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The Salvation Army Day Care Center

Child care center · 95 Spring Street, Morristown, NJ 07960 · License 14SAL0001

0Compliance score
Poor

Capacity 85. 0 to 6 Grow NJ Kids: Level 3

Violation history (44)

Severity	Date	Standard / narrative	Corrected
?	Thu May 29 2025 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
?	Thu May 29 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.2(a)(8) — The center shall obtain a Life Hazard Use Registration certificate applicable to the center’s licensed capacity and ages served pursuant to the Uniform Fire Safety Act, N.J.S.A. 52:27D-192 et seq. The center shall post this document in a prominent location within the center. Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served.	Yes
?	Thu May 29 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 replacing the stained ceiling tile in the upstairs men's room.	Yes
?	Thu May 29 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 replacing the stained ceiling tile in the bathroom of Room 4.	Yes
?	Thu May 29 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 replacing the stained ceiling tile by the sink in Room 5.	Yes
?	Thu May 29 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 replacing the broken wall tile in the bathroom of Room 4.	Yes
?	Thu May 29 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 replacing or repairing the green plastic chair in Room 4.	Yes
?	Thu May 29 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 providing a cover for the bathroom light in Room 4 or provide proof of a shatter proof light bulb.	Yes
?	Thu May 29 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(q)(3) — 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. Post a diagram of all approved areas and ensure that all rooms approved for use by children are labeled with classroom numbers as on the map with Rooms 1-6.	Yes
?	Thu May 29 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 wiping their noses.	Yes
?	Thu May 29 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(b)(3)(i) — Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the building structure shall be maintained to prevent water from entering; excessive drafts or heat loss; and infestation from rodents and insects. Maintain the building structure to prevent water from entering. The center shall provide documentation that the roof is secure with the multiple ceiling tile leaks.	Yes
?	Tue Jul 25 2023 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. One staff is still conditionally cleared.	Yes
?	Tue Jul 25 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.	Yes
?	Wed Jul 27 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(d)(2) — Heating requirements are as follows: steam and hot water pipes and radiators shall be protected by screens, guards, insulation, or any other suitable, non-combustible protective device. Provide protective covers for pipes under the Room 4 bathroom sink.	Yes
?	Fri Jul 22 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: level the section of wood panels along the side of the playground to eliminate protrusion/tripping hazard.	Yes
?	Fri Jul 22 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 the Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL to include dates of outstanding CARI and CHRI clearances and records of medical exams and Mantoux results.	Yes
?	Fri Jul 22 2022 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. 9/19/22 One CARI Clearance is outstanding. 11/30/22- One CARI Clearance is outstanding.	Yes
?	Fri Jul 22 2022 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. Ensure that all ceiling tiles are kept clean and in good repair: replace the stained ceiling tile in the girls bathroom.	Yes
?	Fri Jul 22 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: 6 CHRI clearances are outstanding. 9/19/2022 2 CHRI Clearances are outstanding. 11/30/22-2 CHRI Clearances are outstanding.	Yes
?	Fri Jul 22 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 toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks and other plumbing are maintained in operating and sanitary condition: thoroughly clean the base of the toilet and surrounding floor area in the Room 4 bathroom.	Yes
?	Fri Jul 22 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-7.6(b)(1) — 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: the name of the injured child. Ensure that accident/injury reports are completed in entirety and include documentation of information for all required fields. Conduct staff training.	Yes
?	Tue Jun 08 2021 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. Per the NJ Department of Health COVID-19 Public Health Recommendations pursuant to Executive Order No. 149, field trips and other off-site activities are prohibited, with the exception of off-site activities within walking distance of the facility, if social distancing can be maintained throughout: the use of playground equipment is prohibited. Cease the use of playground equipment in community parks.	Yes
?	Mon Feb 08 2021 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(i)(8) — Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center, and, as determined by the Office of Licensing, on a case-by-case basis, the facility operator shall submit to the Office of Licensing a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the Department of Health that indicates that no further remediation is needed for the interior of the building in which the center is located. Obtain a Safe Building Interior Certification: current certificate expired 6/12/2020.	Yes
