Boys & Girls Club of Lodi
LODI, NJ·Licensed Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address460 Passaic Ave, Lodi, NJ, 07644
CityLODI, NJ 07644
CountyBergen
Phone973-473-7410
Operating details
Capacity408
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/20/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High11
- Medium-High8
- Medium1
- Medium-Low5
- Low0
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Location
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460 Passaic Ave, Lodi, NJ, 07644, LODI, NJ 07644
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/20/2025
- High7
- Medium-High4
- Medium1
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2025
- High risk2/20/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) — 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.
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. Regulation: 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.
Corrected 5/29/2025 - Medium-High risk2/20/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace stained ceiling tiles in rooms 1 and 2.
Replace stained ceiling tiles in rooms 1 and 2. Regulation: (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.
Corrected 3/21/2025 - Medium-High risk2/20/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Ensure vents are free of dust throughout the first floor of the center.
Ensure vents are free of dust throughout the first floor of the center. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.
Corrected 3/21/2025 - Medium risk2/20/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(c)(1) — Repair light ballast in rooms 8 and 12.
Repair light ballast in rooms 8 and 12. Regulation: Lighting requirements are as follows: all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs shall have protective covers or shields. 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. Parking areas, pedestrian walkways, or other exterior portions of the premises subject to use by center occupants at night shall be illuminated to provide safe entrance to and egress from the center.
Corrected 3/21/2025 - Medium-High risk2/20/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)(7) — Submit a lead paint risk assessment for the center's license renewal.
Submit a lead paint risk assessment for the center's license renewal. Regulation: Lead paint precautions are as follows: if a previous lead paint inspection indicates the presence of lead, or a lead paint risk management plan is in progress at the center, the center shall: ensure that a lead paint risk assessment is conducted by a Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor who is certified and employed as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)3, upon renewal of the center’s license; and submit the results of the risk assessment to the Office of Licensing and the local department of health.
Corrected 5/29/2025 - Medium-Low risk2/20/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(d) — Provide record of physical and TB for 1 staff member.
Provide record of physical and TB for 1 staff member. Regulation: 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.
Corrected 3/21/2025 - High risk2/20/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a) — Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor representative and 2 staff members for the center's license renewal.
Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor representative and 2 staff members for the center's license renewal. Regulation: 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.
Corrected 3/21/2025 - High risk2/20/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a) — Provide CHRI background check for 1 staff member.
Provide CHRI background check for 1 staff member. Regulation: 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). If a staff member refuses to consent to a CHRI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediately terminate the staff member’s employment at the center.
Corrected 3/21/2025
2024
- High risk10/29/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure parent provides all medications on the special care plan for 3 children. 12/2/2024: 1 child pending.
Ensure parent provides all medications on the special care plan for 3 children. 12/2/2024: 1 child pending. Regulation: 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).
Corrected 1/6/2025 - High risk10/29/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Provide updated special care plan filled out by a health care provider for 2 children.
Provide updated special care plan filled out by a health care provider for 2 children. Regulation: 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).
Corrected 12/2/2024 - Medium-High risk10/29/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(n)(1) — Conduct and document fire drills at least once per month during each session provided at the center, including AM session.
Conduct and document fire drills at least once per month during each session provided at the center, including AM session. Regulation: Fire prevention requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct fire drills at least once a month, as specified in the NJUFC. The center shall ensure that fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center and that one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time, if applicable.
Corrected 12/2/2024 - High risk10/29/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a)(3) — Provide CHRI background clearance for 1 staff member.
Provide CHRI background clearance for 1 staff member. Regulation: 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). If a staff member refuses to consent to a CHRI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediately terminate the staff member’s employment at the center.
Corrected 12/2/2024 - High risk10/29/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a)(2) — Provide CARI background clearance for 1 staff member.
Provide CARI background clearance for 1 staff member. Regulation: 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 conset to a CARI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediation terminate the staff member's employment at the center.
Corrected 12/2/2024
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
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Estimated monthly cost
$899/month
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About this daycare
- Location: LODI, Bergen County
- Capacity: 408
- Type: Licensed Child Care Center
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