Kinderprep

2025

1. High risk7/28/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(b)(6) — Ensure accident reports are completed as required including all required components and a written description is provided by the next operating day upon parental request.

   Ensure accident reports are completed as required including all required components and a written description is provided by the next operating day upon parental request. Regulation: (b) The center shall maintain on file a written record of each incident resulting in an injury as specified in (a) above. These records shall include the following: 1. The name of the injured child; 2. The date, time and location of the incident; 3. The name and address of the center; 4. The name of the person completing the report; 5. The date the report was completed; and 6. A written description of the following: i. The incident; ii. The injury to the child; iii. The names of witnesses to the incident; and iv. The follow-up action taken by the center, including: (1) Application of first aid; and (2) Consultation or treatment by a licensed physician or other health care provider, if applicable. (d) Upon request of the child's parent, the center shall provide a written description of the incident by the end of the next operating day.

   Corrected 9/4/2025
2. Medium-High risk7/28/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including replacing the stained ceiling tiles in the second floor hallway.

   Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including replacing the stained ceiling tiles in the second floor hallway. 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 9/4/2025
3. Medium-High risk7/28/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(i) — Operate within the center's licensed capacity and within each room's capacity. In Room 10 with half wall, there were 2 groups of children 7 and 10 total capacity of 17 with room capacity of 12. In Room 12 there were 2 gro

   Operate within the center's licensed capacity and within each room's capacity. In Room 10 with half wall, there were 2 groups of children 7 and 10 total capacity of 17 with room capacity of 12. In Room 12 there were 2 groups 7 children and 6 children with total capacity of 13 for Room 12 capacity of 12. Regulation: At no time shall a center: i. Allow more children in attendance than the licensed capacity as specified on the license or the Certificate of Life/Safety Approval; ii. Allow more children in attendance than the licensed room capacity;

   Corrected 9/4/2025
4. Medium-High risk7/28/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(3)(i) — Maintain the building structure to prevent water from entering due to stained ceiling tiles.

   Maintain the building structure to prevent water from entering due to stained ceiling tiles. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the building structure shall be maintained to prevent water from entering; excessive drafts or heat loss; and infestation from rodents and insects.

   Corrected 9/4/2025
5. Medium-Low risk7/28/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(c)(3) — Provide documentation that the group teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.

   Provide documentation that the group teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the group teacher shall meet the requirements for experience and education

   Corrected 9/4/2025
6. Medium risk7/28/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(c)(1) — Ensure that the director is at the center at least 50% of the center's daily operating hours. The center will designate a summer director if the other director does not meet 50% of the daily operating hours.

   Ensure that the director is at the center at least 50% of the center's daily operating hours. The center will designate a summer director if the other director does not meet 50% of the daily operating hours. Regulation: The director shall be scheduled to work at the center at least 50 percent of the center’s daily operating hours.

   Corrected 9/4/2025
7. Medium risk7/28/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.4(a)(2) — Ensure that a primary caregiver is assigned to each group of four infants or six toddlers.

   Ensure that a primary caregiver is assigned to each group of four infants or six toddlers. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply for infants (under 18 months of age) and toddlers (18 months to 2½ years of age):a group shall consist of four infants or six toddlers to whom a primary caregiver has been assigned.

   Corrected 9/4/2025
8. Medium risk7/28/2025

   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.

   Provide at least five different activity areas with at least five different types of supplies and equipment for children over 18 months of age. 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 9/4/2025
9. Medium risk7/28/2025

   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.

   Provide at least four different activity areas with at least four types of supplies and equipment for children under 18 months. 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 9/4/2025
10. High risk7/28/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(d) — Provide documentation that the program supervisor meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.

    Provide documentation that the program supervisor meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. Regulation: For school-age child care programs the program supervisor shall meet the qualification requirements specified in one of the applicable options set forth in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(d) for education, training, and experience, based on the center's licensed capacity.

    Corrected 9/4/2025
11. Medium-High risk7/28/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(1) — Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required including immediately after outdoor play.

    Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required including immediately after outdoor play. 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 9/4/2025
12. High risk7/28/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(e)(1) — Develop a policy for parental notification of injuries since the center is using a method other than a telephone call or if the center is using electronic and phone call methods.

    Develop a policy for parental notification of injuries since the center is using a method other than a telephone call or if the center is using electronic and phone call methods. 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. 1. 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 9/4/2025
13. Medium-High risk2/3/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(1) — Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after using the toilet or having their diaper changed.

    Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after using the toilet or having their diaper changed. 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 3/24/2025
14. Medium-High risk2/3/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(4) — Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately after assisting a child in toileting.

    Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately after assisting a child in toileting. 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 3/24/2025
15. Medium-High risk2/3/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(c) — Provide a current caterer's health certificate as required.

    Provide a current caterer's health certificate as required. 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.

    Corrected 3/24/2025
16. High risk2/3/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by an updated special care plan or other equivalent documentation from a healthcare provider, and that two are present when

    Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by an updated special care plan or other equivalent documentation from a healthcare provider, and that two are present when two are required by the plan. 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 3/24/2025
17. Medium-High risk2/3/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair the loose adult sized toilet seat in basement.

    Repair the loose adult sized toilet seat in basement. 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 3/24/2025
18. Medium-High risk2/3/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) — Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each use. The disinfectant requires a 10 minute wait time, and the next child was changed immediately.

    Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each use. The disinfectant requires a 10 minute wait time, and the next child was changed immediately. 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 3/24/2025
19. Medium-High risk2/3/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.3(a)(12)(ii) — In classroom 15, ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name.

    In classroom 15, ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name. Regulation: center shall ensure that these safety and sanitation practices are followed: sippy cups shall be labeled with the child’s name.

    Corrected 3/24/2025
20. High risk2/3/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure all medication is stored in a locked cabinet or in an area that is inaccessible to the children; kept in its original container; and returned to the child’s parent or discarded when expired.

    Ensure all medication is stored in a locked cabinet or in an area that is inaccessible to the children; kept in its original container; and returned to the child’s parent or discarded when expired. 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 3/24/2025
21. Medium risk2/3/2025

    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.

    Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date. 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 3/24/2025
22. Medium-High risk2/3/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(c) — Provide a current caterer's health certificate as required.

    Provide a current caterer's health certificate as required. 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.

    Corrected 2/24/2025
23. Medium-High risk2/3/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) — Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each use. The disinfectant requires a 10 minute wait time, and the next child was changed immediately.

    Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each use. The disinfectant requires a 10 minute wait time, and the next child was changed immediately. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: in addition to the items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use, diapering surfaces.

    Corrected 2/24/2025
24. Medium-High risk2/3/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(ii) — Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after using the toilet or having their diaper changed.

    Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after using the toilet or having their diaper changed. 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 immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed.

    Corrected 2/24/2025
25. Medium-High risk2/3/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(iii) — Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately after assisting a child in toileting.

    Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately after assisting a child in toileting. Regulation: Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after assisting a child in toileting.

    Corrected 2/24/2025