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Item No.:
02
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Site:
Medical-Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE Log)
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Violation:
The Excel version of the AGE log did not include a 'Comments or Notes' column. (VSP 2025 Environmental Public Health Standards)
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Recommendation:
Complete all fields of the AGE surveillance log, even if entry is zero or nonapplicable. If a field is not completed, document the reason in the notes column (for example, a virtual consultation).
Ensure the log data is exported in an analyzable form (such as Microsoft Excel or Microsoft Access) in the exact order noted above. Ensure any additional data fields in the surveillance log are entered only outside of the form margins when exported.
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Item No.:
02
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Site:
Medical-Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE Log)
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Violation:
The documentation of follow-up actions for public vomit or diarrhea incidents did not include determining whether they met the definition of a reportable AGE case and assessing the need for isolation. (VSP 2025 Environmental Public Health Standards)
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Recommendation:
Maintain the following records on the vessel for 12 months and make them available for review by VSP during inspections and outbreak investigations: Documentation of follow-up actions for public vomit or diarrhea incidents, including determining whether identified individuals meet the definition of a reportable AGE case and assessing the need for isolation.
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Item No.:
06
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Site:
Potable Water-Legionella Sampling
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Violation:
The ship has not conducted Legionella sampling. Additionally, the ship's Water Safety Plan referenced the 2011 and 2018 versions of the VSP standards which did not have the new Legionella prevention controls. (VSP 2025 Environmental Public Health Standards)
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Recommendation:
Sample the potable water system for Legionella at least every 6 months. Ensure sample sites are representative of the potable water and RWF systems and number of samples depends on the size and complexity of the vessel.
Take follow-up actions when Legionella is detected based on the type of Legionella found, the concentration (for example in CFU/ml), and the extent of colonization. Actions can include (1) Review of the water management program; (2) Root cause analysis to understand possible reasons for Legionella growth; (3) Updates to the water management program if needed. Consider retesting fixtures or devices where Legionella was detected to confirm the effectiveness of the response and to determine if remediation is needed. For additional guidance, see ASHRAE Guideline 12, Appendix C5.
The Legionella sampling plan must include a selection of the following locations: (1) Potable water storage tanks; (2) Water heaters and hot water storage; (3) Hot water return lines; (4) Representative points of use in cabins, galleys, and recreational areas. Include a mix of fixture types (showers, sink faucets, tubs). Include potable water samples when temperatures are in the range favorable for Legionella growth (77?113F, 25?45C); (5) Decorative water features; (6) Misting systems; (7) Salon and pedicure devices; (8) Technical water sources with a risk of exposure via aerosolization to crew or passengers, such as deck washing.
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Item No.:
09
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Site:
Recreational Water Facilities-Goofy Pool
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Violation:
Some free chlorine residuals measurements were out of range for this in-use interactive recreational water facility (RWF). Free chlorine residuals sampled in the body of water measured 1.8 ppm, 1.8 ppm, and 6.2 ppm at the upper level body of water, and 2.7 ppm at the lower level body of water.
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Recommendation:
Maintain a free halogen residual in recirculated RWFs in the following ranges: Interactive RWFs (activity pools), between 2.0 and 5.0 mg/L (ppm). Immediately close RWFs not maintained within these halogen ranges.
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Item No.:
10
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Site:
Recreational Water Facilities-Goofy Pool Equipment Room
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Violation:
This interactive RWF had two levels and two analyzers. The lower level analyzer measured a free chlorine residual of 2.2 ppm while the manual test measured 2.6 ppm. The upper level analyzer measured 2.7 ppm while the manual test measured 3.5 ppm. The analyzers were recalibrated after these tests.
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Recommendation:
Ensure a test kit is available for measuring water quality parameters, including free and total halogen levels (chlorine and bromine, where applicable), pH, and total alkalinity. Ensure test kits are accurate to within 0.2 mg/L (ppm) for halogen and have a testing range of free halogen residual normally maintained in the RWF. Ensure test kits for pH are accurate to within 0.2. Ensure reagents have not expired.
