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Item No.:
02
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Site:
Medical-Acute Gastroenteritis Logs
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Violation:
The acute gastroenteritis (AGE) surveillance logs did not include the time of first medical visit or report to staff of illness, case identification number, or the crew member position.
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Recommendation:
Ensure the AGE surveillance log entry for each passenger or crew member contain the following information in separate columns: (2) time of the first medical visit or report to staff of illness; (3) case identification number; (8) crew member position or job on the vessel, if applicable.
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Item No.:
03
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Site:
Potable Water-Bunker Chlorination
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Violation:
During active bunkering of potable water to tanks 3 port and 3 starboard, the free residual halogen, measured at the bunker chlorination sample point, was 1.69 ppm on one inspector's test kit and 1.72 ppm on the second inspector's test kit. The analyzer controlling the chlorine dosing and the connected circular chart recorder displayed a free residual halogen of 2.86 ppm. The ship's test kit displayed a free residual halogen of 2.29 ppm. Repeated tests were made with no significant difference from the first test until the ship's staff increased the chlorination pump manually. Manual tests were then conducted from the water in both the 3 port and 3 starboard tanks which were being filled. The free residual halogen in potable water tank 3 port was 0.90 ppm. The free residual halogen in potable water tank 3 starboard was between 0.03 to 0.05 ppm.
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Recommendation:
Continuously halogenate potable water to at least 2.0 mg/L (ppm) free residual halogen at the time of bunkering or production with an automatic halogenation device that is controlled by a flow meter and adjust the pH so it does not exceed 7.8. Ensure the amount of halogen injected during bunkering or production is controlled by a flow meter or a free halogen analyzer.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Potable Water-Tank Coating
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Violation:
The written records for the maintenance of potable water tanks 4 starboard and 14 outer port indicated touch-up painting with Interline 925. There was no written documentation of approval from the certification organization that this product was approved for potable water tanks. The inspectors conducted an internet search for the documentation and printed for the ship during the inspection.
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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.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Potable Water-Spa Men's Dressing Room
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Violation:
There was no backflow prevention device installed on the shower hose at the far left shower among a group of three in the men's dressing room.
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Recommendation:
Use air gaps where feasible and where water under pressure is not required. Install backflow prevention devices when air gaps are impractical or when water under pressure is required.
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Item No.:
10
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Site:
Recreational Water Facilities-Filter Housing Cleaning and Disinfection
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Violation:
The filter housing was cleaned, rinsed, and disinfected, but the sanitizer concentration and contact time was not recorded.
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Recommendation:
Clean, rinse, and disinfect the filter housing before the new filter media is placed in it. Ensure disinfection is accomplished with an appropriate halogen-based disinfectant. At a minimum, use a 50-ppm solution for 1 minute, or equivalent CT value. Maintain records on all inspection and cleaning procedures.
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Item No.:
10
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Site:
Recreational Water Facilities-Hair and Lint Strainer
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Violation:
The hair and lint strainer was cleaned, rinsed, and disinfected, but the sanitizer concentration and contact time was not recorded.
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Recommendation:
Clean, rinse, and disinfect the hair and lint strainer and hair and lint strainer housing on all RWFs weekly. Ensure disinfection is accomplished with an appropriate halogen-based disinfectant. At a minimum, use a 50-ppm solution for 1 minute, or equivalent CT value. Maintain records on all inspection and cleaning procedures.
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Item No.:
10
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Site:
Recreational Water Facilities-Sample Points
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Violation:
The sample points for the analyzer chart recorders for all of the recreational water facilities onboard were located after the compensation tank.
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Recommendation:
Ensure the sample line for the analyzer probe (monitoring) is either directly from the RWF or on the return line from each RWF and before the compensation tank. Install appropriate sample taps for analyzer calibration.
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Item No.:
10
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Site:
Recreational Water Facilities-Pool Antientrapment Drain Covers
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Violation:
The drains for the swimming pools were more than 3 feet apart, but did not have antientrapment drain covers installed. There was no alarm for the draining of the pools.
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Recommendation:
For RWFs with gravity drainage and multiple drains (2 or more drains greater than 3 feet apart), provide either a standard design (not compliant with ASME A112.19.8) drain cover and an alarm, or an ASME A112.19.8 compliant antientrapment/antientanglement drain cover. Ensure the alarm is audible and sounds in both a continuously manned space and at the RWF. Ensure this alarm is for all draining: accidental, routine, and emergency.
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Item No.:
10
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Site:
Recreational Water Facilities-Whirlpool Antientrapment Drain Covers
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Violation:
The antientrapment drain covers for the whirlpools were missing the life expectancy of the cover, the mounting orientation, and the certification information stamped on the cover.
