Royal Inn, located at 2968 Highway 247 Connector in Byron, received a score of 79 points out of a possible 100 points during their 12/30/2022 inspection by the Georgia Department of Public Health.
The violations noted by the inspector were:
Violation #1
8 – annual gas fired equipment inspection on file; gas units equipped with automatic safety and/or 100% cut-off pilot
Points: 5
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: No copy of gas fired equipment inspection documentation at time of inspection. Owner is waiting for form to be returned from service provider. 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 C/A: PIC to have gas fire equipment inspection documentation completed by next inspection.
Violation #2
16 – toilet/lavatory/bathing facility fixtures and rooms clean and maintained; properly lighted, clearly marked, proper signage, and all in good repair
Points: 2
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed Ceiling beginning to peel in multiple restrooms throughout facility. Rooms 107, 112, and 113. 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. C/A: PIC is to have caulking cleaned/replaced and ceilings repaired. Facilities shall be kept in good repair.
Violation #3
16 – toilet/lavatory/bathing facility fixtures and rooms clean and maintained; properly lighted, clearly marked, proper signage, and all in good repair
Points: 2
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed cracking around tub frame in need of sealant/ caulking in restrooms throughout facility. Rooms 107, 112 and 113. 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. C/A: PIC is to have caulking replaced. Facilities shall be kept in good repair.
Violation #4
19 – anti-slip tubs/showers, slip strips, mats or appliqué products provided and in good condition
Points: 1
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed absence of Anti-slip features in tubs of rooms 107, 112, 113 and 131. 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. C/A: PIC will install anti slip measures in tubs.
Inspector Notes: Observed bed lamp n disrepair in room 131. 511-6-2-.14(4) – Room Lighting All rooms shall be well lighted. When natural light fails to provide sufficient illumination, evenly distributed artificial light shall be provided to maintain a lighting intensity of not less than ten foot candles at 30″ above the floor.
Inspector Notes: Observed Air conditioners with missing vent frames and filters. dust buildup was also observed on units. Rooms 107, 113, 131 and 132. 511-6-2-.14(3) – Room Ventilation Ventilation shall be provided for all rooms. Where ventilation is provided by means of windows, they shall open directly to the outside air and the openable window area of each room shall be not less than 1/20 of the floor area served. Where ventilation is provided by other means, it shall comply with the requirements of the current International Mechanical Code with Georgia Amendments or future subsequent revisions adopted thereafter to provide comfortable living conditions, remove objectionable odor and fumes, and prevent excessive condensation. Ventilation systems shall comply with applicable State and local fire prevention requirements and building codes.
Violation #7
27 – all furniture, waste receptacles, draperies, carpets; clean, and in good repair, considered the property of and furnished by the tourist accommodation
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed microwave in need of replacing and cooler with rust, deep staining and dirt build up in rooms 104, 112. -Observed food left in coolers. Room 107 and 112. 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: PIC will have fridges cleaned. Observed drawers either missing or in disrepair in multiple rooms rooms 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: PIC will have drawers replaced and fixed.
Violation #8
28 – beds, mattresses, mattress pads, springs, frames, pillows, and bed coverings clean; vermin free and in good condition; bed linen properly supplied, changed and laundered
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: Yes
Inspector Notes: Observed stained and tore box springs and mattresses in all rooms. 107,112, 113, 131 and 132 511-6-2-.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. C/A: PIC will have box springs cleaned or replaced.
Violation #9
28 – beds, mattresses, mattress pads, springs, frames, pillows, and bed coverings clean; vermin free and in good condition; bed linen properly supplied, changed and laundered
Points: 4
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed no mattress pad or fitted sheet on mattresses for all rooms checked. 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. C/A: Washable mattress pads or covers shall be used on all mattresses throughout facility.
Violation #10
34 – grounds, walkways, porches and hallways maintained; drives provide unobstructed width and proper spacing; graded to drain; trailer spaces marked clearly, areas clean and maintained in good repair
Points: 3
Corrected during inspection?: No
Repeat: No
Inspector Notes: Observed portable grills outside rooms 103 and 105. An Air fryer was also observed outside room 103. 511-6-2-.18(3) – Areas in Good Repair/Appropriate Storage All walkways, porches, and hallways shall be maintained in good repair. Only articles necessary to the operation and maintenance of the establishment shall be stored on the premises.
