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MSC World America CDC inspection score

Latest score, full inspection history and the violations CDC inspectors found on MSC World America.

Source: CDC public records
Data checked on October 31, 2026
Pass mark: 86 out of 100
Independent site, not the CDC

MSC Cruise ManagementInspected June 30, 2026

Latest CDC sanitation score

Passed

MSC World America scored 95 out of 100 in its latest CDC Vessel Sanitation Program inspection, on June 30, 2026. It passed: ships pass with 86 or more.

±0 vs previous inspection (95, Oct 25, 2025)

95.7average of the last 3 inspections

95lowest score (October 2025)

3inspections since 2025

0failed inspections

Inspection history of MSC World America

Every CDC inspection score on record for MSC World America: 3 inspections from May 3, 2025 to June 30, 2026, no perfect scores of 100 and no failed inspections.

All scores

Inspection date	Result	Report	Score
June 30, 2026	Passed	findings below	95
October 25, 2025	Passed	findings below	95
May 3, 2025	Passed	findings below	97

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).

June 30, 2026

95Passed

42 findings · 5 points deducted

Points deducted (100 − 5 = 95):

−3 ptsItem 26: Food-contact surfaces equipment / utensils clean; Safe
−2 ptsItem 44: Person in charge; Knowledge

All 42 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.

Buffets10 findings

Item 19Deck 18 - La Boca
No self-service tongs were available for two trays in the 3-rack vertical bread self-service display. One passenger was observed using their hand to take a piece of cornbread.
Item 19Deck 18 - Il Mercato
During lunch service, there were no self service tongs available for apples and cheese out for self-service.
Item 21Deck 18 - La Boca
Seams around countertop junctures with cold wells, hot plates, and where counters met the stainless-steel undercounter cabinets made the areas difficult to clean.
Item 26Deck 18 - Il Mercato - Starboard Beverage Station
An accumulation of old coffee soil of more than a day's accumulation was on the underside of the espresso machine's dispensing head.
Item 26Deck 18 - Il Mercato - Starboard Mid Beverage Station
Yellowish white buildup was scrapped from the inside of the two of the juice dispenser nozzles. Staff reported they do not brush or remove the nozzles for cleaning, they only rely on a self cleaning cycle. Additionally, more than a day's accumulation of beverage splash was on the underside of the ice/water dispenser and the internal sides of the gray plastic dispensing cover.
Item 26Deck 18 - Il Mercato Port Forward Beverage Station
An accumulation of old juice soil of more than a day's accumulation was on the underside of the juice machine's dispensing head.
Item 27Deck 18 - La Boca
Seams around countertop junctures with cold wells, hot plates, and on the underside of counters where they met the stainless steel undercounter cabinets had more than a day's accumulation of food soil.
Item 27Deck 18 - La Boca
Water was dripping from a deckhead seam above the front pizza service counter and landed on the passenger side sneeze shield.
Item 31Deck 20 - Harbor Bites
A spray bottle of chemical disinfectant was stored inside the worker side of the food area. This was relocated.
Item 33Deck 18 - La Boca
Water was dripping from a deckhead seam above the front pizza service counter.

