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Second Home Child Care Center

Child care center · 208 Route 519, Wantage, NJ 07461 · License 19SEC0001

0Compliance score
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Capacity 75. 0 to 13 Grow NJ Kids: Level 4

Violation history (79)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
?Wed Oct 01 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.6(a) — (a) The center shall take immediate necessary action to protect the child from further harm and shall immediately notify the child's parent(s) when one of the following occurs while the child is in the center’s care: 1. A child is bitten and the skin is broken; 2. A child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head; 3. A child falls from a height greater than the height of the child; or 4. An injury requiring professional medical care occurs.
Ensure that parents are notified immediately when: a child is bitten and the skin is broken; a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head; a child falls from a height greater than the height of the child; or an injury requiring professional medical care occurs. A child was observed bumping her head in Room 3 and parental notification did not occur in a timely manner.		 Yes
?Wed Oct 01 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 all components of a meal are served to children at once in Room 4.		 Yes
?Wed Oct 01 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(i)(1) — diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, staff members shall ensure that each child's diaper is changed when wet or soiled; staff member shall ensure each child's bottom is washed and dried during each diaper change with an individual disposable wash cloth, paper towel, or disposable diaper wipes.
Ensure that children's diapers are changed as required in Room 4.		 Yes
?Wed Oct 01 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(vi) — 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
Provide age-appropriate seating for children in Room 4.		 Yes
?Wed Oct 01 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) — Tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal.
Ensure tables are washed and disinfected before each meal in Room 5.		 Yes
?Wed Oct 01 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. This includes underneath the pad in Room 5.		 Yes
?Wed Oct 01 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
?Wed Oct 01 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(a)(17) — 17. All televisions and computers shall be secured on a stable surface and shelving shall be secured and not be overloaded. 18. Ensure that microwave ovens, toaster ovens, and other portable devices used to heat or prepare food are out of children's reach, secured on a stable surface, and not in use when children are in the area in order to ensure the safety of children.
Ensure that microwaves are secured to a stable surface in Rooms 1 and 4.		 Yes
?Wed Oct 01 2025 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.
Provide and maintain a fence for the center's outdoor play area and ensure the area is fully enclosed to prevent accidental access to outdoor hazards.		 Yes
?Wed Oct 01 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) — Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11.
Replenish resilient surfacing as required in all play equipment use zones in accordance with ASTM F1292.		 Yes
?Wed Oct 01 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 in Room 4.		 Yes
?Wed Oct 01 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.1(d) — the Staff Records Checklist for the current director and all staff members currently working at the center shall be maintained on file at the center.
Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.		 Yes
?Wed Oct 01 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.10(a) — As a condition of securing a new or renewal license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall provide for himself or herself, and shall obtain from all staff members who are or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis, written consent for the Department to conduct a Child Abuse Record Information (CARI) background check to determine whether an incident of child abuse or neglect has been substantiated against any such person. If a staff member refused to consent to a CARI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediately terminate the staff member's employment at the center.
Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff for the center's license renewal for 8 named staff.		 Yes
?Wed Oct 01 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(vi) — 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
Provide age-appropriate seating for children who no longer need to be held for feeding. Ensure infants who are able to hold their own bottles are placed in age appropriate seating.		 Yes
?Wed Oct 01 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(ii)(3) — 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. Repair or replace the torn diaper changing pad in Room 2.		 Yes
?Wed Oct 01 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(ii) — If the results reveal elevated levels of lead or copper as defined by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Safe Drinking Water, which pose risk of harm to children, the center shall: immediately discontinue use of all drinking water sources in the building; provide bottled water for drinking; provide bottled water for food preparation with approval from the local health official; and notify parents of the children in attendance at the center.
Provide a letter of Acceptable Drinking Water Quality from the NJ DEP Bureau of Safe Drinking Water.		 Yes
?Wed Oct 01 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-3.4(a) — The sponsor or sponsor representative shall secure comprehensive general liability insurance coverage for the center and shall maintain on file a copy of the insurance policy or documentation of current insurance coverage.
