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Item No.:
02
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Site:
Medical-
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Violation:
The 24-hour prior to arrival report had the last US port as the embarkation port and not the actual foreign embarkation port for the cruise. The date of embarkation was listed as 5/07/07 and not the actual date of 11/03/2007.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that the data provided for the 24-hour report is accurate.
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Item No.:
06
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Site:
Potable Water-Distribution Halogenation
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Violation:
The distribution halogenation backup pump was not installed to automatically switch over to maintain a free residual halogen in the event that the primary pump fails, an increase in demand occurs, or the low halogen alarm sounds.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that at least one backup halogen pump is available with automatic switchover to maintain the free residual halogen in the event that the primary pump fails, an increase in demand occurs, or the low chlorine alarm sounds.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Galley-Deck 7 Pinnacle Grill
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Violation:
A backflow protection device was not provided on the potable water line supplying the combination oven. There were chemical containers used for an automatic washing cycle at this oven.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that a continuous pressure-type backflow preventer is installed when a valve is located downstream from the backflow preventer.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Galley-Deck 7 Pinnacle Grill
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Violation:
A backflow protection device was not provided on the potable water line supplying the combination oven. There were chemical containers used for an automatic washing cycle at this oven.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that backflow preventers are installed when air gaps are impractical or when water under pressure is required.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Potable Water-Water Storage Tanks
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Violation:
There were no records stating that the manufacturer's recommendations were followed for applying, drying and curing of the interior coatings used for the potable water tanks.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that interior coatings on potable water tanks are approved for potable water contact, and all manufacturer's recommendations for application, drying, or curing are followed. Ensure written documentaion for the coating used and recommendations followed are avaialble for review during inspections.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Potable Water-Spa
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Violation:
The backflow prevention device on the cold water line to the spa had the atmospheric vent pointing up. This line supplied the hair sinks and pedicure tubs.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that the vent points down.
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Item No.:
10
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Site:
Whirlpool/Spa-Deck 9 Whirlpool
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Violation:
The September 20, 2007 chart was missing.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that logs and charts are retained for at least 12 months.
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Item No.:
10
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Site:
Whirlpool/Spa-
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Violation:
There were many days where there was no record on the contact time used for shock halogentation.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that a written or electronic record of whirlpool spa filter inspection, backwashing, core sample sedimentation test, and shock halogenation (concentration and contact time) is maintained and available for review during inspections.
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Item No.:
10
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Site:
Whirlpool/Spa-Sedimentation Test
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Violation:
There were no records indicating that the sedimentation tests for the whirlpool sand filters were done monthly. According to the staff, these tests were done each month.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that a written or electronic record of whirlpool spa filter inspection, backwashing, core sample sedimentation test, and shock halogenation (concentration and contact time) is maintained and available for review during inspections.
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Item No.:
10
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Site:
Whirlpool/Spa-Whirlpool/Spa & Swimming Pools
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Violation:
The metal main drain covers were not stamped to indicate that they were anti-entrapment. The vessel did not have documentation on these drain covers.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that anti-entrapment drain covers or other drains that prevent entrapment hazards as specified in U.S. Consumer Product Safety Publication 363-009801 (dual drains/channel drains) are provided on swimming pools and whirlpool spas. Ensure that drain covers have either the plumbing/engineering approving organization stamp and flow rate affixed to the cover, or that a letter is maintained aboard the vessel certifying that the cover meets the safety requirements outlined in AMSE/ANSI A112.19.8M or an equivalent standard.
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Item No.:
20
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Site:
Preparation Room-
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Violation:
The small walk-in refrigeration unit near the entrance was at 20 °C. This unit was warm and very humid. Per the staff it was in a defrost cycle. There were packages of frozen cheese filled pastries that were moved to another unit.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that the defrost cycle is functioning properly so that potentially hazardous foods are maintained at or below 41°F during the cycle.
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Item No.:
20
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Site:
Food Service General-
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Violation:
Slotted fasteners were noted in the water/ice contact areas of the upper compartments of the ice machines, making cleaning difficult.
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Recommendation:
If the fasteners are replaced ensure that the replacements are smooth, low-profile and non-corrding.
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Item No.:
20
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Site:
Galley-Deck 7
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Violation:
A cracked plastic panel was noted in the upper compartment of the Scotsman ice machine, making cleaning difficult.
