TLC PLUS lll

2026

1. High risk7/6/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.4(f) — Ensure all cots are labeled with each child's name throughout the center.

   Ensure all cots are labeled with each child's name throughout the center. Regulation: When cribs, playpens, cots, mats or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment are stored with sheets, blankets, or other coverings as single units, at least one item of each unit shall be labeled with child-identifying information. (g) When sheets, blankets and other coverings are not stored with sleeping equipment, each of these items shall be: 1. Labeled for each child; and 2. Stored separately for each child.

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2. High risk7/6/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.4(f) — Ensure sleep equipment is stored separately for all children throughout the center.

   Ensure sleep equipment is stored separately for all children throughout the center. Regulation: When cribs, playpens, cots, mats or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment are stored with sheets, blankets, or other coverings as single units, at least one item of each unit shall be labeled with child-identifying information. (g) When sheets, blankets and other coverings are not stored with sleeping equipment, each of these items shall be: 1. Labeled for each child; and 2. Stored separately for each child.

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3. Medium-Low risk7/6/2026

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

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

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4. Medium-High risk7/6/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(a) — Obtain immunization records for two named children.

   Obtain immunization records for two named children. Regulation: (a) For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: 1. Each child not enrolled in a public or private school shall have had a health examination performed by a health care provider within: i. Six months prior to admission, for children who are 2½ years of age or younger; or ii. One year prior to admission, for children above 2½ years of age. 2. For each child not enrolled in a public or private school, upon admission, the center shall maintain on file at the center a Universal Child Health Record (Department of Health Form CH-14) or its equivalent, updated annually, along with an immunization record , and a special care plan, if applicable. A 30-day grace period is permitted in N.J.A.C. 8:57- 4.5(e): i. For children coming from other states or countries in accordance with N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.6 and 4.7; and ii. For children who are in foster care or experiencing homelessness as defined by the McKinney-Vento Act, 42 U.S.C. § 11434a(2). 3. For children enrolled in a public or private school, the center shall obtain a written statement from each child's parent indicating: I. That the child is in good health and can participate in the normal activities of the program; and ii. Any conditions or specific needs that may require special accommodations. 4. If immunizations are contraindicated for medical reasons, the center may choose to admit the child, provided that the parent submits to the center a written statement from a health care provider attesting to the following: i. The reason the immunization is medically contraindicated; and ii. The specific time period that the immunization is medically contraindicated. 5. A child shall be exempted from a physical examination, immunization, or medical treatment if the parent objects thereto in a written statement submitted to the center, signed by the parent, explaining how the examination, immunization, or medical treatment conflicts with the child’s exercise

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5. Medium-High risk7/6/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(a) — Obtain Universal Health Records for two named children.

   Obtain Universal Health Records for two named children. Regulation: (a) For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: 1. Each child not enrolled in a public or private school shall have had a health examination performed by a health care provider within: i. Six months prior to admission, for children who are 2½ years of age or younger; or ii. One year prior to admission, for children above 2½ years of age. 2. For each child not enrolled in a public or private school, upon admission, the center shall maintain on file at the center a Universal Child Health Record (Department of Health Form CH-14) or its equivalent, updated annually, along with an immunization record , and a special care plan, if applicable. A 30-day grace period is permitted in N.J.A.C. 8:57- 4.5(e): i. For children coming from other states or countries in accordance with N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.6 and 4.7; and ii. For children who are in foster care or experiencing homelessness as defined by the McKinney-Vento Act, 42 U.S.C. § 11434a(2). 3. For children enrolled in a public or private school, the center shall obtain a written statement from each child's parent indicating: I. That the child is in good health and can participate in the normal activities of the program; and ii. Any conditions or specific needs that may require special accommodations. 4. If immunizations are contraindicated for medical reasons, the center may choose to admit the child, provided that the parent submits to the center a written statement from a health care provider attesting to the following: i. The reason the immunization is medically contraindicated; and ii. The specific time period that the immunization is medically contraindicated. 5. A child shall be exempted from a physical examination, immunization, or medical treatment if the parent objects thereto in a written statement submitted to the center, signed by the parent, explaining how the examination, immunization, or medical treatment conflicts with the child’s exer

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6. High risk7/6/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(l) — Ensure the center updates their emergency preparedness plan and alternate indoor location as required.

   Ensure the center updates their emergency preparedness plan and alternate indoor location as required. Regulation: (l) Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating: i. The location of the first aid kit and any additional first aid supplies; ii. The name, address and telephone number of the physician retained by the center or of the health facility to be used in emergencies; iii. An alternate indoor location that operates during the same operating hours as the center. The center shall: (1) Select an alternate indoor location within safe walking distance; or (2) Develop a written procedure for obtaining emergency transportation to the alternate location; iv. The hospital or clinic to which injured or ill children will be taken; v. The telephone numbers for obtaining police, fire, ambulance and poison control services, including the National Poison Emergency Hotline at (800) 222-1222; vi. The location of written authorization from parent(s) for emergency medical care for each child; vii. A diagram showing how the center is to be evacuated in case of emergency from each classroom and the outdoor play area; viii. The location of fire alarms and fire extinguishers; and ix. Procedures for ensuring children’s safety and communicating with parents in the event of evacuation, lockdown, natural or civil disaster, and other emergencies. The procedures shall indicate: (1) The plan for informing parents of their children’s whereabouts; and (2) The local law enforcement agency or emergency management office that has been notified of the center’s identifying information, as specified in (l)3 below. 2. The emergency procedures shall be readily accessible in a designated location within the center. 3. The center shall ensure that the appropriate local law enforcement agency or emergency management office is notified of: i. The center’s name and location; ii. The number, ages, and special needs of children enro

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7. Medium-High risk7/6/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(c) — Provide a current health certificate as required for the off-site caterer.