Galleys (kitchens)21 findings

Item 14Deck 5 - Main Galley - Pantry
A food employee was actively preparing food with a gold ring that was not a smooth band. This was corrected immediately.
Item 16Deck 8 Eataly
A pan of brussel sprouts, cut chicory, and three pans of mashed potatoes had preparation and discard labels that stated 27 June 2026 - 01 June 2026. Crew confirmed the 01 June 2026 was a mistake.
Item 16Deck 21 - Yacht Club
The room service menu did not have asterisks and a consumer advisory for the food items that could be served raw or undercooked.
Item 18Deck 5 - Crew Galley
Containers of uncooked chicken and beef were stored above uncooked fish inside of the reach-in refrigerator. This was corrected immediately.
Item 21Deck 18 - Il Mercato Dishwashing
Brine line insulation for both dishwashing machines was in poor repair in a few areas.
Item 22Deck 18 - Il Mercato Dishwashing
The curtains on the soiled entrance of both flight-type dishwash machines were stiff and coiled.
Item 22Deck 5 - Starboard Side Warewashing
Two final rinse spray nozzles of the flight-type warewashing machine were obstructed. This was corrected immediately.
Item 22Deck 5 - Port Side Warewashing
The flight-type warewashing machine wash compartment curtain was curled causing excess steam to escape.
Item 22Deck 19 - Dishwashing
The soiled side entrance curtains of the flight-type dishwash machine were stiff and coiled. This was corrected.
Item 24Deck 21 - Yacht Club
The temperature of the sanitizer solution in the three compartment sink was measured at 73°F.
Item 26Deck 21 - Yacht Club
An accumulation of old coffee soil of more than a day's accumulation was on the underside of the espresso machine's dispensing head.
Item 26Deck 12 - Room Service
An accumulation of old coffee soil of more than a day's accumulation was on the underside of the espresso machine's dispensing head.
Item 27Deck 18 - Il Mercato Dishwashing
Water was steadily dripping from the air exhaust trunk of the port side flight-type dishwash machine and pooled on the top surface of the soiled side of the machine.
Item 28Deck 5 - Starboard Side Warewashing
Three previously cleaned and sanitized white plates on the clean storage trolley had water pooled on the food-contact surface.
Item 30Deck 18 - La Boca
No single-service paper towels were available at the handwashing sink near the entrance to the buffet.
Item 33Deck 5 - Port Side Warewashing
Condensate collected on the deckhead ventilation hood above the flight-type warewashing machine.
Item 33Deck 8 Eataly Glasswash Machine
An excessive amount of condensate collected on the deckhead exhaust vent on the soiled side.
Item 36Deck 7 - Kaito
The light intensity behind the counter-mounted coffee machine measured less than 110 lux. This was corrected immediately.
Item 37Deck 5 - Port Side Warewashing
Condensate collected on the deckhead ventilation hood above the flight-type warewashing machine.
Item 37Deck 8 Eataly Glasswash Machine
The exhaust was insufficient in this area which created a significant amount of steam.
Item 37Deck 18 - Il Mercato Dishwashing
Water was steadily dripping from the air exhaust trunk of the port side flight-type dishwash machine and pooled on the top surface of the soiled side of the machine.

Bars5 findings

Item 21Deck 18 - La Perla
Seams were present around countertop junctures with cold wells, hot plates, and on the underside of counters where they met the stainless steel undercounter cabinets making the areas difficult to clean.
Item 24Deck 6 - Dolce Vita
The chlorine solution in the sanitizing container adjacent to the counter-mounted coffee machine measured 25 ppm. This was corrected immediately.
Item 26Deck 18 - La Perla
Brown dried residue was on the underside of the three slushy dispensing nozzles in the food splash area. Additionally, two of the white plastic dispensing chutes were soiled with old food debris. The machine was previously cleaned and not in operation.
Item 27Deck 18 - La Perla
Seams around countertop junctures with cold wells, hot plates, and on the underside of counters where they met the stainless steel undercounter cabinets had more than a day's accumulation of food soil.
Item 28Deck 18 - La Perla
Approximately 15 souvenir plastic cups were stored on the back bar counter upright and unprotected.

Housekeeping2 findings

Item 10Heated Jetted Tubs
The disinfection log for the heated-jetted tub located in cabin 16258 indicated that the tub had not been disinfected on 5 April 2026 because the guest refused. Per the passenger contract it states 'passengers agree to daily cleaning and disinfection for the heated jetted tubs.' There were no additional comments on the documents.
Item 44Public Vomit/Diarrhea Incidents
Since 31 May 2026, 31 of 63 incidents were listed as unknown, despite being in public areas. After previous inspection where a similar item was found, crew underwent training to better identify passengers during public vomit/diarrhea incidents. When the inspector asked what was done to identify the unknown persons, the crew could not provide an adequate response.

