Travelodge Macon West

EHS observed the following hand sink water temperatures to be below 120F:

• Room 104 - Water temperature 72F
• Room 307 - Water temperature 65F

511-6-2-.07(2) - Hot Water Supply Cold running water under pressure shall be provided to all equipment that uses water. Hot and cold running water under pressure shall be provided to all lavatories, bathing facilities, laundry facilities, and water-using equipment where eating and drinking utensils are washed. In all new tourist accommodations, and where possible in existing tourist accommodations, hot water in all guest rooms shall not exceed 120F.

CA: EHS advised the PIC that the water temperatures in all bathing facilities are to be above 100F but not exceed 120F; PIC is to investigate discrepancy in water temperatures between rooms and ensure all rooms are able to maintain a temp above 100F

EHS observed no gas-fired equipment inspection available for view during inspection. The PIC indicated that he would be obtaining an inspection in the following weeks.

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. 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. EHS informed the PIC that according to DPH inspection history, the facility has not had a gas-fired inspection report available for several past inspections; PIC was advised that if an inspection is not acquired soon, further action would be required to correct the repeated violation

EHS observed the following:

• Room 104 - dirty a/c filter, rusted microwave
• Room 210 - a/c unit with missing front facias and no filter, burn marks on microwave exterior

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 to ensure a/c filters are cleaned regularly. The PIC is to have all damaged and/or broken appliances either repaired or replaced

EHS observed the following items:

• Room 104: burn hole in sheets, red and brown stains on sheets and mattress cover, and reddish-brown stains on bath towels
• Room 210: blue stains on mattress cover
• Room 208: debris and hairs on linen

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 all linen items are to be in good condition, free of stains and/or holes; observed linen items are to be cleaned and replaced. Items from which stains can't be removed should be discarded and replaced

EHS observed no TA inspection report displayed for public view, PIC indicated he was unaware one had to be posted.

511-6-2-.05(7) - Inspection Posting 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: EHS advised the PIC that the TA inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times; the PIC is to print and display the inspection report resulting from today's inspection

EHS observed no pest control record available for view at time of inspection. When requested, the PIC was able to produce an invoice which did not pesticides used, rooms serviced, or pest targeted.

511-6-2-.13(2) - Insect and Rodent Control-Records A record must be maintained on file and available at request of Health Authority for no less than 18 months of any pesticide use on the premises, except for the occasional use of consumer insect sprays on small spots in accordance with the product label. The record may be made by the permit holder or provided by the applicator, and shall list the following information: (a) amount and concentration of product used; (b) name of product used; (c) date and location of application; (d) application method; (e) pest targeted; and (f) name of applicator.

CA: EHS advised the PIC that records must maintained on the premises for no less than 18 months of any pesticide use on the premises, except for the occasional use of consumer insect sprays on small spots in accordance with the product label. The PIC was advised to establish a folder with service records acquired from service provider, Orkin

EHS observed had sink water temperature in room 307 and 308 at 80F. Violation: Hot and cold running water under pressure shall be provided to all lavatories, bathing facilities, laundry facilities, and water-using equipment where eating and drinking utensils are washed. CA: ensure water heater is set to temperature that will allow for hot water to be available in bathrooms

EHS observed no gas-fired equipment inspection; PIC stated would be completed when fixing washer. 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 that gas fired equipment inspection is completed annually and that form can be provided upon request

EHS observed air conditioner air filters with dust accumulation in all rooms observed. 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: ensure to clean air filters at frequency to preclude dust accumulation

EHS observed stained chairs in rooms 307, 208, and 211. 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 or replace chairs

EHS observed bedding and/or mattress stained in all rooms observed. 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 and mattresses that are stained

EHS observed dumpsters full with lids open. Violation: 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. CA: ensure that when not actively taking trash out to keep lids closed

Observed hand sink water temperature in room 307 at 81F.

511-6-2-.07(2) - Hot Water Supply Cold running water under pressure shall be provided to all equipment that uses water. Hot and cold running water under pressure shall be provided to all lavatories, bathing facilities, laundry facilities, and water-using equipment where eating and drinking utensils are washed. In all new tourist accommodations, and where possible in existing tourist accommodations, hot water in all guest rooms shall not exceed 120F.

Corrective action: Spoke with PIC to have room hot water supply checked and fixed

Observed no gas-fire equipment record; PIC could not provide.

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. 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

Corrective action: Spoke with PIC, they mentioned that from last inspection they tried contacting some companies but could not get anyone to inspect. Suggested asking owner for companies as they also own other hotels in the area

Observed: 102: one air conditioning filter missing and the other with dust accumulation. 103: air conditioning filters with dust accumulation 304: air conditioning filter missing

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 filters cleaned and replace the ones missing

Observed pillow case and bed dressing stains in rooms 303, 304, 305, 307. Rooms 304 bed what looks like a cigarette burn rip.

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 getting stains cleaned or items replaced

Observed light fixture for bathroom not working in room 305. Observed wall where shower heads is located with a hole in room 304.

511-6-2-.08(6) - Artificial Light Toilet rooms, lavatories and bathing facilities shall be provided with soap, artificial light, and hot and cold water under pressure.

Corrective action: Spoke with PIC about replacing light bulbs in bathroom

Observed: 103: tub floor cracked 304: stained toilet seat 305: Tub paint peeled 307: Stained toilet seat

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 with PIC about having seats replaced and tub fixed

PIC could not provide current gas-fired inspection report for EHS inspection. PIC informed EHS that local contractors were backed-up for inspection.

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 recommended PIC contract with any available certified plumber to obtain gas-fired inspection for laundry facility

EHS observed cigarette burns on linens in rooms 105, 204, and 300. EHS observed stains on pillowcases in rooms 300, 204.

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

EHS recommended to PIC that badly damaged and soiled linens should be replaced

EHS osberved lack of gas-fired inspection form for facility. PIC informed EHS that gas-fired inspection would be completed by 1/1/2024.

511-6-2-.15(3) - Heating and Fire Safety-Equipment/Appliances All automatic natural gas heating equipment shall be equipped with automatic safety pilot. All liquefied petroleum gas burning appliances shall be equipped with 100% safety cut-off pilot.

EHS informed PIC of need to have gas-fired equipment checked by certified professional yearly and to maintain on-hand report of inspection

EHS observed lack of publicly displayed previous inspection report. PIC informed EHS that previous inspection was not available to be posted because of printer issues.

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.

EHS informed PIC of need to display most recent inspection report

EHS observed no gas fired equipment inspection report available on premises. PIC stated was new dryer and boiler had not been inspected yet. Violation: all gas fired equipment shall be inspected at least annually by a qualified licensed contractor and facility shall provide evidence of inspection upon request. CA: have licensed plumber complete form

EHS observed dust accumulation on air filters in room 203 and air filters missing in room 304. Violation: all furniture, waste receptacles, draperies, carpets, appliances, and accessories must be maintained in good repair, clean, and vermin free. CA: clean/replace air filters

EHS observed facility without inspection report posted in public view. Violation: Most recent inspection report shall be posted in public view. CA: post inspection report from today 5/30/23