3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # -1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 - may not work in a childcare position at the facility until a valid disclosure form is completed. Facility person #6 may not work in a childcare position at the facility until a valid NSOR letter is obtained.

Observed staff files #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 contained incomplete disclosure forms or the facility used the wrong version of the disclosure statement. Observed staff file #1 contained a DHS FBI fingerprint clearance which was applied for after staff #1 first day working in a childcare position. Observed staff file #5, contained a NSOR verification letter which was applied for after staff #5 first day working in a childcare position. Observed staff file #6 contained an application for the NSOR verification letter which was dated on staff #6 first day working in a childcare position. Staff file #6 does not have a copy of the completed NSOR verification letter at the time of the inspection.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025

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

3270.36(b)(5) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.

Observed staff files #2, #3, and #7 did not contain documentation of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years' experience with children.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Observed sunscreen and shaving cream, both labeled "keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children in the preschool room in the bottom of a cubby and on a low shelf.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.67(d) · Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.

Observed the preschool room did not have a closed-plastic lined receptacle for tissues used by the children. Observed tissues and paper towels used by the staff and children in the infant/toddler room were placed in a trash receptacle which did not have a lid.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

Observed the entrance door to the infant/toddler room did not close completely creating a pinch point when the door is not securely shut.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025

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

3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Observed a toy shelf in the infant/toddler room which was not securely anchored to the wall.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025

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

3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Observed staff files #1 and #5 did not contain an initial health assessment and have started providing initial service in the childcare setting. Observed staff file #6 contained an initial health assessment which was dated after staff #6 began providing initial service in the childcare setting.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Observed staff file #1, #2, #3, #5, and #6 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Observed staff files #4 and #7 did not contain documentation of completion of training in pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025

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

3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

Observed the most recent documented fire drill was conducted more than 60 days ago (12/13/24).

Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # -1 and 4- may not work in a childcare position at the facility until the required clearances are obtained.

Observed staff file #2 contained a CPSL required disclosure statement which wasn't dated to document that it was signed prior to providing care in the child care setting. Observed staff file #1 and #4 contained a criminal background clearance which was still in the request pending status. Observed staff file #1 contained a child abuse clearance and a NSOR verification letter which were both dated after providing care in the child care setting.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 6, 2024

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

3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.

Observed the measured hot water temperature was 113 degrees in the bathrooms used by the children.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 6, 2024

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

3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Observed 2 low shelves in the young toddler room which were not securely anchored. Observed 4 wooden chairs in the preschool room which had loose top back rungs.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 6, 2024

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

3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Observed plastic bags accessible to older toddlers in an unlocked diaper changing table.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 6, 2024

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

3270.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.

Observed children's files #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 contained original agreements.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 6, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Observed the emergency contact form for child file #4 did not contain the complete address for the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 6, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.

Observed the emergency contact forms for the children were not in the gross motor room when the children were receiving care in that location.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 6, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

Observed the rooms in the facility did not have an emergency transportation plan posted and the emergency transportation plan was not with the emergency contact forms which accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 6, 2024

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.131(e)(2)(i) · Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.

Observed child file #2 did not contain an exemption from immunization letter, which is written, signed, and dated by the parent for a missing set of immunizations.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 6, 2024

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

3270.135(a)(3) · If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.

Observed the plastic lined, hands-free cover can in the infant and the young toddler changing area were located in a position which did not allow the staff to immediately discard the soiled diaper.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 6, 2024

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

3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a childcare setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Observed staff files #2 and #3 contained initial health assessments which were obtained after each staff had begun providing initial service in a childcare setting.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 6, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.166(1) · A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.

Observed the facility did not have a complete formula and infant feeding schedule obtained from the parent for the infants receiving care.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 6, 2024

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.182(7) · A child's record shall contain reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. The original report shall be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in an accident file. The third copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in the child's file.

Observed an incident report in a child file which had not been copied and a copy placed in the facility incident report file.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 6, 2024

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

3270.131(a) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

Observed child file #2, who has been in attendance for more than 60 days, did not contain an initial health assessment. Observed child file #4 contained an initial health assessment which was dated more than 60 days after the child's first day of attendance at the facility.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 6, 2024

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

3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

The file for staff person #2 was observed to lack a certificate of completion of the Health and Safety (CCDBG) training.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 24, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.31(b)/3270.192(2)(i) · A staff person shall be 18 years of age or older. A facility person's record shall include verification of age.

The files for staff persons #1 and #3 were observed to lack verification of age.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.

The files for staff persons #1 and #2 were observed to lack a current certificate of competence in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Persons #2 and #3 may not work in a childcare position at the facility until all valid CPSL documents are obtained.

The file for staff person #2 was observed to lack a New Jersey child abuse clearance. Staff person #2's file was also observed to lack a certificate of completion for Mandated reporter training. The file for staff person #3 was observed to lack a signed and dated Disclosure statement.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2024

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

3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

The facility was observed to have first aid kits in the Troll Land, Snack Tank, Infant room, Aerie Room, and Lego Land rooms that lacked soap. The facility was observed to lack a first aid kit in the upstairs conference room.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2024

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

3270.81 · A visual strip or other visual identification shall be placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space.

The facility was observed to have 6 glass door panels in the front lobby, and one in their Infant room that lacked a visual strip or other visual identification placed on the glass.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2024

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

3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

The files for staff persons #1, #2 and #3 were observed to lack a written health assessment, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis

Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2024

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

3270.192(1) · A facility person's record shall include the name, address and telephone number of the facility person.

The files for staff persons #1 and #3 were observed to lack documentation of their address and telephone number.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.