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Gan Iris Nursery School

Child care center · 11-16 Plaza Road, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410 · License 02GAN0007

0Compliance score
Poor

Capacity 48. 0 to 13

Violation history (136)

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?Mon Mar 30 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iv) — In addition to the items specified in (a)3 above, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use: i. Toilet training chairs and potty seats that have first been emptied into a toilet; ii Sinks and faucets used for rinsing a toilet training chair; iv. Toys mouthed by infants and toddlers before being given to another child; and
Ensure mouthed toys are washed and sanitized before being given to another child.
Yes
?Mon Mar 30 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) — 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. Ensure bottles are dated.
Yes
?Wed Feb 04 2026 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 all exits and egress areas are unobstructed and that the emergency exit doors are easily operable. At the time of the inspection egresses were blocked by snow. Local fire marshall was called to report the blocked egresses. The fire marshall came to the center to meet with OOL to see the egresses, and told the sponsor that the egresses needed to be cleared immediately or the center could not open the next day.
Yes
?Wed Dec 17 2025 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. 6.3 (a)12. The center shall ensure that these safety and sanitation practices are followed: i. Older infants shall not carry bottles, sippy cups, or regular cups with them while crawling or walking;
Ensure that pacifiers, bottles, or sippy cups are removed when children are crawling or walking in room 1.
Yes
?Wed Dec 17 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.8(a)(4) — Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before preparing or serving food; after toileting; after assisting a child in toileting; after caring for a child who appears to be sick; after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions; and after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions. 7.8(d)3- Staff members hands are washed after changing each diaper.
Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water as required including when coming into immediate contact with nasal secretion in room 3.
Yes
?Wed Dec 17 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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 when coming into immediate contact with nasal secretion in room 3.
Yes
?Tue Oct 28 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(iii)(4) — Staff members who use disposable gloves during a diaper change shall dispose of these gloves after each use and shall wash their hands.
Ensure that staff using disposable gloves for diaper changes dispose of the gloves after each use and wash their hands after each diaper change.
Yes
?Tue Oct 28 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) — In addition to the items specified in (a)3 above, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use: iii. Diapering surfaces;
Ensure diapering surfaces are washed and disinfected after each use. Observation indicated that staff did not wash and disinfect the diapering pad before changing an infant's diaper.
Yes
?Tue Oct 28 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.8(a)(4) — Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before preparing or serving food; after toileting; after assisting a child in toileting; after caring for a child who appears to be sick; after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions; and after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions. 7.8(d)3- Staff members hands are washed after changing each diaper.
Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water as required including before serving food. Observation indicated that staff gave children a snack while out on the playground and did not wash their hands prior to serving the snack.
Yes
?Tue Oct 28 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.8(a)(4) — Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before preparing or serving food; after toileting; after assisting a child in toileting; after caring for a child who appears to be sick; after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions; and after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions. 7.8(d)3- Staff members hands are washed after changing each diaper.
Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water as required including after diapering. Observation indicated that a staff person changed an infant's diaper and then did not wash their hands.
Yes
?Tue Oct 28 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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. 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. 3. Naptime preparations shall have been completed and all children 18 months or above are resting or sleeping, while all children under 18 months of age are sleeping.
Ensure that children are accurately tracked at all times. In a couple of classrooms, staff were not accurate with their tracking.
Yes
?Tue Oct 28 2025 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.
Provide at least four different activity areas with at least four types of supplies and equipment for children under 18 months. Not present in room 2 & 3. 12/17/25:Pertains to room 3.
Yes
?Tue Oct 28 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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, including retraining staff on handwashing, no swaddling, washing and disinfecting mouthed toys, primary care tracking.
Yes
?Tue Oct 28 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.8(a)(1) — Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water before intake of food; immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed; immediately after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions; immediately after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions; and immediately after outdoor play. (2)for children under three months of age or for those children three months of age and older wherein hand washing with soap and running water may not be developmentally appropriate, the center may use an alternate means for hand washing, including but not limited to disposable baby wipes.
Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required including before eating. Observation indicated that children were fed a snack while out on the playground without first washing their hands.
Yes
?Tue Oct 28 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.
Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including securing the rug in room 1.
Yes
?Tue Oct 28 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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 food/ bottles with milk are not left out. Baby bottles with milk were left out after snack for quite some time next to water bottles that were not being discarded.. Bottles with milk need to be discarded.
Yes
?Tue Oct 28 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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 diapering. Observation indicated that a staff person changed an infant's diaper and then did not wash the infant's hands.
