ECONO LODGE

15A NCAC 18A .1826 (d) Light intensity shall be at least 20 foot candles at 30 inches above the floor in areas for handwashing, warewashing, equipment storage, utensil storage, and in toilet rooms. Observed light out in 233 bathroom. Need repair.

15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed tub floor cover peeling up in 117. Needs repair. Points not increased due to nature of the violation and overall compliance. REPEAT.

15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed texture sticker on floor of shower peeling at the corner in 217. Observed minor stain on mattress cover in 113. Needs repair. REPEAT. points not increased due to improvements.

15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed ceiling peeling in 217. Needs repair. REPEAT. Points not increased due to improvements.

15A NCAC 18A .1823 ( c) All ice machines for use by guests shall dispense ice without exposing stored ice to guests. Observed in the interior part of the ice machine chute black build-up.

15ANCAC 18A. 1824(k) A test kit or other device that measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided by the lodging establishment. Observed no test strips in the laundry room for sink and surface sanitizer. REPEAT

15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed in room 116 mini fridge with cracked and rusted racks and office chair w/ minor tears on the sides and back; stains on mattress cover and on pillows. Observed in room 206 bathtub in need of cleaning and mini fridge with black build up on ice tray; stained mattress cover and food debris on chair cushion. Observed in room 228 bathtub with crack near the drain; pull out mattress w/ stains and major food debris; stains on bed linens and pillows. Observed in rooms 112 sofa mattress stained and dusty floors underneath, w/ visible tears and food debris; stained sofa cushions and bathroom grout w/ black build-up.

15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed in room 228 4 areas where the popcorn ceiling is in need of repair. Observed in rooms 112, 116, 206, and 228 air vents covered in dust and in need of cleaning.

15A NCAC 18A .1826 (i) Maintain premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed in rooms 116, 206, 228 dead insects throughout the rooms.

15ANCAC 18A. 1824(k) A test kit or other device that measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided by the lodging establishment. Observed no test strips in facility for sink and surface sanitizer.

15A NCAC 18A .1826(a) Handwashing sinks as required in Rule .1825 in this section shall be supplied with hand soap, and either individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in laundry room. REPEAT

15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed shower floors in need of cleaning in rooms 130 and 232. Observed toilet in room 206 in need of cleaning. Observed damaged bathtub mat in room 204. REPEAT

15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed debris in and around pull out couches in rooms 130 and 232.

15A NCAC 18A .1827( c) Household cleaning agents such as bleaches, detergents, and polishes shall be used and stored according to manufacturer's recommendations. Observed house keeping cart with unlabeled chemical bottles.

REPEAT 15A NCAC 18A .1823 (c ) Ice used for room service shall be manufactured from a water supply that complies with 15A NCAC .1700 rules and 15A NCAC 18C rules and shall be stored and handled in a manner so as to prevent contamination. Observed mildew accumulating on ice machine dispenser. Need cleaning as often to keep clean.

4-101.19 Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent clenaing shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, non absorbent, and smooth material. Observed food residues in microwave in 130, need cleaning. Observed rusted on the bottom of refrigerator in 217, need repair or replace.

15A NCAC 18A .1826(a) Handwashing sinks as required in Rule .1825 in this section shall be supplied with hand soap, and either individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. Observed no paper towels available at the hand sink in laundry room. SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS NEED TO BE AVAILABLE AT ALL TIME AT HAND SINK.

15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed crack/ hole on the bathtub wall in 130, 111, need repair. Observed stain/damaged on bathtub mat, inside the tub in room 217, 206. Need repair or replace.

15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed peeling ceiling in room 217, and dusty vent in bathroom throughout building. Need repairing/ cleaning.

15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed stain on spring box cover in room 111, stain on pillows in room 206, 232. Recommend wash or cover case.

15A NCAC 18A .1823 (c ) Ice used for room service shall be manufactured from a water supply that complies with 15A NCAC .1700 rules and 15A NCAC 18C rules and shall be stored and handled in a manner so as to prevent contamination. Observed mildew accumulating on ice machine dispenser. Ice machine is serviced annually.

15ANCAC 18A. 1824(k) A test kit or other device that measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided by the lodging establishment. Observed Quat test strips for lactic acid sanitizer. REHS demonstrated and explained the difference to PIC. PIC screenshot test strips and stated that he will order the correct test strips for the sanitizer.

5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair. Observed loose faucet in guest room 226. Tighten faucet securely to prevent further damage. No points taken, all other faucets were in good repair.

15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed stained mattress on sleeper sofa in rooms 219 & 233. PIC cover all mattresses with mattress pad and cover. No points taken.

15A NCAC 18A .1824(i) Single-use articles may be used if discarded after each use. Single use articles may be stored and handled to prevent contamination. Observed a box of single service foam cups stored on the floor in laundry room.

