Country Hearth Inn & Suites

Observed gnat infestation in one room and water bugs in another room. 511-6-2-.13(1) - Insect and Rodent Control 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

PIC could not provide the annual gas fired equipment form provided on the last 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. 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 beds, linens and mattresses with stains in all the 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. Stained mattresses, linen and pillows shall be replaced or cleaned as such to remove stains; if stains cannot be removed, then it must be replaced. CA: Advised PIC to clean, or replace all bed linen, mattress, pillows and covering that has stains and tears

Observed permit and current inspection report not displayed. 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

Observed multiple ventilation fans in the bathrooms out of order, missing, or in need of new motors. Advised PIC that these need maintenance

Observed stains on walls, floors ceilings and carpets through out facility. Ceiling in hallway with peeling popcorn; peeling paint on wall’s through out facility. 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. C/A: Advised PIC to ensure walls, ceiling, windows, doors and all appurtenances are of sound construction and in good repair

Observed live and dead roaches in rooms 120 and 132. 511-6-2-.13(1) - Insect and Rodent Control 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

PIC could not provide the annual gas fired equipment form provided on the last 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. 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 beds, linens and mattresses with stains in all the 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. Stained mattresses, linen and pillows shall be replaced or cleaned as such to remove stains; if stains cannot be removed, then it must be replaced. CA: Advised PIC to clean, or replace all bed linen, mattress, pillows and covering that has stains and tears

Observed permit and current inspection report not displayed. 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

Observed build up of mold like accumulation (due to leak and ventilation problem) on ceiling in room 102, 201 (though not available for rent due to extensive water damage), 219, 306, 319, & 315 C/A: Advised PIC to clean walls and ceiling free from observed accumulation and maintain clean.

Observed the failure to maintain bathroom ventilation in good repair in all the rooms inspected. C/A: Advised PIC to repair mechanical ventilation, AC unit smoke dictator in 315, 102, 201, 219, and any other room with the same problem to prevent build of mold like or mildew on walls and ceilings

Toilet tissue holder in despair. 511-6-2-.08(9) - Toilet Tissue Available Toilet tissue shall be provided in a dispenser at each toilet at all times

Observed overflowing dumpster and dumpster area not maintained in a clean manner. 511-6-2-.12(3) - Garbage and Refuse Container Cleaning Adequate cleaning facilities shall be provided and each garbage or recycling storage room, enclosure, or container shall be thoroughly cleaned after the emptying or removal of refuse or garbage. Areas surrounding these rooms, enclosures, and containers shall be kept clean and orderly. Liquid waste resulting from the cleaning of containers shall be disposed of as sewage.

C/A: Advised PIC to ensure dumpster area is maintained clean at all times to prevent harborage of insects, pests and vermin. Increase frequency of dumpster pickup to prevent overflow

Observed opening to outside wrapped with a plastic and anything can craw in. 511-6-2-.13(3) - Insect and Rodent Control-Openings 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 stains on walls, floors ceilings and carpets through out facility. Ceiling in hallway with peeling popcorn; peeling paint on wall’s through out facility. 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. C/A: Advised PIC to ensure walls, ceiling, windows, doors and all appurtenances are of sound construction and in good repair

Observed the failure to provide electrically connected some detectors in most of the rooms inspected: Rooms 101, 102, 110, 112 & 208. All smoke detectors shall be maintained in good repair and according to the Electric and Fire Code and Ordinances. 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.

C/A: Advised PIC to provide missing smoke detectors.

Observed electrical outlets without cover plates in Room 212. All electrical work and material shall comply with applicable Electrical Code and local codes. Advised PIC to check all the rooms of any missing plate for a repair

Observed the failure to maintain ice chute clean and free from mold like accumulations. 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. C/A: Advised the PIC to have ice chute dissembled and cleaned free from observed accumulations