, or medical treatment if the parent objects thereto in a written statement submitted to the center, signed by the parent, explaining how the examination, immunization, or medical treatment conflicts with the child’s exercise of bona fide religious tenets or practices. i. Religiously-affiliated centers shall have the authority to withhold or grant a religious exemption from the required immunization for children entering or attending their centers without challenge by any secular health authority, as specified in N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.4. ii. The center shall maintain the parent’s written statement on file as part of the child’s record. 6. Those children with immunization exemptions may be excluded from the center by the Office of Licensing or the Department of Health during a vaccine-preventable disease outbreak or threatened outbreak, as determined by the State Commissioner of Health.
Ensure health records are maintained on file as required including current Universal Health Forms. There are 2 children missing documents.
Corrected Corrected by May 7, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-6.3(b)(1) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, centers operating for more than three consecutive hours shall have a working refrigerator.
Clean the refrigerator in classroom 7/8.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-6.5(a) · (a) The center shall maintain on file and follow a written policy on the release of children, which shall include: 1. The provision that each child may be released only to the child's parent(s) or person(s) authorized by the parent(s), as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.8(a)3, to take the child from the center and to assume responsibility for the child in an emergency if the parent(s) cannot be reached; 61 2. The provision that, if a particular non-custodial parent has been denied access, or granted limited access, to the child by a court order, the center shall secure documentation to this effect, maintain a copy on file, and comply with the terms of the court order; 3. Written procedures to be followed by staff member(s) if the parent(s) or person(s) authorized by the parent(s), as specified in (a)1 above, fails to pick up a child at the time of the center's daily closing. The procedures shall require that: i. The child is supervised at all times; ii. Staff members attempt to contact the parent(s) or person(s) authorized by the parents; and iii. An hour or more after closing time, and provided that other arrangements for releasing the child to his or her parent(s) or authorized person(s) have failed and the staff member(s) cannot continue to supervise the child at the center, the staff member shall call the Department's State Central Registry Hotline (1-877 NJ ABUSE/1-877-652-2873) to seek assistance in caring for the child until the parent(s) or person(s) authorized by the child's parent(s) is able to pick up the child; and 4. Written procedures to be followed by a staff member(s) if the parent(s) or person(s) authorized by the parent(s), as specified in (a)1 above, appear to be physically or emotionally impaired to the extent that, in the judgment of the director or staff member, the child would be placed at risk of harm if released to such an individual. The procedures shall require that: i. The child shall not be released to such an impaired individual; ii. Staff members attempt to contact the child's other parent or an alternative person(s) authorized by the parent(s); and iii. If the center is unable to make alternative arrangements, as noted in (a)3ii above, a staff member shall call the Department's State Central Registry Hotline (1-877 NJ ABUSE/1-877-652-2873) to seek assistance in caring for the child.
Maintain at the center and distribute to all families, an updated release of children that includes all required components.
Corrected Corrected by May 26, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-6.4(f) · When cribs, playpens, cots, mats or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment are stored with sheets, blankets, or other coverings as single units, at least one item of each unit shall be labeled with child-identifying information. (g) When sheets, blankets and other coverings are not stored with sleeping equipment, each of these items shall be: 1. Labeled for each child; and 2. Stored separately for each child.
Ensure that each child's bedding and sleeping equipment stored separately.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-6.3(a) · 1. Food served to children who are present during normal mealtime hours or required snack periods, as specified in (b) and (c) below, shall be provided either by the child's parent or by the center. 3. If the center chooses to have parents provide food, the center shall have a supply of food at the center for any child whose parent forgets. 4. If the center provides food, the center shall ensure that the food is stored, prepared, and served in a sanitary manner. 5. Staff members shall advise parents of any repetitive feeding problems experienced by their child. 6. Staff members shall not force-feed or coerce a child to eat against his or her will. 9. Centers that provide meals shall ensure that: i. For children on special diets (for example, due to health reasons, religious belief or parental request), an alternative choice of food is provided by either the center or the child's parent; and ii. Individualized written diets and feeding schedules, if submitted to the center by the child's parent or health care provider, are posted in a location that is accessible to staff members caring for the children, and are followed. 10. The center shall have a supply of food at the center and shall serve a snack to any child who is hungry or has missed a meal. iii. Food left uneaten in a dish shall be discarded; iv. Food shall not be shared among children using the same dish or spoon; and v. Unused portions of food shall be labeled with the child's name, date, and type of food. The food shall be stored in the refrigerator, returned to the parent, or discarded with the parent's consent. All unused food shall be discarded if not consumed by the end of the day.