?	Thu Sep 24 2020 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.3(i)(8) — Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center, and, as determined by the Office of Licensing, on a case-by-case basis, the facility operator shall submit to the Office of Licensing a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the Department of Health that indicates that no further remediation is needed for the interior of the building in which the center is located. Obtain a Safe Building Interior Certification: current certificate expired 6/12/2020.	Yes
?	Wed Sep 04 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 broken and missing floor tiles in the gym.	Yes
?	Fri Aug 02 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. Three Renewal CARI clearances are outstanding.	Yes
?	Fri May 10 2019 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-6.8(k)(6) — The center shall develop and follow a written policy on the use of social media including, but not limited to the guidelines for parents, including but not limited to, prohibiting the posting of photographs or videos of any child other than their own. Update policy to include guidelines for parents.	Yes
?	Fri May 10 2019 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.	Yes
?	Fri May 10 2019 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-5.4(a)(3) — For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, crawl spaces, attic spaces, and all doors and windows used for natural ventilation shall be provided with insect screening. Secure the screen in Toddlers/Room 2.	Yes
?	Fri May 10 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. Provide protective covers for electrical outlets as needed throughout the center.	Yes
?	Fri May 10 2019 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. Thoroughly clean the base/underside of the diaper changing surface in Todders/Room 1.	Yes
?	Fri May 10 2019 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 in Toddlers/Room 2, wash their hands with soap and running water after changing diapers.	Yes
?	Fri May 10 2019 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iv) — 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, toys mouthed by infants and toddlers before being given to another child. Ensure that toys mouthed by infants are washed and sanitized after each use.	Yes
?	Fri May 10 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 that diapering surfaces are washed and disinfected after each use in toddler classrooms.	Yes
?	Fri May 10 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.	Yes
?	Fri May 10 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. Replace non-working fluorescent tubes in Room 5 (above the sink), Room 6, and elsewhere as needed throughout the center. NOTE: Room 5 abated 8/2/19.	Yes
?	Fri May 10 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. Clean the area around the donation bins in the parking lot to eliminate the accumulated debris on the ground.	Yes
?	Fri May 10 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. Thoroughly clean the bathroom in Room 4/Dining and Activities Area, and remove items being stored in the bathroom. NOTE: 8/2/19 Cleaning complete; eliminate use of space for storage.	Yes
?	Fri May 10 2019 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. Eliminate the peeling paint and residue on the concrete wall in the gym, and under the window in Room 6. Gym wall abated 6/17/19. Eliminate peeling paint on the Toddler 1 classroom door. (Cited 6/17/19) Abated 8/2/19.	Yes
?	Fri May 10 2019 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. Remove the debris and overgrown vegetation along the egress path of the gym’s emergency exit. (Abated 6/17/19) Develop and implement procedures to ensure that staff have access to the key for the gate leading out of the gym’s emergency exit area.	Yes
?	Fri May 10 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. Secure the mirror in Infants/Room 3. Secure the mirror in the Girls’ Bathroom. Abated 8/2/19 Secure the mirror in the Boys’ Bathroom. Abated 8/2/19 Anchor/stabilize the dramatic play unit in Toddlers/Room 1. Anchor/stabilize the cubby unit in Room 6. Repair the base of the manipulatives shelf in Toddlers/Room 1 to eliminate the loose pieces of particle board. Remove the foam blocks in Infants/Room 3 that show signs of disintegration to eliminate a potential hazard when mouthed by children. Abated 8/2/19 Repair the base of the equipment shelf near the door in Toddlers/Room 2, to eliminate exposed pieces of Styrofoam. Cited 9/4/19	Yes
?	Fri May 10 2019 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.	Yes
?	Fri May 10 2019 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)	3A:52-7.11(a)(3) — Each center shall develop a written policy on the management of communicable diseases. This policy shall include the following: assurance that during any outbreak of an excludable disease at the center, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1(d), each parent whose child may have been exposed to the disease shall receive a written notice of the outbreak. Update the center’s policy on communicable disease management to include all required components.	Yes
?	Wed Apr 17 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. Based on complaint #230, ensure that children in Room 6 are directly supervised at all times, including when using the hallway bathroom.	Yes

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

Inspections (41)

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

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