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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Potable Water-Tank Disinfection
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Violation:
Potable water tanks 3C, 2C, and 1SB were disinfected between July and October 2011, but the free residual halogen test result prior to placing the tank back in service was not documented.
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Recommendation:
Flush the disinfected parts of the system with potable water or otherwise dechlorinate until the free residual halogen is less than or equal to 5.00 mg/L (ppm). Document the free halogen test result.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Potable Water-Striping
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Violation:
The potable water line to the reduced pressure assembly from the potable water tanks and before the technical water system was striped blue/gray/blue. The gray striping was removed.
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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 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.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Potable Water-Starboard Bunker Station Deck A
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Violation:
The potable water filling line was not striped or painted blue or in accordance with ISO 14726 (blue/green/blue).
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Recommendation:
Ensure each bunker station potable water filling line is striped or painted blue or in accordance with the color designation in ISO 14726 (blue/green/blue) and clearly labeled "POTABLE WATER FILLING" in letters at least 13 millimeters (0.5 inch) high, stamped on a noncorrosive label plate or the equivalent, and located at or near the point of the hose connection.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Potable Water-Cross-Connection Control Program
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Violation:
On the cross-connection log, the backflow prevention device for evaporator 2 was indicated as a Watts KIWA DN-80, but was a Watts Regulator Co. No 909 upon inspection and the backflow prevention device for evaporator 3 was indicated as a Watts Regulator Co. No 909, but was a Watts KIWA DN-80 upon inspection. Also, the quantity of air gaps and their locations were not indicated on the cross-connection log.
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Recommendation:
Ensure the cross-connection control program includes at a minimum: a complete listing of cross-connections and the backflow prevention method or device for each, so there is a match to the plumbing system component and location. Include air gaps on the listing.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Pantry-Explorations
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Violation:
The backflow prevention device for the carbonator in the multi-flow cabinet was weeping and corroded.
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Recommendation:
Maintain backflow prevention devices in good repair.
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Item No.:
10
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Site:
Recreational Water Facilities-Sample Lines
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Violation:
The sample lines for the analyzer probes on each of the RWFs to measure free residual halogen were not directly from the RWF or on the return line from each RWF and before 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-Fecal and Vomit Accident Log
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Violation:
The fecal and vomit accident log did not include the type of accident and did not state whether the fecal material was formed or loose.
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Recommendation:
Ensure a written or electronic record is made of all accidents involving fecal material or vomit. Ensure the record includes the name of the RWF, date and time of the accident, type of accident, response steps taken, and free residual halogen level and contact time reached during disinfection. For a fecal accident, ensure the record also includes whether the fecal material was formed or loose.
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Item No.:
10
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Site:
Recreational Water Facilities-Bather Loads
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Violation:
There was no documentation of the bather loads for each of the RWFs.
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Recommendation:
Maintain documentation on the maximum bather load for each RWF. Ensure the maximum bather load is based on the following factor: one person per five gallons (19 liters) per minute of recirculation flow.
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Item No.:
10
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Site:
Recreational Water Facilities-Whirlpool Antientrapment
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Violation:
The therapy pumps in the whirlpools had multiple suction fittings that were less than 3 feet apart and ASME compliant covers, but did not have safety vacuum release systems (SVRS) or automatic pump shut-off systems.
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Recommendation:
For RWFs with suction fittings and a single blockable drain or multiple drains (less than 3 feet apart), provide an ASME A112.19.8 compliant antientrapment/antientanglement drain cover and a safety vacuum release system or automatic pump shut-off system.
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Item No.:
10
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Site:
Recreational Water Facilities-Safety Signage
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Violation:
The safety signs for the swimming pools and whirlpool spas did not include the bather load number. Also, the hydropool safety sign did not include: do not use if you are experiencing diarrhea, vomiting, or fever, the bather load number, or a caution against elderly and children.
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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 #. 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.:
10
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Site:
Recreational Water Facilities-Shepherd's Hooks
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Violation:
The poles of the shepherd's hooks at the swimming pools had a telescoping material that needed to be used to reach the required length.
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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.:
20
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Site:
Buffet-Petty Officers' Mess
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Violation:
There were gaps leading to a void space between the four metal dispensing tubes and the protective black plastic nozzle of the counter-mounted juice dispenser.
