EFFICIENCY LODGE DECATUR

Observed no hot water in rooms 228,222 and 127. CA: Hot running water under pressure shall be provided to all equipment that uses water

Observed no gas-fired equipment inspections. CA: 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

Observed A/C filters soiled in rooms 228,222,118 and 127. CA: Ventilation shall be provided for all rooms. Where ventilation is provided by means of windows, they shall open directly to the outside air and the openable window area of each room shall be not less than 1/20 of the floor area served. Where ventilation is provided by other means, it shall comply with the requirements of the current International Mechanical Code with Georgia Amendments or future subsequent revisions adopted thereafter to provide comfortable living conditions, remove objectionable odor and fumes, and prevent excessive condensation

Observed dead maggots' in room 230. Observed dead flies behind toilet in room 230. Observed frass on bathroom sink caulking in room 230. Observed dead bugs in corner in room 221. Several residents reported roaches. Roaches were not observed during the inspection. Ca: Effective and appropriate measures shall be taken to eliminate the presence of rodents and flies, roaches, bed bugs, and other insects on the premises. The premises shall be kept in such condition as to prevent the attraction, harborage or feeding of insects or rodents. Restricted use pesticides, as specified in 40 CFR 152 Subpart I - Classification of Pesticides shall be applied only by a licensed professional. All pesticide applications must be in accordance with current state and federal laws and the product label. Applying pesticides within buildings using area fog dispersal methods or as warranted under DPH Rule-.20(4)(c) is restricted to licensed pest control professionals as part of an integrated pest management program

Observed loose door knob in room 110. One burner on stove in disrepair in 110. Observed light fixture missing in rooms 110, 108 and 128. Observed binds broken and/or disrepair in several rooms inspected. Ca: 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

Observed broken drawer in room 230. Observed electric cover missing in room 242. Observed burnt electric socket in room 133. Observed cabinet kitchen door in disrepair in room 216. Observed unclean refrigerator in room 216. Ca: 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

Observed stairs severely rusted and/or disrepair. Handrails are loose in some of the walkways. Structural conditions are needed and necessary. Ca: Serviceable walks and driveways shall be provided

Observed rusted toothbrush and/or soap holder in rooms 221 and 242. Sink faucet in disrepair in room 216. Faucet knob is missing in room 230 and 216. Holes in bathroom door and/or wall in room 216 and 221. Faucet in disrepair in room 117. Observed small hole in wall behind toilet in room 117. Bathroom door is ajar in room 115. Bathroom sink needs caulking in rooms 110, 216. Observed mold behind the toilet seat in room 230.
Toilet seat is loose in rooms 119 and 221. Observed bathroom tub stained in room 242 and 249. Observed opening under the bathroom sink in room 221. Observed baseboard loose around tub in room 146. Observed organic growth on the bathroom ceiling in room 132. Observed loose shower in room 216 & 230. Observed loose and/or disrepair toilet tanks in rooms 221, 242, and 230. Ca: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

Observed bathroom vents soiled and/or disrepair in rooms 216, 230, 221, 110, 108, 132 and 128. Observed bathroom vent cover missing in room 229. Ca: 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

Observed weather stripping in disrepair in rooms 117, 110, 108, 128, 132, 230, 221, 242 and 249. There is a large opening on the side of the air conditioner in room 128. Ca: Openings to the outside shall be effectively protected against the entrance of rodents and insects by tight-fitting doors, closed windows, screening, controlled air currents or other means. Screen doors shall be self-closing and screens for windows, doors, skylights, transoms and other openings to the outside shall be tight-fitting and free of breaks. Screening materials shall not be less than sixteen mesh to the inch. Screen doors for sliding patio doors will not be required to be self closing except in food service, preparation and utensil washing areas of permitted food service establishment kitchens and bed and breakfast inns

Observed holes in wall in room 117, 216, 221. Observed chipped tile in the kitchenette in room 230. Observed stains on wall and/or ceiling in room 242, 249 and 221. Observed soften ceiling paint (water damage) in room 146. Ca: 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

Observed A/C filters in disrepair and/or soiled in all rooms inspected. Observed bathroom vents blowing out in several rooms inspected. Ca: Ventilation shall be provided for all rooms. Where ventilation is provided by means of windows, they shall open directly to the outside air and the openable window area of each room shall be not less than 1/20 of the floor area served. Where ventilation is provided by other means, it shall comply with the requirements of the current International Mechanical Code with Georgia Amendments or future subsequent revisions adopted thereafter to provide comfortable living conditions, remove objectionable odor and fumes, and prevent excessive condensation. Ventilation systems shall comply with applicable State and local fire prevention requirements and building codes

Observed no anti-slip in rooms 216 and 230. Ca: Anti-slip tubs slip strips, appliqués, or slip-proof mats shall be provided in each bathing facility and shall be kept clean and in good repair