Columbus Transitional Center Unit 1

3900 Schatulga Rd, Columbus, GA 31907
Healthcare Facility
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Columbus Transitional Center Unit 1 has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 22, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

“Food-contact surfaces” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average for Columbus sits at 94, putting Columbus Transitional Center Unit 1 on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 22, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 15, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed black substance on ice machine chute. 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. Person in charge directed resident to clean and sanitize ice machine chute who began to do so at the time of inspection.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
90
Jan 15, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink in the main kitchen lacking handwashing cleanser. Each handwashing sink or group of two adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Person in charge re-stocked handwashing sink with handwashing cleanser.
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink in the main kitchen lacking hand drying provisions. Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: 1. Individual, disposable towels; Pf 2. A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; Pf 3. A heated-air hand drying device; Pf or 4. A hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures.Pf Person in charge re-stocked the handwashing sink with individual, disposable towels.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
82
Jun 7, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed black substance on ice machine chute. Rule: 5.surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: (iv) In equipment such as ice bins (II) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Corrective Action: Resident cleaned ice machine chute.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Columbus Transitional Center Unit 1 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Columbus Transitional Center Unit 1 on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Columbus Transitional Center Unit 1?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Columbus Transitional Center Unit 1.

How does Columbus Transitional Center Unit 1 compare to other restaurants in Columbus?

Columbus Transitional Center Unit 1 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Columbus average of 94.

Has Columbus Transitional Center Unit 1's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Columbus Transitional Center Unit 1 have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Columbus Transitional Center Unit 1 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Columbus Transitional Center Unit 1 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Columbus Transitional Center Unit 1 is inspected around two times per year on average.