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Norwegian Epic CDC inspection score

Latest score, full inspection history and the violations CDC inspectors found on Norwegian Epic.

Source: CDC public records
Data checked on October 31, 2026
Pass mark: 86 out of 100
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Norwegian Cruise LineInspected March 29, 2026

Latest CDC sanitation score

Passed

Norwegian Epic scored 93 out of 100 in its latest CDC Vessel Sanitation Program inspection, on March 29, 2026. It passed: ships pass with 86 or more.

−5 vs previous inspection (98, Dec 21, 2025)

94.8average of the last 5 inspections

86lowest score (February 2020)

23inspections since 2010

0failed inspections

Inspection history of Norwegian Epic

Every CDC inspection score on record for Norwegian Epic: 23 inspections from August 18, 2010 to March 29, 2026, 3 perfect scores of 100 and no failed inspections.

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Inspection date	Result	Report	Score
March 29, 2026	Passed	findings below	93
December 21, 2025	Passed	findings below	98
March 11, 2025	Passed	findings below	89
November 9, 2024	Passed		97
January 28, 2024	Passed		97
April 14, 2023	Passed		89
February 6, 2020	Passed		86
January 12, 2019	Passed		96
March 17, 2018	Passed		92
December 18, 2017	Passed		99
March 4, 2017	Passed		100
January 21, 2017	Passed		99
April 19, 2015	Passed		91
January 11, 2015	Passed		92
March 30, 2014	Passed		96
November 16, 2013	Passed		100
March 30, 2013	Passed		91
November 14, 2012	Passed		99
March 21, 2012	Passed		92
November 5, 2011	Passed		97
May 7, 2011	Passed		98
January 29, 2011	Passed		89
August 18, 2010	Passed		100

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 29, 2026

93Passed

49 findings · 7 points deducted

Points deducted (100 − 7 = 93):

−5 ptsItem 03: PW bunker / production source; Halogen residual
−1 ptItem 21: Nonfood-contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
−1 ptItem 33: Decks / bulkheads / deckheads construction, repair, clean

All 49 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)24 findings

Item 17Deck 6 - Shanghai's
The time control label on the rice warmer was faded and not obvious. The label was replaced by the end of the inspection.
Item 21Deck 5 - Le Bistro
The counter-mounted bulk coffee machine's back left mounting plate was not flush with the countertop, creating a difficult-to-clean seam.
Item 21Deck 15 - Great Outdoors Portside Show Galley
Excess silicone peeled from the side of the ovens, making the surface difficult to clean.
Item 21Deck 7 - Cagney's Steakhouse Show Galley
Sealant was in disrepair around the salamander's front technical panel.
Item 21Deck 7 - Cagney's Steakhouse
Sealant was in disrepair around the induction cooktop to countertop junctures, making them difficult to clean.
Item 21Deck 7 - Teppanyaki Station #3
A decorative vinyl panel was loose and peeling from the undercounter area on the teppanyaki's working side.
Item 22Deck 5 - Portside Potwash
The flight-type potwash machine's curtains were excessively curled at both the soiled end and between the wash and final sanitizing rinse compartments. The potwash machine was not in operation.
Item 22Deck 5 - Portside Warewash
The rack-type glasswash machine was out of order due to temperature fluctuations the morning of the inspection.
Item 22Deck 5 - Portside Warewash
The flight-type warewash machine's final rinse sanitizing spray did not produce a fan-like pattern.
Item 29Deck 4 - Handwashing Sink
The handwashing sink's water temperature measured greater than 120°F on its coldest setting at the sink near the soup kettles.
Item 29Deck 5 - Pantry
The handwashing sink's water temperature measured 77°F on its warmest setting at the sink near the upright refrigerators.
Item 30Deck 4 - Warewash
The soap dispenser at the soiled drop-off was soiled with peanut butter residue.
Item 33Deck 4 - Warewash
Condensate collected on the deckhead above the flight-type warewash machine's soiled landing area.
Item 33Deck 4 - Warewash
The deck tile grout was in disrepair near the flight-type warewash machine's electrical panel.
Item 33Deck 5 - Portside Warewash
Soiled water pooled on the deck near the flight-type warewash machine's soiled end.
Item 33Deck 5 - Hot Galley
The deck tile grout was in disrepair near the deep fat fryers and the roasting ovens.
Item 33Deck 15 - Garden Cafe Terrace Starboard Show Galley
The bulkhead-mounted steel rail and panel for the show galley fire shutter doors separated from the supporting bulkhead, exposing damaged wood-like material. The wood particles crumbled and fell to the deck.
Item 33Deck 15 - Garden Cafe Portside Forward Grill
The deckhead-bulkhead juncture above the deep fat fryer had a gap filled with excessively soiled and displaced sealant.
Item 33Deck 15 - Garden Cafe Starboard Pizza Station
Multiple sections of deck grout were recessed or missing.
Item 33Deck 16 - Spice H2O Grill Show Galley
The deckhead tile spacer in front of the grill was excessively rusted, and rust particles fell to the deck when touched.
Item 33Deck 14 - La Cucina Show Galley
There was a large gap between the deck integral coving and the stainless steel bulkhead at the far end of the show galley.
Item 33Deck 7 - Teppanyaki Station #3
A decorative vinyl panel was loose and peeling from the undercounter area on the teppanyaki's working side, and debris fell onto the deck from behind the panel.
Item 34Deck 15 - Garden Cafe Portside Forward Grill
A faucet dripped continuously into a sink to the right of the pizza oven.
Item 37Deck 4 - Warewash
Condensate collected on the deckhead above the flight-type warewash machine's soiled landing area.

