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.

Test for the presence of radon gas as required.

3A:52-5.3(a)(19) · Corrected Aug 26, 2025

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

Clear debris from lights in room 2.

3A:52-5.3(a)(15) · Corrected Aug 26, 2025

(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.

Replace stained ceiling tile in room 1.

3A:52-5.3(a)(1) · Corrected Aug 26, 2025

the center shall ensure that window blind cords and other cords and ropes that present risk of harm are inaccessible to children.

Ensure that blinds are maintained in good repair in room 2.

3A:52-5.3(a)(13) · Corrected Aug 26, 2025

(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).

The center shall develop and follow a policy on the administration of medication and health care procedures to children, which shall include the following provisions: the center shall store prescribed epinephrine pens in their original boxes with the child’s name and prescription. A special care plan or other documentation from a health care provider shall accompany the epinephrine pen. If two epinephrine pens are required, both shall be available. Each center under the jurisdiction of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5 shall store back-up epinephrine pens on site consistent with the requirements stated at N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5.e(1).

Provide Benadryl for 1 child.

3A:52-7.5(b)(10) · Corrected Sep 13, 2024

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.

Dust vents throughout the center.

3A:52-5.3(a)(2) · Corrected Sep 13, 2024

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.

Provide and maintain the resilient surfacing and use zones under all play equipment as required.

3A:52-5.3(b)(7) · Corrected Jul 6, 2023

Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair.

Replace stained ceiling tile in room 5.

3A:52-5.3(a)(2) · Corrected Apr 21, 2023

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.

3A:52-5.2(a)(5) · Corrected Oct 4, 2023

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.

Space and room requirements are as follows: at no time shall a center allow more children in attendance than the licensed room capacity.

Ensure that the center complies with the licensed capacity of the classrooms at all times throughout the center. Classroom 4 had 24 children present during lunch; wherein the classroom is licensed for 22 children.

3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(ii) · Corrected Apr 19, 2022

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

Ensure that each child's bedding is labeled with the child's name. Children were sleeping on sheets that are labeled for other children.

3A:52-6.4(g)(1) · Corrected Apr 19, 2022

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

Provide alternative quiet activities for children who have rested or slept for 30 minutes and do not appear to need additional rest or sleep.

3A:52-6.4(a)(4)(iii) · Corrected Apr 19, 2022

Lighting requirements are as follows: all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs shall have protective covers or shields.

Remove bugs from light fixture in room 2.

3A:52-5.3(c)(1) · Corrected Oct 4, 2021

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.

Pad canopy polls in small play area.

3A:52-5.3(b)(7) · Corrected Oct 4, 2021

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

Dust vents in Gym.

3A:52-5.3(a)(15) · Corrected Oct 4, 2021

Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair.

Replace stained ceiling tile in Gym.

3A:52-5.3(a)(2) · Corrected Oct 4, 2021

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.

Cover bolt on toilet in room 6.

3A:52-5.3(a)(9) · Corrected Oct 4, 2021

For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, all electrical outlets that are accessible to the children shall have protective covers.

A) Provide protective outlet cover in room 2. B) Provide protective outlet cover in gym.

3A:52-5.4(a)(1) · Corrected Aug 5, 2019

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.

A) Repair or replace bench in room 5. B) Repair door on toy stove in room 5.

3A:52-5.3(a)(2) · Corrected Aug 5, 2019

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.

Clear spider web and spider eggs from tree in infant play area.

3A:52-5.3(p) · Corrected Aug 5, 2019

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.

Maintain updated general liability insurance

3A:52-3.4(a) · Corrected Aug 5, 2019

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.