Provide documentation that the center has current comprehensive general liability insurance coverage.		 Yes
?Wed Oct 01 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.5(b) — 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: Administration and control of prescription and non-prescription medicines and health care procedures (a) The center shall inform each child’s parent upon enrollment of its policy on administering medication and health care procedures to children, including the provisions specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b) to (d). The policy shall indicate: 1. Whether the center will administer non-prescription medication or a non-prescribed health care procedure to a child; 2. Whether the center will administer prescription medication or a prescribed health care procedure to a child with a short-term illness; and 3. That the center will provide reasonable accommodations for the administration of medication or health care procedures to a child with special needs, if failure to administer the medication or health care procedure would jeopardize the health of the child or prevent the child from attending the center. 1. Medication and health care procedures shall be administered only after receipt of written approval from the child's parent(s). 2. The center shall: i. Designate those staff members who are trained as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a)8 and authorized to administer medication or health care procedures to, or to supervise self-administration of medication or health care procedures by, those children whose parents authorize it; and ii. Ensure that each staff member designated to administer medication and health care procedures is informed of each child's medication and health care needs. 3. All medication and health care equipment shall be kept either in a locked cabinet or in an area that is inaccessible to the children. i. All medication shall be kept in its original container. ii. Medication shall be refrigerated if so indicated on the label. iii. Unused or expired medication and health care equipment shall be returned to the child’s parent or disposed of safely in a child-resistant waste receptacle when no longer being administered. 4. All prescription medication for a child shall be: i. Prescribed in the name of and specifically for the child; and ii. Stored in its prescription container, which has been labeled with the child's name, the name and expiration date of the medication, the date it was prescribed or updated and directions for its administration. 5. The center shall limit the dispensing of non-prescription over-the-counter medication to the following types of medicines, which shall be dispensed in accordance with the recommended dosage for the age and weight of the child, as indicated on the label: i. Antihistamines; ii. Cough suppressants'. Decongestants; iv. Non-aspirin fever reducers and pain relievers; and v. Topical preparations, such as sunscreen and diaper rash preparations. 6. The center may permit the dispensing of non-prescription medication other than those listed in (b)5 above, or according to instructions other than those indicated on the label, if the child's health care provider authorizes it in writing. 8. If a child has a chronic health condition requiring the administration of prescription or non-prescription medication or health care procedures on a long-term basis, the center shall obtain from the child’s parent a written statement from a health care provider, indicating: i. The name of the child; ii. The name of the medication or procedure; iii The condition or indications for administration of the medication or procedure; iv. The instructions for administration of the medication or procedure; and v. The name and telephone number of the health care provider. 11. The center shall inform the child’s parent immediately if a child exhibits any adverse effect of a medication or health care procedure. (c) For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: 1. The center shall ensure that all medication and health care procedures are administered by designated staff. (d) For school-age child care programs, the following shall apply: 1. Before the center administers or permits a child to self-administer medication or health care procedures, the center shall: i. Obtain written authorization for self-administration from the child's parent, if applicable; and ii. Ensure that the medication or health care procedure is administered by or under the supervision of authorized staff.
Develop and follow a policy for the administration of medication at the center. Obtain parental authorization for medication for two named children.		 Yes
?Wed Oct 01 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.5(b) — 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: Administration and control of prescription and non-prescription medicines and health care procedures (a) The center shall inform each child’s parent upon enrollment of its policy on administering medication and health care procedures to children, including the provisions specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b) to (d). The policy shall indicate: 1. Whether the center will administer non-prescription medication or a non-prescribed health care procedure to a child; 2. Whether the center will administer prescription medication or a prescribed health care procedure to a child with a short-term illness; and 3. That the center will provide reasonable accommodations for the administration of medication or health care procedures to a child with special needs, if failure to administer the medication or health care procedure would jeopardize the health of the child or prevent the child from attending the center. 1. Medication and health care procedures shall be administered only after receipt of written approval from the child's parent(s). 2. The center shall: i. Designate those staff members who are trained as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a)8 and authorized to administer medication or health care procedures to, or to supervise self-administration of medication or health care procedures by, those children whose parents authorize it; and ii. Ensure that each staff member designated to administer medication and health care procedures is informed of each child's medication and health care needs. 3. All medication and health care equipment shall be kept either in a locked cabinet or in an area that is inaccessible to the children. i. All medication shall be kept in its original container. ii. Medication shall be refrigerated if so indicated on the label. iii. Unused or expired medication and health care equipment shall be returned to the child’s parent or disposed of safely in a child-resistant waste receptacle when no longer being administered. 