Yes
?Tue Oct 28 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.1(g)(3) — For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: centers serving children 18 months of age and older shall provide at least five types of children's daily activities including, but not limited to, language; science and mathematics; manipulative; large muscle; building; art; music; drama; or other comparable activities; and at least five types of supplies and equipment for each daily activity chosen by the center.
Provide at least five different activity areas with at least five different types of supplies and equipment for children over 18 months of age. Not present in room 1, 102, and 202. 12/17/25:Pertains to room 202.
Yes
?Tue Oct 28 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.2(a)(1) — The center shall provide a supply of age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate program equipment including play equipment, child-size furniture and supplies that are sufficient to meet the daily activity needs of the children and the program.
Ensure that the center has an adequate supply of materials to meet the daily activity needs of the children and the program and ensure all materials used by the children are age-appropriate, non-toxic, and safe for use by children. Ensure children are equipped with age appropriate seating. At the time of the inspection children were observed in chairs where their feet were high off the floor. and if a lower chair was used, their chins would be at the table.
Yes
?Tue Oct 28 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.2(a)(1) — The center shall provide a supply of age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate program equipment including play equipment, child-size furniture and supplies that are sufficient to meet the daily activity needs of the children and the program.
Ensure that the center has an adequate supply of materials to meet the daily activity needs of the children and the program and ensure all materials used by the children are age-appropriate, non-toxic, and safe for use by children. Ensure activity supplies are kept within the reach of children at all times. Rooms 1, 2, and 3 had all the toys out of the reach of children.
Yes
?Tue Oct 28 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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 swaddling infants. Staff repeatedly asked why they could not swaddle the infants. Retrain all staff on how swaddling is not allowed at any time while the child is in care at the center. Submit retraining document to OOL with staff signatures.
Yes
?Tue Oct 28 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.4(b)(2) — i. Each cot used for children between 13 and 18 months of age shall not exceed 14 inches above the floor level. ii. Each cot or mat used for rest and sleep shall be covered with a sheet, blanket or other covering. An additional covering shall be provided for use as a covering for each child. iii. Each mat used for rest and sleep shall be:(1) Placed on a surface that is warm, dry, clean and draft-free; (2) Water-repellent; (3) At least one inch thick; and (4) Stored so that there is no contact with the sleeping surface of another mat, or disinfected after each use, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)1.
Ensure children's blankets are stored separately. At the time of the inspection a large number of blankets were stored all together and not separately as required.
Yes
?Tue Oct 28 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iv) — In addition to the items specified in (a)3 above, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use: i. Toilet training chairs and potty seats that have first been emptied into a toilet; ii Sinks and faucets used for rinsing a toilet training chair; iv. Toys mouthed by infants and toddlers before being given to another child; and
Ensure mouthed toys are washed and sanitized before being given to another child.
Yes
?Tue Oct 28 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(v) — In addition to the items specified in (a)3 above, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use: v. Bottles, nipples, and other feeding equipment.
Ensure bottles, nipples, and other feeding equipment are washed and sanitized after each use. Children's sippy cups were visibly dirty. Center shall ensure that bottles and sippy cups are washed and disinfected before a child uses it.
Yes
?Tue Oct 28 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.3(a)(1) — The center shall develop and implement an Office of Licensing-approved method to keep track of the location and ensure the safety of all children at all times when under the center’s supervision, including the transfer of supervision from and to parents during arrival and departure and the utilization of off-site locations, including playgrounds and field trips.
Ensure that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care. In a couple of classrooms, staff were not accurate with their tracking.
Yes
?Tue May 30 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.4(i) — Children shall not use pacifiers with straps or other types of attachment devices.
Cease the use of pacifier straps or other types of attachment devices. On the day of the inspection an infant was observed in their crib asleep with an animal pacifier attachment.
Yes
?Tue May 30 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.8(a)(7) — Topics of orientation training shall include implementing the center's statement of policy on the disciplining of children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6.
Ensure that all staff complete retraining the center's discipline policy and how to appropriately handle children. Submit retraining document with staff signatures for abatement.
Yes
?Tue May 30 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(r) — The center shall take any steps required by the Office of Licensing to correct conditions in the building or center that may endanger the health, safety, and well-being of the children served.
Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. Ensure staff handle children appropriately. On the day of the inspection a named staff person was observed holding a child by the wrist and the child had dropped their body to the floor. This handling of a child can lead to nurse maid's elbow. The named child was not injured due to this action.
