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SchoolDays Rock DayCare Center

Child care center · 393-395 Roseville Avenue, Newark, NJ 07107 · License 100400149

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Capacity 33. 0 to 13

Violation history (121)

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?Fri Sep 26 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.
Ensure to clean and maintain the mechanical ventilation in the bathroom.		 Yes
?Fri Sep 26 2025 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.		 Yes
?Fri Sep 26 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.1(f) — Prepare and maintain on file a written outline of the center's daily activities
Ensure that a written outline of daily activities include gross motor play in Room 2.		 Yes
?Wed Feb 28 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 assisting a child in toileting in classroom 2.		 Yes
?Wed Feb 28 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 having their diaper changed in classroom 2.		 Yes
?Wed Feb 28 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 in classroom 2.		 Yes
?Wed Feb 28 2024 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 child-sized furniture and an adequate supply of materials to meet the daily activity needs of the children in classroom 2.		 Yes
?Wed Feb 28 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.1(b)(5)(ii) — 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 are provided with the time and space within the area to be apart from the group and to participate in an alternate activity if they choose to do so.
Ensure that children in classroom 1 are provided with time and space within the classroom to be apart from the group and the opportunity to participate in an alternate activity if they choose to do so.		 Yes
?Wed Feb 28 2024 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.
Ensure that all 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 in classroom 2.		 Yes
?Wed Feb 28 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
?Wed Feb 28 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.
Ensure that 1 named staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including understanding center operations, policies and procedures.		 Yes
?Wed Mar 15 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(f)(2) — Toilet facility requirements are as follows: mirrors, dispensers, and other equipment shall be fastened securely.
Secure the sink in the boys bathroom.		 Yes
?Wed Mar 15 2023 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 the curtains in room 1 so they are inaccessible to the children.		 Yes
?Wed Mar 15 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.
Repair the fence surrounding the outdoor play area is maintained in good condition.		 Yes
?Wed Mar 15 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. In room 1, there were 2 children under 12 months old, 5 children age 4 years old, and 6 children over 5 years old and 1 staff present. One additional staff member was needed to meet the minimum required staff/child ratio.		 Yes
?Wed Mar 15 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 that safety straps are fastened while children are utilizing the high chairs. Ensure that the safety straps on the highchairs in room 2 are in use while occupied by a child.		 Yes
?Mon Sep 26 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 the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. At the time of the inspection a sleeping child was in an unsecured crib with a missing wheel.		 Yes
?Mon Sep 26 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. Two staff members were required in room one wherein only 1 staff was present with 16 children.		 Yes
?Mon Aug 01 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(a)(9) — Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.
Ensure that portable sink in room 1 is maintained and log is updated according to manufacture instructions.		 Yes
?Mon Aug 01 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(a)(16)(i) — Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of excessive peeling or chipped paint.
Repair and/or paint the railings and floor of back exit steps.		 Yes
?Mon Aug 01 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage.
Eliminate moisture resulting from leaks or seepage in ceiling of boys bathroom.		 Yes
?Mon Aug 01 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.
Ensure that all playground equipment meets public playground design standards (ASTM F-1487). Pertaining to alligator equipment.		 Yes
?Mon Aug 01 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.
Ensure that the center conducts at least two lockdown drills per year during each session provided at the center and maintains records of the drills on file.		 Yes
?Mon Aug 01 2022 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.		 Yes
?Mon Aug 01 2022 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
?Mon Aug 01 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.6(c)(1) — For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: for all centers, the head teacher or consulting head teacher shall meet the qualification requirements specified in one of the seven options set forth in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(c) for education and experience.
Ensure that the head teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.		 Yes
?Mon Aug 01 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.6(c)(1) — For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: for all centers, the head teacher or consulting head teacher shall meet the qualification requirements specified in one of the seven options set forth in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(c) for education and experience.
Ensure that the head teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.		 Yes
?Mon Aug 01 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 for the center's license renewal. Two staff outstanding.		 Yes
?Mon Jun 27 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. At the time of the inspection 22 children were present in room 1 wherein the capacity is 21.		 Yes
?Mon Jun 27 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. Staff kept walking out of the classrooms leaving children alone throughout the center.		 Yes
?Mon Jun 27 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.3(a)(2) — The center shall ensure that all staff members are trained in the method of keeping track of children and know how many children are in their care at all times.
Ensure that all staff have completed training pertaining to the center's policies and procedures for tracking children and are aware of the number of children in their care at all times. Staff stated there were 10 children wherein only 9 children were present in room 2.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 2022 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
?Thu Apr 21 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.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 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, including while away from the center. A named staff lost sight of a named child at a pick up point for approximately 10 minutes.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 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. A child notified the inspector that an infant had a toy noodle in their mouth.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 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. Staff kept walking out of the room leaving the children alone.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 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 from an outside source on 1. Providing adequate supervision while away from the center and 2. DCF regulations for transporting children.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 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. Staff walked out of room leaving 26 children ages 3 months to 5 years with one staff member wherein 3 staff were required.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 2022 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.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 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.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 2022 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.
Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 2022 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 there are no screws sticking out of the shelf in room 1.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 2022 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 there are no staples sticking out of the back of the shelves in room 1.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 2022 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.
Ensure that at least two staff have current first aid and CPR certifications and are present at all times at the center.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 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
?Thu Apr 21 2022 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.
Provide protective guards for all windows and other glass surfaces not made of safety glass and that are located within 36 inches above the floor pertaining to room 1.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.2(b) — An applicant seeking a license or a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval to operate a center shall comply with all applicable provisions of the New Jersey Uniform Fire Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:70 and hereinafter referred to as the NJUFC. The center shall obtain the building's fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, reflecting the center's compliance with all applicable provisions of the NJUFC. The center shall maintain on file the building's fire safety inspection certificate.
Ensure that the center's fire protective systems are operative at all times.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.8(g)(3) — The center shall maintain on file documentation of the date, time, topic, presenter, and attendance for all staff development and orientation completed by center staff members. The center shall record each staff member’s completion of staff development and orientation on the Staff Records Checklist, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(b).
Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually and that the completion of the training is documented on the Staff Records Checklist.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 2022 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 back exit door is fully operable.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 2022 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 gate leading to the side walkway egress is fully operable.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-221 — Cease the transportation of children in vehicles which violate MVC and DCF regulations.
Based on information, cease the transportation of children in vehicles which violate MVC and DCF regulations.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 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
?Thu Apr 21 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. Children washed hands and then played with toys prior to eating.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.3(a)(11)(vi) — All centers shall comply with the following requirements, unless contraindicated by the parent or health care provider, the center shall ensure that food and beverages are in accordance with minimum Child and Adult Care Food Program's (CACFP) standards, contained in the Child and Adult Care Food Program, 7 CFR 226.20, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained at http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/care/childcare.htm, including portion size and nutritional value.
Ensure that all food and beverages provided by the center comply with the minimum CACFP standards.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 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. Children over 18 months were seated at an infant feeding table.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.8(a)(7)(ii) — 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 health information for each child, as follows: for school-age child care programs, a record of the parent’s statement concerning the child’s health, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(b).
Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a children's records checklist, including a statement of good health from the parents for school age child care programs.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 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 staff have adequate classroom management and supervision at all times. At the time of the inspection, children were observed physically hurting other children.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 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. At the time of the inspection 26 children were present in room 2 wherein the capacity is 12.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 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
?Thu Apr 21 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 all children seated in chairs are strapped in according to manufactures instructions.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 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 walking or climbing across furniture.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.5(a)(1) — For school-age child care programs, the following shall apply, all lally columns in areas used by the children shall have protective padding around them from the floor to a height of at least 72 inches.
Ensure that all lally columns in areas used by children have protective padding from the floor to a height of at least 72 inches in room 1.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 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 time frames are provided for each activity. Children were seated at the table for an extended period of time without activity.		 Yes
?Thu Apr 21 2022 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.		 Yes
?Thu Jul 16 2020 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
Based on information, ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center.		 Yes
?Thu Jul 16 2020 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. Staff were unable to explain a bruise sustained by the named child.		 Yes
?Thu Jul 16 2020 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; 2. Maintaining adequate staff/child ratios.		 Yes
?Tue Jan 21 2020 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 there is enough staff present at all times to maintain ratio in room 2. One staff was present with 13 children wherein 2 staff were required.		 Yes
?Fri Dec 13 2019 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 there are enough staff present at all times to maintain ratio in all classrooms. Staff kept walking out of the rooms leaving one staff member present wherein two staff members were required.		 Yes
?Fri Dec 13 2019 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 staff members have all clearances and completed orientation before being left alone with children in rooms 1 and 2.		 Yes
?Tue Sep 03 2019 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 staff maintain ratio at all times. One staff member was left alone with 11 children 1.5-2.5 wherein two staff members were required in room 2.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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 1.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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.
Obtain a current life hazard use certificate.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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 children are supervised at all times. Children were walking to the other classroom alone.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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 staff are not left alone with children until they have all clearances in room 2.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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 all staff complete renewal CARI's.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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.
Ensure staff complete CPR first aid training.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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 children do not exceed the weight limit of the diaper changing table.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.1(f) — The staff member(s) specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(b) shall prepare and maintain on file a written outline of the center's daily activities, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(a) through (d) and (g) and (h).
Maintain an outline of the daily schedule.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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 outlets accessible to the children have covers.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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 wear shoes throughout the center. Ensure staff do not step away from children on the changing table.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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 sheets are tight in the cribs in room 1.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.4(b)(2)(iii)(4) — 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: each mat used for rest and sleep shall be 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 blankets do not come in contact with other children in room 1.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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 staff do not yell at children or threaten to take away toys in room 1.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.8(a)(1) — 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 child's name, address, birth date, and date of enrollment.
Update and maintain a Children's Record Checklist.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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.
Ensure there are enough supplies in rooms 1 and 2.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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 activities throughout the center are age appropriate.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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 diaper changing pads are washed and disinfected after each use.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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 there are enough activities in the infant area.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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.
Ensure parents are notified immediately of head injuries.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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 children wash their hands after diaper changes in room 2.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(ii) — Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after toileting.
Ensure staff wash their hands after diaper changes in room 2.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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.
Replace mulch on outdoor play area.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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 cleaners are inaccessible to the children in the bathroom.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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 vegetation from outdoor play area.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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 outdoor play area is free of tripping hazards.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.
Ensure vents are free of dust throughout the center.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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.
Ensure the bathroom has light.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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.
Ensure center completes Drinking Water Checklist and Statement of Assurance.		 Yes
?Tue Aug 20 2019 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 the back exit is not locked with a chain.- abated 8/20/19 Ensure the back egress is clear of clutter. Ensure the side egress is free of furniture and clutter.		 Yes

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