Buffets6 findings

Item 21Deck 14 - La Cucina Beverage Station
The stone countertop beneath the beverage machine was indented and rough in several places.
Item 21Deck 15 - Garden Cafe Starboard Coffee Station
There were difficult-to-clean seams between the counter-mounted coffee machine's legs and the countertop.
Item 21Deck 15 - Great Outdoors Portside Buffet Line
Sealant was missing around several inset countertop cold wells, creating difficult-to-clean sharp corners.
Item 21Deck 4 - Crew Mess Beverage Station 1
The mounting plates for the counter-mounted ice and water dispensing machine were not flush with the countertop, creating a difficult-to-clean seam.
Item 24Deck 4 - Officer Mess
The bucket of chlorine sanitizing solution measured less than 50 ppm during active cleaning.
Item 33Deck 15 - Garden Cafe Portside Terrace
The passenger buffet's counter-to-deck coving was in disrepair.

Food preparation rooms5 findings

Item 27Deck 4 - Chicken
The utility sink's faucet was in disrepair and water pooled on the countertop.
Item 33Deck 4 - Chicken
The deck tile grout was in disrepair with sections missing around the center preparation counter.
Item 33Deck 3
The bulkhead panel near the cleaning material locker was dented, creating a difficult-to-clean gap at the bottom of the panel.
Item 33Deck 3 - Fish
The door handle on the door between the fish thawing room and the freezer was missing a plug, creating a difficult-to-clean void space.
Item 34Deck 4 - Chicken
The utility sink's faucet was in disrepair and water pooled on the countertop.

Bars3 findings

Item 21Deck 14 - La Cucina
The counter-mounted coffee machine's right front leg had a large seam between the countertop and the leg.
Item 33Deck 7 - Shaker's Martini Bar
The bulkhead's lower section was dented and cracked in multiple locations behind the bartender's main entrance.
Item 39Deck 7 - Cagney's/Moderno Bar
One fruit fly was inside the bar.