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Item No.:
10
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Site:
Recreational Water Facilities-Whirlpools
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Violation:
The design for the ship's whirlpools did not include a skim gutter or any other source for effective skimming. Currently, a 1-inch PVC pipe rests three inches below the water level sensor cover and acts as an additional drain. The cruise line is in communication with VSP to find a solution.
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Recommendation:
For RWFs with skim gutters, ensure the water level reaches at least the skim gutter or overflow level for a portion of the pool perimeter to remove floating debris and the top portion of the pool water for treatment.
Install surface skimmers or gutters capable of handling 100% of the filter flow of the recirculation system.
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Item No.:
19
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Site:
Dining Room-Deck 12 - Concierge Lounge
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Violation:
Previously cleaned and sanitized plates out for passenger self-service were not covered on inverted.
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Recommendation:
During service, ensure the food-contact portion of each self-service food-dispensing utensil is covered or located beneath shielding. Ensure dishware, glassware, and utensils out for service are inverted or covered.
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Item No.:
19
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Site:
Galley-Deck 5 - Coco - Hot Galley
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Violation:
Two bins containing white powder removed from their original packaging were not labeled.
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Recommendation:
Ensure containers holding food or food ingredients removed from their original packages for use on the vessel, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar are identified with the common name of the food.
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Item No.:
20
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Site:
Buffet-Deck 3
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Violation:
Four slotted fasteners were on the food splash zone of the counter-mounted ice cream machine. This was corrected before the end of the inspection.
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Recommendation:
Use low profile, nonslotted, noncorroding, and easy-to-clean fasteners on food-contact surfaces and in splash zones. Prohibit the use of exposed slotted screws, Phillips head screws, or pop rivets in these areas.
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Item No.:
21
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Site:
Galley-Deck12 - Palo Steakhouse
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Violation:
The internal ambient air thermometer read 48F inside the upright refrigerator. The inspector's thermometer measured 46.4F. The unit's external temperature gauge registered 38-41F. Temperatures of two potentially hazardous foods measured within proper range.
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Recommendation:
Ensure ambient air temperature-measuring devices are maintained in good repair and are accurate within the intended range of use.
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Item No.:
21
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Site:
Galley-Deck 4 - Marvels
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Violation:
The deck-mounted mixer had old food debris encrusted in an open penetration. This was cleaned and the hole was closed before the end of the inspection.
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Recommendation:
Ensure nonfood-contact surfaces are free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and are designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance.
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Item No.:
21
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Site:
Buffet-Deck 11 - Marceline Market - Market Deli (Starboard)
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Violation:
Grout was rough and sharp on the underside of the service countertop on the worker side.
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Recommendation:
Ensure nonfood-contact surfaces are free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and are designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance.
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Item No.:
21
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Site:
Buffet-Deck 11 - Marceline Market - Chef's Corner (Starboard)
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Violation:
Grout was rough and sharp on the underside of the service countertop on the worker side.
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Recommendation:
Ensure nonfood-contact surfaces are free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and are designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance.
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Item No.:
22
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Site:
Galley-Deck 11 - Marceline Market
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Violation:
The curtains at the entrance into the flight-type dishwash machine were stained with a red substance.
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Recommendation:
Ensure warewashing machines, drainboards, and the compartments of sinks, basins, or other receptacles used for washing and rinsing equipment, utensils, or raw food, or laundering wiping cloths are cleaned: (1) Before use; (2) Throughout the day at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination and accumulation of debris and to ensure the equipment performs its intended function; (3) At least every 24 hours (if used).
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Item No.:
22
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Site:
Galley-Deck 11 - Marceline Market
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Violation:
The orange cables were soiled with dust inside the blower compartment of the rack-type glasswash machine.
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Recommendation:
Ensure warewashing machines, drainboards, and the compartments of sinks, basins, or other receptacles used for washing and rinsing equipment, utensils, or raw food, or laundering wiping cloths are cleaned: (1) Before use; (2) Throughout the day at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination and accumulation of debris and to ensure the equipment performs its intended function; (3) At least every 24 hours (if used).
