Brooklyn Bureau of Community Services @ NYCHA Seth Low
Brooklyn Bureau of Community Services @ NYCHA Seth Low
License/Registration ID: 831443
137 Belmont Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11212
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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-052005
Date:
07/14/2025
Inspection Type:
Monitoring
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
Adequate light, heat, and ventilation
414.3(b)
Y
All established fire lanes are unobstructed
414.3(l)
Y
Approval obtained prior to changes, additions, expansions to child care area
414.3(a)(2)
Y
Exit stairways are enclosed with fire-resistant walls, doors and doorframes that are consistent with applicable codes
414.3(l)
Y
Hydrants are accessible and free of obstructions.
414.3(l)
Y
Liquefied petroleum gas stored in accordance with Reference Standard 35-5, 39-1, and 39-2.
414.3(l)
Y
Separate area for sick children to rest
414.3(o)
Y
Sprinkler valves are accessible and unobstructed and labeled appropriately
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
All pets that require a license must be licensed
414.5(l)(2)
Y
Firearms are prohibited at the child care program, except where exempted by law and regulation
414.5(x)
Y
Furniture, play equipment and other materials are sturdy, free of sharp edges and corners
414.5(n)(1)
Y
No portable heating equipment, electric or fuel-fired, is in use or accessible
414.5(c)
Y
Poisonous, toxic, flammable and dangerous items are inaccessible to children
414.5(v)
Y
*
Porches, walkways, decks and stairs with more than two steps have barriers to prevent falling
414.5(e)
Y
Postings of emergency telephone numbers
414.5(m)(2)
Y
*
Suitable precautions are taken to eliminate all safety and health hazards
414.5(a)
Y
414.7 Program Requirements
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
Dishes and utensils washed with hot water between uses
414.11(i)(15)
Y
Individual drinking cups or disposable cups must be provided daily; drinking cups and utensils must be washed before use by another child
414.11(i)(14)
Y
Medication in original containers, both prescription and OTC
414.11(f)(15)
Y
Medication is administered at the right time
414.11(f)(8)(iii)
Y
No dampness, odors, or accumulated trash on premises
414.11(i)(8)
Y
414.14 Training
*
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
Summary of Violations
Date Cited
Regulation
Regulation Description
Compliance Status
Corrected on- Site?
07/14/2025
414.2(f)
Applicants for renewal of a registration may not be issued a registration until an inspection of the program has been conducted showing compliance with the requirements of this Part and the relevant provisions of the Social Services Law.
Corrected
N
07/14/2025
414.3(l)(2)
Buildings, systems and equipment must be kept in good repair and operate as designed.
Corrected
N
07/14/2025
414.13(g)(1)(iv)
To be qualified as a director, a person must possess either: two years of college with 18 credits in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation or a related field; and two years of direct experience working with children less than 13 years of age, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity in a child care program or related field of work.
Corrected
N
07/14/2025
414.13(g)(2)
To be qualified as a group teacher, a person must possess either:
Corrected
N
07/14/2025
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
Date Cited
07/14/2025
Regulation
414.2(f)
Regulation Description
Applicants for renewal of a registration may not be issued a registration until an inspection of the program has been conducted showing compliance with the requirements of this Part and the relevant provisions of the Social Services Law.
Compliance Status
Corrected
Corrected on- Site?
N
Date Cited
07/14/2025
Regulation
414.3(l)(2)
Regulation Description
Buildings, systems and equipment must be kept in good repair and operate as designed.
Compliance Status
Corrected
Corrected on- Site?
N
Date Cited
07/14/2025
Regulation
414.13(g)(1)(iv)
Regulation Description
To be qualified as a director, a person must possess either: two years of college with 18 credits in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation or a related field; and two years of direct experience working with children less than 13 years of age, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity in a child care program or related field of work.
Compliance Status
Corrected
Corrected on- Site?
N
Date Cited
07/14/2025
Regulation
414.13(g)(2)
Regulation Description
To be qualified as a group teacher, a person must possess either:
Compliance Status
Corrected
Corrected on- Site?
N
Date Cited
07/14/2025
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
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