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Majestic Princess CDC inspection score

Latest score, full inspection history and the violations CDC inspectors found on Majestic Princess.

Source: CDC public records
Data checked on October 31, 2026
Pass mark: 86 out of 100
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Princess CruisesInspected March 26, 2026

Latest CDC sanitation score

Passed

Majestic Princess scored 99 out of 100 in its latest CDC Vessel Sanitation Program inspection, on March 26, 2026. It passed: ships pass with 86 or more.

+6 vs previous inspection (93, Nov 25, 2025)

95.4average of the last 5 inspections

93lowest score (June 2023)

5inspections since 2023

0failed inspections

Inspection history of Majestic Princess

Every CDC inspection score on record for Majestic Princess: 5 inspections from June 1, 2023 to March 26, 2026, no perfect scores of 100 and no failed inspections.

All scores

Inspection date	Result	Report	Score
March 26, 2026	Passed	findings below	99
November 25, 2025	Passed	findings below	93
October 16, 2024	Passed	findings below	97
October 7, 2023	Passed		95
June 1, 2023	Passed		93

What the inspectors found

The full findings of the last 3 inspections, as written in the CDC reports. Each finding refers to an item of the CDC’s Vessel Sanitation Program standards; points are deducted by item, for a single significant violation or for a pattern of similar ones (CDC FAQ).

March 26, 2026

99Passed

23 findings · 1 point deducted

Points deducted (100 − 1 = 99):

−1 ptItem 33: Decks / bulkheads / deckheads construction, repair, clean

All 23 findings the inspectors wrote down, grouped by area of the ship. Findings with a red edge belong to an item that lost points; the others were noted without a deduction.

Food storage (provisions)10 findings

Item 19Deck 4 - Walk-in Freezer 15
A cardboard box of octopus had a buildup of ice around it attaching it to the back left corner bulkhead. The product was discarded before the end of the inspection.
Item 19Deck 3 - Beer and Soda
Water dripped from multiple locations on the deckhead onto cardboard cases of soda cans and carbonated water cans wrapped in plastic. There was no food impacted.
Item 27Deck 3- Fresh Fruits
Water pooled on the empty metal pallets below the dripping deckhead.
Item 33Deck 3 - Fresh Fruits
Water dripped from the deckhead in front of the deckhead light fixture near the third from the left condenser onto empty metal pallets below.
Item 33Deck 3 - Beer and Soda
Water dripped in multiple locations along the deckhead panel junctures in front of the condenser.
Item 33Deck 3 - Egg Defrost
Water dripped from the deckhead onto the deck to the left of the condenser. No food was impacted and water did not pool on the deck.
Item 33Deck 4 - Walk-in Freezer 15
The back left corner bulkhead had ice buildup around a cardboard box. This was immediately cleaned.
Item 33Deck 4 - Walk-in 25 Frozen Vegetable
Ice buildup was throughout the freezer. No food was impacted by the ice. The crew stated that this was a known issue and provided documentation of the work order.
Item 33Deck 4 - Walk-in 19 Frozen Meats
Ice had built up in the deckhead light fixture in front of the middle condenser. This was cleaned immediately.
Item 33Deck 4 - Walk-in 19 Frozen Meats
Water from an unknown source dripped onto the deck from the deckhead hatch near the entrance to the walk-in. Water did not pool on the deck.

Galleys (kitchens)4 findings

Item 21Deck 7: Ocean Terrace Sushi Bar Show Galley
A seam was on the countertop near the utility sink, creating a difficult to clean surface.
Item 26Deck 11: Bellbox
Dried food debris was on the food-contact surface of one previously cleaned and sanitized knife stored in the drawer under the counter-mounted freezer.
Item 33Deck 7: Catch by Rudi Show Galley
The two types of deckheads in the show galley, where food preparation occurs, were not stainless steel and were not smooth, durable, or easily cleanable. The deckhead above the preparation counters was perforated; however, there were stainless steel panels placed above the deckhead to close the holes. Additionally, the deckhead inside the show galley, but not over the food preparation area was constructed of a woven, flimsy material that was difficult to clean. Staff stated food preparation happens in this area, including cutting lettuce and assembling salads.
Item 38Deck 16: Pizzeria
Eight bar chairs were stored near the walk-in cooler. The chairs were removed.