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Recommendation:
Ensure the testing of manufactured drain covers is by a nationally or internationally recognized testing laboratory. Ensure the following information is stamped on each manufactured antientrapment drain cover: (1) certification standard and year; (2) type of drain use (single or multiple); (3) maximum flow rate (in gallons or liters per minute); (4) type of fitting (suction outlet); (5) life expectancy of cover; (6) mounting orientation (wall, floor, or both); (7) manufacturer's name or trademark; and (8) model designation.
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Item No.:
10
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Site:
Recreational Water Facilities-Shepherd's Hook
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Violation:
The shepherd's hook at all of the recreational water facilities were not long enough to reach the center of the deepest portion of the pool from the side plus two feet.
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Recommendation:
Provide a rescue or shepherd's hook and an approved flotation device at a prominent location (visible from the full perimeter of the pool) at each RWF that has a depth of 1 meter (3 feet) or greater. Mount these devices in a manner that allows for easy access during an emergency. Ensure the pole of the rescue or shepherd's hook is long enough to reach the center of the deepest portion of the pool from the side plus 2 feet. Ensure it is a light, strong, nontelescoping material with rounded, nonsharp ends. Ensure the approved flotation device includes an attached rope that is at least 2/3 of the maximum pool width.
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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 meet the VSP 2011 manual requirements.
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Recommendation:
Provide safety signs for all RWFs, except for baby-only water facilities. Ensure the signs, at a minimum, include the following words: (1) do not use these facilities if you are experiencing diarrhea, vomiting, or fever; (2) no children in diapers or who are not toilet trained; (3) shower before entering the facility; and (4) bather load #. For children's RWF signs, include the exact wording "TAKE CHILDREN ON FREQUENT BATHROOM BREAKS" or "TAKE CHILDREN ON FREQUENT TOILET BREAKS." 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.:
20
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Site:
Buffet-Crew Mess
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Violation:
There were slotted fasteners used to secure the round plastic panel in the upper interior of the microwave.
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Recommendation:
Use low profile, nonslotted, noncorroding, and easy-to-clean fasteners on food-contact surfaces and in splash zones. The use of exposed slotted screws, Phillips head screws, or pop rivets in these areas is prohibited.
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Item No.:
20
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Site:
Galley-Hot Galley
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Violation:
The round plastic panel in the upper interior of the microwave was not secured. This was corrected.
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Recommendation:
Properly secure the upper interior panel of the microwave.
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Item No.:
22
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Site:
Galley-Potwash
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Violation:
The water in the sanitizing compartment of the three-compartment sink measured 178F using the inspector's thermometer. The temperature gauge indicated the water was 145F and did not change as the water temperature was increased. The repairman adjusted the probe sensor for the gauge.
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Recommendation:
Ensure water temperature-measuring devices are scaled: (1) in Celsius or dually scaled in Celsius and Fahrenheit are designed to be accurate to within 1.5C (within 3F) in the intended range of use; (2) only in Fahrenheit are designed to be accurate to within 3F in the intended range of use.
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Item No.:
22
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Site:
Galley-Dishwash
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Violation:
The manufacturer's data plate for the flight-type dishwash machine was located near the deck.
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Recommendation:
Ensure a warewashing machine is provided with an easily accessible and readable data plate affixed to or posted adjacent to the machine that indicates the machine's design and operating specifications.
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Item No.:
22
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Site:
Galley-Potwash
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Violation:
The water in the sanitizing compartment of the three-compartment sink measured 182F using the inspector's and the crew member's thermometers. The temperature gauge indicated the water was 170F.
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Recommendation:
Ensure water temperature-measuring devices are scaled: (1) in Celsius or dually scaled in Celsius and Fahrenheit are designed to be accurate to within 1.5C (within 3F) in the intended range of use; (2) only in Fahrenheit are designed to be accurate to within 3F in the intended range of use.
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Item No.:
28
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Site:
Galley-Window Dishwash
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Violation:
Condensation was dripping from the left deckhead exhaust vent onto clean items coming out of the flight-type dishwash machine. The impacted clean items were relocated to the Garden dishwash machine.
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Recommendation:
Ensure items on the clean end of the dishwash machine are not contaminated.
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Item No.:
28
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Site:
Housekeeping-Deck 10 and 11 Trolley Carts
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Violation:
The blue storage bins containing clean glassware were soiled with dust and debris. In addition, the blue storage bin on the deck 11 trolley cart contained an empty red plastic sharps container and a full energy drink can along with the clean glasses.
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Recommendation:
Store cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles: (1) in a clean, dry location; (2) in a location where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; (3) at least 150 millimeters (6 inches) above the deck.
