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Royal Princess CDC inspection score

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

Source: CDC public records
Data checked on October 31, 2026
Pass mark: 86 out of 100
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Princess CruisesInspected June 9, 2026

Latest CDC sanitation score

Passed

Royal Princess scored 96 out of 100 in its latest CDC Vessel Sanitation Program inspection, on June 9, 2026. It passed: ships pass with 86 or more.

+1 vs previous inspection (95, Jan 10, 2026)

96.4average of the last 5 inspections

86lowest score (March 2014)

16inspections since 2013

0failed inspections

Inspection history of Royal Princess

Every CDC inspection score on record for Royal Princess: 16 inspections from October 29, 2013 to June 9, 2026, 2 perfect scores of 100 and no failed inspections.

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Inspection date	Result	Report	Score
June 9, 2026	Passed	findings below	96
January 10, 2026	Passed	findings below	95
May 17, 2025	Passed	findings below	95
September 4, 2024	Passed		97
August 7, 2023	Passed		99
February 10, 2023	Passed		96
September 11, 2019	Passed		94
March 20, 2018	Passed		89
November 5, 2017	Passed		93
March 20, 2017	Passed		97
April 12, 2016	Passed		97
February 22, 2016	Passed		100
September 21, 2015	Passed		97
January 8, 2015	Passed		96
March 9, 2014	Passed		86
October 29, 2013	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).

June 9, 2026

96Passed

45 findings · 4 points deducted

Points deducted (100 − 4 = 96):

−2 ptsItem 22: Dishwashing / equipment washing facilities designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located, operated, TMDs, test kits
−1 ptItem 33: Decks / bulkheads / deckheads construction, repair, clean
−1 ptItem 36: Lighting provided, shielded

All 45 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)25 findings

Item 20Deck 6 - Port Aft Coffee Station
The chrome cover on the dispensing head of the espresso machine was peeling exposing a difficult to clean surface. Coffee residue was in this difficult to clean area.
Item 20Deck 6 - Aft Wine Pantry
Slotted fasteners were on a soda gun in the food splash zone.
Item 20Deck 6 - Aft Port Ice Station
Rust deposits were on the evaporator side of the white plastic ice machine evaporator panel cover at the bolt and nut connection. Rust-stained drip streaks extended from the deposits to the bottom of the panel, indicating that rust residue had dripped onto the ice.
Item 20Deck 5 - Pastry
Grout was missing from multiple areas along the two seams of the marble food preparation surface. Old food residue was in the areas without grout.
Item 21Deck 6 - Port Aft Coffee Station
The front right leg of the espresso machine was not flush with the counter exposing an open seam containing dried food debris.
Item 22Deck 6 - Port Aft Dishwash
The glasswash machine had been out of order since May 5, 2026.
Item 22Deck 6 - Potwash
The majority of the nozzles on the top final rinse spray arms of the in-use potwash machine were blocked with brown food debris. Additionally, several nozzles on the bottom right final rinse spray arm were also blocked.
Item 22Deck 6 - Flight -Type Dishwashers
The final rinse spray patterns of three in-use flight-type dishwashers were not functioning properly and did not provide adequate fan-like spray pattern. The affected units included the Deck 6 aft port dishwasher, the Deck 6 aft starboard dishwasher, and the Deck 6 forward starboard dishwasher. Multiple spray nozzles were replaced and clogged spray arms were cleaned.
Item 22Deck 6 - Aft Starboard Dishwash
The bottom wash spray arm of the glasswash machine was not properly attached to the manifold. This machine was in active use.
Item 22Deck 5 - Dishwash
When evaluating the final rinse spray pattern, water was observed intermittently spraying from the final rinse arm while plates were passing through the dishwasher. Technicians were called to assess the issue and later stated that several spray nozzles were blocked, resulting in the intermittent spray.
Item 26Deck 5 - Pastry
Old food residue was in two seams of the marble food preparation surface where the grout was missing.
Item 26Deck 6 - Port Aft Coffee Station
The chrome cover on the dispensing head of the espresso machine was peeling exposing a difficult to clean surface. Coffee residue was in this difficult to clean area.
Item 26Deck 6 - Aft Port Ice Station
Rust deposits were on the evaporator side of the white plastic ice machine evaporator panel cover at the bolt and nut connection. Rust-stained drip streaks extended from the deposits to the bottom of the panel, indicating that rust residue had dripped onto the ice.
Item 27Deck 6 - Port Aft Coffee Station
The front right leg of the espresso machine was not flush with the counter exposing an open seam containing dried food debris.
Item 33Deck 6 - Aft Hot Line
A liquid dripped from a deckhead light and landed on the deck along the waiter side of the pick-up line. No food or equipment was impacted.
Item 33Deck 5
Condensate accumulated along the bulkhead and deckhead above the left braising pan.
Item 33Deck 6 - Port Aft Dishwash
Condensate collected on the deckhead above the clean side of the in-use flight-type dishwashing machine. No condensate was observed dripping.
Item 33Deck 15 - Lido Galley Walk-In 15604
Water dripped from the deckhead panel juncture and pooled on the deck in front of the evaporator condensing unit. No food was impacted. The area was cleaned immediately.
Item 34Deck 16 - Trident
The hood washing reduced pressure zone assembly drain line was not draining properly. This was corrected before the end of the inspection.
Item 36Deck 6 - Port Aft Dishwash
The deckhead light above the glasswash machine was burnt out resulting in less than 220 lux above the clean landing.
Item 36Deck 5 - Crew Pizza Station
The light intensity at the pizza preparation station was less than 220 lux as a result of a burnt out deckhead light.
Item 36Deck 6 - Sauce Station
A light above the right braising pan was burnt out resulting in less than 220 lux of light.
Item 37Deck 5
Condensate accumulated along the bulkhead and deckhead above the left braising pan.
Item 37Deck 6 - Port Aft Dishwash
Condensate collected on the deckhead above the clean side of the in-use flight-type dishwashing machine. No condensate was observed dripping.
Item 39Deck 6 - Forward Starboard Dishwash
Three fruit flies were inside the biodigester when opened. The biodigester was not being used while the ship was sailing in Alaska.

