Latest score, full inspection history and the violations CDC inspectors found on Silver Ray.
Source: CDC public records
Data checked on October 31, 2026
Pass mark: 86 out of 100
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SilverseaInspected December 5, 2025
100out of 100
Latest CDC sanitation score
Passed
Silver Ray scored 100 out of 100 in its latest CDC Vessel Sanitation Program inspection, on December 5, 2025. It passed: ships pass with 86 or more.
+7 vs previous inspection (93, Mar 29, 2025)
96.5average of the last 2 inspections
93lowest score (March 2025)
2inspections since 2025
0failed inspections
Inspection history of Silver Ray
Every CDC inspection score on record for Silver Ray: 2 inspections from March 29, 2025 to December 5, 2025, 1 perfect score of 100 and no failed inspections.
The full findings of the last 2 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).
December 5, 2025
100Passed
12 findings · 0 points deducted
No points deducted.
All 12 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.
Bars3 findings
Item 19Deck 3 - The Shelter Bar
More than a day’s accumulation of dust and residue collected around and beneath stored open alcohol bottles on a shelf. Additionally, greater than a day’s accumulation of dust collected on decorative champagne bottles displayed in a large basin on the bar counter. The bar was not open for service.
Item 21Deck 10 - S.A.L.T.
The corners of the alcohol display shutters were chipped, exposing raw wood and creating difficult-to-clean surfaces.
Item 27Deck 3 - The Shelter Bar
More than a day’s accumulation of dust and residue collected on shelves storing open alcohol bottles, including around and beneath stored bottles. Additionally, greater than a day’s accumulation of dust collected on decorative champagne bottles displayed in a large basin on the bar counter. The bar was not open for service.
Galleys (kitchens)3 findings
Item 08Deck 2 - Hot Preparation
Water continuously dripped from the atmospheric vent of the backflow prevention device for the deck-mounted combination ovens.
Item 22Deck 4 - La Terrazza Dishwashing Area
One final rinse spray nozzle on the rack-type dishwashing machine was blocked and not spraying. Crew removed, cleaned, and reinstalled the nozzle immediately.
Item 28Deck 3 - The Atlantide Dishwash
Five, wet waiter trays were stacked tightly together on a drying rack, preventing proper air drying. Water dripped from the tray surfaces when they were removed from the stack. Crew initiated corrective action.
Dining rooms2 findings
Item 21Deck 3 - The Atlantide Waiter Station (Near the Dishwash)
The countertop rear coving was cracked on the soiled side of the waiter station, creating a difficult-to-clean area where dust accumulated.
Item 27Deck 3 - The Atlantide Waiter Station (Near the Dishwash)
More than a day’s accumulation of dust and food debris collected in difficult-to-clean surfaces of the soiled waiter station's countertop cracked rear coving.
Drinking water2 findings
Item 06Legionella Sampling
The salon and pedicure devices were not sampled for Legionella within the previous six months. Crew confirmed that these locations will be included in the sample collection on 12 December 2025. (New VSP 2025 Environmental Public Health Standard)
Item 08Deck 0 - Compartment 8
The potable water line supplying the safety shower and eye wash station was not striped blue/green/blue. Crew initiated corrective action.
Buffets1 finding
Item 39Deck 4 - La Terrazza Coffee Station
One fruit fly was in this area.
Pools, hot tubs and water play areas1 finding
Item 10Deck 10 - Main Swimming Pool
The aft lifesaving ring was not easily removable from the bulkhead in case of emergencies. Crew initiated corrective action.
March 29, 2025
93Passed
16 findings · 7 points deducted
Points deducted (100 − 7 = 93):
−3 ptsItem 09: RWF halogen residuals
−3 ptsItem 13: Management, knowledge, monitoring
−1 ptItem 36: Lighting provided, shielded
Show all 16 findings
All 16 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.
Buffets3 findings
Item 19Deck 4 - La Terrazza
The handles of the self-service serving tongs were touching the bread out for passenger self-service.
Item 36Deck 2 - Crew Mess
The light intensity did not reach the required 220 lux at the Crew Mess self-service hot line.
There was no follow-up documentation for a fecal accident that occurred in a passenger stateroom on February 3. Medical staff were able to show an email where housekeeping reported the incident, however, there was no notation that medical followed up with the passenger to determine if the individual met the case definition and required isolation. Medical staff said they spoke with the passenger who had the incident but due to a problem with the electronic medical system, they were not able to record the interaction.
