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Bibb ALC, LLC Dba St Francis Assisted Living Community, located at 4901 Harrison Rd in Macon, received a score of 69 points out of a possible 100 points during their 03/23/2026 inspection by the Georgia Department of Public Health.
The violations noted by the inspector were:
Violation #1:
2-2E – response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events
511-6-1.03(6) – clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed bodily fluid kit not within facility. Manager explained they had a incident recently, but have yet to replace the kit but they have bleach. Did not observed the other items required for a complete kit nor the instructions. PIC mentioned it was three weeks ago. 511-6-1.03(6) – Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events(Pf) (6) Responding To Contamination Events. A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow and an EPA registered disinfectant effective against Norovirus available on-site at the food service establishment when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the food service establishment. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter.Pf Corrective action: Discussed with PIC that just having bleach isn’t enough. That they can order a new kit or acquire the necessary items with the instructions.
Violation #2:
4-2B – food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(b) – food contact surfaces and utensils – cleaning frequency (p, c)
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed black and pink mold like substance within the baffle of the ice machine within kitchen. PIC mentioned ice machine is cleaned once a month. 511-6-1.05(7)(b) – Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils – Cleaning Frequency (P, C) (b) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils. (iv) In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment: (I) At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or (II) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Corrective action: Discussed with PIC to have ice machine cleaned at a increased frequency to preclude accumulation.
Violation #3:
6-1A – proper cold holding temperatures
511-6-1.04(6)(f) – time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)
Points: 9
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed items within reach in cooler above 41F. Items were checked on at 10:45am and 11:30am; temperatures did not improved. PIC explained she has been coming in and out of cooler this morning. Cluttered reach in cooler 511-6-1.04(6)(f) – Time/Temperature Control for Safety; Cold Holding (P) (f) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. P Corrective action: Had items from previous days discarded and items used today moved to freezer. Advised PIC to better organize cooler as clutter could prevent proper air flow. Unit ambient is at 41F, recommended PIC maintain unit closed to cool down food.
Violation #4:
12A – contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
511-6-1.04(4)(q) – food storage (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed resealed bag of rice within dry storage on the floor. 511-6-1.04(4)(q) – Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. 2. Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor on case lot handling equipment if the equipment can be moved by hand or by conveniently available apparatuses such as hand trucks and forklifts. Corrective action: PIC moved rice bag to the shelf.
Violation #5:
12C – wiping cloths: properly used and stored
511-6-1.04(4)(m) – wiping cloths, use limitation (c)
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed wiping cloth used for wiping the counter not kept within sanitizing container within kitchen; kept out on the counter. 511-6-1.04(4)(m) – Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation (C) (m) Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation. 2. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be: (i) Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n); and Corrective action: Discussed with PIC to have wiping cloth to clean counters placed within a sanitizer container.
Violation #6:
13A – posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
511-6-1.02(1)(d) – displaying of the inspection report (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed inspection report posted from 3/11/2025; most recent inspection is from 9/26/2025. 511-6-1.02(1)(d) – Displaying of the Inspection Report (C) 1. The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. Corrective action: Discussed with PIC, that most recent inspection report is required to be posted.
Violation #7:
14A – in-use utensils: properly stored
511-6-1.04(4)(k) – in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: Yes
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed scoop with handle submerged within container of sugar. 511-6-1.04(4)(k) – In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C) (k)Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon; Corrective action: PIC removed scoop from container and discussed handle cannot touch the sugar if kept within.
Violation #8:
15A – food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
511-6-1.05(6)(a) – good repair & proper adjustment (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed clay full of sugar within kitchen with a broken lid remediated with aluminum foil. Noticed pot was not labelled. 511-6-1.05(6)(a) – Good Repair & Proper Adjustment (C) (6) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair and Proper Adjustment. 1. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule. 2. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications. Corrective action: Discussed with PIC to replace clay pot, with a proper food grade container and to label.
Violation #9:
16B – plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
511-6-1.06(2)(r) – system maintained in good repair (p, c)
Points: 2
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed hand sink leaking from hot water handle when opened. 511-6-1.06(2)(r) – System Maintained in Good Repair (P, C) (r) System Maintained in Good Repair. A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair. Corrective action: Discussed with PIC to have handsink fixed.
Violation #10:
17C – physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
511-6-1.07(5)(n) – maintaining premises, free of unnecessary items/litter (c)
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed phone and Bluetooth speaker within dry storage next to plates and other utensils. 511-6-1.07(5)(n) – Maintaining Premises, free of unnecessary items/litter (C) (n) Maintaining Premises. The premises shall be free of items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment, such as litter or equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used and litter. Corrective action: PIC had items removed, recommended placing items in a designated area where items would not cause possible contamination.
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