Ensure that dishes are washed in a 3 compartment sink or dishwasher prior to reusing.
Corrected Corrected by May 7, 2026
Category: background checks. 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. 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 for 1 staff member.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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 for 1 staff member.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2026
Category: supervision. 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 after coming in contact with nasal secretions.
Corrected Corrected by May 7, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan that includes procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services, and both epi-pens are present when two are required.
Corrected Corrected by May 7, 2026
Category: ratio. 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.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-6.8(j)(1) · The center shall develop and follow a written policy on the expulsion of children from enrollment at the center. The expulsion policy shall include: the circumstances under which a child may be expelled; the method that the center will use to notify parents of concerns that could lead to expulsion, such as written notification or a parent conference; sufficient time limits before expulsion to enable parents to make alternative child care arrangements or to take the necessary corrective action to allow the child to remain at the center, except as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.8(j)1iv; and circumstances that may warrant immediate expulsion of a child from the center, such as potentially dangerous behavior by a child or parent.(2) The center shall not expel a child based solely on the child’s parent making a complaint to the Office of Licensing regarding a center’s alleged violations of the licensing rules or questioning a center directly regarding policies and procedures.
Ensure the center's expulsion policy includes : circumstances; methods to notify parents; sufficient time limits; and reasons for immediate expulsion.
Corrected Corrected by May 26, 2026
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; the name(s), home and work address(es), home and work telephone number(s) and signature(s) of the parent(s); the name(s), address(es), and telephone number(s) of any person(s) authorized by the parent(s) to visit the child at the center and/or take the child from the center, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.5(a)1; and the name, address, and telephone number of the child's health care provider; signed authorization from the parent(s) for emergency medical treatment; the parent’s signature attesting to the receipt of the Information to Parents document, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.6(b); the parent’s signature attesting to the receipt of the Information to Parents document, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.6(b).; health information for each child, as follows: for early childhood programs, a record of the child’s health examination and immunizations, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(a); and for school-age child care programs, a record of the parent’s statement concerning the child’s health, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(b).
Complete and maintain on file, a current Children's Records Checklist designated by OOL. There is one application missing parental signature.
Corrected Corrected by May 7, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 that all illuminated exit signs and emergency lighting are operable at all times throughout the center. Repair or replace the inoperable emergency light at the top of the stairs and the emergency lights between rooms 2 &3.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-5.3(i)(8) · 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 Office of Licensing shall not issue licenses or renewals to child care centers that are co-located in a building or other structure that contains a dry cleaner or nail salon unless the applicant obtains indoor air sampling that demonstrates that there is no impact to the child care center.
Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 all surfaces are clean and in good repair including replacing the stained ceiling tiles in the men's bathroom.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
Maintain an accident log or reports as required, including: name of child; the date, time and location of the incident; the name and address of the center; the name of the person completing the report; and the date the report was completed.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 3, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-5.4(a)(1) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, all electrical outlets that are accessible to the children shall have protective covers.
Provide protective coverings for all electrical outlets in the basement near vent.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 3, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-5.3(p) · Play equipment, materials, and furniture for indoor and outdoor use shall be of sturdy and safe construction, non-toxic, free of hazards, and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The center may not use play equipment intended for outdoor use indoors.
Repair and/or remove the rusted bikes from the outdoor play area.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 3, 2024
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 that all fire extinguishers are serviced and tagged annually and recharged if necessary.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 3, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-5.3(a)(2) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair.
In classroom 11/12, ensure that all ceiling tiles are kept clean and in good repair.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 18, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 current Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
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.
Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually. Ensure children and staff participate in the drills.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
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.
Conduct and document fire drills at least once per month during each session provided at the center, including one fire drill annually that is conducted during nap time.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
Complete and maintain at the center daily time sheets for all staff, including the director with arrival and departure times. 7/18/2024- The director's attendance is missing.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 3, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-5.3(a)(18) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ensure that microwave ovens, toaster ovens, and other portable devices used to heat or prepare food are out of children's reach, secured on a stable surface, and not in use when children are in the area in order to ensure the safety of children.
