Lots 4 Tots

2025

1. Medium-High risk12/1/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair the baseboard heating unit in room 6A which has exposed coils.

   Repair the baseboard heating unit in room 6A which has exposed coils. 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 1/7/2026
2. Medium-High risk10/27/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(d) — Provide a current fire certificate as required.

   Provide a current fire certificate as required. Regulation: An applicant seeking the renewal of a license or of a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval to continue operating a center shall obtain and maintain on file a fire safety inspection certificate for the building based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months. If the center prepares meals, the applicant seeking renewal shall obtain and maintain on file 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, based on a sanitary inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months.

   Corrected 12/1/2025
3. Medium-High risk10/27/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(p) — Ensure that indoor equipment is sturdy, safe, free of hazards and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Children were using chairs as a stool to stand on and wash hands at the sink.

   Ensure that indoor equipment is sturdy, safe, free of hazards and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Children were using chairs as a stool to stand on and wash hands at the sink. 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.

   Corrected 12/1/2025
4. High risk10/27/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(a) — Ensure children with chronic health conditions have a special care plan from a healthcare provider on file at the center and all medication are onsite and with a label. 1-7-26: Ensure all medications are on the special care plan w

   Ensure children with chronic health conditions have a special care plan from a healthcare provider on file at the center and all medication are onsite and with a label. 1-7-26: Ensure all medications are on the special care plan with the correct dosage from the health care provider, and all medications are in the box with prescription label. 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.

   Corrected 1/28/2026
5. High risk10/27/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.4(f) — Ensure that each child's bedding is stored individually. Children's sheets were all being stored together and touching on top of the cubbies

   Ensure that each child's bedding is stored individually. Children's sheets were all being stored together and touching on top of the cubbies 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.

   Corrected 12/1/2025
6. Medium-High risk10/27/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.3(a) — Ensure that food is kept warm or cold as required and stored in a sanitary manner. Food was sitting out in the classrooms for extended periods of time before it was served to children.

   Ensure that food is kept warm or cold as required and stored in a sanitary manner. Food was sitting out in the classrooms for extended periods of time before it was served to children. 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.

   Corrected 12/1/2025
7. Medium-High risk10/27/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(e) — Ensure that pacifiers are removed when children are crawling or walking in room 2A.

   Ensure that pacifiers are removed when children are crawling or walking in room 2A. 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 12/1/2025
8. Medium-Low risk10/27/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(b) — Provide credential documentation for the director that meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.

   Provide credential documentation for the director that meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. Regulation: The director shall meet the following qualification requirements for early childhood programs licensed to serve more than 30 children, the director shall meet the qualification requirements as specified in N.J.A.C 3A:52-4.6(b) for education and experience.

   Corrected 1/7/2026
9. High risk10/27/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(c) — Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times. In room 3A, there were 12 children ages 12 to 18 months, with 2 staff when 3 staff were needed. In room 4A, there were 11 children ages 8 to 12 months, with 2 s

   Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times. In room 3A, there were 12 children ages 12 to 18 months, with 2 staff when 3 staff were needed. In room 4A, there were 11 children ages 8 to 12 months, with 2 staff when 3 staff were needed. In room 8B, there were 14 children ages 2.5-3 years of age with 1 staff when 2 staff were needed. Regulation: (c) The following staff/child ratios shall apply, except as specified in (d) through (f) below: Under 18 months 1:4 18 months up to 2 ½ years 1:6 2 ½ years up to 4 years 1:10 4 years 1:12 5 years and older 1:15 (d) The following staff/child ratios shall apply during rest or sleep, when the criteria listed in (d) 1, 2, and 3 below are met: Under 18 months 18 months to under 2 ½ years 2 ½ years and above 1:10 1:12 1:20 2. A sufficient number of staff members shall be in the facility and readily accessible to ensure compliance with the awake staff/child ratios specified in (c) above.

   Corrected 12/1/2025
10. High risk10/27/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a) — Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times. In room 4A, there was an infant on the floor for tummy time not being directly supervised. In room 5A, staff was on their cell phone while children were sleeping. In ro

    Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times. In room 4A, there was an infant on the floor for tummy time not being directly supervised. In room 5A, staff was on their cell phone while children were sleeping. In room 7A, children were climbing in and siting on toy shelving. 12-1-25: Ensure that infants are not placed behind plastic fencing where staff cannot see them in room 5A. Regulation: The children shall be supervised directly by a staff member at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Toileting procedures shall be supervised by a staff member as appropriate for the ages and developmental needs of the children. 1. At least one staff member shall be physically present in the room or area in which children are napping and shall be able to summon other staff members without leaving the room or area. 3. Naptime preparations shall have been completed and all children 18 months or above are resting or sleeping, while all children under 18 months of age are sleeping.