   Provide a current health certificate as required for the off-site caterer. Regulation: If the center prepares meals, the center shall obtain a satisfactory Sanitary Inspection Certificate, as specified in N.J.A.C. 8:24, indicating that the kitchen is in compliance with the applicable requirements of the State Sanitary Code. The center shall maintain on file the Sanitary Inspection Certificate. 6.3(a)2 If the center chooses to provide food, the center shall ensure that all food served to children is prepared by either: i. The center on-site or off-site; or ii. A caterer who is licensed, registered, certified, or otherwise approved, as appropriate, by the local or county health department or State Department of Health, as applicable.

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8. Medium-High risk7/6/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.3(a) — Clean the microwave in room 1.

   Clean the microwave in room 1. Regulation: 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.

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9. Medium-Low risk7/6/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(f) — Ensure that staff adhere to their daily schedules throughout the center.

   Ensure that staff adhere to their daily schedules throughout the center. Regulation: Prepare and maintain on file a written outline of the center's daily activities

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10. Medium-Low risk7/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(f) — Ensure the daily scheduled is maintained in room 2.

    Ensure the daily scheduled is maintained in room 2. Regulation: Prepare and maintain on file a written outline of the center's daily activities

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11. Medium-High risk7/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(e) — Ensure pacifiers are removed when children are walking in room 7.

    Ensure pacifiers are removed when children are walking in room 7. Regulation: The center shall ensure that pacifiers are removed when the children are crawling or walking. 6.3 (a)12. The center shall ensure that these safety and sanitation practices are followed: i. Older infants shall not carry bottles, sippy cups, or regular cups with them while crawling or walking;

    Corrected 7/6/2026
12. Medium-Low risk7/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.5(b) — Maintain on file documentation showing that one named staff has received the center’s policies.

    Maintain on file documentation showing that one named staff has received the center’s policies. Regulation: The center shall distribute a copy of the release policy to the parent of each enrolled child and each staff member and secure and maintain on file a record of each parent’s and staff member’s signature attesting to receipt of the policy.

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13. Medium-High risk7/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(p) — Repair or replace the cracked storage bins in room 6.

    Repair or replace the cracked storage bins in room 6. Regulation: Play equipment, materials, and furniture for indoor and outdoor use shall be of sturdy and safe construction, non-toxic, free of hazards, and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The center may not use play equipment intended for outdoor use indoors.

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14. High risk7/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-2.1(b) — Complete and submit a DCF Renewal Attestation and Application for the center's license renewal.

    Complete and submit a DCF Renewal Attestation and Application for the center's license renewal. Regulation: A person applying for an initial license or renewal license to operate a center or relocation of a center shall submit a completed application to the Office of Licensing at least 45 days prior to the anticipated opening of the center or to the expiration of its existing regular license.

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15. High risk7/6/2026

    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.

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16. Medium-High risk7/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(i)(1) — Ensure children's clothing are changed when wet or soiled in Room 8.

    Ensure children's clothing are changed when wet or soiled in Room 8. Regulation: 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.

    Corrected 7/6/2026
17. Medium risk7/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) — Ensure each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date in room 8.

    Ensure each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date in room 8. 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.

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18. Medium-High risk7/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Clean the outdoor play equipment.

    Clean the outdoor play equipment. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children. 2. The outdoor play area shall be graded or provided with drains to dispose of surface water.

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19. Medium-High risk7/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(5) — Ensure garbage receptacles are durable, leak-proof, non-absorbent, maintained in a sanitary manner, emptied when filled, and lined with a leak-proof lining and securely covered if used for diapers or food in room 8.

    Ensure garbage receptacles are durable, leak-proof, non-absorbent, maintained in a sanitary manner, emptied when filled, and lined with a leak-proof lining and securely covered if used for diapers or food in room 8. Regulation: garbage receptacles shall be: made of durable, leak-proof and nonabsorbent materials; covered in a secure manner; emptied to the outdoor garbage receptacle when filled; maintained in a sanitary manner.

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20. Medium risk7/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair and/or paint the chipping paint throughout the center.

    Repair and/or paint the chipping paint throughout the center. Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.

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21. Medium-High risk7/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Clean vents throughout the center.

    Clean vents throughout 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.

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22. Medium risk7/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.4(a)(4) — Ensure hot tap water does not exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the center.

    Ensure hot tap water does not exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the center. 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.

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23. Medium risk7/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.4(a)(1) — Repair or replace the electrical outlet in room 7.

    Repair or replace the electrical outlet in room 7. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, all electrical outlets that are accessible to the children shall have protective covers.

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24. Medium-High risk7/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(o)(3) — Ensure that the center has an American Red Cross First Aid Manual or its equivalent accessible to the staff at all times.

    Ensure that the center has an American Red Cross First Aid Manual or its equivalent accessible to the staff at all times. Regulation: First aid requirements are as follows: the following equipment shall be placed in a location that is convenient and accessible to staff members: a standard first aid kit, which is fully re-stocked within 24 hours of use; the American Red Cross First Aid Manual or its equivalent.

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25. Medium-High risk7/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(l)(4) — Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually.

    Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually. Regulation: Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct two lockdown drills per year and maintain on file a record of each lockdown drill. The center shall ensure that lockdown drills are conducted during each session provided at the center.

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