Food safety, general5 findings

Item 33Decks
Deck tiles and grout were missing, recessed, or damaged throughout the following food service areas: - Deck 6: Main galley dishwashing areas, sauce station, and hot galley. - Deck 5: Crew galley, pastry area, and hot galley, particularly along deck drains.
Item 33Gaps and Seams
Gaps or seams were in the following areas: - Deck 16: Trident Galley - A seam was along the bulkhead profile strip on the clean side of the dishwash. - Deck 16: Trident Galley - A gap was at the bulkhead/deep fat fryer juncture. - Deck 16: World Fresh Market starboard side handwashing station - A gap was at the bulkhead panel where the faucet connects. - Deck 16: World Fresh Market Pastry Shop - A seam was at the deckhead light fixture over exposed food out for passenger self-service. - Deck 15: Lido Galley Walk-In 15605 - A seam was in between two deckhead panels near the blast chiller entrance. The above gaps and seams were all closed before the end of the inspection.
Item 33Deck Grouting
The deck tiles were either damaged or the grouting was recessed in the following areas: - Deck 16: World Fresh Market Beverage Pantry Portside - The deck grouting was in disrepair or recessed around the scupper drain by the door. - Deck 7: Crown Grill Waiter Station Portside - The deck grouting was recessed in the area.
Item 36Light Intensity
The light intensity in the following areas was not adequate: - Deck 15: Lido Hot Galley - The light intensity was less than 110 lux behind the left hot holding unit. - Deck 7: Crooners Bar Pantry Walk-In 7406 - The light intensity was less than 110 lux at the entrance. This was corrected before the end of the inspection
Item 39Flies
Flies were in the following food-service areas: - Deck 16: Trident - One fly was on the bulkhead above the clean storage rack. - Deck 6: Casino Bar - One fly in the technical space below the speed rack.