Pantries2 findings

Item 27Deck 8 - All Star Sports Bar
White residue was on the nonfood-contact surface of a previously cleaned and sanitized plate.
Item 28Deck 8 - All Star Sports Bar
A bundle of straws wrapped in plastic were stored with clean dishes on the clean storage wrap.

Medical center1 finding

Item 11Food Worker Risk Assessment
During voyage AM35, a food worker developed symptoms of acute gastroenteritis while on duty on 24 June 2026 at 1600. The food worker was isolated in the medical center shortly after symptom onset and determined to be an AGE case, however; the food worker risk assessment was not completed.

Food storage (provisions)1 finding

Item 39Beverage Walk-In Refrigerator
One fly was around the food storage rack.

October 25, 2025

95Passed

65 findings · 5 points deducted

Points deducted (100 − 5 = 95):

−2 ptsItem 19: Food protected storage, preparation, display, service, transportation; Original containers, labeling; Food handling minimized; In-use food dispensing, preparation utensils stored
−2 ptsItem 28: Equipment / utensil / linen / single / service storage, handling, dispensed; Clean frequency
−1 ptItem 33: Decks / bulkheads / deckheads construction, repair, clean

Show all 65 findings

All 65 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.

Other areas11 findings

Item 13Deck 7 - F&B Locker Adjacent to Kaito Sushi Dining
Unwrapped and unprotected food, food equipment, and utensils were stored in a locker with an unfinished deckhead, soft bulkheads, and exposed wires, pipes, and ducts. The room was overwhelmed with equipment that the door could only partially open. Additionally, the deck was soiled.
Item 19Deck 7 - F&B Locker Adjacent to Kaito Sushi Dining
Food was stored in a locker with an unfinished deckhead, soft bulkhead, and exposed wires, pipes, and ducts. Items included: -An open package of espresso beans stored on shelving -Several containers of sugar and sweetener packets stored on shelving -Two cases of water stored on a deck stand -One case of water stored directly on the soiled deck.
Item 27Deck 18 Main Pool (Starboard Side)
A previously cleaned and sanitized plastic mobile ice bin contained standing water inside.
Item 27Deck 18 Main Pool (Portside)
The previously cleaned and covered mobile tiki bar countertop was sticky, a hair tie was on the counter, and old sliced fruit was on the deck under the bar. Additionally, a collapsible table stored next to the mobile tiki bar was covered by a soiled stretchy fabric cloth. Staff stated this table was used to set out bar glasses.
Item 28Deck 7 - F&B Locker Adjacent to Kaito Sushi Dining
Food equipment and utensils were stored in a locker with an unfinished deckhead, soft bulkhead, and exposed wires, pipes, and ducts. Items included: -A vacuum stored on top of several racks of glasses. -Three serving trays, four waiter trays, and a stack of two hotel pans stored directly on the deck. -A partially wrapped dishwash rack containing wet bottles stored directly on the deck. -An unwrapped stand mixer was stored on top of bins. -Several containers of unwrapped or partially wrapped miscellaneous food-contact equipment were stored on other items. -More than 10 unwrapped dish racks full of bowls and other food service equipment were stored stacked. -More than 25 unwrapped hotel pans, pots, and metal bowls were stored on top of other bins.
Item 28Deck 18 Main Pool (Portside)
A mobile tiki bar was stored under a non-solid, canvas deckhead by the pool.
Item 28Deck 18 Main Pool (Starboard Side)
Three plastic mobile bins for ice and canned beverages were stored under a non-solid, canvas deckhead. The interior of one bin contained standing water and an ice scoop.
Item 29Deck 18 Main Pool (Portside)
The mobile tiki bar did not have an accessible handwashing station nearby. Staff stated this bar served canned beverages and mixed drinks onsite.
Item 32Garbage Room Large Cold Store
Two deckhead plugs were missing near the entrance to the room which created penetrations in the deckhead to the plenum.
Item 33Deck 18 Main Pool (Portside)
A mobile tiki bar was stored under a non-solid, canvas deckhead by the pool. Additionally, the deck below the bar was soiled with old sliced fruit.
Item 33Deck 7 - F&B Locker Adjacent to Kaito Sushi Dining
The locker was constructed with an unfinished deckhead, soft bulkheads, and exposed wires, pipes, and ducts. The room was overwhelmed with equipment that the door could only partially open. Several unwrapped and unprotected food service items and food were stored in this unfinished room. Additionally, the deck was soiled.