Food preparation rooms2 findings

Item 27Deck 4
Water pooled on the countertop below the dripping deckhead hatch near the walk-in refrigerator.
Item 33Deck 4
Water dripped from a deckhead hatch onto the countertop below near the walk-in refrigerator.

Buffets6 findings

Item 16Deck 16: World Fresh Market Bistro Line
There was no asterisk on the cold smoked salmon placard reminding passengers to reference the consumer advisory, which was posted on a sign nearby.
Item 20Deck 16: Alfredo's Slice
A slotted fastener was on the food-contact surface of the pizza slicer.
Item 21Deck 16: World Fresh Market Bistro Line
Dried food debris accumulated in the leg supports of a removed juice machine. These were cleaned.
Item 21Deck 16: World Fresh Market Starboard Midship Beverage Station
The inside of the juice machine was scratched, creating a difficult to clean area.
Item 27Deck 16: World Fresh Market Pastry Line
Dried food debris accumulated in the leg supports of a removed juice machine. These were cleaned.
Item 36Deck 16: World Fresh Market Starboard International Line
The lighting was not operational and did not reach 220 lux in front of the upright refrigerators. Staff stated this had been previously reported, and this was corrected before the end of the inspection.

Food safety, general1 finding

Item 39Flies
Flies were seen in the following food-service areas: Deck 5 - Crew Galley - One fly near the deep fat fryers. Deck 5 - Officer Mess Pantry - One fly in the area. Deck 5 - Main Galley Garde Manger - Two flies in the area. Deck 6 - Main Galley Wine Cellar Portside - Two flies were in the area. Deck 7- Catch by Rudi Galley- One fly was near the counter-mounted oven.

November 25, 2025

93Passed

53 findings · 7 points deducted

Points deducted (100 − 7 = 93):

−3 ptsItem 39: IPM program effective; Approved pesticide application
−2 ptsItem 10: RWF maintenance, safety equipment
−1 ptItem 27: Equipment / utensils nonfood-contact surfaces clean
−1 ptItem 30: Hand cleanser, sanitary towels, waste receptacles, handwash signs; maintenance

Show all 53 findings

All 53 findings the inspectors wrote down, grouped by area of the ship. Findings with a red edge belong to an item that lost points; the others were noted without a deduction.