Buffets5 findings

Item 21Deck 16 - World Fresh Market Beverage Station Midship Starboard Side
Below the bulk coffee dispensers, the panel to the technical space was in disrepair creating a hard-to-clean surface.
Item 21Deck 16 - World Fresh Market International Portside
The grout around the hot plate was missing creating a hard-to-clean surface.
Item 22Deck 11 - Bell Box Dishwash
The left final sanitizing spray nozzle did not have a fan like spray pattern. This was corrected immediately.
Item 26Deck 16 - World Fresh Market Beverage Station Forward Starboard Side
Three soiled coffee cups were out for passenger use. The whole tray of coffee cups was removed, recleaned, and sanitized.
Item 36Deck 5 - Crew Mess - Starboard
The light intensity on the employee side handwashing station was less than 220 lux as a result of a burnt out deckhead light.

Pantries3 findings

Item 19Deck 17 - Retreat Bar Walk-In Refrigerator #6
Water dripped from the deckhead onto a cardboard box with canned drinks. The boxes below the drip were all moved immediately.
Item 33Deck 17 - Retreat Bar Walk-In Refrigerator #6
Water dripped from the deckhead onto a cardboard box with canned drinks.
Item 36Deck 16 - Seaview Bar Pantry
The light intensity at the handwashing station was less than 110 lux. This was corrected before the end of the inspection.

Dining rooms2 findings

Item 28Deck 5 - Crew Mess Dining Store - #5710
Six previously cleaned and sanitized large metal dispensing containers were stored in this unfinished locker, which contained exposed electrical wiring, ductwork, unidentified piping, and other difficult-to-clean surfaces. Dust was observed on the air return located above the stored metal containers. Staff reported that these containers are used for waiter service. Additionally, unboxed chafing dishes, two portable ice trolleys, and a box of single-use paper cups were stored in this unfinished locker.
Item 33Deck 5 - Crew Mess Dining Store - #5710
Six previously cleaned and sanitized large metal dispensing containers were stored in this unfinished locker, which contained exposed electrical wiring, ductwork, unidentified piping, and other difficult-to-clean surfaces. Dust was observed on the air return located above the stored metal containers. Staff reported that these containers are used for waiter service. Additionally, unboxed chafing dishes, two portable ice trolleys, and a box of single-use paper cups were stored in this unfinished locker.

Food storage (provisions)2 findings

Item 19Deck 4 - Poultry Freezer
Ice droplets were on the surface of several boxes of frozen poultry items.
Item 33Deck 4 - Poultry Freezer
Ice accumulated along the bulkhead and deck near the evaporator condensing unit. Ice droplets were also on the surface of several boxes of frozen poultry items.

Food preparation rooms1 finding

Item 36Deck 4
A deckhead light at the entrance next to the deck-mounted vegetable chopper did not reach 220 lux.

Medical center1 finding

Item 01Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) Report
The 24-hour report sent on June 5, 2026 incorrectly indicated an embarkation date of April 30, 2026 rather than May 30, 2026.

Pools, hot tubs and water play areas1 finding

Item 10Deck 17 - Beach Pool
The life ring rope was wound tightly, making it difficult to unravel.

January 10, 2026

95Passed

38 findings · 5 points deducted

Points deducted (100 − 5 = 95):

−2 ptsItem 22: Dishwashing / equipment washing facilities designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located, operated, TMDs, test kits
−1 ptItem 21: Nonfood-contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
−1 ptItem 27: Equipment / utensils nonfood-contact surfaces clean
−1 ptItem 33: Decks / bulkheads / deckheads construction, repair, clean