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Recommendation:
Ensure multiuse food-contact surfaces are: (2) Free of breaks, open seams greater than 0.8 mm (1/32 inch), cracks, chips, inclusions, pits, and similar imperfections.
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Item No.:
20
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Site:
Galley-Sauce Station
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Violation:
Welded stainless steel extensions to the chutes of the two frying pans had gaps and crevices, making cleaning difficult.
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Recommendation:
Ensure multiuse food-contact surfaces are: (3) Free of sharp internal angles, corners, and crevices; (4) Finished to have smooth welds and joints.
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Item No.:
21
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Site:
Buffet-Petty Officers' Mess
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Violation:
The legs of the soda vending machine immediately adjacent to the buffet line were measured at less than 1/4 inch, making cleaning difficult under and around the machine.
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Recommendation:
Ensure 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.:
26
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Site:
Galley-Sauce Station
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Violation:
The gaps and crevices of the previously cleaned welded extensions of the frying pans were soiled with food debris.
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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.:
26
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Site:
Preparation Room-
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Violation:
Meat remnants soiled the fasteners holding the band saw tension pieces immediately above the power-wheel of the deck-mounted band saw. In addition, meat remnants soiled the removable band saw guard, above where the saw blade penetrates the table to cut. The saw was previously cleaned.
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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:
Buffet-Petty Officers' Mess
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Violation:
The supply tubes and black foam insulation from the juice concentrate of the counter-mounted juice dispenser were soiled with a sticky 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:
Food Service General-Decks
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Violation:
In numerous locations throughout the main galley, crew galley, lido galley, and some preparation pantries, the deck was worn and had recessed grout, making cleaning difficult.
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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:
Galley-Starboard
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Violation:
The light intensity was less than 110 lux around the deck-mounted ice machine immediately adjacent to the bulk milk dispenser.
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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:
Pantry-Explorations
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Violation:
The light intensity was less than 110 lux around the ice machine.
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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:
Galley-Garde Manger
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Violation:
The light intensity was less than 220 lux on the preparation counter surface above undercounter refrigerator 2.11A/B and at the preparation sink for salad washing.
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Recommendation:
Ensure the light intensity is at least 220 lux (20 foot candles) on food preparation surfaces, and at a distance of 75 centimeters (30 inches) above the deck in food preparation areas, handwashing facilities, warewashing areas, equipment, and utensil storage, pantries, toilet rooms, and consumer self-service areas.
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Item No.:
36
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Site:
Preparation Room-
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Violation:
The light intensity was less than 110 lux around the deck-mounted proofer.
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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:
Preparation Room-
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Violation:
The light intensity was less than 220 lux on the work surface of the deck-mounted band saw.
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Recommendation:
Ensure the light intensity is at least 220 lux (20 foot candles) on food preparation surfaces, and at a distance of 75 centimeters (30 inches) above the deck in food preparation areas, handwashing facilities, warewashing areas, equipment, and utensil storage, pantries, toilet rooms, and consumer self-service areas.
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Item No.:
40
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Site:
Integrated Pest Management-Active Surveillance Log
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Violation:
The active surveillance log did not include the follow-up inspection results when pests were observed.
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Recommendation:
When pests are noted during an inspection, ensure the log includes action taken and follow-up inspection results.
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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 procedures for informing passengers and crew of an outbreak were not in the written OPRP.
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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: (4) Procedures for informing passengers and crew members of the outbreak. Ensure this section also includes procedures for notification of passengers embarking the vessel following an outbreak voyage or segment of a voyage.
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Item No.:
42
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Site:
Children Area-Exclusion Policy
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Violation:
The written exclusion policy for when a child develops symptoms of an infectious illness while at the center was not posted at the entrance of the child activity center.
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Recommendation:
Ensure the child activity center has a written exclusion policy on procedures to be followed when a child develops symptoms of an infectious illness while at the center. Ensure the exclusion policy includes a requirement for written clearance from the medical staff before a child with symptoms of infectious illness can be allowed in the child activity center. Post the policy at the entrance of the child activity center.
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Item No.:
43
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Site:
Ventilation-Cleaning
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Violation:
Technical water was used for cleaning the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning distribution systems.
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Recommendation:
Use only potable water for cleaning HVAC distribution systems.
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