MOTEL 6

Observed dust accumulation on air conditioning units in Rooms #212, #214, and #229. Observed an empty cup under the air conditioner and what the PIC identified as bricks of incense in the vents of the air conditioner in Room #224.

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.

PIC stated that housekeeping would be notified of these issues

Observed the sink faucet to be loose and in need of repair in Room #221. Observed a small amount of build-up on the shower head in Room #221. Observed the shower head escutcheon or flange to be rusty and separated from the wall in Room #113. Observed towel rack built into wall to be coming off of the wall in Room #229. Observed bathroom exhaust fan cover to be missing in Room #216.

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.

PIC stated maintenance will be informed of these issues and begin repairs as needed

Observed mold like accumulation underneath bed frame in Room #229. Observed moisture accumulation/puddle underneath bed frame in Room #214. Observed debris and trash underneath bed frame in Rooms #113, #214, #221, and #229. Observed objectionable odor that could be described as cigarette smoke in rooms labeled as non-smoking. Odor was observed in Rooms #212, #214, #216, and #221.

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.

PIC was made aware of these issues and stated that housekeeping staff would be notified

Observed mold-like accumulation and dust accumulation on air conditioning units in rooms #213, 226, 237. 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 holes and/or staining on sheets in rooms #203, 226, 227, 246. 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 small hole in wall next to toilet in room #220. Observed accumulation of mold-like substance and debris in room #239. Observed accumulation of debris under beds in rooms #227, 239, 246. Observed liquid accumulation under bed in room #211. 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

The Hand sinks in the following rooms had hot running water at temperatures above 120 Degrees Fahrenheit. Room 217: Hand sink = 127 Degrees Fahrenheit. Room 123: Hand sink = 128 Degrees Fahrenheit. Room 214: Hand sink = 214 Degrees Fahrenheit. 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

Accumulated debris was observed on the floor around the Dumpster.
511-6-2-.18(2) - Grounds Free of Litter Grounds, including spaces beneath buildings and trailers, shall be kept clean and free of litter

Accumulated mold debris was observed on the ceiling inside the restroom of room 230.
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

Anti - Slip surface was observed missing inside the tub in room 127.
511-6-2-.08(10) - Anti-Slip Surface 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

The fire alarms were observed not to be working in rooms 204 and 228.
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