Yes
?Tue May 30 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.6(a)(1) — The methods of guidance and discipline used shall: be positive.
Ensure that the staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline at all times throughout the center. On the day of the inspection a named staff person was observed yelling no at a child repeatedly and then said I don't care. Ensure that staff speak to children in a positive manner when disciplining.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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. Not all sippy cups were labeled.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.2(a)(2) — The center shall provide a supply of age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate program equipment including play equipment, child-size furniture and supplies that are non-toxic and safe for use by children in the age groups served.
Ensure that all tables and chairs are the appropriate height for the children. Observed in room 3 that the children were too small and were seated at a height greater than their own.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 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. Infant hands were not washed prior to being fed.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(v) — Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions.
Ensure that staff wash their hands after coming into contact with an animal's bodily secretions. Ensure staff wash their hands after wiping children's noses.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.7(a)(1)(i) — Disinfectants shall be used as follows: the center shall disinfect those items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3 with a solution that shall be a commercially prepared disinfectant that indicates it kills bacteria, viruses, and parasites. This solution shall be used in accordance with label instructions.
Ensure that the center washes and disinfects surfaces as required, with a commercially prepared disinfectant used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Staff are using a prepared disinfectant and observation indicated that they are not using the product as instructed by the manufacturer.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.8(k)(1) — The center shall develop and follow a written policy on the use of social media including, but not limited to the use of social networking sites and other websites.
Ensure that the center's social media policy includes its policies regarding the use of social networking sites and other websites. Center does not currently have a social media policy. Ensure that center creates a policy and distributes it to both parents and staff. Retain signature of receipt on file and submit to OOL.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(i) — Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before preparing or serving food.
Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately before preparing or serving food. Staff throughout the building are not washing their hands prior to preparing and serving food. Staff are using gloves, but are still required to wash hands prior to serving and preparing bottles and food.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.8(a)(6) — 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 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).
Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a children's records checklist, including the parent's signature attesting to the receipt of the Information to Parents document and the social media policy..
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(r) — The center shall take any steps required by the Office of Licensing to correct conditions in the building or center that may endanger the health, safety, and well-being of the children served.
Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. Ensure the music is not too loud so as to not be able to hear what is going on in the classroom. On the day of the inspection the music was too loud in the older infant classroom and you could not hear what the staff were or children were saying.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(vi) — For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: a child who, because of age or developmental readiness, no longer needs to be held for feeding shall be provided with an infant seat, high chair with safety strap, or other age-appropriate seating apparatus, which meets the standards of a recognized safety organization (such as the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association, the American Society for Testing and Materials, or the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission).
Ensure that age and developmentally appropriate seating is provided for all children who no longer need to be held for feeding. Center shall cease the use of strollers for feeding. Staff was observed feeding a bottle to a child while they were seated in the stroller.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.3(b)(4)(iv)(1) — Mealtime and snack requirements for centers serving children 18 months of age or older and those children younger than 18 months of age who are developmentally ready to eat regular meals and snacks are as follows: centers that provide meals shall ensure that lunch and dinner for each child include the following meat, poultry, fish or a protein alternative.
Ensure that all meals provided by the center meet all of the required nutritional standards, including providing meat, poultry, fish or a protein alternative. Although center states that they only supplement meal time, they have a menu that is not complete, all children eat the food that is made at the center, the menu does not have all required components, and observation of the children's lunch does not support the supplement statement. Ensure menus are complete.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.4(a)(4) — For early childhood programs, the following shall apply for infants (under 18 months of age) and toddlers (18 months to 2½ years of age): if more than 12 infants or 20 toddlers occupy an individual room or a specific area within a large room, areas for up to 12 infants or 20 toddlers shall be defined by visible barriers, partitions, or any other room dividers or separations having a height above the eye level of the children who use those areas.
Ensure that group size limits for infants are adhered to at all times throughout the center. On the day of the inspection 15 older infants were observed all participating in the same activity.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.4(a)(2) — For early childhood programs, the following shall apply for infants (under 18 months of age) and toddlers (18 months to 2½ years of age): a group shall consist of four infants or six toddlers to whom a primary caregiver has been assigned.
Ensure that a primary caregiver is assigned to each group of four infants or six toddlers. Provide documentation.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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. Update as specific policies signatures have been not been secured as required.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 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.