    Corrected 1/7/2026
11. High risk10/27/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a) — Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff. 2 needed.

    Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff. 2 needed. 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 12/1/2025
12. Medium-Low risk10/27/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(d) — Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.

    Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. 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 1/28/2026
13. Medium-High risk10/27/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(4) — Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water before serving meals and bottles.

    Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water before serving meals and bottles. Regulation: Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before preparing or serving food; after toileting; after assisting a child in toileting; after caring for a child who appears to be sick; after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions; and after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions. 7.8(d)3- Staff members hands are washed after changing each diaper.

    Corrected 1/7/2026
14. Medium-High risk10/27/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(1) — Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water after diaper changes.

    Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water after diaper changes. Regulation: Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water before intake of food; immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed; immediately after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions; immediately after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions; and immediately after outdoor play. (2)for children under three months of age or for those children three months of age and older wherein hand washing with soap and running water may not be developmentally appropriate, the center may use an alternate means for hand washing, including but not limited to disposable baby wipes.

    Corrected 12/1/2025
15. High risk10/27/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.4(a)(1) — Ensure children under 12 months of age are initially placed in a face-up sleeping position in room 5A.

    Ensure children under 12 months of age are initially placed in a face-up sleeping position in room 5A. Regulation: 1. For children 12 months of age and younger, the center shall ensure that each child is initially placed in a face-up sleeping position unless a different position is indicated in writing by the child's health care provider.

    Corrected 12/1/2025
16. Medium risk10/27/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.2(a)(1) — Ensure that the center has an adequate supply of materials and all materials used by the children are accessible, not stacked high on top of shelving.

    Ensure that the center has an adequate supply of materials and all materials used by the children are accessible, not stacked high on top of shelving. Regulation: The center shall provide a supply of age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate program equipment including play equipment, child-size furniture and supplies that are sufficient to meet the daily activity needs of the children and the program.

    Corrected 1/7/2026
17. Medium risk10/27/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.4(a)(4) — Ensure that the center has a supply of warm water that does not exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit.

    Ensure that the center has a supply of warm water that does not exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit. 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 1/7/2026
18. Medium-High risk10/27/2025

    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.

    Corrected 12/1/2025
19. Medium-High risk10/27/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) — Repair the climber stairs and ensure the climber is free of rust. 12-1-25: Ensure the plastic coating which is peeling on the side of the stairs is repaired and the large chunks of peeling paint where rust was spray painted is

    Repair the climber stairs and ensure the climber is free of rust. 12-1-25: Ensure the plastic coating which is peeling on the side of the stairs is repaired and the large chunks of peeling paint where rust was spray painted is removed. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11.

    Corrected 1/7/2026
20. Medium-High risk10/27/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) — Replenish resilient surfacing as required in all play equipment use zones in accordance with ASTM F1292.

    Replenish resilient surfacing as required in all play equipment use zones in accordance with ASTM F1292. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11.

    Corrected 1/7/2026
21. Medium-High risk10/27/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(6) — Maintain the wooden fence for the center's outdoor play area. Repair the broken wooden slats.

    Maintain the wooden fence for the center's outdoor play area. Repair the broken wooden slats. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: centers that provide outdoor space shall maintain all fencing in proper condition.

    Corrected 12/1/2025
22. Medium-High risk10/27/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed from the outdoor play area. Remove the rope enclosure, sharp wire ties, and exposed rusted screws along the side of the building. Repair the wooden decks and stairs leading down from the

    Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed from the outdoor play area. Remove the rope enclosure, sharp wire ties, and exposed rusted screws along the side of the building. Repair the wooden decks and stairs leading down from the second floor exits into the outdoor play areas which has splinters, chipping paint, and exposed nails. Remove the broken ride-on toys and chair from the outdoor play area. Ensure the outdoor play area is free of garbage and debris. 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.

    Corrected 1/7/2026
23. Medium-High risk10/27/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(5) — Ensure garbage receptacles used for soiled diapers are securely covered.

    Ensure garbage receptacles used for soiled diapers are securely covered. 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.

    Corrected 1/7/2026
24. Medium risk10/27/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(13) — Ensure that all cords are inaccessible to the children. In room 4A cords were accessible to children behind high chairs and running behind the sink.

    Ensure that all cords are inaccessible to the children. In room 4A cords were accessible to children behind high chairs and running behind the sink. Regulation: the center shall ensure that window blind cords and other cords and ropes that present risk of harm are inaccessible to children.

    Corrected 12/1/2025
25. Medium-High risk10/27/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure children do not have access to diaper creams in room 10B.

    Ensure children do not have access to diaper creams in room 10B. 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 12/1/2025