Apples & Books Learning Center

2024

1. Medium-Low risk10/11/2024

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(iii) — Submit current documentation from the DEP, Bureau of Safe Drinking Water (BSDW) for centers not served by a public community water system and post the results.

   Submit current documentation from the DEP, Bureau of Safe Drinking Water (BSDW) for centers not served by a public community water system and post the results. 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 or site is not provided a potable water supply by a public community water system, the applicant shall provide potable water sampling results demonstrating compliance with maximum contaminant levels for all contaminants required to be tested pursuant to N.J.A.C. 7:10-5 for public non-transient, non-community (NTNC) water systems, including radiological contaminants, regardless of whether they meet the definition of NTNC systems as defined at N.J.A.C. 7:10-1.3. This sampling shall have been conducted within three years of the date of application submission, except nitrates and coliform, for which the sampling shall have been conducted within 90 days of submitting the application.

   Corrected 12/6/2024
2. High risk9/10/2024

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(e)(1) — Develop a written policy for parental notification of injuries if the center uses methods other than a telephone call; maintain on file a record of the signatures of staff and parents acknowledging receipt of the policy. The cen

   Develop a written policy for parental notification of injuries if the center uses methods other than a telephone call; maintain on file a record of the signatures of staff and parents acknowledging receipt of the policy. The center notified the parent via email and the center does not have a policy. Regulation: The center shall develop and follow a written policy for parental notification if a method other than a telephone call is used at the center for parental notification. The center shall distribute a copy of this policy to the parent of each enrolled child and secure and maintain on file a record of each parent’s signature attesting to receipt of this policy.

   Corrected 10/11/2024
3. High risk9/10/2024

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(a)(2) — Ensure that parents are notified immediately when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head. The parent was notified two hours after the injury via email. Ensure that the staff use bo

   Ensure that parents are notified immediately when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head. The parent was notified two hours after the injury via email. Ensure that the staff use both the 1st and last names on the report and well as notifying the parent immediately. Regulation: The center shall take immediate necessary action to protect the child from further harm and shall immediately notify the child's parent(s) when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head.

   Corrected 10/11/2024
4. Medium-High risk9/10/2024

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed as required in the large playground. Replace the 4 deteriorating railroad ties along the green chain linked fence near the gate,

   Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed as required in the large playground. Replace the 4 deteriorating railroad ties along the green chain linked fence near the 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.

   Corrected 10/11/2024
5. Medium-High risk9/10/2024

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed as required in the patio area. Replace the 1 deteriorating railroad tie at the white vinyl gate; the step into the playground.

   Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed as required in the patio area. Replace the 1 deteriorating railroad tie at the white vinyl gate; the step into the playground. 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.

   Corrected 10/11/2024
6. Medium risk9/10/2024

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(f)(2) — Securely fasten bathroom equipment in the toddler room. Caulk behind the sink in the toddler room.

   Securely fasten bathroom equipment in the toddler room. Caulk behind the sink in the toddler room. Regulation: Toilet facility requirements are as follows: mirrors, dispensers, and other equipment shall be fastened securely.

   Corrected 10/11/2024
7. Medium-High risk9/10/2024

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) — Ensure that all surfaces including flooring, carpeting and ceiling tiles are kept clean and in good repair in room 3. Remove the rust at the base of the filing cabinet.

   Ensure that all surfaces including flooring, carpeting and ceiling tiles are kept clean and in good repair in room 3. Remove the rust at the base of the filing cabinet. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair.

   Corrected 10/11/2024
8. Medium-High risk9/10/2024

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) — Ensure that all surfaces including flooring, carpeting and ceiling tiles are kept clean and in good repair in room 5. Repair the base of the large white cabinet in the infant room.

   Ensure that all surfaces including flooring, carpeting and ceiling tiles are kept clean and in good repair in room 5. Repair the base of the large white cabinet in the infant room. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair.

   Corrected 10/11/2024
9. Medium-High risk9/10/2024

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) — Ensure that all surfaces including flooring, carpeting and ceiling tiles are kept clean and in good repair in the boy's bathroom. Clean the wall at the light switch and at the paper towel dispenser.

   Ensure that all surfaces including flooring, carpeting and ceiling tiles are kept clean and in good repair in the boy's bathroom. Clean the wall at the light switch and at the paper towel dispenser. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair.

   Corrected 10/11/2024
10. Medium-High risk9/10/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(d) — Provide a current fire certificate as required. The certificate at the center expired on 8/31/24.

    Provide a current fire certificate as required. The certificate at the center expired on 8/31/24. 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 10/11/2024