Description: Since its founding in 1970, the South Mountain YMCA has become a hub of both the South Orange and Maplewood communities, with our location being on the town line between the two train stations. We are proud to be the largest provider of childcare, summer day camp and youth sports programs, as well as offering before and after care for all elementary schools in the South Orange/ Maplewood school district. All of our child care programs, including our 14 day camps are licensed by the state of New Jersey. Our camps are also accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA).
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| 2022-12-16 | 2023-03-27 | 3A:52-5.3(l)(1) |
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Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating Violation Observed: Ensure that the center has written emergency plans in a readily accessible location that includes evacuation, disaster and lockdown procedures.1/18/23: Missing alternative location. |
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| 2022-12-16 | 2023-03-27 | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) |
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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). The sponsor or sponsor representative and each staff member shall complete the electronic fingerprinting process through the vendor authorized by the State to conduct CHRI background checks through the Division of State Police in the Department of Law and Public Safety and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Violation Observed: Ensure that 4 named staff complete a CHRI background check as required.1/18/23: Pertains to 1 named staff. |
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| 2022-12-16 | 2023-01-18 | 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) |
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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. Violation Observed: Remove the debris and overgrown vegetation throughout the play area. |
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| 2022-12-16 | 2023-01-18 | 3A:52-5.3(b)(2) |
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Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the outdoor play area shall be graded or provided with drains to dispose of surface water. Violation Observed: Repair the carpet surfacing on the play area outside of the exit door from room 8 to prohibit a collection of stagnant water from forming. |
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| 2022-12-16 | 2023-01-18 | 3A:52-5.3(b)(6) |
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Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: centers that provide outdoor space shall maintain all fencing in proper condition. Violation Observed: Remove the broken orange fencing throughout the play area. |
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| 2022-12-16 | 2023-03-27 | 3A:52-5.3(p) |
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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. Violation Observed: Ensure that the safety straps are securely fastened when children occupy bouncy seats in room 3. |
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| 2022-12-16 | 2023-01-18 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) |
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Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. Violation Observed: Provide a cover for the mechanical ventilation in the ceiling by the exit door outside of room 3. |
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| 2022-12-16 | 2023-01-18 | 3A:52-5.4(a)(3) |
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For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, crawl spaces, attic spaces, and all doors and windows used for natural ventilation shall be provided with insect screening. Violation Observed: Repair the broken window screens that are accessible to the play area. |
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| 2022-12-16 | 2023-01-18 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) |
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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. Violation Observed: Secure the door knob on the door from the lobby into the infant gym. |
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| 2022-12-16 | 2023-01-18 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(9) |
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Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition. Violation Observed: Repair or replace the rusted toilet plumbing pipes in room 10. |
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| 2022-12-16 | 2022-12-16 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) |
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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. Violation Observed: Ensure the changing table remains locked or diapering creams are inaccessible to the children in room 8. |
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| 2022-12-16 | 2023-03-27 | 3A:52-5.2(a)(5) |
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The center shall be permitted to obtain a valid fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, and submit a copy of the certificate to the Office of Licensing in lieu of a CO or CCO, if the center serves only children 2 ½ years of age or older and is located in a public school building that is used as a public school. Violation Observed: Provide a current fire certificate as required. |
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| 2022-12-16 | 2023-01-18 | 3A:52-6.6(e)(3) |
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The center shall maintain on file a written policy on the disciplining of children by staff members. The policy shall be posted in a prominent location within the center. Violation Observed: Post the center's discipline policy in a prominent location. |
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| 2022-12-16 | 2023-03-27 | 3A:52-6.3(a)(12)(ii) |
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All centers shall comply with the following requirements, the center shall ensure that these safety and sanitation practices are followed: sippy cups shall be labeled with the child’s name. Violation Observed: Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name throughout the center. |
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| 2022-12-16 | 2023-01-18 | 3A:52-6.4(i) |
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Children shall not use pacifiers with straps or other types of attachment devices. Violation Observed: Cease the use of pacifier straps or other types of attachment devices in room 2. |
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