Galleys (kitchens)19 findings

Item 12Deck6 - Main Galley
The inspector observed six waiters open the ice machine, grab the scoop, and pour ice into glass cups without first washing their hands. The waiters entered from the dining room and proceeded straight to the galley beverage station.
Item 16Deck 5 - Hot Galley
Five trays of prime rib were stored in walk-in refrigerator #05.6.14. Three trays held fully cooked prime rib while two trays held prime rib that had been seared only. However, on the cooling log there was only one entry for prime rib prepared on 21 November 2025 with an internal temperature of 143°F.
Item 16Deck 6 - Crown Grille
A small container of cooked bacon with fatty ends was stored in an undercounter refrigerator with no discard label. The crew member who prepared the bacon was unaware that the item was a time/temperature control for safety food (TCS) item.
Item 20Deck 6 - Starboard Forward Beverage Station
Peeling aluminum foil covered the food splash zone of the expresso machine. The machine had been out of service for approximately one month and crew were unsure why someone had placed the aluminum foil on the machine.
Item 21Deck 5 - International Cafe
The door to the technical compartment under the crew handwashing station was damaged, which made the area difficult to clean.
Item 22Deck 6 -The Catch
Old food residue accumulated in crevices on the scrapping area table. The area had not been in use since the previous night.
Item 22Deck 16 - Warewash
When the inspector entered the area, at least six plastic cups were exiting the flight-type warewash machine sideways or upright filled with soiled water. Additionally, old food items were below the conveyor belt on the clean end of the machine.
Item 26Deck 16 - World Fresh Market - Ice Machine
A black substance accumulated inside the drain line and on the deflector panel. The crew took the machine out of service.
Item 27Deck 6 - Portside Warewash Forward
The outside of the food digester was soiled with food residue. The area had last operated the night before inspection.
Item 27Deck 5 - Garde Manger
Technical compartment under refrigerators (QB5000) was soiled with slimy black residue.
Item 28Deck 6 - Portside Warewash Aft
A bucket with 2 inches of stagnant water was stored upright on the deck beneath the strapping station, though no one could identify why. The warewashing area had last operated the night before inspection.
Item 29Deck 6 -The Catch
The door to the crew toilet room adjacent the galley was locked despite no one being the in the room. Crew were preparing food in the galley at the time of the inspection.
Item 30Deck 16 - World Fresh Market - Warewashing Station
Five handwashing stations had no paper towels in the towel dispensers.
Item 30Deck 6 - Main Galley
The hot galley area handwashing sink did not have paper towels in the dispenser. Additionally, there was a chunk of food debris on the sink drain.
Item 30Deck 16 - World Fresh Market - Toilet Room
The female toilet room did not self-close.
Item 30Deck 11 - Room Service
The unisex crew toilet room did not self-close.
Item 33Deck 5 - Sabatini's
An excessive amount of condensate leaked from the ventilation hood and deckhead juncture above the hood-type potwash machine. There was no condensate inside the hood, so it was unclear where the water was coming from.
Item 33Deck 5 - Sabatini's
Excessive condensate collected on the deckhead above the clean side of the flight-type warewash machine.
Item 34Warewash
The drain for the hood-type warewashing machine was clogged, causing approximately three inches of standing water to accumulate in the scupper.

Pools, hot tubs and water play areas6 findings

Item 10Whirlpool Cover Grates
The cover grates over the skim gutters of the Lap and Hollywood whirlpools showed accumulations of black debris.
Item 10Lap Pool and Plunge Pool Safety Signs
Safety signs were not positioned prominently enough to ensure visibility to bathers prior to pool entry. This issue was previously documented in the October 2024 inspection report. Although the ship’s corrective action statement indicated the signs had been relocated, additional documentation stated that no corrective action was necessary, suggesting that no action was taken.
Item 10Hollywood Pool Safety Sign
The safety sign was not placed in a location that allowed bathers to easily view it before entering the pool. Multiple entry points were available, but the sign was mounted on the wall farthest from the main entrance, where the primary step ladder and showers were located.
Item 10Crew Pool Safety Signs
The bather load information on both posted signs was covered by sticker labels.
Item 10Crew Pool Hook
The pole of the rescue or shepherd’s hook was not long enough to reach the center of the deepest portion of the pool from the side plus 0.6 meters (2 feet). Corrections started immediately.
Item 10Hydropool Safety Signs
Two safety signs had different bather loads, 5 and 10. Staff stated that 10 was the correct number.

