LaQuinta Inn & Suites Macon

Observed the follow in each room:

215: Phone is not working 301: Cabinets have tears, bed head board is scratched, draped stained and scratched, drawer chipped, Sofa cushion stained 310: Phone not working 338: Drawer stained

Carpet within hallways are stained in several area through facility.

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: Discussed with PIC to have items repaired or replaced. As well to clean carpet stains or have carpet replaced

Observed the following in each room:

202: Pillow case and mattress cover stained 216: Pillow case stained 215: Pillow case and mattress cover stained 221: Pillow case stained 301: Pillow case stained 310: Mattress cover stained 311: Pillow stained 319: Pillow case stained 336: Pillow case stained 337: Mattress cover stained 338: Pillow and bed cover stained

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: Discussed with PIC to have all stains cleaned and to replace if stains are uncleanble

Observed the following in each room:

215: Bathroom ceiling paint stripping and caulking within bathtub needs to be redone. 221: Sink stained, tub paint chipping 301: Sink has bleach stains, tub and bathroom wall paint chipping 310: Bathroom strip peeling and caulking needs redoing 311: Tub paint chipping 336: Tub stained 337: Toilet lid chipped, hair in tub 338: Bathroom ceiling stained, tub paint chipping, shower strip peeling, sink tile stained

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: Discussed with PIC about repainting walls and tub, sink tiles if possible to remove stains and to redo caulking where needed

Observed the following in each room:

215: Wall stained 301: Ceiling has been repainted, but requires to be re-done for stipples 311: Wall patches requires to be repainted

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.

Corrective action: Discussed with PIC to have walls and ceiling repainted and stippled

EHS observed all hot water in the guest room exceeding over 120 degrees.

CA-PIC needs to get maintenance to adjust the hot water in the guest rooms so no one will potential burn themselves.

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

EHS observed the following in each room:

Room 213-stained sheets and comforter. Hair on pillow Room 208-two yellow stains on mattress pad. Room 206-Hair on sheets and stains on mattress pad. Room 233-black spot on sheet. Yellow stain mattress pad. Room 236-stained sheets.

CA-PIC needs to make sure that housekeeping is changing all guest rooms with clean bedding items. If any items are damaged then items must be replaced with new items.

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

Observed lack of current gas fire 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. 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 about scheduling gas-fire equipment inspection and showed document to be signed

Observed air conditioner filters with dust buildup in rooms 207 and 347.

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 cleaning

Observed furniture seats stained in rooms 200, 352.

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 furniture stains replaced or cleaned

Observed teared bed at bottom part in room 352.

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 bed replaced

Observed stained linens in rooms 110, 308, 347, 352

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.

Corretive action: Spoke with PIC about having linens cleaned

EHS requested gas-fire inspection from PIC. PIC informed EHS that he does not have up to date inspection report. PIC stated that he is having difficulty with getting a certified gas-fire inspector to come and complete the inspection report for the facility.

Corrective action- PIC needs to ensure that the property has up to date annual gas fire inspection report completed.

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

EHS requested gas-fire inspection from PIC. PIC informed EHS that he does not have up to date inspection report. PIC stated that he is having difficulty with getting a certified gas-fire inspector to come and complete the inspection report for the facility.

Corrective action- PIC needs to ensure that the property has up to date annual gas fire inspection report completed.

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

EHS observed the following in each room:

Room 245- hair on the mattress pad. Room 246-hair on the mattress pad. Room 338-Hair on mattress sheets. Room 347-Stain, hair, and debris on mattress sheets. Room 352- brown stain on mattress pad. Pink stain on comforter.

Corrective action- PIC needs to ensure that housekeeping are changing all bedding items with clean ITEMS. If any bedding items are damaged then they need to be properly discarded and replaced.

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 requested for the post up to ate inspection report. The facility had a out of date inspection report from 1/10/2023.

Corrective action-PIC needs to keep a copy of the most up to date hotel inspection report on file located at the facility.

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

EHS requested for pest control records. PIC failed to provided any documentation.

Corrective action- PIC needs to make sure they have a agreement with pest control to come and spray their facility and also the PIC needs to keep the pest control inspections report on file located at the facility.

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

EHS requested gas-fire inspection from PIC. PIC informed EHS that he does not have up to date inspection report. PIC stated that he is having difficulty with getting a certified gas-fire inspector to come and complete the inspection report for the facility.

Corrective action- PIC needs to ensure that the property has up to date annual gas fire inspection report completed.

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

EHS requested gas-fire inspection from PIC. PIC informed EHS that he does not have up to date inspection report. PIC stated that he is having difficulty with getting a certified gas-fire inspector to come and complete the inspection report for the facility.

Corrective action- PIC needs to ensure that the property has up to date annual gas fire inspection report completed.

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

EHS observed in rooms 133, 134, 150, 152, 247, 224, and 118 with uncleaned air filters. In room 133, 150, and 350 the microwave was dirty. In room 224 there was yellow substance inside the microwave. In room 200 there was mold like substance inside of the microwave on the left side.

Corrective action- PIC needs to make sure that when housekeeping is cleaning each room that they are also cleaning the air filters and microwaves.

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

EHS observed in rooms:

Room 133: dirty sheets and comforter. Room 134: Stained sheets and mattress pad. Room 147: Stained sheets, mattress pad, and comforter. Room 150: hair on mattress pad. Room 152: Stained sheets. Room 247: dirty comforter and mattress sheet had a pink spot on it. Room 224: Yellow spot on mattress pad. Room 200: stained mattress. Room 338: hair on mattress pad. Room 350: Stained comforter and mattress pad, and mattress.

Corrective Action: PIC needs to ensure that housekeeping are changing mattress comforter, sheets, and mattress pad with clean ones. If the mattress sheets, mattress pad, mattress, and mattress comforter is damaged or stain can not be removed. The items need to be properly discharged.

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 odors in rooms 147 and 150. In room 147 there was a old mop smell. In room 150 there was a old urine smell. In addition to there was mold like substance around bathroom sinks in rooms 152 and 200. Also strands of hair in the sink in room 338 and 350. Lastly, there was brown debris inside the bathroom sink in room 247.

Corrective Action- PIC needs to ensure that when housekeeping is cleaning the rooms that rooms are clean entirely and also need to be free from any odors.

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 in room 147 a red stain on the floor in between the two beds located in the bedroom area. In room 134, 150, and 152 the ceiling has mold like substance located by front door entrance of the room. In room 224 EHS observed a white stain on the floor located by the entrance of the room.

Corrective action- PIC needs to make sure that all rooms that are cleaned are free from any stains on the ceiling and floors. If the stains do not disappear after cleaning. PIC needs to repair or replace the ceiling and floors in the rooms.

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