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Cruise Ship: Volendam Cruise Line: Holland America Line Inspection Date: 11/26/2002 Inspection Score: 97
This cruise ship inspection report lists deficiencies found during the inspection. Additional information corresponding to each item number is available in the latest edition of the VSP Environmental Public Health Standards.

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Item No.: *
Site: Other-WATER SYSTEM
Violation: THE BACTERIOLOGICAL TEST WERE BEING CONDUCTED PROPERLY. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT A STANDARD PROTOCAL BE DEVELOPED AND KEPT ON BOARD THAT DESCRIBES WHAT CORRECTIVE ACTIONS THAT ARE TO BE TAKEN WHEN A POSITIVE BACTERIAL WATER SAMPLE IS DETECTED. THE BROMINE TESTING DEVICE USED FOR SAMPLING POOLS AND SPAS IS GRADUATED IN INCREMENTS OF 1.0 OR MORE. A DIGITAL OR SIMILAR MORE SPECIFIC DEVICE THAT READS IN INCREMENTS OF AT LEAST 0.2 PPM SHOULD BE PROVIDED.
Recommendation: No Deficiency
Item No.: *
Site: Other-GENERAL
Violation: THE OVERALL CONDITION OF THE SHIP FROM AN ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PERSPECTIVE WAS EXCELLENT AND STAFF SHOULD BE COMMENDED FOR THEIR KNOWLEDGE OF AND DILIGENCE IN MAINTAINING THE HIGH STANDARD.
Recommendation:
Item No.: *
Site: Other-CORRECTIVE ACTION STATEMENT
Violation: IN DEVELOPING THE CORRECTIVE ACTION STATEMENT FOR THIS INSPECTION, CRITICAL-ITEM DEFICIENCIES (DESIGNATED WITH YES IN CRITICAL COLUMN (WORTH 3 - 5 POINTS), WHETHER DEBITED OR NOT, SHOULD INCLUDE STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES AND MONITORING PROCEDURES IMPLEMENTED TO PREVENT THE RECURRENCE OF THE CRITICAL DEFICIENCY. PREPARE CORRECTIVE ACTION STATEMENT AS A WORD PROCESSING OR SPREADSHEET FILE WHICH WILL BE SENT TO USPHS / VSP AS AN EMAIL MESSAGE ATTACHMENT. PLEASE EMAIL CORRECTIVE ACTION STATEMENT TO: VSP@CDC.GOV USE EMAIL MESSAGE SUBJECT LINE: SHIP NAME - CAS - [INSERT INSPECTION DATE] .
Recommendation:
Item No.: 06
Site: Other-WATER SYSTEM
Violation: ON ONE OCCASION (NOVEMBER 12, 2002) THE CHART FOR THE FAR POINT RECORDER WAS LEFT ON FOR TWO DAYS.
Recommendation: 5.5.1.2.1 The halogen analyzer-chart recorder shall be properly maintained, operated, and calibrated daily in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Item No.: 21
Site: Other-FOOD SERVICE GENERAL
Violation: LOOSE SOFT SEALANT WAS OBSERVED THROUGHTOUT THE FOOD SERVICE AREAS ON THE BULKHEADS AND PANELS AROUND AND ABOVE THE FRYERS AND GRILLS.
Recommendation: 7.4.1.1.9 Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.
Item No.: 22
Site: Other-LIDO GALLEY - DISHWASHING AREA
Violation: ONLY TWO OF THE FINAL RINSE NOZZLES WERE WORKING ON THE DISHWASHER AND A FULL CURTAIN WAS IN USE BETWEEN THE RINSE AND FINAL RINSE CHAMBERS OF THE MACHINE.
Recommendation: 7.5.4.1.1 Warewashing equipment shall be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment including: (1) Warewashing equipment shall be 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 shall be maintained in good repair and be accurate within the intended range of use.
Item No.: 27
Site: Other-LIDO BUFFET AREA
Violation: FOOD DEBRIS WAS NOTED INSIDE THE PLATE WARMER UNITS IN THE OMELET BAR.
Recommendation: 7.5.5.1.3 Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
Item No.: 33
Site: Other-MAIN FOOD SERVICE GENERAL
Violation: THE GROUTING WAS RECESSED AROUND THE MAJORITY OF THE DRAINS MAKING CLEANING DIFFICULT.
Recommendation: 7.7.4.1.1 Decks, bulkheads, and deckheads in food preparation, warewashing, pantries, and storage areas shall be constructed and maintained for easy cleaning.
Item No.: 34
Site: Other-LIDO GALLEY - DISHWASHING AREA
Violation: THE SOILED DISH AND GLASS STORAGE RACK DRAINED DIRECTLY ONTO THE DECK AND THERE WERE NO DRAINS IN THE IMMEDIATE AREA.
Recommendation: 7.7.3.3.1 A plumbing system in a food area shall be maintained in good repair. A drainage system that elimates the accumulation of soiled water and food debris on the deck should be provided.
Item No.: 40
Site: Other-LIDO POOL AREA
Violation: THE DOORS TO THE TOILETS THAT OPEN TO THE POOL AREA WERE NOT SELF-CLOSING.
Recommendation: 8.2.1.1.2 Entry points where pests may enter the food areas shall be protected. Toilets should be provided with self-closing doors.
Item No.: 41
Site: Other-AIR HANDLING SYSTEMS
Violation: THE AIR HANDLING ROOM WHERE THE FAR POINT ANALYZER IS LOCATED HAD A LARGE ACCUMULATION OF WATER ON THE DECK.
Recommendation: 9.2.1.2.3 Vessels shall have a plan to inspect and maintain heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in accordance with manufactures recommendations and industry standards. Insure water does not accumulate on the deck.
*Inspections scores of 85 or lower are NOT satisfactory
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