Description: The Montessori Learning Center of Park Ridge, LLC is a Regular Child Care Center in Park Ridge NJ, with a maximum capacity of 30 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 2 1/2 - 6 years. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.
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| 2022-12-19 | 2023-02-03 | 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) |
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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: 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). Violation Observed: Ensure all medications required by the special care plan are present at the center. |
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| 2022-10-25 | 2022-12-19 | 3A:52-4.6(a) |
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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). Violation Observed: Maintain on file disclosure of the presence or absence of conviction(s) for crimes or disorderly persons offenses. One staff file was missing a Criminal Disclosure Statement. |
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| 2022-10-25 | 2022-12-19 | 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) |
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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: 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). Violation Observed: Ensure that all medications are accessible to trained staff and are unexpired. In Room 2 epi-pens was expired and kept outside in parent's car. |
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| 2022-10-25 | 2022-10-25 | 3A:52-5.4(a)(6)(i) |
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For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, kitchen facility requirements are as follows: the kitchen facility or food preparation area shall be separated from other areas of the center by a door, gate, screen, or other barrier to prevent accidental access by children. Violation Observed: Provide a barrier to the kitchen area to prevent accidental access by the children. The door leading to the kitchen in the Gym/All Purpose Room was left open. It was closed by the Director who was present at the time of inspection. |
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| 2022-10-25 | 2022-12-19 | 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: Repair roof of play house in the outdoor play area.. |
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| 2022-10-25 | 2022-12-19 | 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. |
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| 2022-10-25 | 2022-12-19 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(11) |
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Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all windows and other glass surfaces that are not made of safety glass and that are located within 36 inches above the floor shall have protective guards. Violation Observed: Ensure that glass within 36 inches above the floor are made of safety glass. Remove mirror in children's bathroom or provide proof of said mirror being shatter free. |
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| 2022-10-25 | 2022-12-19 | 3A:52-5.3(c)(1) |
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Lighting requirements are as follows: all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs shall have protective covers or shields. Violation Observed: Secure light cover in Room 1. |
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| 2022-10-25 | 2022-12-19 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) |
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Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of Violation Observed: Repair the hole in the wall behind the door in Room 1. |
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| 2022-10-25 | 2022-12-19 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(16)(i) |
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Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of excessive peeling or chipped paint. Violation Observed: Repair crack at the top of wall at the entrance. |
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| 2022-10-25 | 2022-12-19 | 3A:52-5.3(r) |
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The center shall take any steps required by the Office of Licensing to correct conditions in the building or center that may endanger the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. Violation Observed: Remove or provide a barrier around the two story chair rack in Gym to prevent accidental collision. |
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| 2022-10-25 | 2022-12-19 | 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: Ensure that all playground equipment meets public playground design standards (ASTM F-1487). Remove or provide documentation stating that the small multi-color slide on the outdoor play area is intended for commercial use. |
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| 2022-02-03 | 2022-03-07 | 3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(ii) |
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Space and room requirements are as follows: at no time shall a center allow more children in attendance than the licensed room capacity. Violation Observed: Ensure that the center complies with the licensed capacity of the classrooms at all times throughout the center. At the time of inspection, there were 21 children in Room 1. The capacity of the room is 18. |
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| 2022-02-03 | 2022-03-07 | 3A:52-5.3(r) |
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The center shall take any steps required by the Office of Licensing to correct conditions in the building or center that may endanger the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. Violation Observed: Per the NJ Department of Health COVID-19 Public Health Recommendations pursuant to Executive Order No. 149, ensure that all health and safety guidelines are adhered to as required. Ensure staff are wearing masks at all times while in the center. |
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| 2022-02-03 | 2022-03-07 | 3A:52-6.4(g)(2) |
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When sheets, blankets and other coverings are not stored with sleeping equipment, each of these items shall be stored separately for each child. Violation Observed: Ensure that each child's bedding is stored separately. Ensure cots are not stacked on top of one another with bedding on the cots. |
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