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Recommendation:
Replace this panel.
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Item No.:
20
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Site:
Galley-Deck 7 Hot Line
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Violation:
The fan guard was missing in the microwave, making cleaning difficult.
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Recommendation:
Replace the fan guard.
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Item No.:
20
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Site:
Galley-Deck 7 Hot Line
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Violation:
There were difficult to clean gaps inside the stack oven doors. There were cracked stones in the oven, making cleaning difficult. The oven surfaces were slightly corroded.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that materials used in the construction of multiuse utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment are: (1) Durable, corrosion-resistant, and nonabsorbent; (2) Sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated warewashing; (3) Finished to have a smooth, easily cleanable surface; and (4) Resistant to pitting, chipping, crazing, scratching, scoring, distortion, and decomposition.
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Item No.:
20
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Site:
Galley-Deck 7 Hot Line
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Violation:
There were difficult to clean gaps inside the stack oven doors. There were cracked stones in the oven, making cleaning difficult. The oven surfaces were slightly corroded.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that multiuse food-contact surfaces are: (1) Smooth; (2) Free of breaks, open seams >1 mm (1/32 inch), cracks, chips, inclusions, pits, and similar imperfections; (3) Free of sharp internal angles, corners, and crevices; (4) Finished to have smooth welds and joints; and (5) Accessible for cleaning and inspection by one of the following methods without being disassembled, by disassembling without the use of tools, or by easy disassembling with the use of handheld tools commonly available to maintenance and cleaning personnel such as screwdrivers, pliers, open-end wrenches, and Allen wrenches.
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Item No.:
20
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Site:
Other-Main Dining Room
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Violation:
A few of the metal bread baskets had loose wires, making cleaning difficult.
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Recommendation:
Repair or replace the baskets.
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Item No.:
21
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Site:
Food Service General-
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Violation:
The non-food contact surfaces of equipment were difficult to clean due to gaps, seams and other features.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that nonfood-contact surfaces are free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance.
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Item No.:
21
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Site:
Galley-
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Violation:
There were seams and gaps in the fryer cabinets. There was a seam between the fryers. There was an opening along the front edge of the fryers. These features made cleaning difficult.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that nonfood-contact surfaces are free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance.
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Item No.:
21
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Site:
Galley-
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Violation:
There were seams and gaps in the fryer cabinets. There was a seam between the fryers. There was an opening along the front edge of the fryers. These features made cleaning difficult.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning are constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.
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Item No.:
21
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Site:
Bar-Java Bar
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Violation:
The technical space under the bar refrigeration unit was difficult to clean due to limited access.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that nonfood-contact surfaces are free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance.
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Item No.:
27
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Site:
Galley-
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Violation:
Grease accumulation was observed under the front edge of the fryers.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment are kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
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Item No.:
28
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Site:
Galley-
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Violation:
The bulk rice bin was staged under the hood cleaning cabinet. The bin was empty.
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Recommendation:
Do not place food or food containers under this cabinet.
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Item No.:
28
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Site:
Food Service General-
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Violation:
A beverage cooler was stored on the deck in the store room across from 431AWC.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles are stored: (1) In a clean, dry location; (2) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (3) At least 150 mm (6 inches) above the deck.
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Item No.:
33
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Site:
Food Service General-
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Violation:
The decks were difficult to clean due to missing grout and cracked deck tiles.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that decks, bulkheads, and deckheads in food preparation, warewashing, pantries, and storage areas are constructed and maintained for easy cleaning.
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Item No.:
33
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Site:
Provisions-Cold Rooms
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Violation:
Gaps and loose sealant were noted at the top of the metal cove base in the cold rooms, making cleaning difficult.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that decks, bulkheads, and deckheads in food preparation, warewashing, pantries, and storage areas are constructed and maintained for easy cleaning.
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Item No.:
33
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Site:
Provisions-Deck 3 Corridor
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Violation:
The deck was severely worn and chipped, making cleaning difficult. The door of the first walk-in unit scraped the deck when opened and closed further damaging the finish.
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Recommendation:
Repair the deck in this provisions corridor.
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Item No.:
33
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Site:
Food Service General-
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Violation:
There were a number of areas where the deck-bulkhead junctures were not coved, making cleaning difficult.
