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Tra-Cee Nursery School, Inc.

Child care center · 337 Mantua Ave, Paulsboro, NJ 08066 · License 08TRA0002

0Compliance score
Poor

Capacity 30. 0 to 13

Violation history (30)

Severity	Date	Standard / narrative	Corrected
?	Fri Nov 07 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(o)(1) — First aid requirements are as follows: at least two staff members who have current certified basic knowledge of first aid principles and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as defined by a recognized health organization (such as the American Red Cross), shall be in the center at all times when enrolled children are present. The first aid and CPR training shall include a hands-on training component in addition to any online training coursework. Ensure that at least two staff members who have current pediatric first aid and CPR certifications are present at the center at all times and that the training includes a hands-on component in addition to any online training.	Yes
?	Fri Nov 07 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-4.6(b) — The director shall meet the following qualification requirements for early childhood programs licensed to serve more than 30 children, the director shall meet the qualification requirements as specified in N.J.A.C 3A:52-4.6(b) for education and experience. Provide documentation that the director meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.	Yes
?	Fri Nov 07 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 in room 2.	Yes
?	Mon Mar 11 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. Sand and paint the rusted bathroom sink pipe fixtures in the bathroom.	Yes
?	Mon Mar 11 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(h)(2)(ii) — 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 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. Submit a lead paint risk assessment as required for renewal.	Yes
?	Mon Mar 11 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 Mar 11 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 submit a CARI background check upon renewal.	Yes
?	Mon Mar 11 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(a)(4) — Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. Ensure that all carpeting is securely fastened to the floor, without frayed edges.	Yes
?	Tue Oct 24 2023 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 non absorbent in room 3, wherein there was a cloth sheet over the diaper pad.	Yes
?	Tue Oct 24 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. Provide and maintain the resilient surfacing and use zones under all play equipment as required. Ensure children do not play on the climbing equipment until resilient surfacing is replaced. Please provide a memorandum of understanding stating the center will not allow children to play on the climbing equipment.	Yes
?	Tue Oct 24 2023 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 the stained ceiling tiles throughout the center.	Yes
?	Tue Oct 24 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(a)(11) — Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all windows and other glass surfaces that are not made of safety glass and that are located within 36 inches above the floor shall have protective guards. Remove all mirrors in the reach of children throughout the center that are not made of safety glass.	Yes
?	Tue Oct 24 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) — For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: for bottles, each child's bottle(s) shall be labeled with the child's name and dated. Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date in room 3.	Yes
?	Mon Apr 25 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-4.8(a)(9) — Topics of orientation training shall include implementing safe sleep practices to prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including implementing safe sleep practices to prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.	Yes
?	Mon Apr 25 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 sleeping equipment is free of pillows, soft bedding, bumpers and other hazards when occupied by a sleeping child.	Yes
?	Mon Apr 04 2022 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. Based on information, provide a Corrective Action Plan to DCF as required.	Yes
?	Mon Apr 04 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(a)(4) — Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. Based on information, ensure that all carpeting is secured as needed and not a tripping hazard.	Yes
?	Mon Apr 04 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). Based on information, retrain all staff on 1. The center's supervision policy and 2. Providing proper structure to the classrooms.	Yes
?	Mon Apr 04 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). Upload a current staff records checklist to NJCCIS.	Yes
?	Mon Apr 04 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. Based on information, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. Three named staff were preoccupied when a named child was running around and then tripped over a carpet, hitting his head on a bookshelf. Additionally, one of the named staff was observed using her cell phone and having her back turned while caring for the children.	Yes
?	Mon Apr 04 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. Based on information, ensure that staff provide proper structure for the children at all times throughout the center. Students were observed running all around the classroom without any redirection from the staff.	Yes
?	Mon Apr 04 2022 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. Upload current fire drill logs to NJCCIS.	Yes
?	Mon Apr 04 2022 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 tables, cribs, cots and sleeping equipment are arranged to provide access to a three foot wide aisle that leads to an exit.	Yes
?	Mon Apr 04 2022 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. Upload current lock down drills to NJCCIS.	Yes
?	Mon Apr 04 2022 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. Provide and maintain the resilient surfacing and use zones under all play equipment as required.	Yes
?	Mon Jan 24 2022 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 children are not sleeping on the same cot during naptime. .	Yes
?	Mon Nov 22 2021 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-4.8(a)(8) — Topics of orientation training shall include 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. Ensure that all staff complete retraining on completing accident reports and notifying parents immediately of head and facial injuries.	Yes
?	Mon Nov 22 2021 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-7.6(b)(6)(ii) — The center shall maintain on file a written record of each incident resulting in an injury as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(a). These records shall include the following: a written description of the injury to the child. Based on complaint 19869 complete accident reports as required, including a written description of the injury to the child.	Yes
?	Mon Nov 22 2021 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-7.6(a)(2) — The center shall take immediate necessary action to protect the child from further harm and shall immediately notify the child's parent(s) when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head. Based on complaint 19869 ensure that parents are notified immediately when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head.	Yes
?	Mon May 24 2021 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(h)(2)(ii) — 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 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.	Yes

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

Inspections (17)

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

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