Rutgers Psychology Child Development Center @ CHA

2026

1. Medium-High risk6/24/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(p) — Ensure that all indoor equipment is used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, whereas a trampoline intended for residential use is being used in the center.

   Ensure that all indoor equipment is used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, whereas a trampoline intended for residential use is being used in the center. 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.

   Not corrected
2. Medium risk6/24/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair and/or paint the walls in classroom 1, in the lunch room., and in the entryway down the stairs.

   Repair and/or paint the walls in classroom 1, in the lunch room., and in the entryway down the stairs. Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.

   Not corrected
3. Medium-High risk6/24/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Take necessary action to eliminate outdoor hazards including the bee nest on the exterior gate.

   Take necessary action to eliminate outdoor hazards including the bee nest on the exterior gate. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: The building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children.

   Not corrected
4. Medium-High risk6/24/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(n)(1) — Ensure that one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time.

   Ensure that one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time. 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. The center shall ensure that all children present are evacuated from the building within three minutes during each fire drill.

   Not corrected
5. High risk6/24/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure that 1 named child has non expired Epi-pens and Benadryl present, accompanied by a complete special care plan from a health care provider.

   Ensure that 1 named child has non expired Epi-pens and Benadryl present, accompanied by a complete special care plan from a health care provider. 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).

   Not corrected
6. High risk6/24/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a) — Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for 12 named staff for the center's license renewal.

   Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for 12 named staff 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.

   Not corrected
7. High risk6/24/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a) — Ensure that a CHRI background check is completed as required for 1 named staff.

   Ensure that a CHRI background check is completed as required for 1 named staff. 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.

   Not corrected