Galleys (kitchens)30 findings

Item 14Deck 5 - Garde Manger
The chef preparing canapes wore a cloth bracelet that was exposed outside of the protective glove.
Item 15Deck 7 - Kaito Sushi Show Galley
White, mold-like residue soiled a cucumber stored with other vegetables in the undercounter refrigerated drawer. The production date was the day prior to inspection. Crew discarded the cucumber.
Item 16Deck 5 - Portside Hot Preparation Area
One plastic bag of hash browns identified with a yellow 4-hour discard label was stored inside undercounter time control unit #05613515 thirty minutes after the identified service period ended. The area was not in service.
Item 17Deck 5 - Pastry Area Walk-In Refrigeration Unit # 547
There was no entry on the cooling log for the 10 trays of crema catalana prepared on 24 October 2025. The internal temperature measured less than 41°F.
Item 17Deck 6 - Pizza & Burger Pantry
Mobile trolley #1 was identified as a time control unit; however, the unit was not listed on the posted time control plan.
Item 19Deck 5 - Garde Manger Walk-In Freezer #556
A layer of ice accumulated on the outside of two, plastic vacuum-sealed packages of smoked salmon. Additionally, ice accumulated around a container of wrapped butter inside a metal pan.
Item 21Deck 5 - Hot Preparation Area
Liquid steadily dripped from the bottom of the left steam oven and pooled on the deck below.
Item 21Deck 5 - Pastry Area
The plastic adhesive coating on the pastry trolley's handle was peeling, creating a difficult to clean surface.
Item 22Deck 19 - La Brasserie
The solution in the sanitizing bucket was cloudy and soiled with food debris. A wiping cloth was stored in the bucket. Crew began corrective action immediately.
Item 22Deck 5 - Hot Preparation Area
The sanitizing solution inside the bucket was cloudy and lined with an oily film.
Item 25Deck 5 - Hot Preparation Area
A wiping cloth was stored inside a cloudy sanitizing solution lined in an oily film.
Item 25Deck 19 - La Brasserie
A wiping cloth was stored in the sanitizing bucket with a cloudy solution and soiled with food debris.
Item 26Deck 5 - Starboard Hot Line
Five previously cleaned and sanitized appetizer bowls were stored stacked inside the starboard undercounter storage compartment with beige residue on the food-contact surfaces.
Item 26Deck 6 - Bubbles Portside Pantry
Food-contact surfaces inside the previously cleaned and sanitized hot milk container were soiled with a white residue. This area was not in service.
Item 27Deck 19 La Brasserie, Portside Galley
Excessive condensate collected on the deckhead ventilation hood above the in-use tilting kettle. The condensate dripped on the kettle's closed lid.
Item 27Deck 5 - Portside Preparation Area
Water pooled on the bottom of the technical compartment above reach-in refrigeration unit #0560858 from a dripping chilled water line.
Item 28Deck 5 - Portside Hot Line
Seven previously cleaned and sanitized appetizer bowls were stored upright and wet inside the portside undercounter storage cabinet. Water dripped from the bowl surfaces when removed from the stacks.
Item 28Deck 5 - Starboard Hot Line
Fourteen previously cleaned and sanitized appetizer bowls were stored stacked upright inside the starboard undercounter storage cabinet with approximately 1/4 inch of water pooled inside the bottom of the bowls.
Item 29Deck 19 La Brasserie, Portside Galley
The water temperature measured 124°F at the handwashing sink outside of the preparation area. The user could not adjust the temperature.
Item 29Deck 7 - Kaito Sushi Show Galley
The handwashing sink's water temperature measured 126°F. The user could not adjust the temperature. The area was not in operation.
Item 29Deck 5 - Portside Hot Preparation Area
The handwashing sink's water temperature measured 129°F. The user could not adjust the temperature.
Item 29Deck 5 - Potwash Area
The water temperature measured 125°F at the handwashing sink near the clean end of the potwash area. The user could not adjust the temperature.
Item 30Deck 6 - Pizza & Burger Pantry
The sensor-activated handwashing sink at the pantry entrance delivered water for five seconds then would stop for approximately one second. The user would then have to reactivate the sink. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 30Deck 20 Yacht Club
Handwashing station #2020865 did not have any hand soap available. The area was in operation.
Item 33Deck 5 - Garde Manger Walk-In Freezer #556
A layer of ice accumulated on the deck, deckhead, and inside the bottom of the deckhead-mounted light fixtures.
Item 33Deck 5 - Hot Preparation Area
Liquid pooled on the deck underneath a steady drip from the bottom of the left steam oven.
Item 36Deck 5 - Pastry Area
The light intensity measured less than 220 lux at the clean area storage rack.
Item 37Deck 19 La Brasserie, Portside Galley
Excessive condensate collected on the deckhead ventilation hood above the in-use tilting kettle. The condensate dripped on the kettle's closed lid.
Item 38Deck 7 - Butcher's Cut
The counter-mounted juice machine was unnecessary for the operation. It was installed during original construction and is not used for operations. Crew removed the machine.
Item 38Deck 7 - Hola Tacos Show Display Window
The three-drawer hot holding unit was unnecessary for the operation. It was installed during construction and never used for operation as a hot holding unit. The unit could not power on, so it was being used to store napkins. Additionally, a reusable shopping bag was stored under the bottom drawer.