Show all 38 findings

All 38 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)18 findings

Item 18Deck 7- Ocean Terrace Show Galley
A small container of cooked eel was stored in an undercounter drawer below raw salmon and other raw fish products. The eel was moved to a different drawer.
Item 20Deck 11- Bell Box
Four fasteners were missing from the area around the dispensing nozzle on the espresso machine, creating a difficult to clean area.
Item 20Deck 5 - Hot Galley
Grooved grill JC/061502 was out of order since October 2025. Crew were waiting for a part to repair.
Item 21Deck 5 - Soup Section
A large seam was on the back side of the middle tilting pan's turn wheel, making it difficult to clean.
Item 21Deck 11- Bell Box
The metal plate under the espresso machine was rusted and in disrepair.
Item 21Deck 5 - Hot Galley
A large seam was on the back side of the right tilting pan's turn wheel, making it difficult to clean.
Item 21Deck 7- Ocean Terrace Show Galley
A large gap was between the back preparation countertop and the bulkhead.
Item 21Deck 5 - Sabatini's
The silicone contained seams and pits along the right side of the right grooved grill.
Item 22Deck 6- Starboard Aft Dishwash
The small hood-type dishwashing machine was below temperature for both the wash and final rinse. The inspector consistently measured a wash temperature of 148°F with a thermocouple. The inspector and crew measured the final rinse temperature of 156-158°F on three separate cycles. Crew immediately began corrective action, and the inspector measured appropriate wash and final rinse temperatures before leaving the area.
Item 22Deck 6 - Starboard Forward Dishwash
The flight-type dishwashing machine was out of order since November 2025. Crew reported the parts had been ordered, with estimated day of repair 31 January 2026.
Item 24Deck 6 - Starboard Aft Dishwash
The small hood-type dishwash machine was below temperature for both the wash and final rinse. The inspector consistently measured a wash temperature of 148°F with a thermocouple. The inspector and crew measured the final rinse temperature of 156-158°F on three separate cycles. Crew immediately began corrective action, and the inspector measured appropriate wash and final rinse temperatures before leaving the area.
Item 27Deck 11- Bell Box
The metal plate under the espresso machine was rusted and in disrepair.
Item 27Deck 6 - Fish Station
An excessive amount of rust accumulated on the bottom surface of the undercounter technical compartment.
Item 27Deck 5 - Hot Galley
The knob attachment and back seam on the right tilting pan's turn wheel was soiled with more than a day's accumulation of debris.
Item 27Deck 16- Pizzeria
Dust accumulated around the roller shutter and in its technical compartment.
Item 33Deck 6 - Specialty Grill
The deck grouting in front of the grill was pitted and missing in several spots.
Item 33Deck 15- Hot Galley
The deck grouting was recessed and in disrepair.
Item 38Deck 7- Crown Grill
A wet mop was stored in the dishwashing area. The area was not open at the time of the inspection.

Buffets8 findings

Item 16Deck 5 - Crew Mess
Fried eggs on the buffet line did not have a consumer advisory sign, or a sign correctly labeling the food item. The eggs were served undercooked.
Item 16Deck 16- World Fresh Market Asian and International Lines
No consumer advisory was posted for the omelets out for service on the buffet. Raw shell eggs were used to make the omelets, and the omelet section on the paper menu had a consumer advisory. This was corrected.
Item 21Deck 16- World Fresh Market Asian and International Lines
Seams were present under the decorative slabs on top of the sneeze guards, making the area difficult to clean.
Item 21Deck 16- Starboard Bistro
Seams were around the legs of the toaster machines, making the area difficult to clean.
Item 27Deck 16- World Fresh Market Asian and International Lines
The gap between the decorative slabs on top of the sneeze guards was heavily soiled with dust.
Item 33Deck 16- World Fresh Market Asian and International Lines
The decks tiles and grouting were in disrepair on the passenger side. There was a plan in place to address the needed deck repairs.
Item 33Deck 16- World Fresh Market Starboard International Line
The deck grouting and tiles on the crew side were in disrepair, especially around the coving at the deck/bulkhead juncture under equipment.
Item 33Deck 16- World Fresh Market Starboard International Line
A large bulkhead tile was missing near the utility sink and preparation counter.

