NIA Community Services Network Inc. @ Brighter Choice Community School
NIA Community Services Network Inc. @ Brighter Choice Community School
License/Registration ID: 783164
280 Hart Street Brooklyn, NY 11206
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This Checklist reflects a partial list of the regulatory requirements based on the inspection performed. Additional violations may have been cited that are not included in the inspection checklist.
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Inspection ID:
2025-I-NYCDOH-009382
Date:
04/07/2025
Inspection Type:
Annual Unannounced
Inspection Result:
Violations found
Compliance Status:
Y-Compliant, N-Noncompliant, N/O-Not Observed, N/A-Not Applicable, P/V-Prior Violation
Reg
Compliance Status
413.3 Enforcement of Regulations
*
Posting of Compliance History Document
413.3(g)(3)(i)
Y
414.3 Building and Equipment
All established fire lanes are unobstructed
414.3(l)
Y
Hot and cold running water available and accessible at all times
414.3(k)
Y
Minimum temperature maintained
414.3(d)
Y
No flammable or combustible items hanging from ceiling
414.3(l)
Y
414.4 Fire Protection
*
Adequate means of egress must be provided, and children are only cared for on floors with accessible alternate means of egress
414.4(f)
Y
Corridors, aisles and approaches to exits are unobstructed
414.4(f)(2)
Y
414.5 Safety
Closet door latches can be opened from the inside
414.5(s)(1)
Y
Poisonous, toxic, flammable and dangerous items are inaccessible to children
414.5(v)
Y
Porches, walkways, decks, ramps and stairs must not present a safety or health hazard
414.5(a)
Y
*
Suitable precautions are taken to eliminate all safety and health hazards
414.5(a)
Y
Working carbon monoxide alarm(s) if children nap at the program
414.5(t)
Y
414.7 Program Requirements
A daily schedule has been established which includes daily physical activity
414.7(a)(1)
Y
Age-appropriate activities are available
414.7(c)
Y
Children have a choice between quiet and active play
414.7(e)
Y
Children may not spend the majority of program time engaging in activities while seated or focused on a single activity or skill
414.7(d)
Y
Sufficient quantity and variety of age-appropriate materials & equipment are available
414.7(c)
Y
414.8 Supervision of Children
*
Competent direct supervision is maintained at all times
414.8(a)
Y
*
Number of staff is appropriate for number of children present
414.8(j)
Y
414.11 Health and Infection Control
Cots, beds, mats, and mattresses are cleaned between use by different children, and at least monthly
414.11(i)(16)
Y
Medication administration log completed noting why medication not administered as prescribed
414.11(f)(9)(iii)
Y
Medication is administered to the right child
414.11(f)(8)(i)
Y
Medication is admnistered in the right dose
414.11(f)(8)(ii)
Y
No vermin on premises
414.11(i)(9)
Y
Sanitary eating area
414.11(i)(6)
Y
The correct medication is administered
414.11(f)(8)(iv)
Y
Thermometers are washed and disinfected as appropriate
414.11(i)(13)
Y
414.14 Training
A minimum of five (5) hours of Office approved training must be obtained each year which addresses topics or subject matters set forth in 414.14(d).
414.14(c)(2)
Y
*
At least one staff member certified in First Aid and CPR is present at all times children are in care
414.14(k)
Y
Each identified staff and volunteer completed Federal Health and Safety training within required timeframes
414.14(b)
Y
414.15 Management and administration
*
Numbers and ages of children present are within licensed or registered capacity
414.15(a)(4)
Y
This program is located in a public school and, therefore, the program may not be responsible for correcting the listed violations.
Summary of Violations
Date Cited
Regulation
Regulation Description
Compliance Status
Corrected on- Site?
04/07/2025
414.11(b)(1)
Staff and volunteers must each submit a medical statement on forms furnished by the Office or an approved equivalent from a health care provider:
Corrected
N
04/07/2025
414.15(b)(11)(ii)(e)
In hiring a director subsequent to issuance of a registration, a program: must submit to the Office within 15 days of the written notification of the change in director the name of any new director and the supporting documentation needed to complete the approval process including: two acceptable references;
Corrected
N
04/07/2025
414.15(b)(23)(iv)
Upon termination or resignation of the director: An approved, permanent director must be on-site, performing the duties of the position, within ninety days.
Corrected
N
04/07/2025
414.15(c)(11)
The program must maintain on file at the program, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: personnel information including a list of all staff with job assignments and schedules; each staff and volunteer's final and, if applicable, provisional criminal history review and background check approval letter(s); staff resumes; medical statement; acceptable references and other information required by section 414.13 of this Part;
Corrected
N
Date Cited
04/07/2025
Regulation
414.11(b)(1)
Regulation Description
Staff and volunteers must each submit a medical statement on forms furnished by the Office or an approved equivalent from a health care provider:
Compliance Status
Corrected
Corrected on- Site?
N
Date Cited
04/07/2025
Regulation
414.15(b)(11)(ii)(e)
Regulation Description
In hiring a director subsequent to issuance of a registration, a program: must submit to the Office within 15 days of the written notification of the change in director the name of any new director and the supporting documentation needed to complete the approval process including: two acceptable references;
Compliance Status
Corrected
Corrected on- Site?
N
Date Cited
04/07/2025
Regulation
414.15(b)(23)(iv)
Regulation Description
Upon termination or resignation of the director: An approved, permanent director must be on-site, performing the duties of the position, within ninety days.
Compliance Status
Corrected
Corrected on- Site?
N
Date Cited
04/07/2025
Regulation
414.15(c)(11)
Regulation Description
The program must maintain on file at the program, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: personnel information including a list of all staff with job assignments and schedules; each staff and volunteer's final and, if applicable, provisional criminal history review and background check approval letter(s); staff resumes; medical statement; acceptable references and other information required by section 414.13 of this Part;
Compliance Status
Corrected
Corrected on- Site?
N
Inspections may be conducted outside of program operating hours and/or off-site (where inspector was not on premises where care is provided) for the following reasons:
For additional information on this program and compliance history, contact:
Office: New York City Dept. of Health - Regional Office
Phone: (646) 632-6305