4. All prescription medication for a child shall be: i. Prescribed in the name of and specifically for the child; and ii. Stored in its prescription container, which has been labeled with the child's name, the name and expiration date of the medication, the date it was prescribed or updated and directions for its administration. 5. The center shall limit the dispensing of non-prescription over-the-counter medication to the following types of medicines, which shall be dispensed in accordance with the recommended dosage for the age and weight of the child, as indicated on the label: i. Antihistamines; ii. Cough suppressants'. Decongestants; iv. Non-aspirin fever reducers and pain relievers; and v. Topical preparations, such as sunscreen and diaper rash preparations. 6. The center may permit the dispensing of non-prescription medication other than those listed in (b)5 above, or according to instructions other than those indicated on the label, if the child's health care provider authorizes it in writing. 8. If a child has a chronic health condition requiring the administration of prescription or non-prescription medication or health care procedures on a long-term basis, the center shall obtain from the child’s parent a written statement from a health care provider, indicating: i. The name of the child; ii. The name of the medication or procedure; iii The condition or indications for administration of the medication or procedure; iv. The instructions for administration of the medication or procedure; and v. The name and telephone number of the health care provider. 11. The center shall inform the child’s parent immediately if a child exhibits any adverse effect of a medication or health care procedure. (c) For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: 1. The center shall ensure that all medication and health care procedures are administered by designated staff. (d) For school-age child care programs, the following shall apply: 1. Before the center administers or permits a child to self-administer medication or health care procedures, the center shall: i. Obtain written authorization for self-administration from the child's parent, if applicable; and ii. Ensure that the medication or health care procedure is administered by or under the supervision of authorized staff.
Develop and follow a policy for the administration of medication at the center. Ensure all medication required by a special care plan is obtained.		 Yes
?Wed Oct 01 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(a)(13) — the center shall ensure that window blind cords and other cords and ropes that present risk of harm are inaccessible to children.
Ensure that electrical cords are inaccessible to the children in Room 4.		 Yes
?Wed Mar 26 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.
Based on information, retrain all staff on the center's discipline policy.		 Yes
?Wed Mar 26 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) — Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11.
Ensure that resilient surfacing is maintained as required in use zones.		 Yes
?Wed Mar 26 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.6(a) — (a) The methods of guidance and discipline used shall: 1. Be positive; 2. Be consistent with the age and developmental needs of the children; and 3. Lead to the child's ability to develop and maintain self-control. (b) Staff members shall not discipline children for failing to eat or sleep or for soiling themselves. (c) Staff shall not withhold active play time as a means of discipline unless the child's actions or behavior present a danger to themselves or others. (d) Children may be removed from a group activity to another area, provided that the child so removed is either under the supervision of another staff member or continuously visible to a staff member.
Based on information, ensure that staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline. A named staff pushed a named child's head against the cot to force her to take a nap.		 Yes
?Wed Mar 26 2025 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 all illuminated exit signs and emergency lighting are operable at all times throughout the center.		 Yes
?Wed Mar 26 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-2.6(c) — Whenever the Department, through its Office of Licensing, Institutional Abuse Investigation Unit, or local offices, conducts complaint investigations, the center shall cooperate with all Department investigators.
Based on information, provide a Corrective Action Plan to DCF as required.		 Yes
?Tue Nov 26 2024 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. Based on information, ensure that adequate procedures for incidents are adhered to at all times, including recognizing and reporting possible incidents of child abuse and neglect.		 Yes
?Tue Nov 26 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.8(g)(1) — 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. For staff development provided by the center, the center shall maintain on file documentation or a copy of all staff development materials used.
Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, and that documentation is maintained on file at the center and includes the name of the person or organization that provided the training. Based on information, retrain all staff from an outside source on completing incident reports as required.		 Yes
?Tue Nov 26 2024 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. Based on information, provide a Corrective Action Plan to DCF as required		 Yes
?Tue Nov 26 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.6(b)(6) — 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 following: the incident; the injury to the child; the names of witnesses to the incident; and the follow-up action taken by the center, including: application of first aid; and consultation or treatment by a licensed physician or other health care provider, if applicable.
Ensure accident report description includes: the incident; the injury to the child; the names of witnesses to the incident; and the follow-up action taken by the center including the application of first aid and consultation or treatment by a licensed physician or other health care provider, if applicable .Based on information, ensure that incident reports are completed as required.		 Yes
?Tue Nov 26 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.8(g)(1) — 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. For staff development provided by the center, the center shall maintain on file documentation or a copy of all staff development materials used.
Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, and that documentation is maintained on file at the center and includes the name of the person or organization that provided the training. Based on information, retrain all staff from an outside source on recognizing and reporting possible incidents of child abuse and neglect.		 Yes
?Mon Aug 19 2024 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 children are directly supervised at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Staff in Room 4 was observed on her cell phone when she was in charge of supervising napping children.		 Yes
?Mon Aug 19 2024 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 adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center. Staff in Room 4 reported having 9 children in her care; however 10 children were present in the classroom.		 Yes
?Tue Jul 23 2024 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 orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including implementing the center's discipline policy. Provide a re-training presented by an outside source to all staff and management.		 Yes
?Tue Jul 23 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(a)(18) — Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ensure that microwave ovens, toaster ovens, and other portable devices used to heat or prepare food are out of children's reach, secured on a stable surface, and not in use when children are in the area in order to ensure the safety of children.
Ensure that microwave and crockpot are secured to a stable surface, out of the reach of children, and are not used when children are in the area in the infant room.		 Yes
?Tue Jul 23 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.2(a)(8) — The center shall obtain a Life Hazard Use Registration certificate applicable to the center’s licensed capacity and ages served pursuant to the Uniform Fire Safety Act, N.J.S.A. 52:27D-192 et seq. The center shall post this document in a prominent location within the center.
Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served. The posted certificate expired on 6/5/24.		 Yes
?Tue Jul 23 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.2(a)(5) — The center shall be permitted to obtain a valid fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, and submit a copy of the certificate to the Office of Licensing in lieu of a CO or CCO, if the center serves only children 2 ½ years of age or older and is located in a public school building that is used as a public school.
Ensure that all illuminated exit signs and emergency lighting are operable at all times throughout the center.		 Yes
?Tue Jul 23 2024 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.
Provide a current fire certificate. The posted certificate expired on 5/3/24.		 Yes
?Tue Jul 23 2024 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 (ASTM F-1292) and use zones under all play equipment as required.		 Yes
?Tue Jul 23 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(a)(18) — Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ensure that microwave ovens, toaster ovens, and other portable devices used to heat or prepare food are out of children's reach, secured on a stable surface, and not in use when children are in the area in order to ensure the safety of children.
Ensure that microwave and toaster ovens are secured to a stable surface, out of the reach of children, and are not used when children are in the area.		 Yes
?Tue Jul 23 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.5(e)(8) — For early childhood programs all staff that work with children under 2 1/2 years of age shall have training specific to this age group, which may include, but is not limited to, the New Jersey Infant/Toddler Credential administered through Professional Impact NJ, the Infant-Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, or other trainings specifically related to the care of infants and toddlers. Each employee shall initiate this training within 90 days and complete it within one year.
Ensure that all staff working with children under 2.5 years of age have training specific to this age group initiated within 90 days of hire and completed within one year.		 Yes
?Tue Jul 23 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.1(d)(1) — The staff records specified in 3A:52-4.1(a) through (c) shall be maintained on file as follows: the Staff Records Checklist for the current director and all staff members currently working at the center shall be maintained on file at the center.
Ensure that the information on the Staff Records Checklist is current and that it is maintained on file at the center, including CARI and CHRI background check clearances.		 Yes
?Tue Jul 23 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.7(a)(1) — The center shall meet the following requirements for orientation training: the center shall ensure that all newly-hired staff receive orientation training within two weeks of hire and that no individual is left alone to supervise a child or group of children until orientation training is completed.
Ensure that all staff who have not completed the required orientation training are directly supervised by another staff member.		 Yes
?Tue Jul 23 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.8(a)(4) — Topics of orientation training shall include recognizing and reporting child abuse or neglect, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.9.
Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect. Provide a re-training presented by an outside source to all staff and management.		 Yes
?Tue Jul 23 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.8(c) — The center shall ensure that all staff members who work at the center complete 12 hours of continuing staff development each year.
Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually.		 Yes
?Tue Jul 23 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.4(b)(2)(ii) — 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 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.
Ensure that each cot or mat used for rest and sleep is covered with a clean sheet, The center must ensure that spare sheets are available when needed if a child's sheet becomes soiled.		 Yes
?Tue Jul 23 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.7(a) — Staff members shall not use hitting, shaking or any other form of corporal punishment of children.