Buffets13 findings

Item 14Deck 16 - World Fresh Market - International Line
One of the food handlers wore a diamond engagement ring while handling food on the buffet line.
Item 17Deck 16 - World Fresh Market - Bakery Line - Port Side
The bakery trolley did not have a time control label as outlined by the Time Control Plan for this food area.
Item 21Deck 16 - World Fresh Market - International Line
The sealant around the carving station's sneeze guard legs was in disrepair, which made the area difficult to clean.
Item 21Deck 16 - World Fresh Market - International Line - Port Side
The sealant around the carving station was in disrepair, which made the area difficult to clean.
Item 21Deck 16 - World Fresh Market - Waiter Beverage Station
Two cabinet doors were missing their handles and had exposed screws.
Item 27Deck 16 - World Fresh Market - Beverage Station - Starboard Side
Power cords under the juice machine were soiled with a heavy accumulation of dust.
Item 27Deck 16 - World Fresh Market - Starboard & Port Side
The wheels on three soiled area trolley carts were heavily soiled.
Item 27Deck 16 - World Fresh Market - International Line
Old food debris collected on the heating lamp over newly placed seafood curry on the service counter.
Item 30Deck 16 - World Fresh Market - Forward
One of the passenger handwashing sinks did not have soap in the soap dispenser.
Item 30Deck 16 - World Fresh Market - Port Side Aft
The passenger handwashing sink (left side) was not operational. When the inspector attempted to wash their hands, there was no running water. The crew were unaware the handwashing sink was not working.
Item 33Deck 16 - World Fresh Market
There were a total of six light fixtures that were not flush to the deckhead, which made the area difficult to clean. This was observed at the following locations: - Beverage Station Starboard Side (1) - International Line - Cold Line (2) - Asian Line Starboard Side (1) - Asian Line Port Side (2)
Item 33Deck 16 - World Fresh Market
A ventilation cover and deckhand panel over the Asian Line service counter were not flush against the deckhead, which made the area difficult to clean.
Item 33Deck 16 - World Fresh Market - International Line
The deck grouting underneath and around the deep fryer was chipping and in disrepair.

Food safety, general2 findings

Item 39Flies
Flies were found in the following areas: International Cafe crew side (1 fly); deck 5 main galley (2 flies); deck 5 main galley pastry trolley (1 fly); Symphony portside beverage station (1 fly); Alfredo's pizzeria (1 fly above food); and, crew warewash clean storage racks (1 fly).
Item 39Flies
There were a total of nine flies/insects observed in the following food areas: 1 fly Bistro Line Port Side Deck 16; 1 fly International Line Deck 16 ; 2 flies World Fresh Market Dirty Area Aft Starboard Side Deck 16 ; 1 fly World Fresh Market Beverage Station Port Side Deck 16 ; 1 fly Vista Lounge Pantry Deck 7 ; 1 fly Crown Grill Galley Deck 7 ; 1 dead insect Crown Grill Galley Deck 7; inside the light fixture above the combination oven.

Dining rooms3 findings

Item 26Deck 5 - Symphony
Two out of five plates were stacked wet nested and one closed milk carafe was wet inside. These items were stored on the portside beverage station's counter.
Item 27Deck 5 - Symphony
Dust covered the portable food warmer near the entrance to the galley.
Item 28Deck 5 - Symphony
Two out of five plates were stacked wet nested and one closed milk carafe was wet inside. These items were on stored on the portside beverage station's counter.

Pantries3 findings

Item 22Deck 8 - Trolley Wash 8301
There was a excessive accumulation of soiled food equipment with food debris on the deck underneath the dirty storage racks. Additionally, soiled food equipment was stored on top of an unnamed closet.
Item 22Deck 14
The undercounter warewashing machine was out of order.
Item 33Deck 8 - Trolley Wash 8301
There was a excessive accumulation of soiled food equipment on the deck underneath the dirty storage racks. Additionally, soiled food equipment was stored on top of an unnamed closet.

Bars2 findings

Item 14Deck 16 - Wake View Bar
One bartender wore three bracelets on her arm and one ring (that did not appear to be a smooth, plain ring).
Item 26Deck 6
The nozzle on the handheld soda dispenser was soiled with residue. The bar was last cleaned the night before the inspection.

Medical center2 findings

Item 02Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) Surveillance Log
The AGE log did not have a column for comments or notes. (2025 VSP Environmental Public Health Standards)
Item 02Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) Definition
A public vomiting incident was documented on 19 November 2025 at 1430. The individual involved was identified and received follow-up care from medical staff. Although notes indicated symptoms of vomiting and diarrhea, the case was not classified as an AGE reportable case.

Children’s areas1 finding

Item 42Deck 17 - Child Care Center
The protective padding around the jungle gym's legs were covered with duct tape. The duct tape was worn making the surface difficult to clean.

Other areas1 finding

Item 29Deck 5 - Candy Store
The food venue did not have a handwashing station. Crew stated they wore gloves while scooping candy from the bins. The nearest handwashing station was on the other side of the ship.