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Item No.:
29
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Site:
Bar-Raffles Bar
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Violation:
The handwashing sink had a maximum water temperature of 77F using the inspector's thermometer. Users could control the water temperature, but it appeared the hot water was not connected. This was corrected.
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Recommendation:
Ensure handwashing sinks are equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 38C (100F) through a mixing valve or combination faucet. For handwash sinks with electronic sensors, and other types of handwash sinks where the user cannot make temperature adjustments, ensure the temperature provided to the user after the mixing valve does not exceed 49C (120F).
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Item No.:
33
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Site:
Galley-Shogun
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Violation:
The deck was soiled below the fryers. The area was not in use at the time of the inspection. This was corrected.
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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:
Preparation Room-and Pastry
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Violation:
There were two holes in the deckhead above the grill, leading to a void space. This was corrected.
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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.:
36
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Site:
Food Service General-
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Violation:
The light intensity was below 110 lux behind and around many pieces of deck and counter-mounted equipment.
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Recommendation:
Ensure the light intensity is at least 110 lux (10 foot candles) behind and around mounted equipment, including counter-mounted equipment.
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Item No.:
36
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Site:
Bar-Champagne Charlie's
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Violation:
The light intensity was less than 110 lux at the handwash station.
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Recommendation:
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.:
37
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Site:
Galley-Window Dishwash
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Violation:
There was excess condensation on the bulkhead and the deckhead at the clean end of the flight-type dishwash machine. The machine was in use at the time of the inspection.
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Recommendation:
Ensure ventilation hood systems and devices are sufficient in number and capacity to prevent grease or condensation from collecting on bulkheads and deckheads.
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Item No.:
39
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Site:
Galley-Tratoria
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Violation:
There were two live flies on the preparation table. The area was in use at the time of the inspection.
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Recommendation:
Effectively control the presence of insects, rodents, and other pests to minimize their presence in the food storage, preparation, and service areas and warewashing and utensil storage areas aboard a vessel.
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Item No.:
39
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Site:
Preparation Room-Meat and Poultry
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Violation:
There were two live flies on the disassembled band saw. The area was not in use at the time of the inspection.
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Recommendation:
Effectively control the presence of insects, rodents, and other pests to minimize their presence in the food storage, preparation, and service areas and warewashing and utensil storage areas aboard a vessel.
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Item No.:
39
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Site:
Galley-Beverage Station
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Violation:
There was one live fly on the shelf. The area was not in use at the time of the inspection.
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Recommendation:
Effectively control the presence of insects, rodents, and other pests to minimize their presence in the food storage, preparation, and service areas and warewashing and utensil storage areas aboard a vessel.
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Item No.:
41
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Site:
Housekeeping-Outbreak Prevention and Response Plan
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Violation:
The NCL SEMS procedure G905 did not specify contact times for disinfection using chlorine, and there was no concentration or contact time listed for the fogging disinfection using Vital Oxide. Additionally, two staff members were observed fogging with this product in cabins with acute gastroenteritis (AGE) cases and smoking cabins, but neither staff member was wearing the personal protective equipment, including respirators, specified in the material safety data sheets (MSDS).
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Recommendation:
Ensure each vessel has a written OPRP that details standard procedures and policies to specifically address AGE onboard. Include the following in the written OPRP: (3) Disinfectant products or systems used, including the surfaces or items the disinfectants will be applied to, concentrations, and required contact times. Ensure the disinfectant products or systems are effective against human norovirus or an acceptable surrogate (e.g., caliciviruses); (6) Procedures to protect the passengers and crew from exposure to disinfectants, if not already included in the vessel's safety management system. Ensure this protection includes: (a) Material safety data sheets (MSDSs); (b) Personal protective equipment for crew; (c) Health and safety procedures to minimize respiratory and dermal exposures to both passengers and crew.
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Item No.:
41
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Site:
Housekeeping-Spa Men's and Women's Dressing Rooms
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Violation:
There was no sign posted in the main dressing room where the handwash sinks were located to advise users to use paper towels to open the exit door. Signs advising the use of paper towels to open the exit door were installed inside the small toilet rooms, but they were not equipped with paper towels or a handwashing sink.
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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.:
42
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Site:
Children Area-Toilet Room
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Violation:
The water temperature at the three handwashing stations in the child's toilet room measured 132F, 129F, and 130F using the inspector's thermometer.
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Recommendation:
Ensure the maximum water temperature for a handwashing station does not exceed 43C (110F).
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Item No.:
43
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Site:
Housekeeping-Showerhead Disinfection
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Violation:
The NCL SEMS procedure G815 specified a 10 minute, 50 ppm chlorine disinfection of the shower heads (CT value of 500).
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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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