Saint Elizabeth Child Care Center

2025

1. Medium-Low risk8/12/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(c) — Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually. Missing training log for 1 named staff member.

   Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually. Missing training log for 1 named staff member. Regulation: The center shall ensure that all staff members who work at the center complete 12 hours of continuing staff development each year. Orientation training as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) may be included for six of the required hours of staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(c) and (d).

   Corrected 8/27/2025
2. High risk8/12/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually. Missing training log for 1 named staff member.

   Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually. Missing training log for 1 named staff member. Regulation: (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.

   Corrected 8/27/2025
3. High risk8/12/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure both epi-pens are present when two are required for 2 named children in Room 2.

   Ensure both epi-pens are present when two are required for 2 named children in Room 2. 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 9/17/2025
4. High risk8/12/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure medication is not expired for 1 named child in Room 2.

   Ensure medication is not expired for 1 named child in Room 2. 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 9/17/2025
5. High risk8/12/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure special care plan is signed by child's parent and health care provider for 1 named child in Room 7.

   Ensure special care plan is signed by child's parent and health care provider for 1 named child in Room 7. 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 8/27/2025
6. High risk8/12/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure special care plan is signed by child's parent for 1 named child in Room 1B

   Ensure special care plan is signed by child's parent for 1 named child in Room 1B 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 8/27/2025
7. High risk8/12/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure that the Cetirizine that is written on the special care plan for a named child in Room 1B is present when required.

   Ensure that the Cetirizine that is written on the special care plan for a named child in Room 1B is present when 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 9/17/2025
8. Medium risk8/12/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(g)(3) — Provide at least five different activity areas with at least five different types of supplies and equipment for children over 18 months of age in Room 1.

   Provide at least five different activity areas with at least five different types of supplies and equipment for children over 18 months of age in Room 1. Regulation: 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.

   Corrected 9/17/2025
9. Medium risk8/12/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(g)(3) — Provide at least five different activity areas with at least five different types of supplies and equipment for children over 18 months of age in Room 2.

   Provide at least five different activity areas with at least five different types of supplies and equipment for children over 18 months of age in Room 2. Regulation: 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.

   Corrected 9/17/2025
10. Medium risk8/12/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(g)(3) — Provide at least five different activity areas with at least five different types of supplies and equipment for children over 18 months of age in Room 5.

    Provide at least five different activity areas with at least five different types of supplies and equipment for children over 18 months of age in Room 5. Regulation: 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.

    Corrected 9/17/2025
11. Medium risk8/12/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(g)(3) — Provide at least five different activity areas with at least five different types of supplies and equipment for children over 18 months of age in Room 6.

    Provide at least five different activity areas with at least five different types of supplies and equipment for children over 18 months of age in Room 6. Regulation: 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.

    Corrected 9/17/2025
12. Medium risk8/12/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(g)(2) — Provide at least four different activity areas with at least four types of supplies and equipment for children under 18 months in Room 8.

    Provide at least four different activity areas with at least four types of supplies and equipment for children under 18 months in Room 8. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply:centers serving children less than 18 months of age shall provide at least four types of children's daily activities including, but not limited to, sensory; language and dramatic play; manipulative; building; large muscle; music; or other comparable activities; and at least four types of supplies and equipment for each activity area chosen by the center.

    Corrected 9/17/2025
13. Medium risk8/12/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.4(a)(4) — Ensure that hot tap water does not exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit in Room 11.

    Ensure that hot tap water does not exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit in Room 11. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, a supply of hot tap water not exceeding 110 degrees Fahrenheit and cold running water shall be provided.

    Corrected 9/17/2025
14. Medium risk8/12/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.4(a)(4) — Ensure that hot tap water does not exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit. in Room 14 bathroom.

    Ensure that hot tap water does not exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit. in Room 14 bathroom. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, a supply of hot tap water not exceeding 110 degrees Fahrenheit and cold running water shall be provided.

    Corrected 9/17/2025
15. Medium-High risk8/12/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(n)(3) — Ensure fire drills are conducted and the total amount of time taken to evacuate the center does not exceed 3 minutes.

    Ensure fire drills are conducted and the total amount of time taken to evacuate the center does not exceed 3 minutes. Regulation: Fire prevention requirements are as follows: the center shall maintain on file a record of each fire drill, as specified in the NJUFC, which record shall include: the date and time of day of the drill; the weather condition at the time of evacuation; the number of participating children and staff members; and the total amount of time taken to evacuate the center.

    Corrected 9/17/2025
16. Medium-High risk8/12/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(n)(3) — Ensure the center maintains on file, a record of each fire drill which includes a drill conducted at nap time.

    Ensure the center maintains on file, a record of each fire drill which includes a drill conducted at nap time. Regulation: Fire prevention requirements are as follows: the center shall maintain on file a record of each fire drill, as specified in the NJUFC, which record shall include: the date and time of day of the drill; the weather condition at the time of evacuation; the number of participating children and staff members; and the total amount of time taken to evacuate the center.

    Corrected 10/7/2025
17. Medium-High risk8/12/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(m)(3) — Provide current copy of the center's Fire Certificate.

    Provide current copy of the center's Fire Certificate. Regulation: 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.

    Corrected 10/7/2025
18. High risk8/12/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure all medications are not accessible to the children in Room 2.

    Ensure all medications are not accessible to the children in Room 2. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all corrosive agents, insecticides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, any products under pressure in an aerosol spray can, and any toxic substance shall be stored in a locked cabinet or in an enclosure located in an area not accessible to the children.

    Corrected 8/12/2025
19. High risk8/12/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure all medications are not accessible to the children in Room 7.

    Ensure all medications are not accessible to the children in Room 7. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all corrosive agents, insecticides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, any products under pressure in an aerosol spray can, and any toxic substance shall be stored in a locked cabinet or in an enclosure located in an area not accessible to the children.

    Corrected 8/12/2025
20. Medium-High risk8/12/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) — Ensure diapering surfaces are washed and disinfected after each use. Staff used hand wipes to clean the changing pad in Room 7.

    Ensure diapering surfaces are washed and disinfected after each use. Staff used hand wipes to clean the changing pad in Room 7. Regulation: 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;

    Corrected 9/19/2025
21. Medium-High risk8/12/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) — Ensure diapering surfaces are washed and disinfected after each use. Staff used same towel to wash and disinfect the changing pad in Room 1B.

    Ensure diapering surfaces are washed and disinfected after each use. Staff used same towel to wash and disinfect the changing pad in Room 1B. Regulation: 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;

    Corrected 9/17/2025
22. Medium risk8/12/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) — Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date in Room 1B.

    Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date in Room 1B. Regulation: Feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: for bottles, each child's bottle(s) shall be labeled with the child's name and dated.

    Corrected 9/17/2025
23. Medium-Low risk8/12/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.4(a) — Provide documentation that the center has current comprehensive general liability insurance coverage.

    Provide documentation that the center has current comprehensive general liability insurance coverage. Regulation: 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.

    Corrected 9/17/2025