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Item No.:
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Site:
Bar-
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Violation:
There was a handwash sink at the front bar, but no utility sink present. Ensure the handwash sink is used only for handwashing and not to make drinks or rinse drink making equipment.
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Recommendation:
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Item No.:
06
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Site:
Potable Water-Microbiological Sampling
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Violation:
A potable water sample was collected before bunkering in Bartlett Cove on June 6, 2013, but the results of the sample were not documented. According to the staff, the samples were properly analyzed and the result was negative for E.coli.
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Recommendation:
Maintain microbiologic sample report records on the vessel for 12 months and ensure they are available for review during inspections.
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Item No.:
06
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Site:
Potable Water-Microbiological Sampling
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Violation:
Four random potable water samples were not being collected or analyzed for E. coli on a monthly basis since the last VSP inspection.
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Recommendation:
Collect and analyze a minimum of four potable water samples per month for the presence of E. coli. Collect samples from the forward, aft, upper, and lower decks of the vessel. Change the sample sites each month so that all of the potable water distribution system is effectively monitored. Conduct follow-up sampling for each positive test result.
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Item No.:
06
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Site:
Potable Water-Incubator
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Violation:
The thermometer in the incubator used to analyze the microbiologic samples was a stem thermometer and had the case over it. The thermometer being used was not able to give an accurate reading of the air temperatue inside of the incubator. The thermometer read 105.6 degrees Fahrenheit, but the instructions on the incubator stated the temperature required was 95.0 degrees Fahrenheit. An appropriate thermometer was found during the inspection and installed in the incubator.
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Recommendation:
If water samples are collected and analyzed by the vessel for the presence of E. coli, analyze the samples using a method accepted in Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater. Ensure test kits, incubators, and associated equipment are operated and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers? specifications.
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Item No.:
06
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Site:
Potable Water-Reference Standards
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Violation:
There were no secondary standards available for the test kit used to montior the free chlorine levels in the potable water system. This was written on the previous inspection.
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Recommendation:
Ensure the halogen test kit used to calibrate the halogen analyzer is accurate to within 0.2 mg/L (ppm) for halogen and graduated in increments no greater than 0.2 mg/L (ppm) in the range of free residual halogen normally maintained in the potable water system. Ensure all reagents used with the test kit are not past their expiration dates. Where available, maintain appropriate secondary standards onboard for electronic test kits to verify test kit operation.
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Item No.:
06
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Site:
Potable Water-Far Point Analyzer
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Violation:
The far point distribution system chlorine analyzer and chart recorder has not been working for several months. There was no documentation stating exactly when the analyzer stopped working or what the progress is on getting the equipment repaired. There have not been any far point charts since November 2012. The free residual halogen levels were recorded every four hours since November 2012 in a log book and were within the required range.
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Recommendation:
Ensure records from the halogen analyzer-chart recorder verifies the free residual halogen of between 0.2 mg/L (ppm) and 5.0 mg/L (ppm) in the water distribution system for at least 16 hours in each 24 hour period since the last inspection of the vessel. In the event of equipment failure, measure the free residual halogen by a manual test kit at the halogen analyzer at least every 4 hours. Complete repairs on malfunctioning halogen analyzer-chart recorders within 10 days of equipment failure.
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Item No.:
07
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Site:
Potable Water-Potable Water Tank Disinfection
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Violation:
The potable water tanks were disinfected with 5.0 ppm free residual chlorine for 24 hours before being placed back into service.
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Recommendation:
Disinfect after potential contamination by increasing the free residual halogen to at least 50 mg/L (ppm) throughout the affected area and maintain this concentration for 4 hours or by way of another procedure submitted to and accepted by VSP.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Potable Water-Cross-Connection Log
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Violation:
The backflow prevention device for the oil water separator was not documented on the cross-connection log.
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Recommendation:
Add this device to the log.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Potable Water-Potable Water Hoses
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Violation:
The two potable water bunker hoses were not labeled 'POTABLE WATER ONLY' at each connecting end. This was written on the previous inspection.
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Recommendation:
Label potable water hoses with the words ?POTABLE WATER ONLY? in letters at least 13 millimeters (0.5 inch) high at each connecting end.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Potable Water-Potable Water Hose Storage
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Violation:
The potable water hose storage container was not at least 18 inches above the deck. This was written on the previous inspection.
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Recommendation:
Mount potable water hose lockers at least 460 millimeters (18 inches) above the deck and ensure they are self draining.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Potable Water-Potable Water Hose Storage
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Violation:
The potable water hose storage container was not labeled 'POTABLE WATER HOSE AND FITTING STORAGE'
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Recommendation:
Label potable water hose lockers ?POTABLE WATER HOSE AND FITTING STORAGE? in letters at least 13 millimeters (0.5 inch) high.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Potable Water-Striping
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Violation:
The potable water pipes in the bunker station were not striped blue or blue/green/blue.
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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. Do not stripe or paint potable water lines after reduced pressure assemblies as potable water. Uniquely identify all refrigerant brine lines in all galleys, pantries, and cold rooms to prevent cross-connections.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Potable Water-Potable Water Tanks
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Violation:
Both potable water tanks were entered and painted on January 1, 2013. There was no documentation from a certifying organization that the paint was approved for potable water use. The documentation was provided during the inspection. Also, there was no documentation stating the tanks had been dried or cured according to the manufacturer's instructions. According to the staff, a paint inspector was present during the painting and they followed his instructions on how to dry and cure the tanks. Finally, the free residual chlorine level was not recorded before the tank was put back into service.
