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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Preparation Room-Potato Peeler
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Violation:
The backflow preventer device on this piece of equipment was constantly leaking while in operation. This was reported as repaired during the inspection.
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Recommendation:
Maintain backflow prevention devices in good repair.
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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Potable Water-Garbage Room
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Violation:
In the garbage room, the backflow prevention device on the potable water hose used to fill cleaning buckets, was soiled and corroded. The device was removed and replaced during the inspection.
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Recommendation:
Maintain backflow prevention devices in good repair.
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Item No.:
11
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Site:
Medical-Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) Log
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Violation:
On 6 February 2018, a food service crewmember had several episodes of diarrhea and was considered a reportable case by the medical staff. The AGE log stated the symptom onset began at 19:00; however, the crew member did not report to medical until the following day at 09:11 on 7 February 2018. The crew member was not isolated at the proper time according to the reported symptom onset period. Additionally, the inspector noted the crew member went to work at 01:27 on the 7 February 2018, and worked until 03:53. Staff presented the inspector the formal letter of reprimand that was discussed with the crewmember.
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Recommendation:
When food employees meet the case definition for AGE, ensure the following actions are taken: (1) isolate in cabin or designated restricted area until symptom-free for a minimum of 48 hours; (2) follow-up with and receive approval by designated medical personnel before returning crew to work; (3) document date and time of last symptom and clearance to return to work. When nonfood employees meet the case definition for AGE, ensure the following actions are taken: (1) isolate in cabin or designated restricted area until symptom-free for a minimum of 24 hours; (2) follow-up with and receive approval by designated medical personnel before returning crew to work; (3) document the date and time of last symptom and clearance to return to work.
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Item No.:
19
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Site:
Medical-Infirmary
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Violation:
Six cases of water were stored on the deck in the doctor's office. Additionally, six cans of soda were stored on boxes filled with medical supplies inside the medical storage room. The inspector talked to staff about ideas to properly store water and soda.
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Recommendation:
Protect food from contamination by storing the food: (1) Covered or otherwise protected; (2) In a clean, dry location; (3) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (4) At least 15 centimeters (6 inches) above the deck.
Do not store foods: (1) In locker rooms; (2) In toilet rooms; (3) In dressing rooms; (4) In garbage rooms; (5) In mechanical rooms; (6) Under sewer lines that are not continuously sleeve welded; (7) Under leaking water lines, including leaking automatic fire sprinkler heads, or under lines on which water has condensed; (8) Under open stairwells; (9) Under other sources of contamination from nonfood items such as ice blocks, ice carvings and flowers; or (10) In areas not finished in accordance with 7.7.4 and 7.7.5 for food storage areas. Protect food from contamination that may result from a physical, chemical, biological origin.
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Item No.:
26
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Site:
Other-Bridge Refrigerator
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Violation:
The refrigerator on the bridge was soiled on the inside and outside with water and food crumbs. On the inside, the sidewalls, top and the glass shelves were soiled. On the outside, the top and sides were soiled. Water and soda was stored in the refrigerator at the time of the inspection, however no food was impacted.
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Recommendation:
Ensure food only contacts surfaces of equipment and utensils are cleaned and sanitized. 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:
Other-Bridge Refrigerator
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Violation:
The refrigerator on the bridge was soiled on the inside and outside with water and food crumbs. On the inside, the sidewalls, top and the glass shelves were soiled. On the outside, the top and sides were soiled. Water and soda was stored in the refrigerator at the time of the inspection, however no food was impacted.
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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.:
27
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Site:
Buffet-Port Beverage Station
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Violation:
What appeared to be potable water was constantly leaking from the rear side of the ice machine and was pooling on the counter-top next to the machine. The area was in service at the time of the inspection. No food was impacted.
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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.:
30
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Site:
Buffet-Aft Omelet Station
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Violation:
During breakfast service, there were no paper towels at the only handwash station for this cooking area.
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Recommendation:
Ensure each handwashing facility has a supply of hand-cleansing soap or detergent and a supply of single-service paper towels available.
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Item No.:
33
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Site:
Galley-Dishwash Area
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Violation:
The light fixture over the clean end of the conveyor-type machine contained water inside the housing, while the machine was in operation.
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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:
Galley-Soup Kitchen
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Violation:
The profile strip behind the far left kettle was in disrepair. t had a great deal of silicone on the surface and a large gap where it joined the bulkhead. Staff reported a welding repair work order is in place.
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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:
Provisions-Frozen Meat
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Violation:
A significant amount of frozen condensate was observed on the deckhead around and behind the two evaporative condenser units inside this walk-in freezer. No dripping occurred and no food was impacted.
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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.:
34
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Site:
Galley-Dishwash Area
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Violation:
The sprinkler head at the clean end of the potwash was constantly dripping water onto the deck while the dishwasher was in operation. There was not an obvious buildup of condensate or steam in the area. No clean dishes were impacted by the drip.
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Recommendation:
Ensure a plumbing system in a food area is maintained in good repair.
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Item No.:
34
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Site:
Buffet-Port Beverage Station
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Violation:
What appeared to be potable water was constantly leaking from the rear side of the ice machine and was pooling on the counter top next to the machine. The area was in service at the time of the inspection. No food was impacted.
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Recommendation:
Ensure a plumbing system in a food area is maintained in good repair.
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Item No.:
39
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Site:
Buffet-Aft Fresh Fruit
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Violation:
During breakfast service, when many passengers were present, 12 fruit flies were observed on the deckhead over the buffet area. No single source was identified.
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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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