La Quinta Inn & Suites

Observed that the establishment did not have the gas fire inspection for any of the gas dryers. Advised the PIC to schedule an inspection for the gas fired. Observed that the boilers were inspected by the insurance fire commission, but nothing to show for the smaller gas equipment. 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

Obserevd stained pillow cases and mattress pads in rooms 306, 327, 219, and 105. CA- bedding shall be maintained clean and in good repair. 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 the only ice machine unclean with pink buildup at the time of the inspection. CA- ice machine shall be cleaned. 511-6-2-.07(8) - Ice Supply If self-service ice is provided, then it shall be from an approved water supply. In all new tourist accommodations, and in existing tourist accommodations when machines are replaced, only automatic dispensing ice machines will be allowed. In existing tourist accommodations permitted prior to the adoption of this rule, the use of existing self-service ice-storage bins may be continued, provided that the machines are maintained in good repair and capable of being properly cleaned and sanitized according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Further, a copy of the manufacturer’s cleaning instructions shall be maintained onsite for review at the request of the Health Authority. Scoops, ice buckets, and other ice handling equipment, shall be of easily cleanable material and construction. They shall be stored in a clean place and shall be kept clean. Glassware shall not be used to scoop ice

Observed multiple chemical bottles on the housekeeping carts not labeled with the common name. CA- all chemicals shall be labeled. 511-6-2-.17(2) - Housekeeping Carts Housekeeper carts shall be so arranged that clean replacement supplies, clean linens, and cleaned and sanitized multi-use equipment and utensils shall be protected from soiled items being removed from each room. Soiled linens and refuse shall be placed in appropriate containers on housekeepers’ carts. Any spray bottle used in cleaning a tourist room or stored on the housekeeping cart shall be labeled with its contents. Cleaners and sanitizer shall be used according to the manufacturer’s use direction and label

Observed that the establishment did not have the gas fire inspection. Advised the PIC to schedule an inspection for the gas fired. 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

Observed hair on the pillows in room 205, 135 and stain on bedding in room 201. Advised PIC to clean the pillows and changed the bedding

Observed mattresses stained in rooms; 105, 103, 211 and 327. Advised PIC to clean or replace mattresses

Observed pink build up along shower heads in rooms; 103, 102, 308 and 209. Advised PIC 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

Observed black and pink build up along food contact surface of ice machine. Advised PIC to clean to sight and touch

Observed chemical spray bottles on house keeping carts without a label. Advised PIC Any spray bottle used in cleaning a tourist room or stored on the housekeeping cart shall be labeled with its contents