In room 11/12, clean the microwave oven.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 18, 2024
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Provide a current fire certificate as required.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 in the basement.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 18, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 that the director is at the center at least 50% of the center's daily operating hours.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Ensure that all playground equipment meets public playground design standards (ASTM F-1487). Provide documentation that the playground slide meets ASTM-1487 or remove from playground.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 3, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-4.8(a)(1) · Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a).
Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually. There is staff missing orientation training.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-5.3(a)(15) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.
Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition.
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2023
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).
Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. Ensure that all staff files have all required documents including a signed application and criminal disclosure statement.
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-3.6(b)(1) · The center shall distribute a copy of the Information to Parents document to each child’s parent(s) upon enrollment and to every person upon becoming a staff member and secure and maintain on file a record of each parent’s and staff member’s signature attesting to receipt of the document. The center shall maintain on file a copy of the Information to Parents document.
Ensure that the center maintains and distributes to all families and staff a copy of the current Information to Parents document and maintains on file signatures of all staff and families attesting to the receipt of the policy.
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-5.3(a)(19) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall test for the presence of radon gas in each classroom on the lowest floor level used by children at least once every five years and shall post the test results in a prominent location in all buildings at the center, as specified in N.J.S.A. 30:5B-5.2.
Complete radon testing in every room on the lowest floor used by children and post the results in a prominent location.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-5.3(a)(9) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.
In the first stall in the boys bathroom, ensure that toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks and other plumbing are maintained in operating and sanitary condition.
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-6.5(b) · The center shall distribute a copy of the release policy to the parent of each enrolled child and each staff member and secure and maintain on file a record of each parent’s and staff member’s signature attesting to receipt of the policy.
Ensure that the center maintains and distributes to all families and staff the center's policy on the release of children and will maintain on file signatures from all parents and staff attesting to the receipt of the policy. There is 1 staff's signature is missing.
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-6.1(g)(2)(iv) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: centers serving children less than 18 months of age shall provide at least four types of children's daily activities including, but not limited to, sensory; language and dramatic play; manipulative; building; large muscle; music; or other comparable activities; and at least four types of supplies and equipment for each activity area chosen by the center. The use of infant equipment including swings, exersaucers, and bouncers shall be limited to periods of 30 minutes at a time.
Ensure that the use of infant equipment, including swings, exersaucers and bouncers, the child is secured in the seat. An infant was sliding out of a bouncer chair, and the staff was able to intervene and secure the child with the safety belt.
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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.
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
In the toddler room, ensure that food provided by the center is stored, prepared and served in a sanitary manner.
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: for bottles, each child's bottle(s) shall be labeled with the child's name and dated.
Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date.
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-5.3(n)(1) · Fire prevention requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct fire drills at least once a month, as specified in the NJUFC. The center shall ensure that fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center and that one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time, if applicable.
Ensure that the center conducts fire drills at least once per month during each session provided at the center, including one fire drill annually that is conducted during nap time.
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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.
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-5.3(p) · Play equipment, materials, and furniture for indoor and outdoor use shall be of sturdy and safe construction, non-toxic, free of hazards, and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The center may not use play equipment intended for outdoor use indoors.
Repair and/or remove all broken and/or rusted toys from the outdoor play area, including the deflated balls, and rust on bikes.
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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)
Ensure that a Universal Health Record is completed upon enrollment and signed and stamped by a doctor and updated annually, including the immunization records and special care plans as required.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-7.6(b)(1) · The center shall maintain on file a written record of each incident resulting in an injury as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(a). These records shall include the following: the name of the injured child.
Complete accident reports as required.
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 7, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-4.1(d)(1) · The staff records specified in 3A:52-4.1(a) through (c) shall be maintained on file as follows: 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.
Ensure that the information on the Staff Records Checklist is current and that it is maintained on file at the center, including the staff's CARI and CHRI background checks.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 14, 2023
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.
Ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center in Room 6.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2023
Category: supervision. 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
Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center. In Room 12, one staff was present with 7 toddlers. This grouping of children requires two staff.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2023
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.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 7, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-4.3(d)(1) · At least one staff member shall be physically present in the room or area in which children are napping and shall be able to summon other staff members without leaving the room or area.
