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Item No.:
08
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Site:
Potable Water-Disinfection Log
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Violation:
There was no documentation of free halogen residual levels for the new or replaced backflow prevention devices. The inspector did confirm that all backflow prevention devices are disinfected before installation. The crew stated they were unaware the residual values are required to be documented.
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Recommendation:
Document the free halogen residual level. Ensure records include a method of disinfection and concentration. Maintain documation for 12 months and ensure it is available for review during inspections.
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Item No.:
10
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Site:
Recreational Water Facilities-Shepherd's Hook Main Pool
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Violation:
The shepherd's hook was not easy to locate. The hook was hung above the beach access area of the pool, however, the color of the hook blended with the backsplash making it difficult to see.
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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.
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Item No.:
11
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Site:
Medical-Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) Surveillance Log
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Violation:
On 24 August 2023, a food employee had AGE onset symptoms at 0830 and did not report to medical until 1206. The Food & Beverage Questionnaire confirmed that the employee had lunch in the crew mess at 1100. Disciplinary actions were taken and retraining occurred for the employee.
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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.
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Item No.:
21
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Site:
Galley-World Cafe
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Violation:
Black residue was on the silicone sealant around the perimeter of the portside smoothie cold well. In addition, the silicone was peeling, which created a difficult to clean surface
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Recommendation:
Ensure nonfood contact equipment is maintained in good repair. Ensure 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:
Buffet-World Cafe
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Violation:
The silicone around several countertop cold wells and sinks was peeling.
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Recommendation:
Design and construct nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils to be durable and to retain their characteristic qualities under normal use conditions. Ensure nonfood contact equipment is maintained in good repair.
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Item No.:
27
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Site:
Galley-World Cafe
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Violation:
Black residue was on the silicone sealant around the perimeter of the portside smoothie cold well. In addition, the silicone was peeling, which created a difficult to clean surface.
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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:
Galley-World Cafe
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Violation:
Deck tile grouting throughout the galley was missing and/or was in disrepair.
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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.:
39
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Site:
Galley-World Cafe
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Violation:
One small fly was near the starboard smoothie cold well.
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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:
Pantry-Passenger Living Room
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Violation:
Three small flies were in the bar pantry.
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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:
Bar-Theater
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Violation:
One small fly was in the technical space under the handwashing sink.
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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.:
44
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Site:
Potable Water-Disinfection Log
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Violation:
There was no documentation of free halogen residual levels for the new or replaced backflow prevention devices. The inspector did confirm that all backflow prevention devices are disinfected before installation. The crew stated they were unaware the residual values are required to be documented.
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Recommendation:
Ensure the supervisor or person in charge of potable water operations on the vessel demonstrates to VSP?during inspections and on request-knowledge of potable water operations, is able to demonstrate this knowledge by compliance with Section 5 of the VSP 2018 Operations Manual or by responding correctly to the inspector?s questions as they relate to the specific operation, and properly trains employees to comply with Section 5 of the VSP 2018 Operations Manual as it relates to their assigned duties.
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