Bars6 findings

Item 21Deck 5 - Gelato
The counter-mounted coffee machine's right front leg had a large gap between the leg housing and counter which was difficult to clean.
Item 27Deck 5 - Gelato
The countertop underneath the counter-mounted coffee machine was soiled with more than a day's accumulation of dust.
Item 27Deck 17- Retreat Bar
Dust accumulated in the 6 shutter compartments. These were cleaned before the end of the inspection.
Item 29Deck 16- Seaview
The adjustable handwashing sink reached a maximum temperature of 75.9°F. The temperature was increased before the end of the inspection.
Item 29Deck 5 - Vines
The bar's only handwash sink is locked behind the alcohol roller shutter when the bar is not in service, making it inaccessible. The bar was not in service at time of inspection.
Item 33Deck 6- Casino Bar
Raw wood was exposed on the bulkhead behind the bar.

Food safety, general3 findings

Item 21Juice Dispensers
A large gap was in front of the metal plate behind the dispensing nozzle, making the area difficult to clean.
Item 27Juice Dispensers
Large amounts of dust accumulated in the technical compartment behind the metal plate and dispensing nozzle of each juice dispenser inspected. Crew stated they could not disassemble the machine to clean this area.
Item 39Integrated Pest Management
Pests were observed in the following locations: - Deck 16- World Fresh Market Portside Asian Line: One fruit fly was near the technical locker - Deck 16- Starboard Bistro: One fruit fly was near the upright refrigerator - Deck 16- Starboard Forward Waiter Station: One house fly was in this area - Deck 16- Pizzeria Galley: One fruit fly was near the ice machine

Medical center1 finding

Item 02Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) Log
The Excel version of the AGE log did not include a Comments/Notes column, as specified in the VSP 2025 Environmental Public Health Standards.

Drinking water1 finding

Item 06Legionella Sampling
During the legionella sampling on 10 January 2026, samples were not collected from water heaters or hot water storage tanks. (VSP 2025 Environmental Public Health Standards)

Food storage (provisions)1 finding

Item 19Deck 4- Frozen Vegetables
Ice accumulated on a box of raspberries and a box of corn. The source of the ice was not immediately apparent; there was no obvious dripping from the deckhead.

May 17, 2025

95Passed

41 findings · 5 points deducted

Points deducted (100 − 5 = 95):

−3 ptsItem 09: RWF halogen residuals
−2 ptsItem 10: RWF maintenance, safety equipment

Show all 41 findings

All 41 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.

Pools, hot tubs and water play areas3 findings

Item 09Deck 16 Plunge Pool
The chlorine residual levels in the Plunge Pool measured above 5.0 ppm. A crew member used a test kit to measure the chlorine residual three times, and each time the kit read 'Hi,' indicating that the chlorine residual was greater than 6.0 ppm. The inspector's test kit measured 8.09 ppm, prompting an immediate closure of the plunge pool. In the equipment room, the crew member's test kit measured 'Hi' twice and then 5.64 ppm. The inspector's test kit measured 7.14 ppm. Crew members said they would adjust the chlorine levels to below 5 ppm.
Item 10Deck 16 Plunge Pool
The analyzer in the Plunge Pool equipment room read 4.15 ppm. The crew member's test kit measured 'Hi' twice and then 5.64 ppm. The inspector's test kit measured 7.14 ppm. Crew members said they would adjust the chlorine levels to below 5 ppm and calibrate the analyzer.
Item 10Deck 16 Plunge Pool
One screw was missing in the anti-entrapment drain cover.

