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EHS observed no gas-fired equipment inspection available for review. EHS spoke with the General Manager who indicated that they are in the process of acquiring a new inspection.

All gas-fired equipment shall be inspected at least annually by a qualified licensed contractor or local fire authority, if available. Points to be inspected are proper construction and installation, malfunctions and adjustments of controls and burners, faulty heat exchangers and vent obstructions. Any defects found on inspection must be corrected by a qualified heating contractor prior to use of the equipment. Upon request, the operator shall provide evidence of inspection and/or correction of any deficiency

CA: EHS advised the PIC that all gas-fired equipment shall be inspected at least annually by a qualified licensed contractor or local fire authority, if available; an inspection is to be acquired as soon as possible

EHS observed the paint in the interior of the microwaves in rooms 119 and 213 to be peeling and the exposed surface to be rusty.

511-6-2-.14(5) - Condition of Furnishings All furniture, draperies, appliances, carpets, and other accessories, in the tourist accommodation, whether the property of the tourist accommodation owner or not, shall be considered the property of and furnished by the tourist accommodation for purposes of enforcement of this Chapter, and must be maintained in good repair, clean, and free of vermin.

CA: EHS advised the PIC that the appliances should either be repaired to the original finish, if possible, or discarded and replaced

EHS observed damage to the wall in room 121, exposing the dry wall. In room 213, the coving behind the bed was observed to be peeling and the a/c unit vent was observed to be missing the filter.

511-6-2-.14(5) - Condition of Furnishings All furniture, draperies, appliances, carpets, and other accessories, in the tourist accommodation, whether the property of the tourist accommodation owner or not, shall be considered the property of and furnished by the tourist accommodation for purposes of enforcement of this Chapter, and must be maintained in good repair, clean, and free of vermin.

CA: EHS advised the PIC that damage observed to the wall should be repaired, the coving should be re-fixed to the wall, and filter should be acquired and placed in the a/c unit

EHS observed linen with yellow or dark colored stains in all rooms but room 213, and burns holes in the linen of rooms 114 and 121.

511-6-2-.14(6) - Bed, Bedding, and Linens Washable mattress pads or covers shall be used on all mattresses. Beds, mattresses, springs, slats, mattress pads, mattress and bed coverings, pillow and pillow covers shall be clean and free from vermin. Each bed shall be provided, as a minimum, with two sheets and one pillow and pillowcase. After each occupancy and upon the request of the occupant, sheets and pillowcases shall be changed with fresh laundered linens. During occupancy, linens shall be changed at a minimum frequency of not less than weekly.

CA: EHS advised the PIC that linen with stains and/or burn holes must be cleaned and replaced with new items; linen with holes should be repaired or discarded and items with stains should be discarded if stains can't be removed

EHS observed the A/C unit power plug connected into an exposed electrical junction box with no cover plate in rooms 119 and 121, with a noticeable black soot like precipitate around the connection in room 119. EHS spoke with the General Manger who stated that the electrical junction boxes were grandfathered-in like this.

511-6-2-.18(6) - Eletrical Supply Grounded and weather-proof electrical outlets supplying at least one-hundred- fifteen volts shall be provided at each trailer space. Power lines shall be located underground or suspended at least eighteen feet above ground. All electrical work and materials shall comply with the applicable International Electrical Code with Georgia Amendments and local laws, ordinances, or regulations.

CA: EHS advised the PIC that the junction box set-up is an electrical safety hazard. The box should be installed into the wall with a proper outlet and cover plate for protection

EHS observed facility unable to provide gas-fired equipment inspection form. Violation: All gas-fired equipment shall be inspected at least annually by a qualified licensed contractor or local fire authority, if available. Points to be inspected are proper construction and installation, malfunctions and adjustments of controls and burners, faulty heat exchangers and vent obstructions. Any defects found on inspection must be corrected by a qualified heating contractor prior to use of the equipment. Upon request, the operator shall provide evidence of inspection and/or correction of any deficiency. CA: Ensure inspection is completed annually and form is available upon request

EHS observed air conditioner air filters in all rooms observed with dust accumulation. Violation: All furniture, draperies, appliances, carpets, and other accessories, in the tourist accommodation, whether the property of the tourist accommodation owner or not, shall be considered the property of and furnished by the tourist accommodation for purposes of enforcement of this Chapter, and must be maintained in good repair, clean, and free of vermin. CA: clean air filters at frequency to prevent accumulation of dust

EHS observed cushioned chairs in all rooms observed with stains or tears. Violation: All furniture, draperies, appliances, carpets, and other accessories, in the tourist accommodation, whether the property of the tourist accommodation owner or not, shall be considered the property of and furnished by the tourist accommodation for purposes of enforcement of this Chapter, and must be maintained in good repair, clean, and free of vermin. CA: clean and repair or replace chairs

EHS observed bedding in all rooms observed with stains. Violation: Beds, mattresses, springs, slats, mattress pads, mattress and bed coverings, pillow and pillow covers shall be clean and free from vermin. CA: clean or replace bedding