Drinking water1 finding

Item 08Deck 5: FSD 05.2.05 Thermal Equipment Room
The reduced pressure assembly protecting the hot water going to the spa area was continuously leaking. Corrections started immediately.

October 16, 2024

97Passed

55 findings · 3 points deducted

Points deducted (100 − 3 = 97):

−1 ptItem 32: Solid waste containers adequate, located, covered, disposal
−1 ptItem 33: Decks / bulkheads / deckheads construction, repair, clean
−1 ptItem 37: Rooms / equipment vented, humidity, condensation

Show all 55 findings

All 55 findings the inspectors wrote down, grouped by area of the ship. Findings with a red edge belong to an item that lost points; the others were noted without a deduction.

Galleys (kitchens)42 findings

Item 13Deck 5 - Potwashing Area, Center
The food digester, located adjacent to the dirty end of the potwashing area, was unable to maintain orange digested food waste inside the equipment. Orange food waste accumulated on the deck surface and metal housing of the food digester. A foul odor of food waste was present in the area. Workers were present in the area conducting potwashing. Staff identified the food digested was overloaded and caused a backup.
Item 16Deck 6 - Hot Line, Center
A container of Bolognese lasagna was incorrectly labeled with a date of preparation 15 October 2024 and a date of discard 21 October 2024. Staff identified the Bolognese sauce was prepared on 14 October 2024, and this date was not included into the 7-day date of discard. Staff initiated corrective action.
Item 18Deck 6 - Walk-In Refrigeration Unit # CR 06.6.14
A metal container of raw, ground-pork Italian sausage was stored directly over a container of whole shell eggs on a mobile cart. Staff identified these shell eggs were served cooked to order. Staff initiated corrective action.
Item 19Deck 5 - Walk-In Refrigeration Unit # 34
Two glass vases containing flowers were stored on the food-storage rack above a container of apples and a container of cut vegetables. Staff initiated corrective action.
Item 20Deck 5 - Starboard Bakery
The grouting between the marble preparation slabs was recessed and in disrepair, creating difficult-to-clean surfaces.
Item 21Deck 5 - Potwashing Area, Center
The food digester, located adjacent to the dirty end of the potwashing area, was unable to maintain orange digested food waste inside the equipment. Orange food waste accumulated on the deck surface and metal housing of the food digester. A foul odor of food waste was present in the area.
Item 21Deck 6 - Hot Line, Center
The silicone caulking surrounding the bottom left drawer of the flat-top grill was not attached, creating a difficult-to-clean surface. Greasy residue accumulated on this surface. Staff initiated corrective action.
Item 21Deck 7- Princess Live Cafe
Several holes were in the bottom shelf of the cabinet located across from the handwash sink. This made the shelf difficult to clean.
Item 22Deck 16- World Fresh Market
The glass wash was out of order since June 1. Staff reported the temperature probe was not working and a replacement part was expected by the end of October.
Item 22Deck 5 - Potwashing Area, Center
Water was observed dripping from bottom right and left sides of the front-opening potwashing machine and collected on the deck.
Item 22Deck 5 - Scullery
Liquid steadily dripped from the bottom of the exhaust compartment, located above the conveyor-type warewashing machine. Liquid pooled on the top of the machine below.
Item 22Deck 5 - International Cafe Warewashing Area
A discarded paper wrapper and food debris accumulated in the wash solution inside the rack-type warewashing machine. Staff initiated corrective action.
Item 23Deck 5 - International Cafe Warewashing Area
A discarded paper wrapper and food debris accumulated in the wash solution inside the rack-type warewashing machine. Staff initiated corrective action.
Item 23Deck 5 - Potwashing Area, Center
Following one cycle in the front-opening potwash machine, a piece of red food residue remained affixed to the food-contact surface of a metal pan. Staff initiated corrective action.
Item 26Deck 6 - Portside Ice Station, Center
A gray and black residue accumulated on the deflector panel inside the crushed ice machine. Black residue accumulated on an alcohol wipe when rubbed over the area. Staff initiated corrective action.
Item 27Deck 5 - Scullery
Liquid steadily dripped from the bottom of the exhaust compartment, located above the conveyor-type warewashing machine. Liquid pooled on the top of the machine below.
Item 27Deck 6 - Hot Line, Center
Greasy residue accumulated on surfaces where to silicone caulking detached from bottom left drawer of the flat-top grill.
Item 30Deck 5 - Starboard Bakery
The soap for the handwashing sink on the middle island was watered down and unable to form a lather. Staff initiated corrective action.
Item 32Deck 5 - Potwashing Area, Center