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Item No.:
22
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Site:
Galley-Deck 3 - Dishwash
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Violation:
Food debris was in the upper spray arm of the hood-type dishwash machine.
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Recommendation:
Ensure warewashing machines, drainboards, and the compartments of sinks, basins, or other receptacles used for washing and rinsing equipment, utensils, or raw food, or laundering wiping cloths are cleaned: (1) Before use; (2) Throughout the day at a frequency necessary to prevent recontamination and accumulation of debris and to ensure the equipment performs its intended function; (3) At least every 24 hours (if used).
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Item No.:
22
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Site:
Galley-Deck 4 - Marvels
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Violation:
A large amount of soiled dishware accumulated on the soiled drop-off area where pre-soaking/scrapping occurred. This overwhelmed dishwashing operations and made the area difficult to remove food debris in the pulpers. The overhead spray hoses were not accessible. One of the two flight-type dishwash machines was not being used. Also, 10 stacks of soiled plates were directly in contact with the handwashing sink at the soiled side of the dishwash machine. Four crew members were working on the soiled side of the in-use dishwash machine.
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Recommendation:
Ensure drainboards, utensils, racks, or tables large enough to accommodate all soiled and cleaned items that may accumulate during hours of operation are provided for utensil holding before cleaning and after sanitizing.
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Item No.:
22
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Site:
Galley-Deck 5 - Coco
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Violation:
The three-compartment sink's wash compartment had an oily food residue on the water surface.
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Recommendation:
Ensure the wash, rinse, and sanitize solutions are kept clean.
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Item No.:
26
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Site:
Dining Room-Deck 3 - 1923 Portside Waiter Station
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Violation:
Two previously cleaned and sanitized spoons were soiled with encrusted 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.:
27
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Site:
Galley-Deck 4 - Marvels
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Violation:
The deck-mounted mixer had old food debris encrusted in an open penetration. This was cleaned and the hole was closed before the end of the inspection.
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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:
Galley-Deck 4 - Marvels
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Violation:
The handwashing sink at the soiled side of the dishwash machine was soiled with food debris. Also, 10 stacks of soiled plates were directly in contact with the sink.
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Recommendation:
Keep handwashing facilities clean and in good repair.
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Item No.:
33
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Site:
Galley-Deck 3 - 1923
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Violation:
Condensate collected on the deckhead above the clean side of the flight-type dishwash machine. No equipment 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.:
33
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Site:
Galley-Deck 5 - Coco
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Violation:
The deck was heavily soiled with liquid and food debris under the three-compartment sink.
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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:
Dining Room-Deck 3 - 1923 (Starboard Side)
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Violation:
More than a day's accumulation of dust was on the deckhead above the clean side of the middle waiter station. No eating or service utensils were impacted. This was corrected before the end of the inspection.
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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-Deck12 - Palo Steakhouse
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Violation:
The deckhead light covers above the deep fat fryer stations were cracked.
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Recommendation:
Ensure decks, bulkheads, and deckheads in food preparation, warewashing, pantries, and storage areas are maintained in good repair. Ensure light fixtures, vent covers, and similar equipment attached to the bulkheads or deckheads are easily cleanable.
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Item No.:
33
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Site:
Pantry-1 - Engineering Pantry
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Violation:
The deck and the drain under the espresso machine were soiled with coffee beans and grounds. Corrections started immediately.
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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.:
37
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Site:
Galley-Deck 3 - 1923
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Violation:
Condensate collected on the deckhead above the clean side of the flight-type dishwash machine. No equipment was impacted.
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Recommendation:
Ensure ventilation hood systems and devices operate effectively to prevent grease and condensate from collecting on the bulkheads and deckheads and to remove contaminants generated by equipment located under them.
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Item No.:
40
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Site:
Integrated Pest Management-Active Surveillance Log
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Violation:
On 25 and 26 July 2025, pests were reported; however, follow-up sightings inspections were not noted. According to the Integrated Pest Management (IPM) plan, follow-up inspections are to be conducted within one week of findings.
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Recommendation:
When pests are observed during an inspection, ensure the log includes action taken and follow-up inspection results.
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