Drinking water4 findings

Item 03Bunkering Halogen Residual Values
Bunkering halogen levels failed to reach above 2.0 ppm during active bunkering when measured with both the inspector's and crew's test kits. Measurements were collected in the engine room from the bunkering analyzer at 1150 as the analyzer displayed values between 2.2 to 2.5 ppm. The following measurements were collected using manual test kits: 1.86, 1.70, 1.94, 1.98, 1.70, 1.64, for an average of 1.8 ppm. Bunkering began at 0655 and hourly manual check records indicated all values were around 2.5 ppm. Measurements of 1.4 and 1.32 ppm were also collected from Potable Water Tank 4 Starboard, the tank being filled. According to records, the tank held 94 cubic meters of water prior to bunkering, and the tank was sampled when it contained 267 cubic meters.
Item 06Bunkering Halogen Analyzer
The halogen analyzer for the active bunkering was more than 0.2 ppm out of calibration. The analyzer displayed values between 2.2 to 2.5 ppm, while measurements of 1.86, 1.70, 1.94, 1.98, 1.70, and 1.64 ppm were collected using the inspector's and crew's test kits, for an average of 1.8 ppm.
Item 06High Fog - Legionella Positive Sample
In January 2026, a positive legionella sample was collected from the high fog collection tank used to prime the ship's fire suppression system. Staff indicated they were unable to remediate this system as chemicals are injected into the system downstream of the tank to protect the pipes. At the time of the inspection, staff were unsure what specific chemicals are added and if it would prevent legionella growth. No legionella sampling has taken place from fire suppression nozzles downstream of this tank. The inspector mentioned that biannual fire suppression exercises required by USCG and other agencies are an aerosolization risk and could expose crew and others to known legionella in the system. Staff stated the sampling of this tank was by accident as a crew member considered it part of the ship's misting systems.
Item 08Bunkering Potable Water Hose
One end of an in-use bunkering hose was not properly labeled as 'Potable Water Only.'

Dining rooms2 findings

Item 33Deck 6 - Manhattan Restaurant
The deck tile grout was in disrepair at the starboard aft waiter station.
Item 39Deck 14 - La Cucina
One house fly was in this area.

Pantries2 findings

Item 2611 - Pantry 11-7-01
Black residue was on the back cover of the ice deflector panel. The residue was removed with an alcohol wipe.
Item 33Deck 16 - Spice H2O Bar
Multiple sections of deck grout were recessed.

Food storage (provisions)2 findings

Item 30Deck 4 - Stairwell
The crew toilet room was out of order.
Item 39Deck 4 - Store Room
One large fly was in the store room.

Housekeeping1 finding

Item *Hypochlorous Acid (HOCL) Generation
According to staff, there is no procedure to record free available chlorine or pH values during the 3x/day checks of the HOCL solution that is generated onboard to show it is within acceptable ranges. Staff reported they only record the values once the ship is at 1% or greater AGE levels. Additionally, HOCL spray bottles used by the housekeeping team are not labeled with the bottle fill or replace date. Staff stated the bottles are generally refilled every day or so and the shelf life is 7 days.

December 21, 2025

98Passed

29 findings · 2 points deducted

Points deducted (100 − 2 = 98):

−1 ptItem 21: Nonfood-contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
−1 ptItem 33: Decks / bulkheads / deckheads construction, repair, clean

Show all 29 findings

All 29 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)11 findings

Item 21Deck 5 - Soup Station
Water leaked from the back of soup kettle 3 onto the deck.
Item 21Deck 15 - Garden Cafe
Seven food platters were heavily damaged along the edges, creating difficult-to-clean surface. The crew immediately discarded the equipment.
Item 27Deck 7 - Teppanyaki
Grease residue accumulated on the previously cleaned middle exhaust hood overhang.
Item 33Deck 15 - Spice H2O Grill
The bulkhead sealant around the hood-type dishwashing machine was damaged in many areas.
Item 33Deck 16 - The Haven
The ice machine's potable water supply line was leaking and pooling on the deck.
Item 33Deck 5 - Soup Station
Water leak from the back of steam kettle 3 and pooled on the deck.
Item 33Deck 5 - Pastry Freezer
A large amount of ice buildup was on the bulkhead next to the door. This was removed immediately and the area was cleaned.
Item 33Deck 5 - Pastry Freezer
A thick sheet of ice accumulated in the bottom of the deckhead light fixture closest to the door. This was immediately cleaned.
Item 33Deck 6 - O’Sheehan’s Neighborhood Bar & Grill
The deck grouting was in disrepair in the area.
Item 34Deck 16 - The Haven
The ice machine's potable water line supply was leaking.
Item 40Deck 15 - Spice H2O Grill
One dead fly was on the crew service line cold well #1.

Food storage (provisions)5 findings

Item 19Deck 3 - Fish Freezer
A layer of ice accumulated on the box of frozen fish stored below ice buildup at the juncture of two deckhead panels in the middle of the walk-in.
Item 33Deck 3 - Potato Room
Water dripped from the deckhead antenna box onto the deck below. No food was impacted and the source of the leak could not be identified.
Item 33Deck 3 - Potato Room
A small amount of water dripped from the deckhead air vent on to the deck below. No food was impacted.
Item 33Deck 3 - Vegetable Freezer
Frozen condensate was on the deckhead hatch. No food was impacted. This was cleaned immediately.
Item 33Deck 3 - Fish Freezer
Ice accumulated at the juncture of two deckhead panels in the middle of the room. A layer of ice accumulated on the box of frozen fish stored below.