Ensure that all staff are retrained in proper sanitation, washing hands, and disinfecting tables.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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, including training on supervising and tracking children. Retrain staff in ensuring that ratios are maintained.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.8(a)(3) — Topics of orientation training shall include implementing group size limits and primary caregiver responsibilities, as applicable, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.4.
Ensure that all staff complete retraining in implementing group size limits and primary caregiver responsibilities.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 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. Correct LHU certificate as it does not reflect the increase that the center acquired.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.11(b)(2) — When the center applies for a new license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that each staff member at least 18 years of age who is or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis completes the CHRI fingerprinting process specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a). Until the center receives the results of the CHRI background check for a new staff member from the Department of Human Services, the center shall ensure oversight of that person by another staff member and ensure that the person is not alone to supervise a child or group of children.
Ensure that all staff who do not have a completed CHRI background check are directly supervised by another staff member. New staff person observed coming back from diapering a child in a bathroom out of the classroom and alone.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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.
Ensure that all staff who do not have a completed CARI background check are directly supervised by another staff member. New staff person observed coming back from diapering a child in a bathroom out of the classroom and alone.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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 Information to Parents document and maintains on file signatures of all staff and families attesting to the receipt of the policy. This policy is not currently part of the enrollment or employment packet. Distribute to staff and parents and submit signature of receipt to OOL, and maintain on file.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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. Ensure staff do not repeatedly leave the room so as to not leave the classrooms out of ratio.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.4(a)(6)(i) — For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, kitchen facility requirements are as follows: the kitchen facility or food preparation area shall be separated from other areas of the center by a door, gate, screen, or other barrier to prevent accidental access by children.
Provide a barrier to the kitchen area to prevent accidental access by the children. The door to the kitchen is being kept open. Ensure that the door remains closed as it is next to a classroom and children can easily gain access.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 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 that the classrooms are equipped with a soft surface for infants to play on.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 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.
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. Ensure the fire drill times vary throughout the day.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 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
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(r) — The center shall take any steps required by the Office of Licensing to correct conditions in the building or center that may endanger the health, safety, and well-being of the children served.
Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. Ensure large buckets with toys are not kept on shelves within the reach of children and can be pulled down and fall on a child.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(r) — The center shall take any steps required by the Office of Licensing to correct conditions in the building or center that may endanger the health, safety, and well-being of the children served.
Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. Ensure infants are not placed in cribs to keep them stationary. Infants were observed in cribs for an extended period of time and only removed when pointed out to the staff that infants should not be placed in cribs until they are ready for nap.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(l)(1)(iii)(2) — Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating an alternate indoor location that operates during the same operating hours as the center. The center shall develop a written procedure for obtaining emergency transportation to the alternate location.
Ensure that the center develops a written procedure for obtaining emergency transportation to the alternate location. Secure in writing documentation that shows the center has transportation arrangements for that will accommodate the amount of children under the age of 3 and that they are available during the center's hours operation. Submit agreement to OOL.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 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, except during lunch and nap time. Ensure activity materials are kept within the reach of children. The learning activities in the infant room are not within reach unless placed so by the staff.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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.
Ensure that time frames for each activity are both age and developmentally appropriate for the children served. Infant toddler classes were observed to be in free for an extended period of time. A schedule was not available for review.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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, is limited to 30 minutes at a times. Infants were observed in bouncy seats for longer than 30 minutes and only removed once inspector remarked.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 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. Not available in the infant room.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.1(b)(7)(i) — The staff member(s) specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5 who are responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of the center's daily activities shall ensure that the use of a television, computers, and other video equipment shall be limited to educational and instructional use, shall be age and developmentally appropriate, and shall not be used as a substitute for planned activities or for passive viewing. Centers shall prohibit the use of television, computers, and other video equipment for children under the age of two.
Cease the use of television, computers, and other video equipment for children under the age of two. Current policy states that only children under the age 18 months will not view tv. Correct policy.
Yes
?Wed Apr 19 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(i) — For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: the center shall develop mutually with each child's parent(s) and follow a feeding plan regarding the feeding schedule, specific formula, breastfeeding arrangements and accommodations, and/or expressed breast milk, nutritional needs, and introduction of new food for each child.
Ensure that each child under 12 months of age has a written feeding plan. Ensure all children under the age of 18 months have a feeding plan on site and within the classroom that they are in, and that they are updated regularly to reflect the child's change in needs based on growth and development.
Yes
?Mon Nov 07 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.4(a)(1) — For early childhood programs, the center shall provide opportunities for daily rest and sleep as follows: for children 12 months of age and younger, the center shall ensure that each child is initially placed in a face-up sleeping position unless a different position is indicated in writing by the child's health care provider.