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Recommendation:
Ensure the interior coatings on potable water tanks are approved for potable water contact by a certification organization. Follow all manufacturers? recommendations for application, drying, and curing. For the tank coatings used, maintain the following onboard: (1) written documentation of approval from the certification organization (independent of the coating manufacturer); (2) manufacturers? recommendations for application, drying, and curing; and (3) written documentation that the manufacturers? recommendations have been followed for application, drying, and curing.
Maintain documentation of all inspections, maintenance, cleaning, and disinfection for 12 months and ensure it is available for review during inspections. Ensure records include a method of disinfection, concentration and contact time of the disinfectant, and a halogen value of less than or equal to 5 ppm before the tank is put back into service.
Document the free halogen residual level.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Potable Water-Cross-Connection Log
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Violation:
An air gap and a vacuum breaker were listed on the cross-connection log for the Captain's shower, but upon inspection there was only an air gap for the shower head. The extra plumbing component and the vacuum breaker had been removed.
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Recommendation:
Edit the log to reflect only the devices present in the cabin.
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Item No.:
17
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Site:
Galley-
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Violation:
There was a bowl of cooked beans with a preparation date of 12 June inside the upright reach-in refrigerator. It was cooked and cooled on the ship according to staff, but there was no cooling log maintained on board for this or other such items.
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Recommendation:
Ensure logs documenting cooked potentially hazardous food cooling temperatures and times from the starting points designated in 7.3.5.2.1 thru the control points at 2 and 6 hours are maintained onboard the vessel for a period of 30 days form the date the food was placed in the cooling process.
Ensure logs documenting cooling of potentially hazardous foods prepared from ingredients at ambient temperatures, with the start time to the time when 5°C (41 °F) is reached are also maintained for a period of 30 days, beginning with the day of preparation.
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Item No.:
19
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Site:
Bar-
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Violation:
The drain for the ice bin was directly connected to the ship's gray water waste tank without an air-break or air-gap.
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Recommendation:
Ensure drain lines from all fixtures, sinks, appliances, compartments, refrigeration units, or devices that are used, designed for, or intended to be used in the preparation, processing, storage, or handling of food, ice or drinks are indirectly connected to appropriate waste systems by means of an air gap or air break.
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Item No.:
21
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Site:
Galley-Hot Counter
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Violation:
There was a difficult to clean void present deep into the back and top sections of the flat grill grease pan housing. The housing itself was also difficult to access and clean as the depth of the housing was nearly two feet long.
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Recommendation:
Ensure 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.:
22
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Site:
Galley-Dishwash
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Violation:
The in-use undercounter dishwash machine had a rinse pressure of 5-7 psi and the manufacturer's data plate specified a minimum pressure of 20-22 psi.
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Recommendation:
Maintain warewashing equipment in good repair and proper adjustment, including: (1) warewashing equipment is maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the standards of the materials, design, and construction of these guidelines; (2) water pressure and water temperature-measuring devices are maintained in good repair and accurate within the intended range of use.
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Item No.:
26
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Site:
Bar-
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Violation:
There was black and pink mold present along the right and left upper sides of the ice cuber panel in the ice maker section. There was also pink mold present along the length of the water tube directly over the cuber panel.
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Recommendation:
Ensure food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils are clean to sight and touch.
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Item No.:
27
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Site:
Galley-Hot Counter
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Violation:
The flat grill grease pan housing was heavily soiled with food and grease residue.
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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.:
33
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Site:
Bar-
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Violation:
There was an open void section where a panel to the deckhead was missing over the beer tap in the front bar upper cabinet ceiling. There were gaps present where the upper cabinet panel was not fit tightly next to the sound system section.
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Recommendation:
Ensure decks, bulkheads, and deckheads in food preparation, warewashing, pantries, and storage areas are maintained in good repair.
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Item No.:
33
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Site:
Bar-
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Violation:
The juncture of the deck with the bulkhead and deck to counter foundation was not coved in the bar.
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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:
Dining Room-Waiter Station
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Violation:
The artificial lights in the deckhead over the waiter station were not shielded or shatter-resistant bulbs. The artificial light level of the counter for the station was below 220 lux under the cabinet.
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Recommendation:
Ensure 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. Ensure the light intensity is at least 110 lux (10 foot candles) at handwashing stations in bars. In bars and dining room waiter stations, provide 220 lux (20 foot candles) light intensity during cleaning operations.
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Item No.:
40
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Site:
Integrated Pest Management-IPM - Rat Guards
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Violation:
There were no rat guards installed on the mooring lines forward or aft.
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Recommendation:
Provide and use rat guards.
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Item No.:
41
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Site:
Housekeeping-Outbreak Prevention and Response Plan (OPRP)
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Violation:
The written OPRP listed 200 ppm chlorine as a disinfectant concentration (no contact time was listed) for use in situations of outbreak for public area type disinfection on hand-contact surfaces. Whenever the disinfectant is listed no contact time is provided. Although part of this was also noted in the previous VSP inspection many of the other parts of the plan were corrected.
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Recommendation:
Provide minimum concentrations and contact times for disinfectants used for outbreak response.
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Item No.:
41
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Site:
Housekeeping-Public Toilet
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Violation:
There was no sign advising users to wash their hands or to use a tissue or paper towel to exit the toilet room. This was written on the previous inspection.
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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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Item No.:
43
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Site:
Housekeeping-Shower Head Records
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Violation:
Staff recorded the showerhead cleaning and disinfection monthly, but there was nothing written to describe either the concentration or time involved with the chlorine disinfection process.
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Recommendation:
Clean and disinfect shower heads every 6 months. Disinfect with an appropriate halogen-based disinfectant at 10 ppm for 60 minutes, or an equivalent CT value.
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