Buffets5 findings

Item 21Deck 15 - Garden Cafe - Outdoor Port Side
The sealant around the induction hot plate on the serving line was in disrepair, creating a difficult-to-clean surface. The venue was not in operation.
Item 21Deck 15 - Garden Cafe - Main Buffet Line - Port Side
The sealant against the bulkhead and countertop on the serving line was damaged in areas creating a difficult-to-clean surface.
Item 21Deck 15 - Garden Cafe Main Line Port Side
The technical compartment beneath the pizza hot plate had sponge-like adhesive tape around the drain that was deteriorating and heavily soiled. The adhesive was peeling away, allowing water and food debris to accumulate underneath.
Item 28Deck 15 - Garden Cafe - Terrace Side
One fly landed on an inverted clean plate on the serving line.
Item 40Deck 14 - La Cucina
A dead fly was on the crew serving line cold well #1. The food venue was not in operation at time of inspection.

Bars4 findings

Item 21Deck 15 - Waves Pool Bar
The piña colada machine cords were resting on the countertop.
Item 26Deck 15 - Waves Pool Bar
The soda dispensing gun at the bar counter had accumulated food debris around the fastener in the food-splash zone of the nozzle.
Item 33Deck 15 - Waves Pool Bar
The tiles behind the left side frozen cocktail machine were bulging exposing an opening between the countertop and bulkhead. Additionally, the grout around the tiles was damaged and recessed. The inspector was able to wedge a finger between the bulging tiles the bulkhead, and the inspector's finger became soiled with an orange liquid residue.
Item 36Deck 11 - Studio Lounge
The light intensity was less than 220 lux at the back counter lower shelf where open bottles of alcohol are stored.

Food preparation rooms1 finding

Item 33Deck 3 - Fish
The deck grouting in this area was in disrepair.

Food safety, general1 finding

Item 39Flies
Flies were present in the following areas: Deck 16 - The Haven - One fly was around the bar counter area. Deck 15 - Garden Cafe Terrace Side - One fly was on an inverted clean plate on the serving line. Deck 14 - La Cucina - One fly was around the back counter of the serving line.

Medical center1 finding

Item 11Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) Log
A food employee visited the crew mess after experiencing an onset of AGE symptoms on 19 November 2025 at 0500. The crew member reported to medical at 1052. The crew member was retrained and received disciplinary action.

Drinking water1 finding

Item 08Evaporators #1 and #2
The air gaps on the backflow prevention devices for the overboard discharge lines were modified and were insufficient. This was corrected before the end of the inspection.

March 11, 2025

89Passed

51 findings · 11 points deducted

Points deducted (100 − 11 = 89):

−3 ptsItem 09: RWF halogen residuals
−3 ptsItem 39: IPM program effective; Approved pesticide application
−2 ptsItem 20: PHF temperature maintenance facilities; Food-contact surfaces designed, constructed, installed, maintained; TMDs provided, located, calibrated
−2 ptsItem 44: Person in charge; Knowledge
−1 ptItem 33: Decks / bulkheads / deckheads construction, repair, clean

