Daycare In Bayville Reportedly Cited For Infant-Safety Violations

BERKELEY, NJ — The state cited the Learning Experience of Bayville for several sanitary and infant-safety violations, according to the Asbury Park Press. The daycare center was reportedly cited Aug. 8 and again on Aug. 28 by the state's Division of Children and Families' Office of Licensing.

The Learning Experience staff failed to wash their hands after diaper changes, according to the Asbury Park Press. They reportedly also left blankets with babies, which pediatricians nationally consider a smother hazard.

A corporate spokesperson declined comment on specific violations but told the Asbury Park Press, "We work closely with state regulators to address any compliance opportunities and resolve any outstanding concerns."

Violations reportedly also included the following:

• Staff failed to wash their hands with soap and water before preparing food.
• They failed to have children wash their hands before eating.
• Staff didn't sterilize diaper changes.
• Staff violated room capacity. Sixty-three children were in a room designed for 25 children.

The DCF did not return comment to Patch in time for publication.

The Learning Experience is a national chain of daycare centers.

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