The food digester, located adjacent to the dirty end of the potwashing area, was unable to maintain orange digested food waste inside the equipment. Orange food waste accumulated on the deck surface and metal housing of the food digester. A foul odor of food waste was present in the area. Workers were present in the area conducting potwashing. Staff identified the food digested was overloaded and caused a backup.
Item 32Deck 6 - Portside Ice Station
A plastic wrapper with chocolate residue was discarded inside the uncovered waste receptacle for the handwashing sink. Staff initiated corrective action.
Item 33Deck 16- World Fresh Market
Excessive condensate dripped from the deckhead above the soiled side of the portside flight type dish machine.
Item 33Deck 6 - Portside Warewashing Area, Forward
The grouting between the deck tiles and metal deck underneath the conveyor-type warewashing machine was in disrepair and recessed. Water and brown debris accumulated in recessed surfaces.
Item 33Deck 5 - Potwashing Area, Center
The food digester, located adjacent to the dirty end of the potwashing area, was unable to maintain orange digested food waste inside the equipment. Orange food waste accumulated on the deck surface and metal housing of the food digester. A foul odor of food waste was present in the area.
Item 33Deck 6 - Starboard Chemical Station, Aft
The grouting between the deck tiles in front of the chemical locker was recessed and in disrepair. Brown slimy residue accumulated inside recessed surfaces.
Item 33Deck 6 - Portside Satellite Pastry Area
Water pooled on the deck adjacent to the drain line of the handwashing sink. The drain line was not directed towards the scupper.
Item 33Deck 6 - Starboard Warewashing Area, Forward
Condensate dripped from the bulkhead and deckhead onto the deck below due to insufficient ventilation at the soiled end of the conveyor-type warewashing machine.
Item 33Deck 6 - Portside Warewashing Area, Aft
Water collected on the deck and bulkhead due to a disrepair in the utility sink. Water spewed from the juncture of the sink faucet and water supply line when activated. Staff initiated corrective action.
Item 33Deck 5 - International Cafe Show Galley
The grouting between the deck tiles at the rear employee service area was recessed and in disrepair. Liquid and debris accumulated in areas of recess.
Item 33Deck 5 - Portside Fire Equipment Technical Compartment
An inch and a half of liquid accumulated at the bottom of the technical compartment for the fire hose. Staff initiated corrective action.
Item 34Deck 6 - Portside Satellite Pastry Area
The drainline for the handwashing sink was not directed towards the scupper, causing water to pool on the deck.
Item 34Deck 16- World Fresh Market
The pre-wash spray hose was continuously dripping.
Item 34Deck 6 - Portside Warewashing Area, Aft
Water steadily dripped from the juncture between the utility sink faucet and the water supply line. When activated, water spewed from this juncture and collected on the deck and bulkhead. Staff initiated corrective action.
Item 35Deck 5 - Potwashing Area, Center
Water dripped from the bottom right and left sides of the front-opening potwashing machine that was not directed towards the drain. Water pooled on the deck below.
Item 36Deck 6 - Starboard Warewashing Area, Forward
The light intensity along the rear of the conveyor-type warewashing measured less than 110 lux. Both bulbs inside the light fixture were burned out.
Item 37Deck 6 - Starboard Warewashing Area, Forward
The ventilation at the soiled end of the conveyor-type warewashing machine was not sufficient to prevent steam from escaping the hood and collecting on the deckhead and bulkhead as condensate. Condensate was observed dripping from the deckhead and bulkheads in locations over 1 meter outside of the ventilation hood.
Item 37Deck 16- World Fresh Market
Excessive condensate dripped from the deckhead above the soiled side of the portside flight type dish machine. Staff stated the ventilation for the area had been turned off.
Item 37Deck 5 - Scullery
Liquid steadily dripped from the bottom of the exhaust compartment, located above the conveyor-type warewashing machine. Liquid pooled on the top of the machine below.
Item 38Deck 16- Bellbox
A box containing sunscreen, aloe, medication, and personal hygiene products was stored in the bottom of the wine storage cabinet. The box was relocated.
Item 39Deck 6 - Portside Warewashing Area, Forward
One fruit fly flew around the red waste receptacle, located at the dirty end of the conveyor-type warewashing machine.
Item 39Deck 7- Princess Live Cafe Storage Room
One live fly was resting on the deckhead.
Item 39Deck 6 - Starboard Warewashing Area, Forward
One fruit fly was flying near crates of soiled glassware.
Item 39Deck 5 - Potwashing Area, Center
One fruit fly was flying around orange food waste accumulated on the deck due to an overloaded food digester.

