Description: The Learning Experience is a Regular Child Care Center in Mount Laurel NJ, with a maximum capacity of 178 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 0 - 13 years. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.
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| 2021-11-29 | 2021-12-16 | 3A:52-4.9(a) |
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The sponsor, sponsor representative, director, or any staff member shall verbally notify the State Central Registry Hotline (1-877 NJ ABUSE/1-877-652-2873) immediately whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect by a staff member, or any other adult, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.9, 8.10, 8.13 and 8.14. Violation Observed: Per the NJ Department of Health COVID-19 Public Health Recommendations pursuant to Executive Order No. 149, Children over the age of 2 shall be encouraged to wear masks when appropriate and safe. 7/23/2021 5/24/2021 11805 The sponsor, sponsor representative, director, or any staff member shall verbally notify the State Central Registry Hotline (1-877 NJ ABUSE/1-877-652-2873) immediately whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect by a staff member, or any other adult, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.9, 8.10, 8.13 and 8.14. 3A:52-4.9(a) 76462 705463 Upload on NJCCIS the center's illness log. 6/14/2021 5/24/2021 12616 For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the center shall maintain on file a log of the initial illnesses, symptoms of illness, or diseases that are exhibited by each child while in the center’s care, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1(c) and (d). This illness log shall include 3A:52-7.9(a)(1) 76462 705463 Wash and disinfect the playground equipment after each use. 6/14/2021 5/24/2021 12520 Disinfectants shall be used as follows: the center shall disinfect those items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3 with a solution that shall be 3A:52-7.7(a)(1) 76462 705463 Wash and disinfect the diapering surface after each use in Room 107.7/6/21Staff in Room 107 stated the wrong process for washing and disinfecting the diapering surface after each use. 8/16/2021 5/24/2021 12561 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. 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) 76462 705463 Wash and disinfect the mouthed toys after each use in Rooms 103 and 111. 6/14/2021 5/24/2021 12562 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, toys mouthed by infants and toddlers before being given to another child. 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iv) 76462 705463 Ensure that the staff maintain a positive method of guidance and discipline in the make believe room wherein staff yelled "Ok we are not going outside, I'm done" to the children.Retrain the staff member on positive methods of guidance and discipline. 6/14/2021 5/24/2021 12266 The methods of guidance and discipline used shall: be positive. 3A:52-6.6(a)(1) 76462 705463 Wash children's hands after coming in contact with nasal secretions in Room 117.Wash children's hands after coming in contact with body fluids in Room 115. 6/14/21Wash the child's hands after coming in contact with nasal secretions in Room 107. 7/6/2021 5/24/2021 12575 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 coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions. 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(iii) 76462 705463 Upload on NJCCIS the center's table of organization with job descriptions. 9/10/2021 5/24/2021 11650 The sponsor or sponsor representative shall designate individuals with the authority and responsibility to develop and implement written policies and procedures for the operation of the center, including a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication. 3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(1) 76462 705463 Update the staff records checklist. 9/10/2021 5/24/2021 11698 The center shall maintain on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by the Office of Licensing, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(b), indicating that the center has obtained documentation of the applicable staff education and experience, as specified in 3A:52-4.6(b) through (d). 3A:52-4.6(a) 76462 705463 Ensure that 14 named staff members have cleared CARI forms.7/6/216 staff members completed CARI forms remaining.7/23/211 named staff member remaining. 11/1/2021 5/24/2021 11522 When the center applies for a new or renewal license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department the completed CARI consent forms for all staff members who are or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis. Within two weeks after a new staff member begins working at the center, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department a completed CARI consent form for the new staff member. 3A:52-4.10(b)(1) 76462 705463 Ensure that 7 named staff members have cleared CHRI forms.7/23/216 named staff members remaining.9/10/213 named staff members CHRI forms remaining.11/1/21Ensure that 10 named staff members have cleared CHRI forms.1/12/22Ensure that 6 named staff members have cleared CHRI forms.1/18/22Ensure that 5 named staff members have cleared CHRI forms. 2/4/2022 5/24/2021 11536 As a conditi |
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| 2021-11-01 | 2021-11-18 | 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) |
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The sponsor or sponsor representative, and each staff member shall complete a signed consent form provided by the Department that indicates the identifying information necessary to conduct a CARI background check, including the person’s name, address, date of birth, sex, race, and Social Security number. Pursuant to the Federal Privacy Act of 1974 (P.L. 93-579), the Department shall advise each such person that the disclosure of his or her Social Security number is voluntary, and that the Social Security number will only be used for the purpose of conducting a CARI background check. Violation Observed: Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for 10 named staff members. | 11/18/21 | 5 CARI forms remaining. |
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| 2021-11-01 | 2021-11-18 | 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) |
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For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, 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. Violation Observed: Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date in Room 107. |
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| 2021-11-01 | 2021-11-18 | 3A:52-4.4(a)(2) |
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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. Violation Observed: Update the primary caregiver as needed throughout the center. |
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| 2021-11-01 | 2021-11-18 | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(v) |
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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 outdoor play. Violation Observed: Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after outdoor play in Room 117. |
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| 2021-11-01 | 2021-11-18 | 3A:52-5.3(n)(3)(iv) |
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Fire prevention requirements are as follows: the center shall maintain on file a record of each fire drill, as specified in the NJUFC, which record shall include the total amount of time taken to evacuate the center. Violation Observed: Ensure that the meeting spot for the fire drills are away from the center. |
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| 2021-11-01 | 2021-11-18 | 3A:52-4.5(c)(1) |
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The director shall be scheduled to work at the center at least 50 percent of the center’s daily operating hours. Violation Observed: Ensure that the director is at the center at least 50% of the center's daily operating hours. |
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| 2021-11-01 | 2021-07-06 | 3A:52-4.5(b)(2)(i) |
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The director shall have the authority and responsibility for the implementation of policies and procedures for the day-to-day operation of the center, including maintenance of staff attendance records indicating daily hours worked. Violation Observed: Ensure that the center maintains daily time sheets for staff that indicate the hours the staff worked at the center including the director. |
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| 2021-11-01 | 2021-09-10 | 3A:52-4.3(a)(1) |
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The center shall develop and implement an Office of Licensing-approved method to keep track of the location and ensure the safety of all children at all times when under the center’s supervision, including the transfer of supervision from and to parents during arrival and departure and the utilization of off-site locations, including playgrounds and field trips. Violation Observed: Recited: Ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center wherein staff in Room 106 stated that they were caring for 7 children when 8 children were present. |
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| 2021-08-16 | 2021-09-10 | 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: Cut the weeds on the playground. |
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| 2021-08-16 | 2021-09-10 | 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 the sink in Room 106. |
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| 2021-08-16 | 2021-09-10 | 3A:52-4.3(a)(2) |
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The center shall ensure that all staff members are trained in the method of keeping track of children and know how many children are in their care at all times. Violation Observed: 8/16/21 | a. Staff in Room 107 had to count the children. | b. Staff in Room 107 didn't know the ages of the children in their care. |
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| 2021-07-23 | 2021-08-16 | 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: Clean the mechanical vents in the rooms as needed throughout the center. |
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| 2021-07-23 | 2021-08-16 | 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) |
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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. Violation Observed: Remove the small slide from the playground that doesn't meet the playground standards. |
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| 2021-06-14 | 2021-07-23 | 3A:52-4.3(a) |
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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. Violation Observed: Ensure that the children are supervised at all times wherein a named child in the Make Believe Room was standing on a chair and staff was unaware. |
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