Galleys (kitchens)22 findings

Item 08Deck 6 Aft Hood Cleaning Technical Cabinet
The positioning of the hose attached to the hood cleaning system's backflow prevention device prevented water from draining properly, causing water to collect in the hose.
Item 16Deck 7 Crown Grill
Crab cakes stored inside the reach-in refrigeration unit were identified with an incorrect date of preparation (15 May 2025) and incorrect date of discard (21 May 2025). The cooling log identified the 'crab cake mixture' used in these crab cakes was prepared on 14 May 2025. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 20Deck 6 Aft Port Beverage Station
The water tap nozzle screens were brittle and cracked.
Item 21Deck 5 Hot Galley Grooved Grills
Seams and gaps surrounded the grease chute in the grease chute housing. The profile was missing for the left unit and screws for the profile were missing for the right unit.
Item 21Deck 5 Hot Galley Deep Fat Fryers
Seams surrounded the drain line penetrations in the technical space.
Item 22Deck 5 Potwash
The manufacturer designed the sliding rack in the hood-type potwash machine to slide left and right. However, the potwash did not have a clean landing for the rack on either side of the machine. As a result, crew members had to reach deep into the machine to retrieve pots and pans and manually lift the heavy rack out to inspect the wash and final rinse arms below. This installation hindered the proper use of the machine and raised personal safety concerns for crew members working in the area. Additionally, excessive water leaked from the machine at the start of each wash cycle, causing wash water to pool on the deck below. Crew members reported that a gasket was missing from one of the spray arms, which affected the wash and final rinse sprays. Crew could not view the spray pattern to confirm an effective spray pattern. Upon inspection, the upper wash and final rinse arms were soiled with debris and scale. The crew took the unit out of service and began using the three-compartment sink for cleaning and sanitizing.
Item 22Deck 5 Scullery
Debris blocked two auxiliary spray nozzles of the in-use flight-type conveyor dishwash machine. Crew cleaned the nozzles immediately.
Item 22Deck 15 Potwash Area
The potwash machine did not achieve a consistent plate surface temperature of 160°F during the final rinse. Using a calibrated irreversible thermometer, the final rinse temperature measured 156°F, 157°F, 158°F, and 158°F during four measurements. The potwash machine's gauge identified the final rinse temperature as 177°F. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 24Deck 15 Potwash Area
The potwash machine did not achieve a consistent plate surface temperature of 160°F during the final rinse. Using a calibrated irreversible thermometer, the final rinse temperature measured 156°F, 157°F, 158°F, and 158°F during four measurements. The potwash machine's gauge identified the final rinse temperature as 177°F. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 26Deck 5 Starboard Ice Station - Crushed Ice Machine
Thick black debris soiled the inside top of the ice bin near the chute. A piece of green food debris was in the bottom of the ice bin. Crew took the unit out of service for cleaning.
Item 26Deck 6 Starboard Aft Ice Station - Crushed Ice Machine
Thick black debris soiled the inside top of the ice bin near the chute. A small accumulation of black debris soiled the ice cube evaporator panel lowering arm. Crew took the unit out of service for cleaning.
Item 26Deck 6 Aft Port Beverage Station
Excessive dust soiled the technical space above the nozzle of the newly installed juice machine.
Item 26Deck 15 Aft Ice Station
Brown residue and debris accumulated on the plastic brackets supporting the ice tray, located in the food-splash zone of the ice machine. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 27Deck 6 Aft Hot Galley Deep Fat Fryers
Excessive grease accumulated in the top of the technical compartment below the deep fat fryers.
Item 27Deck 6 Starboard Forward Dishwash
Condensate dripped from the deckhead on to the in-use flight-type conveyor dishwash machine. The crew immediately began cleaning the area.
Item 27Deck 5 Hot Galley Deep Fat Fryers
Two deep fat fryer units were soiled around the drain line in the technical space. Crew began cleaning the area immediately.
Item 29Deck 15 Hot Preparation Area
The user-adjusted handwashing sink was unable to deliver water through the mixing valve below 120°F. When the cold handle was activated, the water temperature measured 123°F. Crew identified the cold water supply was shut off. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 33Deck 15 Blast Chiller Room
Ice accumulated on the curtains, deckhead, and condenser unit inside the blast chiller located inside of walk-in refrigeration unit # 15604. The ice did not impact any food items.
Item 34Deck 7 Crown Grill
The drain inside technical space JC/071126A was clogged, causing six inches of water to accumulate inside the technical compartment. The crew initiated corrective action.
Item 35Deck 7 Crown Grill
Six inches of water accumulated inside technical space JC/071126A from a clogged drain. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 35Deck 5 Potwash
Excessive water pooled on the deck during the hood-type potwash wash cycle.
Item 37Deck 6 Starboard Forward Dishwash
Excessive condensate accumulated on the deckhead over the clean end of the in-use flight-type conveyor dishwash. Water dripped from the deckhead on to the machine, but the clean dishes were not affected. The crew immediately began cleaning the area.