Ensure that staff do not utilize corporal punishment at any time in the center. Documentation revealed that a named staff pushed a child roughly into a chair.		 Yes
?Tue Jul 23 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.7(b) — Staff members shall not use abusive language, ridicule, harsh, humiliating or frightening treatment or any other form of emotional punishment of children.
Ensure that the staff do not utilize any form of emotional punishment at any time in the center. Documentation revealed that a named staff member used harsh words and tone of voice with a named child on multiple occasions.		 Yes
?Tue Jul 23 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.8(k)(5) — The center shall develop and follow a written policy on the use of social media including, but not limited to the guidelines for appropriate conduct by staff members.
Ensure that the center's social media policy includes guidelines for appropriate conduct by staff. Ensure staff are not using personal cell phones to record videos to show to unauthorized parties.		 Yes
?Tue Jul 23 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.7(b)(2) — Centers that maintain outside sandboxes or play areas containing sand shall ensure that the sand is maintained in a safe and sanitary manner.
Ensure that all sand used in the outdoor play areas is maintained in a sanitary manner.		 Yes
?Tue Jul 23 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.8(d)(1) — In lieu of the child care staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(b), the director, head teacher(s), group teacher(s), and program supervisor(s) shall each complete 20 hours of staff development each year. Recommended topics of training for these staff include educational and physical activity; special needs programming and program development; social-emotional and behavioral development for young children; legal issues, including ADA guidelines and leadership and advocacy.
Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually.		 Yes
?Wed Apr 12 2023 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 walls and other surfaces as required. Repair the small holes in the walls and repaint throughout the center where paint is in disrepair.		 Yes
?Fri Feb 10 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.5(c)(2)(i) — The director or his or her designee(s) shall be on the premises at all times when the center is operating and the designee shall not have full-time classroom responsibilities during the times when the director is not present at the center.
Designate a director designee for whenever the director is not present at the center and ensure that the director designee does not have full-time classroom responsibilities during the times the director is not at the center.		 Yes
?Fri Feb 10 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-4.5(c)(2)(ii) — The director or his or her designee(s) shall be on the premises at all times when the center is operating and the designee shall complete staff development in understanding licensing rules as provided by the Office.
Ensure that the director designee completes the Understanding Licensing training provided by OOL.		 Yes
?Tue Nov 15 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(b)(2) — Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the outdoor play area shall be graded or provided with drains to dispose of surface water.
Ensure that the outdoor play area and equipment are free from stagnant water.		 Yes
?Tue Nov 15 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(a)(18) — Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ensure that microwave ovens, toaster ovens, and other portable devices used to heat or prepare food are out of children's reach, secured on a stable surface, and not in use when children are in the area in order to ensure the safety of children.
Ensure that microwave and toaster ovens are secured out of the reach of children and are not used when children are in the area.		 Yes
?Tue Nov 15 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(q)(1)(ii) — Space and room requirements are as follows: all space and rooms within the center to be used by children shall be inspected and approved by the Office of Licensing prior to their use. In making its determination, the Office of Licensing shall consider whether the space is too far removed, remote, or isolated from other areas of the center to be used by children. rooms or areas of the center that are not Office of Licensing-approved for use by children shall be made inaccessible to children.
Request a space evaluation for Room 5 to be added as a new licensed room.		 Yes
?Tue Nov 15 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(i)(7) — 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 facility operator shall submit to the Office of Licensing a No Further Action letter, Child Care Facility Approval letter, RESPONSE Action Outcome letter, or other approval, which indicates that no further remediation is needed for the site from the Department of Environmental Protection, which indicates that no further remediation is needed for the site on which the center is located.
Submit a No Further Action (NFA) or Child Care/Educational Facility Approval Letter from the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) or a Response Action Outcome Letter (RAO) from a Licensed Site Remediation Professional (LSRP) for the site, if required to ensure that the gaga ball pit is located within the scope of the current RAO.		 Yes
?Tue Nov 15 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(iii) — 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 or site is not provided a potable water supply by a public community water system, the applicant shall provide potable water sampling results demonstrating compliance with maximum contaminant levels for all contaminants required to be tested pursuant to N.J.A.C. 7:10-5 for public non-transient, non-community (NTNC) water systems, including radiological contaminants, regardless of whether they meet the definition of NTNC systems as defined at N.J.A.C. 7:10-1.3. This sampling shall have been conducted within three years of the date of application submission, except nitrates and coliform, for which the sampling shall have been conducted within 90 days of submitting the application.