Other areas2 findings

Item 28I95 Luggage Rack Storage Area
One and a half pallets of single use cups were stored under a deckhead with exposed technical lines and ducts.
Item 33I95 Luggage Rack Storage Area
One and a half pallets of single use cups were stored under a deckhead with exposed technical lines and ducts.

Food preparation rooms4 findings

Item 19Deck 4- Vegetable Preparation
A plastic bag was placed over the top of the in-use potato peeler, with water from inside the peeler splashing into it and then back into the peeler. During the inspection, it could not be verified that the plastic bag was made of food-safe material and that it was not a garbage bag.
Item 20Deck 4- Vegetable Preparation
A plastic bag was placed over the top of the in-use potato peeler, with water from inside the peeler splashing into it and then back into the peeler. During the inspection, it could not be verified that the plastic bag was made of food-safe material and that it was not a garbage bag.
Item 22Deck 4- Vegetable Prep Undercounter Warewash
Food equipment was stacked on a rack in a manner that did not allow items to be properly cleaned and sanitized. The rack was reloaded and the equipment was rewashed.
Item 26Deck 4- Vegetable Prep
A plastic bag was placed over the top of the in-use potato peeler, with water from inside the peeler splashing into it and then back into the peeler. During the inspection, it could not be verified that the plastic bag was made of food-safe material and that it was not a garbage bag.

Pools, hot tubs and water play areas3 findings

Item *Crew Pool
The two antientrapment drain covers were cracked. The facility was netted and closed. Crew were in the process of reopening the pool after the Alaska season when it was closed.
Item 10Flotation Devices
Several ropes for flotation devices were tied too tightly to be useful in an emergency and/or tied to the hanger including at the Hollywood Pool and Lap Pool. One device at the Hollywood Pool was not placed in a prominent location; it was blocked by a potted plant.
Item 10Safety Signs
The location of the Plunge Pool and Lap Pool safety signs made them difficult to read prior to entering the facilities. The Plunge Pool sign directed users to shower before entering the pool; however the showers were inside the pool perimeter. One of the several signs at the Hollywood Pool stated 'All bathers are kindly requested to shower before entering the pool' indicating a request instead of requirement.

Drinking water2 findings

Item 08Engine Room - Evaporator 1
The reduced pressure backflow prevention device on the distillate line connecting to the distillate tank was continuously dripping.
Item 08Spa Thermal Equipment Room- FSD 05.2.05
The water lines serving the spa showers were stripped blue after the two reduced pressure backflow prevention devices.

Buffets1 finding

Item 16Deck 16- World Fresh Market Bakery/Coffee Station
A tray was labeled with a green time control sticker, and the seven cartons of milk on top of the tray were labeled with red time control stickers.

Pantries1 finding

Item 26Accommodation 9607
The ice bin was soiled with a small amount of black debris on the underside of the ice chute. Corrective action started immediately.

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