These areas included:
crew mess store room; deck 4 hot galley cold room 35, service side of crew hot buffet, officer's mess, service side of officer's bar, service side of lido bar, java bar pantry, and service side of java bar
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Recommendation:
Ensure that bulkhead and deck junctures are coved (including galleys, pantries, deck/counter junctures at buffets, bars, waiter stations, and dining room work counters).
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Item No.:
33
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Site:
Provisions-
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Violation:
The threshold of the poultry freezer was in disrepair, making cleaning difficult.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that decks, bulkheads, and deckheads in food preparation, warewashing, pantries, and storage areas are constructed and maintained for easy cleaning.
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Item No.:
33
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Site:
Galley-
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Violation:
The cove base in the dishwash area was damaged and stained with mold.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that decks, bulkheads, and deckheads in food preparation, warewashing, pantries, and storage areas are constructed and maintained for easy cleaning.
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Item No.:
33
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Site:
Bar-Petty Officer's Bar
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Violation:
There was a gap at the end of the bar near the deck, making cleaning difficult. There was debris in the gap.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that decks, bulkheads, and deckheads in food preparation, warewashing, pantries, and storage areas are constructed and maintained for easy cleaning.
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Item No.:
33
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Site:
Bar-Petty Officer's Bar
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Violation:
There was a gap at the end of the bar near the deck, making cleaning difficult. There was debris in the gap.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that decks, bulkheads, deckheads, and attached equipment in food preparation, warewashing, pantries, and storage areas, are cleaned as often as necessary.
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Item No.:
33
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Site:
Bar-Petty Officer's Bar
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Violation:
There was an opening in the deckhead where there was a missing light fixture.
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Recommendation:
Replace the missing light fixture. Ensure that the light bulb is either shatter-resistant or shielded.
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Item No.:
33
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Site:
Food Service General-
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Violation:
There was a storage room that used to be a toilet room. The deck head had large openings and the deck-bulkhead juncture was not coved, making cleaning difficult. This room was near the mess rooms and across from 431AWC.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that bulkhead and deck junctures are coved (including galleys, pantries, deck/counter junctures at buffets, bars, waiter stations, and dining room work counters).
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Item No.:
33
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Site:
Food Service General-
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Violation:
There was a storage room that used to be a toilet room. The deck head had large openings and the deck-bulkhead juncture was not coved, making cleaning difficult. This room was near the mess rooms and across from 431AWC.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that decks, bulkheads, and deckheads in food preparation, warewashing, pantries, and storage areas are constructed and maintained for easy cleaning.
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Item No.:
33
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Site:
Bar-Java Bar
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Violation:
The vinyl deck covering in the bar and bar foyer did not extend to the bulkhead, making cleaning difficult.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that decks, bulkheads, and deckheads in food preparation, warewashing, pantries, and storage areas are constructed and maintained for easy cleaning.
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Item No.:
34
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Site:
Galley-Deck 7
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Violation:
The water fountain was out of order.
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Recommendation:
Remove the cup filing spout and repair the fountain.
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Item No.:
36
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Site:
Buffet-Petty Officer's Mess
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Violation:
The light level was inadequate.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that the light intensity is at least 220 Lux (20 foot candles) on food preparation surfaces, and at a distance of 75 centimeters (30 inches) above the deck in food preparation areas, handwashing facilities, warewashing areas, equipment, and utensil storage, pantries, toilet rooms, and consumer self-service areas.
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Item No.:
36
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Site:
Bar-Java Bar
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Violation:
The deckhead mounted bulbs were not shielded or shatter-resistant.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that light bulbs are shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, and linens, or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
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Item No.:
39
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Site:
Integrated Pest Management-
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Violation:
One adult live cockroach was noted on the bulkhead under the deck 4 potwash sink sanitize compartment. There were a few dead cockroaches noted on the deck or in technical spaces in several areas.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that the presence of insects, rodents, and other pests is effectively controlled to minimize their presence in the food storage, preparation, service areas, warewashing, and utensil storage areas aboard a vessel.
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Item No.:
41
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Site:
Housekeeping-
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Violation:
The crew public toilets did not have a means of exiting that did not involve bare hand contact with the door handle.
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Recommendation:
Equip public toilet facilities so that persons exiting the toilet room are not required to handle the door with bare hands. This may be accomplished by methods such as locating paper towel dispensers at sinks and waste containers near the room door, installing mechanically operated doors, door removal, or other effective means.
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