15ANCAC 18A. 1824(k) A test kit or other device that measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided by the lodging establishment. Observed no test strips to test the strength of sanitizing solution.

15A NCAC 18A .1826(a) Handwashing sinks as required in Rule .1825 in this section shall be supplied with hand soap, and either individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. Observed no paper towels or hand drying device at hand sink in laundry room.

15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed staining on mattress cover in room 112. Observed burn holes in blanket in room 110. Major improvement from previous report, points de-escalated.

5-501.115 A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Observed dilapidated furniture stored within dumpster area.

4-601.11(A)* Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf - Observed black soil inside ice chute in ice machine. Maintain clean. Repeat.

Observed mold inside on shelf in refrigerator in room 227. 15A NCAC 18A .1824(e ) Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be clean.

15A NCAC 18A .1826 (i) Maintain premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed a spider in bathtub in room 130.

15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed damaged bed linen in room 227, 113, 110, 130. Repeat. Observed mattress cover stain in room 208, stain on sheet in room 110,

5-501.110 Refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be stored in receptacles so that they are inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed equipment stored on dumpster pad around dumpster. Maintain clean to prevent potential pest harborage.

Observed buildup supporting mold growth in ice chute of ice machine. 4-601.11(A)* Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf

Observed boxes of single-use cups stored on floor of storage room. 15A NCAC 18A .1824(i) Single-use articles may be used if discarded after each use. Single use articles may be stored and handled to prevent contamination.

Observed stained shower curtain in room 223, and pink buildup on showerhead in rooms 219 and 204. 15A NCAC 18A .1826 (c) Sinks, vanities, toilets, and showers in guest rooms shall be cleaned and sanitized between guests. Observed stained pillows in rooms 223 and 118. 15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair.

Observed holes in bedbug cover in room 219, stained linen and bedbug cover in room 110, and stained bedbug cover in room 118. 15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. REPEAT.

4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P-Observed sanitizer not at proper strength-CDI-Sanitizer was corrected to proper strength

15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed treads on stairs (office side) peeling off. Observed floors, walls and ceilings in laundry room to be in need of repair. In room 232 bathroon, the wall to right of toilet has a spot where hole appeared to be patched. Ceiling in room 104 to be repaired Clean top of all air/heating units.

15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed stain on the mattress pad in room 104

Observed pink residue on shower heads in 114, 118, 204, and 109. Clean. Observed sink nozzle leaking in 118, 204, 229, 109. Observed slow drain in 219. Observed tub damage in 229. Bath, lavatory, and toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1809 (a).

Provide test kit for bleach sanitizer. Label sanitizer bottles correctly. Bottle labeled as quaternary ammonium but is bleach. Clorine/bleach sanitizer must be 50-200ppm. Currently reading higher than 200ppm. Remake. Sanitizing solutions shall consist of iodophors, quaternary ammonium or other chemicals or methods that are equivalent to the action of 50 parts per million chlorine solution. 15A NCAC 18A .1809 (b). A method or equipment for testing the sanitizer shall be available and used to insure minimum prescribed sanitizer strength. 15A NCAC 18A .1809 (b).

Observed stained mattress in 109, 204, and stained mattress cover in 118. Bed linens, including sheets, pillow cases, blankets and bedspreads, shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (c).

Observed the sink faucets were leaking onto the counter tops in rooms 204 and 109, and there were large gaps between the bathtub faucets and the wall in rooms 104 and 131.**Bath, lavatory, and toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1809 (a).

Observed the sanitizer on one cart was at 0ppm and the other was above 200ppm chlorine.**After cleaning the lavatory, faucet, and vanity, a sanitizer shall be applied to the lavatory and vanity using a method such as a wipe-on chemically-treated disposable sanitizing towel or equivalent. The sanitizer shall be left to air dry. 15A NCAC 18A .1809 (b).**Sanitizing solutions shall consist of iodophors, quaternary ammonium or other chemicals or methods that are equivalent to the action of 50 parts per million chlorine solution. 15A NCAC 18A .1809 (b).

Observed several cleaning chemicals were not labeled, and personal items(drinks, car keys) stored with the clean supply items.**Lable all generic storage bottles with the common name of chemicals (i.e. "sanitizer" or "glass cleaner")**Items on housekeeping carts shall be arranged in a manner to prevent cross-contamination between soiled and cleaned items. 15A NCAC 18A .1813 (e).General Comments: Nilesh Patel was present during the inspection. #17 - Observed a small amount of residue on the outside of the ice shoot. **Keep all parts of the ice machine clean and in good repair.

Observed the sink faucets were leaking onto the counter tops in rooms 116 and 204, the light was not working in the bathroom in room 204, and the toilet tank cover was broken in the bathroom in room 116.**Bath, lavatory, and toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1809 (a).