EHS did not observed most recent inspection report posted. Violation: The most recent tourist accommodation inspection report form shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in a public area such as the registration desk, where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. CA: post inspection report form 07/08/25

EHS observed single service coffee cups in all rooms observed that were not commercially prepackaged. Violation: Single- service items placed in a guestroom or dwelling units shall be commercially pre-wrapped to protect against contamination. Water glasses shall be inverted on a clean surface or covered with a single-service lid and other multi-use utensils shall be protected from contamination in a manner approved by the Health Authority. Equipment, utensils, dishes, etc. in kitchenettes provided for guest use shall be kept clean and sanitized between each tourist’s occupancy. If kitchenettes are provided for tourist use, then dishwashing detergent shall be made available for tourist use. CA: ensure that all single service items are commercially prepackaged

Observed cushioned seats in rooms 114 and 223 stained.. Observed white stains in carpet floor in rooms 211 and 226.

511-6-2-.14(5) - Condition of Furnishings All furniture, draperies, appliances, carpets, and other accessories, in the tourist accommodation, whether the property of the tourist accommodation owner or not, shall be considered the property of and furnished by the tourist accommodation for purposes of enforcement of this Chapter, and must be maintained in good repair, clean, and free of vermin.

Corrective action: Spoke with PIC about having stains cleaned

Observed either bed cover stains, pillow case stains or both in all rooms inspected

511-6-2-.14(6) - Bed, Bedding, and Linens Washable mattress pads or covers shall be used on all mattresses. Beds, mattresses, springs, slats, mattress pads, mattress and bed coverings, pillow and pillow covers shall be clean and free from vermin. Each bed shall be provided, as a minimum, with two sheets and one pillow and pillowcase. After each occupancy and upon the request of the occupant, sheets and pillowcases shall be changed with fresh laundered linens. During occupancy, linens shall be changed at a minimum frequency of not less than weekly.

Corrective action: Spoke with PIC about having stains removed or replace the linens

Observed furniture such as mattresses and wardrobes laying on the ground to the right of the dumpsters lined up.

511-6-2-.18(2) - Grounds Free of Litter Grounds, including spaces beneath buildings and trailers, shall be kept clean and free of litter.

Corrective action: Spoke to PIC about having furniture removed

Observed inspection report from august 2023 displayed to the public; most recent from January 2024.

511-6-2-.04(1)a - Permit Display Any person operating a tourist accommodation shall obtain and display a valid DPH tourist accommodation permit issued by the Health Authority. (b) To qualify for a permit, an applicant shall:

1. Be an owner of the tourist accommodation;
2. Allow access to the tourist accommodation;
3. Provide all information as required on the application and pay all applicable local and state fees referenced in DPH Rule 511-6-2-.22 at the time the application is submitted and;
4. Score 100% on the permitting inspection for newly constructed facilities.

Corrective action: Spoke with PIC about having the most recent inspection displayed to the public

Observed shower coving weathered in all rooms. Observed toilet seat stained in room 118. Observed broken shower head taped together in room 118.

511-6-2-.08(4) - Toilet Facilities-Cleaning and Maintenance Toilet rooms and fixtures must be smooth and nonabsorbent and shall be kept clean and in good repair. Walls, floors, and ceilings shall be constructed of easily cleanable nonabsorbent materials and shall be kept clean and in good repair. While being used by tourists, every surface of a bathtub, shower, shower enclosure, toilet and lavatory, which may come in contact with a person’s body, must be sanitized each day, unless the guest has declined regular tourist room services. If a tourist declines regular tourist room services, the tourist accommodation facility must ensure that these surfaces are cleaned and sanitized at least once per week and between tourists.

Corrective action: Spoke to PIC about getting coving redone, toilet seat replaced and shower head fixed

Observed ventilation for bathrooms not working in rooms 111, 114, 118 and 226.

511-6-2-.08(5) - Toilet and Bathing Ventilation Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities shall be mechanically ventilated. Where ventilation ducts are used, ducts from toilet rooms shall not be connected into return ventilation ducts to any other room. In existing tourist accommodations permitted prior to the adoption of this rule, the current ventilation must prevent odor, mold, mildew, and moisture. All new or major renovation of a tourist accommodation will require mechanical ventilation to be installed to the outside of the building separate from heating and air-condition systems.

Corrective action: Spoke with PIC about having vents repaired

PIC could not provide EHS with current gas-fired equipment inspection report.

511-6-2-.15(5) - Heating and Fire Safety-Inspection All gas-fired equipment shall be inspected at least annually by a qualified licensed contractor or local fire authority, if available.Upon request, the operator shall provide evidence of inspection and/or correction of any deficiency.

EHS advised PIC to obtain inspection report and to keep it available to front desk staff during inspections

EHS observed stains on sheets in all observed rooms. EHS observed damaged/holed sheets in rooms 113, 113, 112.

511-6-2-.14(6) - Bed, Bedding, and Linens Washable mattress pads or covers shall be used on all mattresses. Beds, mattresses, springs, slats, mattress pads, mattress and bed coverings, pillow and pillow covers shall be clean and free from vermin.

