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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Potable Water-Window Washing
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Violation:
The two water lines leading to the backflow prevention device were not striped to indicate potable water. This was corrected.
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Recommendation:
Stripe or paint potable water lines either in accordance with ISO 14726 (blue/green/blue) or blue only. Ensure no other lines have the above color designations. Stripe or paint these lines at 5 meters (15 feet) intervals and on each side of partitions, decks, and bulkheads, except where decor would be marred by such markings, including potable water supply lines in technical lockers.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Ventilation-ACS 11.4
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Violation:
Staff stated that potable water was used to clean the air handling units and showed the water line on the forward bulkhead that was used. This water line was not striped to indicated potable water. This was corrected.
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Recommendation:
Stripe or paint potable water lines either in accordance with ISO 14726 (blue/green/blue) or blue only. Stripe or paint distillate and permeate lines directed to the potable water system in accordance with ISO 14726 (blue/gray/blue). Ensure no other lines have the above color designations. Stripe or paint these lines at 5 meters (15 feet) intervals and on each side of partitions, decks, and bulkheads, except where decor would be marred by such markings, including potable water supply lines in technical lockers.
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Item No.:
10
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Site:
Recreational Water Facilities-Whirlpool Safety Signs
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Violation:
The whirlpool safety signs did not include all of the requirements in the 2011 VSP Operations Manual. The signs did not caution users with diabetes, high or low blood pressure, pregnant women, elderly persons, and children, and against exceeding 15 minutes of exposure. Staff stated new signs should be delivered around 6 January 2013.
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Recommendation:
In addition to the safety sign requirements in section 6.7.1.1.1, install a sign at each whirlpool spa and spa pool entrance listing precautions and risks associated with the use of these facilities. Include, at a minimum, cautions against use by the following: (1) individuals who are immunocompromised; (2) individuals on medication or who have underlying medical conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, or high or low blood pressure; and (3) pregnant women, elderly persons, and children. Additionally, caution against exceeding 15 minutes of exposure.
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Item No.:
19
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Site:
Provisions-Produce Storage
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Violation:
The vessel was using absorbent pads to absorb gases from the produce. These pads were made of a difficult to clean fabric material that was filled with pellets and suspended in the room. Staff stated that these pads were replaced every 6 months. In one room, the pad was attached directly to the side of a storage rack where it would come in contact with items on the storage rack. The other pads were hung below the evaporative condensers where no food was stored.
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Recommendation:
Protect food from contamination by storing the food: (3) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination.
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Item No.:
19
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Site:
Housekeeping-Stairwell No. 4
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Violation:
There was bin full of ice stored in the stairwell. This stairwell had exposed deckhead cables and pipes and was not constructed to food transportation corridor standards. Also, the scooper handle was in contact with the ice.
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Recommendation:
Do not transport or store food in areas that are not constructed to food transportation corridor standards. Close deckhead-mounted cable trays, piping, or other difficult-to-clean deckhead-mounted equipment or close the deckhead to prevent food contamination from dust and debris falling from deckheads and deckhead-mounted equipment and utilities. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, ensure food preparation and dispensing utensils are stored: (1) In the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container.
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Item No.:
20
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Site:
Bar-Patio Bar
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Violation:
A foam material was used to wet the rim of the glasses so that salt or sugar would adhere to the rim.
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Recommendation:
Materials used in the construction of multiuse utensils and food contact surfaces of equipment must be: (1) durable, corrosion resistant, and nonabsorbent.
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Item No.:
20
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Site:
Galley-Pastry
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Violation:
There were slotted fasteners in the food splash zone on both the counter-mounted and deck-mounted mixers. These fasteners were replaced with non-slotted fasteners during the inspection.
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Recommendation:
Use only low profile, nonslotted, noncorroding, and easy-to-clean fasteners on food-contact surfaces and in splash zones. Prohibit the use of exposed slotted screws, Phillips head screws, or pop rivets in these areas.
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Item No.:
21
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Site:
Galley-Potwash
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Violation:
The metal covering on the hose of the overhead sprayer was separating on both ends of the hose. A new hose was installed during the inspection.
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Recommendation:
Design and construct nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils to be durable and to retain their characteristic qualities under normal use conditions.
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Item No.:
21
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Site:
Buffet-Crew & Officer's Messes
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Violation:
The Scotsman ice/water dispenser had an open-cell foam material around the outside of the chute. The foam was absorbent and wet.
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Recommendation:
Ensure 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.:
27
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Site:
Bar-Patio Bar
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Violation:
There was a table just outside the entrance to the bar that was used as a waiter station. The bulkhead was lightly soiled and there was debris between the table and the bulkhead. The table was secured to the bulkhead near the deck, but was removable for cleaning.
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Recommendation:
Ensure 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-Starboard Beverage Station - Equipment Locker
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Violation:
There was a mixer stored on the deck in this locker.
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Recommendation:
Store cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles: (3) at least 150 millimeters (6 inches) above the deck.
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Item No.:
33
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Site:
Galley-Starboard Beverage Station - Equipment Locker
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Violation:
The deck was soiled throughout this locker.
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Recommendation:
Ensure 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-Patio Bar
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Violation:
The bulkhead/deck juncture was not coved below the table used as a waiter station.
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Recommendation:
Cove all bulkhead/deck, equipment/deck, cabinet/deck, and deck sink coaming/deck junctures (including galleys, pantries, buffets, bars, waiter stations, dining room work counters, provisions, food storage rooms, equipment/utensil storage rooms, and toilet rooms intended for use by galley personnel).
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Item No.:
36
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Site:
Bar-Patio Bar
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Violation:
There was no lighting provided for the handwashing station located outside the bar area by the pantry entrance. This was the only handwashing station for the bartender.
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Recommendation:
Ensure the light intensity is at least 110 lux (10 foot candles) at handwashing stations in bars.
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Item No.:
38
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Site:
Preparation Room-Fish
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Violation:
A mop inside the cleaning locker was wet and was not stored to allow it to dry. This was corrected.
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Recommendation:
After use, ensure mops are placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies.
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Item No.:
40
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Site:
Integrated Pest Management-
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Violation:
The rat guards on the mooring lines were not effective against preventing rodents from entering the ship.
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Recommendation:
Protect entry points where pests may enter the food areas.
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Item No.:
41
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Site:
Housekeeping-Bridge Public Toilet Room
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Violation:
There was no sign advising users to use a hand towel or paper towel to open the door. The exit was not hands free.
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Recommendation:
Post a sign advising users of toilet facilities to use hand towel, paper towel, or tissue to open the door unless the exit is hands free.
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