Ensure that there is at least one staff physically present in the room or area where children are napping and they are able to summon additional staff members without leaving the room in Room 8.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2023
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).
Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 14, 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. This shall include an annual re-orientation training.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 14, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Designate a director designee for whenever the director is not present at the center and ensure that the director designee does not have full-time classroom responsibilities during the times the director is not at the center.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-5.2(a)(5) · The center shall be permitted to obtain a valid fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, and submit a copy of the certificate to the Office of Licensing in lieu of a CO or CCO, if the center serves only children 2 ½ years of age or older and is located in a public school building that is used as a public school.
Provide a current fire certificate as required.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 paint throughout the center that is showing excessive wear.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 8, 2021
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 regularly scheduled staff and the Sponsor Representative complete the Renewal CARI background clearance application.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 9, 2020
Category: background checks. 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 the required testing for the presence of lead and copper in the center's water. Contract a certified lab to perform the testing and complete the accompanying forms to submit to OOL with the results of the testing.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 9, 2021
Category: ratio. 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.
Provide documentation of the comprehensive general liability insurance policy.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 9, 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 the Children's record Checklist, ensuring that all of the required documentation is on file at the center.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 9, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-5.3(p) · Play equipment, materials, and furniture for indoor and outdoor use shall be of sturdy and safe construction, non-toxic, free of hazards, and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The center may not use play equipment intended for outdoor use indoors.
Repair, replace or remove the soft gross motor play piece in Room 7/8 that is in disrepair.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 22, 2020
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-6.4(a)(3) · For early childhood programs, the center shall provide opportunities for daily rest and sleep as follows: swaddling of children during rest and sleep is prohibited.
Cease the practice of swaddling infants.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 22, 2020
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-6.4(i) · Children shall not use pacifiers with straps or other types of attachment devices.
Cease the use of pacifier straps.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 22, 2020
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 children wash their hands immediately before eating.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 22, 2020
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-5.4(a)(2) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, all lally columns in areas used by the children shall have protective padding placed around them from the floor to a height of at least 48 inches.
Repair the padding on the lally columns in the basement Gross Motor room.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 8, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-4.3(d)(1) · At least one staff member shall be physically present in the room or area in which children are napping and shall be able to summon other staff members without leaving the room or area.
A staff member was not physically present in Room 1/2, where a group of children were resting or sleeping.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2019
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.
A staff member left a group of children alone in Room 1/2 to answer the center's door. There was no staff member in Room 5, however there were 9 school- aged children in the room. The staff member in Room 3/4 was on her cell phone and not supervising the 15 school - aged children in her care.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2019
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.
Corrected Corrected by May 29, 2019
Category: recordkeeping. 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 designee attends the Understanding Licensing workshop and submits documentation of completion.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2019
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.
A seasonal staff member was left alone without completed the required orientation training for new staff.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2019
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-4.3(j) · Staff members who are under 18 years of age shall be directly supervised by and visible to a staff member who is 18 years of age or older.
A 17 year old staff member was left alone with a group of children in Room 9/10 without a staff member over the age of 18 to supervise.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2019
Category: supervision. 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.
2 outstanding CARIs.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2019
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2019
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-6.1(b)(1) · 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 time frames for each activity are geared to the age and developmental level of each child served and are flexible enough to accommodate spontaneous occurrences or children's suggestions and inquiries.
No activities, other than free play and scheduled trips to the town park and pool, were offered to the school- aged children on a daily basis.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2019
Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-6.6(g)(1) · For school-age child care programs, the following shall apply: the center shall permit children to participate in the development of the discipline rules and procedures.
School - aged children were unaware of any rules for the classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2019
Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-4.8(f)(1) · The staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) through (d) shall be clock hours of staff development.
Provide orientation training to all new employees.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2019
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).
The Staff Records Checklist must be accessible, updated and maintained to include all regularly scheduled staff.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2019
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3A:52-4.8(g)(3) · The center shall maintain on file documentation of the date, time, topic, presenter, and attendance for all staff development and orientation completed by center staff members. The center shall record each staff member’s completion of staff development and orientation on the Staff Records Checklist, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(b).
The center must ensure that all staff, including seasonal employees, complete the orientation training within 2 weeks of hire. Additionally, a record of such training must be completed and accessible.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2019
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.