Buffets7 findings

Item 21Deck 16 Horizon Court Starboard Hot Food Service Line
Three metal handles for the undercounter time control food storage units were broken, creating sharp difficult-to-clean surfaces. Crew identified replacement handles were arriving during May 2025.
Item 21Deck 16 Horizon Court Starboard Hot Show Galley
The silicone between juncture of the flat to grill and bulkhead was peeling and in disrepair. Food debris accumulated inside recessed areas. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 21Deck 16 Horizon Court Portside Hot Show Galley
Two undercounter time control food storage unit's metal handles were broken, creating sharp, difficult-to-clean surfaces. Crew identified that replacement handles were arriving during May 2025.
Item 27Deck 16 Horizon Court Starboard Hot Show Galley
The silicone between juncture of the flat to grill and bulkhead was peeling and in disrepair. Food debris accumulated inside recessed areas. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 28Deck 16 Horizon Court Bistro Portside
Moisture visibly dripped from the food-contact surfaces of five plates that were stacked for customer service at the aft pastry buffet. Crew initiated corrective action.
Item 33Deck 16 Forward Hot Line
The tiled deck in front of the metal landing for the flat-top grill was in disrepair. Food residue accumulated in the recessed areas.
Item 33Deck 16 Horizon Court Aft Hot Show Galley
The coved tiles between the deck and bulkhead were cracked and left in disrepair, allowing dust and food debris to accumulate in the recessed areas.

Food storage (provisions)4 findings

Item 19Deck 4 Frozen Vegetables
Ice accumulated on a box of ravioli.
Item 19Deck 4 Frozen Fish
Ice accumulated on boxes of lobster.
Item 33Deck 4 Frozen Fish
Frozen condensate accumulated on the deckhead, while ice formed on the bulkheads, shelves, and boxes of lobster.
Item 33Deck 4 Frozen Vegetables
Frozen condensate accumulated on the deckhead, and ice formed on the bulkheads, shelves, and a box of ravioli. The side panel on the evaporative condenser was open and ice accumulated in the technical space. Technical crew reported a valve was replaced a day prior to inspection and they will continue to follow up.

Bars2 findings

Item 29Deck 6A
The bar was not constructed with a handwash station where drinks are mixed. Handwash stations were located in the pantries behind doors. Crew reported the doors remained closed during service.
Item 31Deck 6 Good Spirits
Two yellow buckets of accelerated hydrogen peroxide for disinfecting nonfood-contact surfaces were stored on the deck. Crew moved them immediately.

Food safety, general1 finding

Item 39Integrated Pest Management
Flies were sighted in multiple food service areas, including the following: Deck 5 - Scullery Biodigester (two) Deck 6 - Starboard Water Station (one) Deck 11 – Bell Box Entrance (one) Deck 11 – Bell Box Bar Pantry (one) Deck 15 – Lido Galley Potwash (one) Deck 16 – Horizon Court Pantry (one) Deck 16 – Horizon Court Buffet Aft Waiter Station, Portside (one) Deck 16 – Horizon Court Buffet Starboard Show Galley (one) Deck 16 – Horizon Court Forward Pantry, Starboard (one)

Medical center1 finding

Item 11Acute Gastrointestinal (AGE) Illness Record Review
A crew member experienced an onset of AGE symptoms at 0000 on May 15. They reported to medical later that same day at 1038. The crew member did not have a cabin mate and did not share a bathroom. Additionally, the crew member did not report to work after experiencing symptoms, but it was unclear if they visited crew mess. The crew member received disciplinary action.

Other areas1 finding

Item 08Deck 4 Biodigester Room
The atmospheric vacuum breaker installed on the potable water line for the hose was designed for noncontinuous pressure; however, the hose was equipped with a valve (spray gun) downstream.

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