Item 11Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) Record Review
A food handler had an onset of AGE symptoms on March 5 at 0300, but did not report to medical until 1730 that same day. A review of the records showed the crew member did not visit the crew mess or report to work. The crew member received disciplinary action. Documentation showed the crew member attempted to report to medical at 1000, but this was not during the period when the medical center was open for crew. The crew member left and returned when medical opened for crew in the evening. A food handler had an onset of AGE symptoms on March 6 at 2300 while at work. The crew member continued to work overnight, clocking out on March 7 at 0420 and reported to medical at 0445. The medical staff said the crew member originally thought the symptoms were normal based on some medication they were taking. The crew member received disciplinary action, and a food assessment was completed. A food handler had an onset of AGE symptoms on February 6 at 2230, but did not to medical until 0940 on February 7. The crew member was working when they first exhibited symptoms and clocked out immediately. On the food employee assessment, no action was noted for the cleaning and disinfecting the area where the food handler was working when they became symptomatic. A nonfood handler had an onset of AGE symptoms on January 9 at 2045. The crew member reported to medical on January 10 at 0900. A review of the food/beverage questionnaire showed the crew member visited the crew mess at 0830 on January 10 prior to reporting to medical.
Item 13Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) Record Review
A food handler had an onset of AGE symptoms on March 5 at 0300, but did not report to medical until 1730 that same day. A review of the records showed the crew member did not visit the crew mess or report to work. The crew member received disciplinary action. Documentation showed the crew member attempted to report to medical at 1000, but this was not during the period when the medical center was open for crew. The crew member left and returned when medical opened for crew in the evening. A food handler had an onset of AGE symptoms on March 6 at 2300 while at work. The crew member continued to work overnight, clocking out on March 7 at 0420 and reported to medical at 0445. The medical staff said the crew member originally thought the symptoms were normal based on some medication they were taking. The crew member received disciplinary action, and a food assessment was completed. A food handler had an onset of AGE symptoms on February 6 at 2230, but did not to medical until 0940 on February 7. The crew member was working when they first exhibited symptoms and clocked out immediately. On the food employee assessment, no action was noted for the cleaning and disinfecting the area where the food handler was working when they became symptomatic. A nonfood handler had an onset of AGE symptoms on January 9 at 2045, but did not report to medical until January 10 at 0900. A review of the food/beverage questionnaire showed the crew member visited the crew mess at 0830 on January 10 prior to reporting to medical.
Food safety, general2 findings
Item 19Food Protection
The protective coating was peeling off the light bulbs above the food out for passenger and crew self-service in the following locations: Deck 10 Marquee, Deck 4 La Terrazza, and Deck 2 Crew Mess. There were no replacement bulbs on board the ship at the time of the inspection.
Item 36Lighting
The protective coating was peeling off the light bulbs above the food out for passenger and crew self-service in the following locations: Deck 10 Marquee, Deck 4 La Terrazza, and Deck 2 Crew Mess. There were no replacement bulbs on board the ship at the time of the inspection.
Pools, hot tubs and water play areas1 finding
Item 09Deck 10 - Main Pool
The chlorine residual level in the main pool was measured below 1 ppm while the facility was open. The inspector measured the chlorine residual at 0.32, 0.56, and 0.31 ppm in the pool. The crew measured the chlorine residual at 0.18 and 0.26 ppm. Staff stated the chlorine container used to pump chlorine into the pool was empty. In the pump room, the chlorine analyzer read 0.5 ppm. The inspector measured the chlorine residual at 0.6 ppm, and the crew measured 0.62 ppm. The low-level alarm was going off, and the engineer on duty tried to contact multiple individuals concerning the alarm.
Galleys (kitchens)5 findings
Item 20Deck 3 - Main Galley - Bakery Item 0350471
The proofer cabinet was out of service. The crew stated that the machine has never worked since it was received on board. The crew provided the work order.
Item 21Deck 10 - S.A.L.T. Lab Show Galley
A difficult-to-clean seam surrounded the grease chute inside the flat top grill grease chute housing.
Item 28Deck 4 - La Terrazza
A crew member wiped multiple plates with a brown paper towel. The chef immediately stopped the crew member and directed them to place the plate back into the dishwash soiled area.
Item 29Deck 10 - Marquee
The water temperature at the handwashing station measured 127°F. It was not adjustable by the user.
Item 39Deck 10 - Marquee
A large fly was in the area.
Pantries1 finding
Item 29Deck 8 - Housekeeping Pantry
The handwashing sink was measured at 129°F. It was not adjustable by the user.
Drinking water1 finding
Item 08Deck 0 - Production Line
The potable water production line was striped blue/gray/blue between the chlorine injection point and the static mixer. The line was restriped blue/green/blue.
To see this report on the CDC site: open the CDC inspection search, choose Silver Ray in the list of cruise ships, select “All Dates” and press Search, then open “Report” next to the inspection date. (The CDC tool does not allow direct links to a single report.)
Gastrointestinal illness outbreaks
The CDC posts an outbreak when 3% or more of passengers or crew report gastrointestinal symptoms to the ship’s medical staff on a voyage, and may also post other outbreaks of public health significance (CDC outbreak list). Outbreaks posted for Silver Ray since 2023:
