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The Alexander Garden School

Child care center · S 76 Fariview Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652 · License 02BUR0001

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Poor

Capacity 45. 2½ to 6 Grow NJ Kids: Level 1

Violation history (63)

Severity	Date	Standard / narrative	Corrected
?	Mon Aug 25 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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. Replace stained ceiling tiles in room 4 on basement level.	Yes
?	Mon Aug 25 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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. Replace stained ceiling tile on 1st floor bathroom outside of Room 1.	Yes
?	Mon Aug 25 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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. Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. At time of inspection, cabinet under sink was not locked and bleach was present in downstairs bathroom outside room 1. Toxic Substances were removed upon inspector request.	Yes
?	Mon Aug 25 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(a)(19) — 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.	Yes
?	Mon Aug 25 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(b)(7) — Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11. Replenish resilient surfacing on playground.	Yes
?	Mon Aug 25 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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.	Yes
?	Mon Aug 25 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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. The center shall ensure that all children present are evacuated from the building within three minutes during each fire drill. Ensure fire drill log is present at center.	Yes
?	Mon Aug 25 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.4(a)(3) — For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, crawl spaces, attic spaces, and all doors and windows used for natural ventilation shall be provided with insect screening. Repair or replace screens on windows used for ventilation in room 2.	Yes
?	Mon Aug 25 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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.	Yes
?	Mon Aug 25 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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 that the center has current comprehensive general liability insurance coverage.	Yes
?	Tue Feb 20 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.2(a)(5) — The center shall be permitted to obtain a valid fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, and submit a copy of the certificate to the Office of Licensing in lieu of a CO or CCO, if the center serves only children 2 ½ years of age or older and is located in a public school building that is used as a public school. Ensure that all exits are cleared of snow and ice; wherein the rear exit staircase out of Classroom 3 was covered in snow and ice. Snow was shoveled and salt applied during inspection.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(ii) — Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed. Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after using the toilet or having their diaper changed.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(iii) — Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after assisting a child in toileting. Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately after changing a child's diaper.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(q)(3)(v) — Space and room requirements are as follows: Indoor space requirements for play rooms and sleep rooms are as follows the center shall identify all rooms of the center that have been approved by the Office of Licensing. This identification shall consist of numbers, letters, names or any other means of identification and shall be located either inside or directly outside each room. Label all rooms approved by the OOL for the children's use.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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. Ensure that all electrical outlets accessible to the children have protective coverings.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-6.1(b)(2) — 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 children have opportunities to choose materials freely and materials are accessible at all times except during lunch and nap time. Ensure that materials are accessible to the children at all times and that children have a free choice of materials; wherein children were seated at high chairs and tables with a staff selected toy.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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. Ensure that children are properly buckled into highchairs at all times.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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. Secure AC wire in Room 3.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(q)(1)(ii) — Space and room requirements are as follows: all space and rooms within the center to be used by children shall be inspected and approved by the Office of Licensing prior to their use. In making its determination, the Office of Licensing shall consider whether the space is too far removed, remote, or isolated from other areas of the center to be used by children. rooms or areas of the center that are not Office of Licensing-approved for use by children shall be made inaccessible to children. Center is currently using a cubbie room and bathroom that is not yet approved by OOL. Request pending in NJCCIS.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(b)(7)(i) — 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. centers that take children to a community playground shall ensure that the playground surfacing and all other elements comply with the Playground Safety Subcode before being used by the children. Provide and maintain the resilient surfacing and use zones under all play equipment as required.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(c)(2) — Lighting requirements are as follows: during program activities, at least 20 foot-candles of natural or artificial light shall be provided in all rooms used by the children. This illumination shall be measured three feet above the floor at the farthest point from the light source. Replace flickering lightbulbs in the cubby room.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(h)(2) — Lead paint precautions are as follows: the center shall comply with the lead paint inspection requirements specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)3, unless the center Submit a lead paint risk assessment as required.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(i)(8) — Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center, and, as determined by the Office of Licensing, on a case-by-case basis, the facility operator shall submit to the Office of Licensing a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the Department of Health that indicates that no further remediation is needed for the interior of the building in which the center is located. Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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 the cubbies do not partially cover the doorways in the cubby room..	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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. Remove door to the cubby room as it blocks the hallway when opened.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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. Retrain all staff on the center's policies of hand washing and sanitation. Submit training information with staff signatures to OOL.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-2.1(b) — A person applying for an initial license or renewal license to operate a center or relocation of a center shall submit a completed application to the Office of Licensing at least 45 days prior to the anticipated opening of the center or to the expiration of its existing regular license. Complete and submit a DCF Renewal and Attestation and all required documents.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-2.6(c) — Whenever the Department, through its Office of Licensing, Institutional Abuse Investigation Unit, or local offices, conducts complaint investigations, the center shall cooperate with all Department investigators. Ensure that the center cooperates with all DCF inspections and investigations as required, wherein sponsor was not forthcoming with information and documentation pertaining to the children's ages and dates of birth. Center must submit to OOL, a current list of enrolled children under 2.5 with ages and DOB.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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 and sponsor submit a CARI background check upon renewal.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required; 2 new named staff members.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.2(a)(5) — The center shall be permitted to obtain a valid fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, and submit a copy of the certificate to the Office of Licensing in lieu of a CO or CCO, if the center serves only children 2 ½ years of age or older and is located in a public school building that is used as a public school. Ensure that the center provides care for no more than 5 children under 2.5; wherein the center was caring for 10 children under 2.5 during the inspection. 2/20/24-Note, violation is being abated based on MOU on file. Center agrees to age out all 10 currently enrolled children under 2.5 years old and cease enrolling children under 2.5. Once aged out, center may continue caring for no more than 5 children under 2.5	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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. Ensure that cleaners are not used on tables when children are seated at or nearby the tables.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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. Secure window curtains in Rooms 1 and 2.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(a)(17) — Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all televisions and computers shall be secured on a stable surface and shelving shall be secured and not be overloaded. Secure cubbies throughout the classrooms.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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. Replace stained ceiling tiles in Room 3.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(a)(6) — Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: food waste receptacles shall be lined and maintained in clean and sanitary condition. Ensure that all garbage bins containing food and diapers contain lids.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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 the gate in the outdoor playground is operable.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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. Paint the outdoor staircase and ensure that all areas are securely fastened.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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 the required clearances on file and have not completed the required orientation training are directly supervised by another staff member; wherein a new staff member and a therapist without the required clearances were observed alone caring for children.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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. Provide additional mulch to areas of playground where roots and lining are exposed, causing a trip hazard.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(b)(6) — Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: centers that provide outdoor space shall maintain all fencing in proper condition. Ensure that the fence surrounding the outdoor play area is maintained in good condition.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(q)(3)(v) — Space and room requirements are as follows: Indoor space requirements for play rooms and sleep rooms are as follows the center shall identify all rooms of the center that have been approved by the Office of Licensing. This identification shall consist of numbers, letters, names or any other means of identification and shall be located either inside or directly outside each room. Update floor diagrams.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-6.1(g)(2) — 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. Ensure that classrooms that care for children under 18 months of age provide at least four different activity areas and that each area contains at least four types of supplies and equipment and that classrooms that care for children over 18 months of age provide at least five different activity areas and that each area contains at least five different types of supplies and equipment.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-6.3(a)(4) — All centers shall comply with the following requirements, if the center provides food, the center shall ensure that the food is stored, prepared, and served in a sanitary manner. Ensure that food provided by the center is stored, prepared and served in a sanitary manner, wherein staff in room 2 is preparing and serving lunch from an area nearby a sink used for handwashing.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-6.6(e)(3) — The center shall maintain on file a written policy on the disciplining of children by staff members. The policy shall be posted in a prominent location within the center. Post the center's discipline policy in a prominent location.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(h)(2) — Lead paint precautions are as follows: the center shall comply with the lead paint inspection requirements specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)3, unless the center: is located in a building constructed after 1978; submits documentation to the Office of Licensing of a previous lead paint inspection conducted by a Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor, who is certified and employed as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)3, indicating the center is free of lead-based paint hazards; or submits documentation to the Office of Licensing and the local department of health of; a lead paint inspection and risk assessment conducted by a Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor, who is certified and employed as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)3, within the previous 12 months indicating the presence of lead; and a lead paint risk management plan currently in progress at the center. Submit a lead paint risk assessment as required.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 29 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) — For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: in addition to the items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use, diapering surfaces. Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each use.	Yes
?	Wed Feb 08 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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. Secure/replace green carpet in the outdoor playground that poses a trip hazard.	Yes
?	Wed Feb 08 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children. Remove branches and overgrown vegetation from the small white fenced in area in the outdoor playground.	Yes
?	Wed Feb 08 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-6.1(e) — The center shall ensure that pacifiers are removed when the children are crawling or walking. Ensure that pacifiers are removed when children are crawling or walking.	Yes
?	Wed Feb 08 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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 immediately before each meal.	Yes
?	Wed Feb 08 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(q)(1)(ii) — Space and room requirements are as follows: all space and rooms within the center to be used by children shall be inspected and approved by the Office of Licensing prior to their use. In making its determination, the Office of Licensing shall consider whether the space is too far removed, remote, or isolated from other areas of the center to be used by children. rooms or areas of the center that are not Office of Licensing-approved for use by children shall be made inaccessible to children. Center was observed using a small room and bathroom that is not a part of the center's licensed space. Center must submit a space evaluation request through NJCCIS to add the spaces.	Yes
?	Wed Feb 08 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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. Ensure fire alarm closet in the basement is securely locked.	Yes
?	Wed Feb 08 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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 as needed.	Yes
?	Wed Feb 08 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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. Remove small little tikes slide from the outdoor playground as it does not meet code.	Yes
?	Wed Feb 08 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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. Remove/repair small while wooden fence that is in disrepair, including areas where nails are exposed.	Yes
?	Wed Feb 08 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	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. Update center's table of organization.	Yes

Severity 5 = most serious. Source: official state record.

Inspections (23)

23 inspection record(s) on file from NJ-DCF.

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