Ensure that children under 12 months of age are placed in a face-up position in their sleeping equipment, unless it is contraindicated in writing by the child's health care provider. On the day if the inspection observation indicated that five infants under the age of 6 months were all placed on their belly's for nap.
Yes
?Mon Nov 07 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.4(i) — Children shall not use pacifiers with straps or other types of attachment devices.
Cease the use of pacifier straps or other types of attachment devices. On the day of the inspection an infant was observed in their crib with a pacifier equipped with a pacifier strap.
Yes
?Mon Nov 07 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.2(a)(1) — The center shall provide a supply of age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate program equipment including play equipment, child-size furniture and supplies that are sufficient to meet the daily activity needs of the children and the program.
Ensure that the center has an adequate supply of materials to meet the daily activity needs of the children and the program. Ensure children are using chairs that are age appropriate. On the day of the inspection observation indicated in several classrooms that some children are using chairs that are too big for them. Children's feet should be on the floor when sitting on a chair.
Yes
?Wed Jul 27 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.3(a) — The children shall be supervised directly by a staff member at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Toileting procedures shall be supervised by a staff member as appropriate for the ages and developmental needs of the children.
Ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. On the day of the inspection observation indicated that staff were absorbed in conversation and not supervising the children. Ensure children are supervised at all times.
Yes
?Wed Jul 27 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — 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).
Ensure that all Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan and that two are present when required. ensure the center acquires a detailed special care plan from the child's specialist on how to handle a diabetic child who wears a monitoring device. The child currently attend s the center and the center has not secured this special care plan nor any instructions from the child's parent.
Yes
?Wed Jul 27 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.5(b)(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.
Ensure that staff designated to perform health care procedures are trained in doing so and that at least two staff members at the center have received the training. Ensure staff are trained to respond to a named child that has a glucose monitoring device attached to their leg. Document training and submit training with staff signatures to OOL.
Yes
?Wed Jul 27 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.1(b)(4) — 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 both staff-directed and child-selected activities are provided.
Ensure that both staff-directed and child-selected activities are provided throughout the center. On the day of the inspection children were observed on the playground without any activities. Staff were either holding the children on their laps or in strollers.
Yes
?Wed Jul 27 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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.
Ensure that age appropriate times frames are provided for each activity. Toddlers were in free play outside for an hour without any definitive or interactive activities.
Yes
?Wed Jul 27 2022 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 all outdoor hazards are removed as required. ensure the brick encase posts within the playground area are wrapped. The posts have sharp edges and the brick is rough.
Yes
?Wed Jul 27 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.4(a)(4) — For early childhood programs, the following shall apply for infants (under 18 months of age) and toddlers (18 months to 2½ years of age): if more than 12 infants or 20 toddlers occupy an individual room or a specific area within a large room, areas for up to 12 infants or 20 toddlers shall be defined by visible barriers, partitions, or any other room dividers or separations having a height above the eye level of the children who use those areas.
Ensure that group size limits for infants are adhered to at all times throughout the center. On the day of the inspection there were 29 toddlers engaged in free play. Ensure group sizes are adhered to at all times.
Yes
?Wed Jul 27 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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. Ensure staff are adequately supervising children. On the day of the inspection staff did not see when children were drinking out of play cups from the water table that was being used by numerous children.
Yes
?Mon May 09 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(vi) — For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: a child who, because of age or developmental readiness, no longer needs to be held for feeding shall be provided with an infant seat, high chair with safety strap, or other age-appropriate seating apparatus, which meets the standards of a recognized safety organization (such as the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association, the American Society for Testing and Materials, or the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission).
Ensure that age and developmentally appropriate seating is provided for all children who no longer need to be held for feeding.
Yes
?Mon May 09 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(4) — 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, refrigerated breast milk shall be used within 24 hours.
Ensure that refrigerated breast milk is used within 24 hours.
Yes
?Mon May 09 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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, including training on supervising and tracking children.
Yes
?Mon May 09 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(ii)(3) — For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, diapering area and surface requirements are as follows, the diapering surface shall be flat, smooth, clean, dry, non-absorbent, and in good repair.
Ensure that diapering surfaces are flat, smooth, clean, dry, non-absorbent and in good repair.
Yes
?Mon May 09 2022 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 May 09 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(i) — Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before preparing or serving food.
Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately before preparing or serving food.