Show all 51 findings

All 51 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)20 findings

Item 08Deck 5 Potwash
Two atmospheric vacuum breakers were heavily corroded with rust.
Item 20Deck 4
A cutting board was heavily stained with old food debris and in poor condition.
Item 21Deck 5 Room Service
The thermometer was broken inside the #3 undercounter refrigerator. Temperatures were within range.
Item 22Deck 15 - Garden Cafe
A heavy amount of condensate was on the inside top of the blower and exit compartment of the conveyor dishwash machine. No condensate was observed dripping onto clean dishes as they exited the machine.
Item 22Deck 15 - Garden Cafe
Grease residue was on the fan coil inside the conveyor dishwash machine.
Item 22Deck 5 Potwash
The left auxiliary final rinse nozzle was obstructed and not spraying in a fan-like pattern.
Item 22Deck 5 Warewashing Area
The glasswash machine was under maintenance during the inspection.
Item 22Deck 15 - Garden Cafe
The glasswash machine was being serviced by technicians when the inspection team was in the area.
Item 26Deck 4
A cutting board was heavily stained with old food debris and in poor condition.
Item 26Deck 5 Room Service
A crew member was cutting bread on a black stained cutting board. The be bread and cutting board was discarded immediately.
Item 26Deck4
A cutting board was heavily stained with old food debris and in poor condition.
Item 27Deck 5 Warewashing Area
A glassware storage rack was soiled with a brown sticky residue at the clean storage area.
Item 32Deck 5 Room Service
Three waste receptacle bins were left uncovered and not in continuous use.
Item 33Deck 4
The decks around the soup kettle station were recessed and chipped.
Item 33Deck 4 Bakery
The decks were chipped in some areas around the preparation counters.
Item 33Deck 4 Scullery
Condensate collected on the deckhead air supply vents on the soiled side of the area.
Item 33Deck 15 - Garden Cafe
Condensate collected on the air supply unit in front of the clean glassware storage shelves.
Item 33Deck 7 - Cagney's Steakhouse Show Galley
The outside frame of the lower fire shutter door panel was in disrepair.
Item 36Deck 14 - La Cucina
The light intensity measured less than 220 lux at the handwashing station across from the soup kettles.
Item 37Deck 15 - Garden Cafe
A heavy amount of condensate was on the inside top of the blower and exit compartment of the conveyor dishwash machine. No condensate was observed dripping onto clean dishes as they exited the machine.

Buffets9 findings

Item 08Deck 4 Mess
The backflow prevention device on the water/ice machine line was corroded with green slime blocking the vents.
Item 20Deck 15 - Garden Cafe
The ice cuber panel had three cracks along the bottom.
Item 21Deck 16 - The Haven
The underside and sides of the buffet counter were rough and difficult to clean.
Item 21Deck 15 - The Great Outdoors (Port and Starboard)
The silicone around the counter-mounted hot plates was peeling and difficult to clean.
Item 33Deck 15 - The Great Outdoors (Port and Starboard)
Some areas of the deck grouting were in poor condition.
Item 33Deck 15 - The Great Outdoors (Starboard)
The fire shutter door was soiled with grease and dust.
Item 33Deck 15 - Garden Cafe Terrace (Starboard)
The fire shutter door was soiled with grease and dust.
Item 36Deck 15 - Garden Cafe (Bar Area)
The light intensity measured less than 220 lux at the bottle storage shelves.
Item 36Deck 4 Beverage Station
The light intensity could not reach a minimum of 200 lux for the counter mounted coffee machine and milk dispenser. A bulb was blown out that which affected the lighting in this area.

Food storage (provisions)4 findings

Item 19Deck 4 - Mid Ship Starboard
Four wooden pallets full of canned water were stored in this loading area with open deckheads which included difficult to clean surfaces such as wire trays, piping, and ventilation ducting. The water was provisioned three days ago.
Item 33Deck 3
The deckhead panels in the food transportation corridor were missing, leaving the area open to the plenum. The deckhead had difficult to clean areas with exposed wiring and pipes.
Item 33Deck 3 Dry Storeroom #3-1279
The deckhead-bulkhead juncture profile strip was in disrepair and hanging down.
Item 33Deck 4 - Mid Ship Starboard
Four wooden pallets full of canned water were stored in this loading area with open deckheads which included difficult to clean surfaces such as wire trays, piping, and ventilation ducting. The water was provisioned three days ago.

Bars3 findings

Item 33Deck 16 - The Haven Bar
A small piece of laminate bulkhead was missing to the left of the handwashing station.
Item 39Deck 5 Starbucks
The insect trap located below the coffee machine's technical compartment was wet and damaged. A new trap was replaced immediately.
Item 40Deck 5 Starbucks
Multiple dead flies were found on the glue trap under the technical compartment of the utility sink. This was replaced immediately.

