The Salvation Army - Newark NJ Regular Child Care Center

699 SPRINGFIELD AVENUE NEWARK WESTSIDE COMMUNITY CHUR , NEWARK NJ 07103
(973) 375-5933

About the Provider

Description: The Salvation Army is a Regular Child Care Center in NEWARK NJ, with a maximum capacity of 60 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 6 - 13 years. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 07SAL0003
  • Capacity: 60
  • Age Range: 6 - 13 years
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • District Office: New Jersey Dept of Children and Families - Office of Licensing
  • District Office Phone: 1-877-667-9845 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Date Cited Date Abated Regulation Number
2019-04-04 3A:52-5.3(a)(19)
Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall test for the presence of radon gas in each classroom on the lowest floor level used by children at least once every five years and shall post the test results in a prominent location in all buildings at the center, as specified in N.J.S.A. 30:5B-5.2.
2019-04-04 3A:52-4.6(a)
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: RECITE: Obtain and maintain on file at the center all documents listed on the staff records checklist, specifically, a medical clearance for 1 staff member.
2019-04-04 3A:52-4.8(d)(1)
In lieu of the child care staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(b), the director, head teacher(s), group teacher(s), and program supervisor(s) shall each complete 20 hours of staff development each year. Recommended topics of training for these staff include educational and physical activity.

Violation Observed: RECITE: Ensure that the director completes 3 more hours of professional development training in order to meet the required annual staff development hours.
2019-04-04 3A:52-5.3(a)(2)
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: RECITE: Repair or replace the stained ceiling tiles located in the hallway by the gym entrance.
2019-04-04 3A:52-5.4(a)(1)
For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, all electrical outlets that are accessible to the children shall have protective covers.

Violation Observed: RECITE: Provide protective covers for the electrical outlets throughout the center.
2019-04-04 3A:52-5.3(c)(2)
Lighting requirements are as follows: during program activities, at least 20 foot-candles of natural or artificial light shall be provided in all rooms used by the children. This illumination shall be measured three feet above the floor at the farthest point from the light source.

Violation Observed: 1.) Repair or replace the inoperable light fixture located in Classroom A.2.) Repair or replace the 2 inoperable light fixtures located in the Stage Area.3.) Repair or replace the 2 inoperable light fixtures located in the Computer Room.
2019-04-04 3A:52-5.3(p)
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: RECITE: Secure all computer screen bases located in the Computer Room to their respective surfaces.
2019-04-04 3A:52-5.3(a)(19)
Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall test for the presence of radon gas in each classroom on the lowest floor level used by children at least once every five years and shall post the test results in a prominent location in all buildings at the center, as specified in N.J.S.A. 30:5B-5.2.
2019-04-04 3A:52-5.3(a)(2)
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: RECITE: Repair or replace the stained ceiling tiles located in the hallway by the gym entrance.
2019-04-04 3A:52-5.4(a)(1)
For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, all electrical outlets that are accessible to the children shall have protective covers.

Violation Observed: RECITE: Provide protective covers for the electrical outlets throughout the center.
2019-04-04 3A:52-5.3(c)(2)
Lighting requirements are as follows: during program activities, at least 20 foot-candles of natural or artificial light shall be provided in all rooms used by the children. This illumination shall be measured three feet above the floor at the farthest point from the light source.

Violation Observed: 1.) Repair or replace the inoperable light fixture located in Classroom A.2.) Repair or replace the 2 inoperable light fixtures located in the Stage Area.3.) Repair or replace the 2 inoperable light fixtures located in the Computer Room.
2019-04-04 3A:52-5.3(p)
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: RECITE: Secure all computer screen bases located in the Computer Room to their respective surfaces.
2019-04-04 2019-05-17 3A:52-4.8(d)(1)
In lieu of the child care staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(b), the director, head teacher(s), group teacher(s), and program supervisor(s) shall each complete 20 hours of staff development each year. Recommended topics of training for these staff include educational and physical activity.

Violation Observed: RECITE: Ensure that the director completes 3 more hours of professional development training in order to meet the required annual staff development hours.
2019-04-04 2019-05-13 3A:52-4.6(a)
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: RECITE: Obtain and maintain on file at the center all documents listed on the staff records checklist, specifically, a medical clearance for 1 staff member.
2019-04-04 3A:52-5.3(c)(2)
Lighting requirements are as follows: during program activities, at least 20 foot-candles of natural or artificial light shall be provided in all rooms used by the children. This illumination shall be measured three feet above the floor at the farthest point from the light source.

Violation Observed: 1.) Repair or replace the inoperable light fixture located in Classroom A.2.) Repair or replace the 2 inoperable light fixtures located in the Stage Area.3.) Repair or replace the 2 inoperable light fixtures located in the Computer Room.

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