Yes
?Mon May 09 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(i) — For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: the center shall develop mutually with each child's parent(s) and follow a feeding plan regarding the feeding schedule, specific formula, breastfeeding arrangements and accommodations, and/or expressed breast milk, nutritional needs, and introduction of new food for each child.
Ensure that each child under 12 months of age has a written feeding plan.
Yes
?Mon May 09 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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.
Yes
?Mon May 09 2022 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.
Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including understanding center operations, policies and procedures.
Yes
?Mon May 09 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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. On the day of the inspection there were 2 staff with 9 infants when a third staff person was needed. The third staff person had left the building to have her fingerprints done and no one was sent to the classroom to cover ratios. 7/27/22 staff are leaving the infant room to change diapers and leaving the classroom out of ratio.
Yes
?Mon May 09 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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. On the day of the inspection a staff person sent a child back to the classroom from the bathroom and he was out of the line of sight.
Yes
?Mon May 09 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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. On the day of the inspection a staff person repeatedly left the classroom to get lunches for the children when the food could have been served from the classroom. There was only one staff person left to supervise 18 children.
Yes
?Mon May 09 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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.
Yes
?Mon May 09 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) — The sponsor or sponsor representative, and each staff member shall complete a signed consent form provided by the Department that indicates the identifying information necessary to conduct a CARI background check, including the person’s name, address, date of birth, sex, race, and Social Security number. Pursuant to the Federal Privacy Act of 1974 (P.L. 93-579), the Department shall advise each such person that the disclosure of his or her Social Security number is voluntary, and that the Social Security number will only be used for the purpose of conducting a CARI background check.
Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire.
Yes
?Mon May 09 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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.
Ensure that all staff who do not have a completed CARI background check are directly supervised by another staff member.
Yes
?Mon May 09 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.11(b)(2) — When the center applies for a new license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that each staff member at least 18 years of age who is or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis completes the CHRI fingerprinting process specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a). Until the center receives the results of the CHRI background check for a new staff member from the Department of Human Services, the center shall ensure oversight of that person by another staff member and ensure that the person is not alone to supervise a child or group of children.
Ensure that all staff who do not have a completed CHRI background check are directly supervised by another staff member.
Yes
?Mon May 09 2022 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 have not completed the required orientation training are directly supervised by another staff member.
Yes
?Mon May 09 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(ii) — 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.
Yes
?Mon May 09 2022 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.
Yes
?Sun May 08 2022 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. Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required for the center's license renewal.
Yes
?Sun May 08 2022 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 Mar 14 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.4(b)(2)(i) — The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children over the age of 12 months and under the age of five years, the center shall provide for each child a crib that complies with the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC), Federal Safety Standards for Full-Size and Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs; 16 CRF 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at http://www.cpsc.gov/businfo/frnotices/fr11/cribfinal.pdf, playpen, cot, mat, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirements: for children over the age of 12 months and under the age of five years, the center shall provide for each child a crib that complies with the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC), Federal Safety Standards for Full-Size and Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs; 16 CRF 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at http://www.cpsc.gov/businfo/frnotices/fr11/cribfinal.pdf, playpen, cot, mat, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirements: Each cot used for children between 13 and 18 months of age shall not exceed 14 inches above the floor level.
Ensure that approved sleeping equipment is provided for each child as required. Ensure mats used for sleep are a minimum of 1 inch thick.
Yes
?Mon Mar 14 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(d)(1) — Heating requirements are as follows: a minimum temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit shall be maintained in all areas used by children, including, but not limited to, classrooms and bathrooms.
Ensure that a minimum temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit is maintained in all areas used by the children. Ensure heaters are installed in the stairwells of the new addition to the building. Currently there is no source of heat to maintain the stairwells at a minimum of 68 degrees as required.
Yes
?Mon Mar 14 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 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, including training on supervising and tracking children. Ensure all staff are retrained on the flowing topics: tracking, not sitting on the playground while supervising children, maintaining ratios during nap, dating all baby bottles, and no usage of blankets in cribs for children under the age of 12 months.
Yes
?Mon Mar 14 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(ii) — The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, the center shall provide for each child a crib, that complies with the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) Federal Safety Standards for Full- Size and Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs; 16 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that sleeping equipment shall be free of pillows and soft bedding, including, but not limited to bumper pads, when occupied by a sleeping child.
Ensure that all sleeping equipment is free of pillows and soft bedding when occupied by a sleeping child. On the day of the inspection a baby was observed sleeping in their crib wrapped in a blanket and he was not yet 12 months old.
Yes

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