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Item No.:
02
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Site:
Medical-Gastrointestinal Illness Log
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Violation:
On the cruise 3/27-4/10, the log had a column for number of diarrhea and that column was filled out with the word "several". That passenger was not listed as a reportable case. In addition, there were a few passengers that had vomiting and one additional symptom and they were not listed as reportable cases.
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Recommendation:
A reportable case of gastrointestinal illness shall be defined as:
(1) Diarrhea (three or more episodes of loose stools in a 24 hour period); or (2) Vomiting and one additional symptom including one or more episodes of loose stools in a 24-hour period, or abdominal cramps, or headache, or muscle aches, or fever (temperature >38 C (100.4 F)); and (3) Reported to the master of the vessel, the medical staff, or other designated staff by a passenger or a crew member.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Potable Water-Engine Room
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Violation:
There were no sample valves on the potable water tanks.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that potable water tanks have sample valves which are turned down.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Potable Water-Production Logs
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Violation:
Per staff, the initial reading for the chlorine residual was taken at the start of production. However, the logs indicated that the first reading was taken between an hour and 3 hours after the start of production.
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Recommendation:
Ensure the first recorded reading is within 30 minutes from the start of production.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Potable Water-Potable Water Tank Logs
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Violation:
There was no documentation of the manufacturer's recommendation for application, drying, and curing for the potable water tank coatings.
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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 documentation for the coating used and recommendations followed are available for review during inspections.
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Item No.:
11
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Site:
Medical-
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Violation:
Per staff, the asymptomatic cabin mates were not interviewed daily until 48 hours after the onset of the ill crew member's symptoms.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that medical staff conduct daily verbal interviews with asymptomatic crew until 48 hours after onset of the ill crew members symptoms.
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Item No.:
21
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Site:
Galley-
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Violation:
The were two unsealed pipe penetrations in the bottom of the chemical locker under the three compartment sink.
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Recommendation:
Seal the penetrations.
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Item No.:
21
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Site:
Provisions-
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Violation:
The back shelving unit did not have a few shelf locks. White tape was used instead of the locks to hold the unit in place. This 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:
Provisions-200 Deck
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Violation:
The chest freezer was cracked on the inside of the lid.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils are designed and constructed 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:
Provisions-
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Violation:
The right refrigeration unit was less than six inches from the deck.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that deck-mounted equipment that is not easily movable is sealed to the deck or elevated on legs that provide at least a 150 mm (6-inch) clearance between the deck and the equipment.
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Item No.:
21
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Site:
Galley-
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Violation:
The gaskets for the undercounter refrigeration units were damaged and torn.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils are designed and constructed 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:
Galley-
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Violation:
The drip pan housing for the flat top grill was two feet in depth, making 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 was excessive sealant on the outside of hot plate and flat top ovens.
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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:
Galley-
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Violation:
The lids for the bulk sugar and flour containers were damaged.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils are designed and constructed to be durable and to retain their characteristic qualities under normal use conditions.
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Item No.:
22
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Site:
Galley-
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Violation:
The dishwash unit did not have a data plate.
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Recommendation:
Ensure that warewashing machines are provided with an easily accessible and readable data plate affixed to the machine by the manufacturer that indicates the machine's design and operating specifications including the: (1) Temperatures required for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing; (2) Pressure required for the fresh water sanitizing rinse; and (3) Conveyor speed for conveyor machines or cycle time for stationary rack machines.
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Item No.:
27
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Site:
Galley-
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Violation:
The excessive sealant was soiled with grease.
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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.:
27
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Site:
Galley-
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Violation:
The back portion of the drip pan housing for the flat top grill was soiled.
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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.:
27
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Site:
Galley-
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Violation:
The gaskets for the undercounter refrigeration units were slightly soiled.
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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.:
33
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Site:
Galley-
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Violation:
The deck and bulkhead to the left of the dishwash unit were soiled. A plastic cup was wedged between the unit and the bulkhead. The glass was heavily soiled with a black substance.
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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:
Provisions-Liquor Stores
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Violation:
The room used to store liquor was unfinished. The deck/bulkhead junctures were not coved. The room had many hard to reach and clean spaces. The bulkheads and decks were not easy to clean and in disrepair. In addition, there were exposed utility lines and pipes that made 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. Ensure that bulkhead and deck junctures are coved (including galleys, pantries, deck/counter junctures at buffets, bars, waiter stations, and dining room work counters). Ensure that bulkheads and deckheads have smooth, hard finishes, and light colored surfaces. Ensure that decks, bulkheads, and deckheads in food preparation, warewashing, pantries, and storage areas are corrosion-resistant. Ensure that exposed utility service lines and pipes, including lines for fire detection and protection systems, are installed so they do not obstruct or prevent cleaning. Ensure that 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:
Provisions-
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Violation:
The deck underneath the right refrigeration unit was heavily soiled with dust.
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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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