Buffets8 findings

Item *Deck 6 - Pizza & Burger
The location of passenger handwashing stations at the entrance to the self-service buffet did not promote handwashing of all passengers. The buffet line had numerous routes of access that allowed passengers to potentially bypass the handwashing station positioned to the right of the buffet line. There was no crowd control or stanchions to ensure passenger flow passed the handwashing station prior to accessing the buffet.
Item 13Deck 18 - Il Mercato
Crew were unfamiliar with the freestyle multi-flow machines and how the ice machine functioned. Crew were not sure if ice was stored in the upper bins of the units or in another location. Crew did not have a procedure for cleaning and sanitizing the machine and ice bin, and it was not clear if crew or the manufacturer completed these tasks.
Item 19Deck 18 Il Mercato, Starboard Desserts Station
The self-service utensils were stored on plates in front of the food and outside the sneeze guard protection.
Item 19Deck 18 Il Mercato, Starboard Ice Cream Station
The base of the ice cream cone was not covered by the dispenser and was unprotected.
Item 19Deck 8 - Sweet Temptations Gelato Station
The gelato scoops were stored in stagnant water that measured 74°F.
Item 28Deck 18 Il Mercato, Starboard Forward Beverage Station
Previously cleaned and sanitized glasses stored next to the self-service passenger beverage station were splashed by the water dispenser.
Item 33Deck 18 - Il Mercato
The deck drain under the portside freestyle multi-flow machines was soiled with excessive thick sludge that did not drain to the gray water tank.
Item 38Deck 19 La Brasserie, Portside Waiter Station
A wet mop was stored inside a dry wash bucket and not in a position to allow for air drying.

Food storage (provisions)4 findings

Item 19Deck 4 - Fruit Room # 427
Water pooled on top of 20, 1-liter cardboard containers of lactose-free whipping cream stored on a shelf. The water source could not be identified.
Item 19Deck 4 - Fruit Room # 427
One eaten plum core was discarded inside a cardboard box with three watermelons.
Item 19Deck 4 - Fruit Room # 427
Water collected on top of five, 1-liter cardboard packages of panna cotta stored on a shelf underneath a dripping deckhead hatch.
Item 33Deck 4 - Fruit Room # 427
Water steadily dripped from the deckhead hatch in front of the evaporative condenser unit and pooled on boxes of panna cotta stored below. The source of the drip could not be identified.