Submit current documentation from the DEP, Bureau of Safe Drinking Water (BSDW) for centers not served by a public community water system and post the results.		 Yes
?Tue Nov 15 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.		 Yes
?Tue Nov 15 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
?Tue Nov 15 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
?Tue Nov 15 2022 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 materials used by the children are age appropriate, non-toxic and safe for use by children. Repair or replace the soft toys that are torn.		 Yes
?Tue Nov 15 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.7(b)(2) — Centers that maintain outside sandboxes or play areas containing sand shall ensure that the sand is maintained in a safe and sanitary manner.
Ensure that all sand used in the outdoor play areas is maintained in a sanitary manner.		 Yes
?Tue Nov 15 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(a)(18) — Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ensure that microwave ovens, toaster ovens, and other portable devices used to heat or prepare food are out of children's reach, secured on a stable surface, and not in use when children are in the area in order to ensure the safety of children.
Ensure that cubbies are secured in Room 1.		 Yes
?Tue Nov 15 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).		 Yes
?Mon May 16 2022 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-7.1(c)(3) — The following provisions relate to illness or symptoms of illness: if a child who has already been admitted to the center manifests any of the illnesses or symptoms of illness specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1(c)1, the center shall remove the child from the group of well children to a separate room or area, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(q)4, until
Ensure that the center has an area where sick children can be separated from the other children and that rest equipment is provided. A child with a low grade fever and a runny nose was allowed entrance to the center and was observed playing with the other children in the classroom.		 Yes
?Mon May 16 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. Ensure that isolation and quarantine guidelines from the NJDOH Guidance for Childcare Centers is followed at all times.		 Yes
?Wed Dec 08 2021 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.
Ensure that the center maintains and distributes to all families the center's communicable disease policy that includes assurance that families will be notified in writing of outbreaks of communicable diseases at the center.		 Yes
?Wed Dec 08 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 a re-training on health practices, including implementing health practices, medication administration, responding to symptoms of illness and mandatory reporting guidelines.		 Yes
?Wed Dec 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.
Based on information, per the NJ Department of Health COVID-19 Public Health Recommendations pursuant to Executive Order No. 264, ensure that all health and safety guidelines are adhered to as required.		 Yes
?Thu Aug 19 2021 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) — Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11.
Replenish the resilient surfacing on both the toddler and preschool playgrounds.		 Yes
?Thu Aug 19 2021 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.4(a)(7)(iii) — For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, outdoor space requirements for children over the age of 10 months are as follows: outdoor areas located near or adjacent to hazardous areas determined by the Office of Licensing to be unsafe (including, but not limited to, streets, roads, driveways, parking lots, railroad tracks, swimming pools, rivers, streams, steep grades, cliffs, open pits, high voltage boosters, or propane gas tanks) shall be fenced or otherwise protected by a natural or man-made barrier or enclosure.
Provide a barrier or enclosure to protect children from vehicles where the children ride bicycles.		 Yes
?Mon Dec 16 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.
An infant was in the nap area of the room, with no direct staff supervision.		 Yes
?Mon Dec 16 2019 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).
A named child's epi-pen was not in the original box, nor was the 2nd epi-pen present. The 2nd epi-pen is required by the doctor's Special Care plan.		 Yes
?Mon Dec 16 2019 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-6.4(b)(1) — 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
Infants under 12 months must sleep in approved cribs and not in swings.		 Yes
?Mon Dec 16 2019 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(iii) — 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 or site is not provided a potable water supply by a public community water system, the applicant shall provide potable water sampling results demonstrating compliance with maximum contaminant levels for all contaminants required to be tested pursuant to N.J.A.C. 7:10-5 for public non-transient, non-community (NTNC) water systems, including radiological contaminants, regardless of whether they meet the definition of NTNC systems as defined at N.J.A.C. 7:10-1.3. This sampling shall have been conducted within three years of the date of application submission, except nitrates and coliform, for which the sampling shall have been conducted within 90 days of submitting the application.
Provide a current letter from BSDW of Acceptable Drinking Water Quality.		 Yes
?Mon Dec 16 2019 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of
Touch up paint in Room 4 where there is excessive wear.		 Yes
?Mon Dec 16 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 Registration certificate. The center's current certificate expired on 6/5/19.		 Yes
?Mon Dec 16 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.
Submit renewal CARIs for all current staff.		 Yes

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