Food safety, general2 findings

Item 20Food Service General
The following areas had equipment that was out of order and are awaiting new parts: - Deck 5 Main Galley Bakery: Undercounter refrigerator #6 (13 February 2025), Dough Machine (May 25, 2024) - Deck 4 Crew Mess: Milk Dispenser (date unknown), (2) Water and Ice Machines (date unknown) - Deck 4 Poultry Preparation Room: Defrost Machine (14 December 2024) - Deck 4 Buffet Preparation Room: Undercounter refrigerator (26 February 2025) - Deck 3 Fish Preparation Room: Defrost refrigerator (21 September 2024)
Item 39Integrated Pest Management
The following locations had flies: - Deck 5 Atrium Bar: 2 fruit flies - Deck 5 Starbucks: 2 fruit flies - Deck 5 Starbucks Pantry: 1 house fly - Deck 5 Main Galley Pantry Area: 1 fruit fly - Deck 5 Main Galley Bakery: 1 fruit fly - Deck 4 Crew Galley: 2 fruit flies - Deck 3 Provisions: 1 fruit fly

Pools, hot tubs and water play areas2 findings

Item 09Deck 15 - Recreational Water Facilities (RWF)
Three RWFs on this deck were found to be out of the required pH and chlorine parameters. These open facilities included: 1) Super Bowl Slide - pH values measured by both inspector and crew included, 8.35, 8.1, 8.1, and 7.35 (Avg 7.97). The analyzer alarm was signaling high pH values when the inspector visited the pump room. 2) Whirlpool #8 - Four chlorine measurements (2 by each crew and inspector) measured chlorine values above 10ppm, which exceed the limits(>10ppm) of the testing devices. According to staff, the alarm was signaling for high chlorine levels. 3) Pool PA#4 - Four chlorine measurements (2 by each crew and inspector) exceeded the limits (>6ppm) of the testing device. According to staff, the alarm was signaling for high chlorine levels. All of these facilities either had bathers present or had just been used by bathers and were closed immediately.
Item 44Deck 15 - Recreational Water Facilities (RWF)
Three RWFs on this deck were found to be out of the required pH and chlorine parameters. These open facilities included: 1) Super Bowl Slide - pH values measured by both inspector and crew included, 8.35, 8.1, 8.1, and 7.35 (Avg 7.97). The analyzer alarm was signaling high pH values when the inspector visited the pump room. 2) Whirlpool #8 - Four chlorine measurements (2 by each crew and inspector) measured chlorine values above 10ppm, which exceed the limits(>10ppm) of the testing devices. According to staff, the alarm was signaling for high chlorine levels. 3) Pool PA#4 - Four chlorine measurements (2 by each crew and inspector) exceeded the limits (>6ppm) of the testing device. According to staff, the alarm was signaling for high chlorine levels. All of these facilities either had bathers present or had just been used by bathers and were closed immediately.

Food preparation rooms3 findings

Item 08Deck 4
The handwash station bucket fill tap was missing the cap of the atmospheric vacuum breaker.
Item 21Deck 4
The thermometer was broken in the undercounter refrigerator. It was replaced with a new one.
Item 44Deck 4
The handwash station bucket fill tap was missing the cap of the atmospheric vacuum breaker. A new one was replaced, however crew did not sanitize with 50 mg/L (ppm) or 200 mg/L (ppm) prior to installation.

Drinking water3 findings

Item 08Blue/Gray/Blue Striping
Water piping not directed to the potable water system was striped blue/gray/blue throughout the engine room and incinerator room.
Item 08Engine Room - Forward Evaporator
Distillate piping routed from the evaporator to halogen dosing was striped blue instead of blue/gray/blue.
Item 08Deck 2 - Haven Pool Technical Space
The compensation tank fill line was striped blue/green/blue after the reduced pressure zone assembly.

Children’s areas1 finding

Item 42Deck 14 - Dynamic Room
Some of the rubber gaskets on the window storage benches were in disrepair.

Dining rooms1 finding

Item 28Deck 5 Taste
Two soiled tablecloths covered previously cleaned and sanitized utensils. This was replaced immediately.

Housekeeping1 finding

Item 41HOCL - pH Test Probe
The vessel did not have the calibration reagents for the pH probe that is used to measure the pH of the onboard generated HOCL disinfectant solution.

Other areas1 finding

Item 19Deck 5 Starbucks Pantry
The ice scoop chain attachment was touching the ice.

Pantries1 finding

Item 21Deck 15 - Spice H2O Bar
The silicone on the cocktail machine was peeling and difficult to clean.

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