Bars2 findings

Item 21Deck 8 - Paxos Coffee Station
A printer stored in the undercounter cabinet prevented the cabinet door from closing. This created a difficult to clean area. Crew removed the printer.
Item 26Deck 18 - Il Mercato
Pink residue soiled the drinking fountain nozzle. Crew began cleaning the area.

Children’s areas2 findings

Item 42Deck 19
The bathroom toilet for children under 3 years old measured 15 inches high. All three bathroom toilets for 3-6 years old measured 14 inches high.
Item 42Deck 19
The handwashing sink outside the toilet room measured 27 inches high in the area for children 3-6 years old.

Dining rooms1 finding

Item 16Deck 8 Eataly
The consumer advisory was only on the last page of a lengthy book-like menu.

Food safety, general1 finding

Item 39Integrated Pest Management
Pest were observed in the following food service locations: Deck 20 – Yacht Club Galley: One housefly was inside the galley. Deck 18 – Il Mercato Starboard Cold Cut Buffet: One housefly was on the counter. Deck 5 – Crew Galley Preparation Area: One housefly flew around the aft preparation counter. Deck 5 – Crew Buffet Aft Coffee Station: One housefly flew around the milk dispenser. Deck 3 – Vegetable Preparation Room # 248: One housefly flew in the corner next to the potato peeler.

Housekeeping1 finding

Item 44Public Vomit/Diarrhea Incidents
Over the last five months, 26 public vomit/diarrhea incidents occurred; however, only four of those incidents identified the passenger. Incidents occurred in dining rooms and buffets where crew members were present.

Pest control1 finding

Item 40Rat Guards
The rat guards on the two reverse forward mooring lines did not completely surround the lines. Crew initiated corrective action.

Medical center1 finding

Item 02Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) Surveillance Log
The AGE surveillance log did not include a 'Comments or Notes' column. (VSP 2025 Environmental Public Health Standards)

Drinking water1 finding

Item 06Legionella Sampling
Legionella samples for potable water collected in May 2025 did not include a selection of potable water storage tanks, salon and pedicure devices, or technical water sources with a risk of exposure via aerosolization. Staff provided a list of November 2025 Legionella sampling locations, which included all the required locations. Additionally, the spa pools, whirlpool spas, and heated jetted tubs were last sampled in May 2025, and not every three months. (VSP 2025 Environmental Public Health Standards)

Food preparation rooms1 finding

Item 20Deck 3 - Room 248
The chopping blade for the rotary mixer was chipped and damaged, creating difficult to clean surfaces. Orange and brown corrosion accumulated on the blade surface and the slotted fasteners on the underside of the blade.

Pools, hot tubs and water play areas1 finding

Item 10Water Slides
The safety sign for the three water slides did not include the statement 'No children in diapers or who are not toilet trained.' The slides have a minimum age of 7 years old. A variance has not been requested.

May 3, 2025

97Passed

26 findings · 3 points deducted

Points deducted (100 − 3 = 97):

