Valley Settlement House Child Care Center

2025

1. High risk10/27/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a) — 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. Provide CARI clearance for one staff.

   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. Provide CARI clearance for one staff. 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 12/3/2025
2. High risk8/13/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) — Ensure that additional 4 sinks are tested and complete a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance.

   Ensure that additional 4 sinks are tested and complete a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance. 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 10/27/2025
3. Medium-High risk8/13/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean including inside the light covers throughout the center.

   Ensure all surfaces are clean including inside the light covers throughout the center. 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 9/24/2025
4. Medium-High risk8/13/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including ceiling in Room 2 (Building 33).

   Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including ceiling in Room 2 (Building 33). 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 10/27/2025
5. Medium risk8/13/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Paint surfaces with peeling paint by the railing in Building 33.

   Paint surfaces with peeling paint by the railing in Building 33. Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.

   Corrected 9/24/2025
6. Medium risk8/13/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Paint or cover surfaces with chipped paint on the rear wall of Building 33 Rear.

   Paint or cover surfaces with chipped paint on the rear wall of Building 33 Rear. Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.

   Corrected 9/24/2025
7. Medium risk8/13/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(d)(2) — Provide and maintain suitable protective devices for radiators throughout the center.

   Provide and maintain suitable protective devices for radiators throughout the center. Regulation: steam and hot water pipes and radiators shall be protected by screens, guards, insulation, or any other suitable, non-combustible protective device.

   Corrected 10/27/2025
8. High risk8/13/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan that includes procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services, and both epi-pens are

   Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan that includes procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services, and both epi-pens are present when two are required. Regulation: (9) 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: before administering a health care procedure associated with a child’s health condition, such as the use of a blood glucose monitor, nebulizer, or epinephrine pen, the center shall ensure that all staff members who administer the procedure are taught to do so by the child’s parent or another appropriately-trained person. There shall be at least two staff members present at the center who are trained in such health care procedures. 10. 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 12/3/2025
9. Medium risk8/13/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a) — Provide and maintain in good condition handrails on stairs by the entrance in Building 33.

   Provide and maintain in good condition handrails on stairs by the entrance in Building 33. Regulation: Provide and maintain in good condition handrails on all stairs with 3 or more risers.

   Corrected 9/24/2025