EHS advised PIC to both increase cleaning frequency of linens and to discard badly damaged linens

EHS observed stains on toilet fixtures/seats in room 112, 113, 114.

511-6-2-.08(4) - Toilet Facilities-Cleaning and Maintenance Toilet rooms and fixtures must be smooth and nonabsorbent and shall be kept clean and in good repair.

EHS advised PIC to replace badly stained seats and to increase cleaning frequency of fixtures in bathrooms

EHS ventilation systems nonfunctional in rooms 114, 112, 213.

511-6-2-.08(5) - Toilet and Bathing Ventilation Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities shall be mechanically ventilated.

EHS advised PIC to repair vents in affected rooms

EHS observed in room 116 there was a rip in the sheets. In rooms 116, 112, 111,213, and 212 there were stains on the mattress sheets.

Corrective action- PIC needs to ensure that housekeeping are changing each room sheets. If they come across damage sheets they need to discharged them .

511-6-2-.14(6) - Bed, Bedding, and Linens Washable mattress pads or covers shall be used on all mattresses. Beds, mattresses, springs, slats, mattress pads, mattress and bed coverings, pillow and pillow covers shall be clean and free from vermin. Each bed shall be provided, as a minimum, with two sheets and one pillow and pillowcase. After each occupancy and upon the request of the occupant, sheets and pillowcases shall be changed with fresh laundered linens. During occupancy, linens shall be changed at a minimum frequency of not less than weekly

EHS observed failure to post previous inspection. The inspection that they have posted is on a yellow sheet and also the inspection they have posted is from 10/26/2022.

Corrective action- PIC needs to make sure they have up to date inspection posted.

511-6-2-.05(7) - Inspection Posting Any tourist accommodation inspection report addendum(s), completed by the Health Authority to document observations, violations, and corrective actions resulting from an inspection need not be displayed, but must be made available by the tourist accommodation operator to the public upon request

EHS observed room 111 the top of the toilet tank was rusty. Room 213 there was a burn mark on the toilet seat and the light switch did not work that was located by the entrance of the room. In room 112 the bathroom countertop was not sealed to the wall.

Corrective action- Make sure that housekeeping clean all bathrooms and make sure that maintenance is aware of items that need to be fixed in the room.

511-6-2-.08(4) - Toilet Facilities-Cleaning and Maintenance Toilet rooms and fixtures must be smooth and nonabsorbent and shall be kept clean and in good repair. Walls, floors, and ceilings shall be constructed of easily cleanable nonabsorbent materials and shall be kept clean and in good repair. While being used by tourists, every surface of a bathtub, shower, shower enclosure, toilet and lavatory, which may come in contact with a person’s body, must be sanitized each day, unless the guest has declined regular tourist room services. If a tourist declines regular tourist room services, the tourist accommodation facility must ensure that these surfaces are cleaned and sanitized at least once per week and between tourists

EHS observed all rooms 116, 111, 213, 212 bathroom ventilation did not work besides room 112.

Corrective action- PIC needs to make sure that all ventilation systems work in the bathrooms if not PIC needs to notify maintenance.

511-6-2-.08(5) - Toilet and Bathing Ventilation Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities shall be mechanically ventilated. Where ventilation ducts are used, ducts from toilet rooms shall not be connected into return ventilation ducts to any other room. In existing tourist accommodations permitted prior to the adoption of this rule, the current ventilation must prevent odor, mold, mildew, and moisture. All new or major renovation of a tourist accommodation will require mechanical ventilation to be installed to the outside of the building separate from heating and air-condition systems

EHS observed the gate surrounding the dumpster was open. The top right lid on the dumpster was open. Also, there was a shopping cart near dumpster.

Corrective action- PIC needs to make sure all trash is inside the dumpster. Make sure the gates and lids are closed.

511-6-2-.12(2) - Garbage and Refuse Containers All outside refuse or garbage storage containers shall be constructed of durable metal or other approved types of materials, which do not leak and do not absorb liquids and shall be provided with tight-fitting lids or covers and shall be kept covered when stored. Each container shall be located within 100 feet of dwelling units or trailer spaces or in a location approved by the Health Authority and shall be cleaned at such frequency as to prevent a nuisance or odor

EHS observed all rooms: 116, 112, 111,213, 212 had stained walls. In room 212 there was a hole above the sink. In Room 116 there was a hole above the shower head. Also in room 213 there was a hole in the ceiling by the bathroom sink

Corrective action- PIC needs to notify maintenance about damaged walls and notify housekeeping about stained walls so the walls can be properly cleaned.

511-6-2-.14(1) - Floors, Walls, and Ceilings Floors, walls, ceilings. windows, doors and all other appurtenances shall be of sound construction, properly maintained in good repair and shall be kept clean. In all new constructed and extensively remodeled residential kitchens used in bed and breakfast inns, coved base molding may be required. Walls and ceilings in residential kitchens shall be easily cleanable and light colored