−3 ptsItem 24: Sanitizing rinse temperature, concentration, time

Show all 26 findings

All 26 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)15 findings

Item 08Deck 5 - La Foglia Pantry
The plastic tubes attached to the carbonator backflow prevention devices' vents were positioned in a manner that prevented water from draining out of the vent. Corrective action began immediately.
Item 17Deck 6 - Bubbles Pantry - Portside
The bulk-milk machine listed on the time control plan was not labeled 'Time Control' on the unit.
Item 20Deck 8 - Eataly Restaurant
Three previously cleaned and sanitized cutting boards were heavily scored making them difficult to keep clean. The cutting boards were removed. The cutting boards were not being used at the time of the inspection.
Item 20Deck 4 - Grill Line Reach-In Refrigerator GN 2-1
The refrigerator door would not open during the inspection. The door was fixed during the inspection.
Item 21Deck 4 - International Line Show Galley
Excess silicon on the flat-top heating unit created a difficult-to-clean surface. Black plastic/sealant was peeling around the flat-top heating unit to countertop juncture.
Item 21Deck 4 - American Line Show Galley
Plastic sealant on the underside of the griddles and deep fat fryers was peeling, creating difficult-to-clean surfaces.
Item 22Deck 19 - La Brasserie
Food was in the filter basket inside the wash compartment of the flight-type warewashing machine.
Item 24Deck 18 - Warewashing Area
The three compartment sink's chlorine sanitizing solution concentration exceeded 200ppm. When tested, the chlorine indicator strips turned black immediately indicating chlorine levels exceeding 200ppm. The three compartment sink was in operation with pots inside the sanitizing tub solution at the time of the inspection. Water was added until the desired range was achieved.
Item 24Deck 5 - Potwashing Area
The flight-type conveyor potwashing machine utensil surface did not reach 160°F at the final rise after several attempts and methods. Crew increased the water pressure in the machine, and 160°F was only reached after they implemented corrective action. This area was in operation at the time of the inspection.
Item 26Deck 5 - Dishwashing Area - Portside
The crew drinking fountain spout was soiled with pink debris. Corrective action began immediately.
Item 26Deck 6 - Bubbles Pantry - Portside
The inside of the ice bin was soiled with a small amount of black debris. Corrective action began immediately.
Item 27Deck 4 - American Line Show Galley
Plastic sealant on the underside of the griddles and deep fat fryers was peeling, creating difficult-to-clean surfaces. Around the grease chutes, black plastic or sealant was peeling and the area was soiled with excess grease.
Item 30Deck 4 - American Line Show Galley
The soap supplied in the counter-recessed soap dispenser was watery and did not lather. Corrective action began immediately.
Item 35Deck 5 - Hot Galley
Soiled water dripped from the bottom of the combination oven 0561216 and pooled on the deck. The source of the water could not be identified.
Item 36Deck 4 - International Line Show Galley
The light intensity could not reach 220 lux at several areas on the buffet line countertop.

Buffets4 findings

Item 08Deck 18 - Hot Holding Area
The undercounter steam generating unit did not have a backflow prevention device on the potable water line.
Item 08Deck 19 - La Brasserie
The countertop coffee maker did not have a backflow prevention device on the potable water source.
Item 19Deck 18 - Wellness/Vitality
During active service, utensil handles were resting inside one container of salad and one container of condiments. A crewmember was removing the set of tongs as the inspector approached. The salad and condiments were discarded.
Item 19Deck 18 - Dessert Area
During active service, one set of utensil handles were resting inside a container of cookies. The container was removed immediately. A crewmember was removing the set of tongs as the inspector approached. The salad and condiments were discarded.

Bars2 findings

Item 12Deck 4
A crew member drank coffee from a paper cup on the crew side of the bar.
Item 27Deck 8 - Elixer
A white powder-type residue was resting on the top of the entire sneeze guard shelf. This area had been previously cleaned.

Food safety, general1 finding

Item 33Deck 4 - Provisions Refrigerators and Freezers
Dripping condensate and frozen condensate had collected on several bulkheads in the provision area refrigerators and freezers. Active provisioning was not taking place in these units at the time of the inspection. The source of the water could not be identified.

Medical center1 finding

Item 11Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) Logs
During voyage AMC-03, the AGE log stated that a nonfood employee had AGE symptom onset at 1700 on 1 May 2025. This nonfood employee did not report to medical until 2 May 2025 at 1645. The nonfood employee went to work and to the crew mess after their symptom onset and before they reported to medical.

Food preparation rooms1 finding

Item 18Deck 3 - Meat Holding Room 257
Ground lamb was stored above whole cuts of lamb. Both types of meat were in covered plastic containers.

Food storage (provisions)1 finding

Item 19Deck 4 - Transportation Corridor
Three pallets of approximately 150 cases of bottled water were stored on raw wooden pallets. The pallets were received seven days before the inspection on 26 April 2025.

Pools, hot tubs and water play areas1 finding

Item 10Deck 18 - Zen Pool - Port/Starboard Side
The shepherd's hook was not located in a prominent location that was fully visible from the pool perimeter.

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