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Silver Shadow CDC inspection score

Latest score, full inspection history and the violations CDC inspectors found on Silver Shadow.

  • Source: CDC public records
  • Data checked on October 31, 2026
  • Pass mark: 86 out of 100
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SilverseaInspected November 10, 2025

Latest CDC sanitation score

Passed

Silver Shadow scored 91 out of 100 in its latest CDC Vessel Sanitation Program inspection, on November 10, 2025. It passed: ships pass with 86 or more.

−5 vs previous inspection (96, May 27, 2025)
95.0average of the last 5 inspections
82lowest score (June 2013)
36inspections since 2000
2failed inspections

Inspection history of Silver Shadow

Every CDC inspection score on record for Silver Shadow: 36 inspections from October 24, 2000 to November 10, 2025, 1 perfect score of 100 and 2 failed inspections.

7580859095100Fail zone: 85 or lower2000200420082012201620202024Oct 24, 2000: 97Sep 18, 2002: 99Jun 12, 2004: 99Sep 10, 2004: 92Jan 5, 2005: 97Jul 15, 2006: 97Sep 18, 2006: 95Jan 14, 2007: 93May 24, 2007: 96Nov 6, 2007: 97Jul 18, 2008: 99Jan 3, 2009: 94Jul 8, 2009: 93Jan 22, 2010: 99Aug 18, 2010: 96Jun 13, 2011: 98Sep 4, 2011: 97May 29, 2012: 99Sep 3, 2012: 95Jun 17, 2013: 82Aug 22, 2013: 97May 27, 2014: 96Aug 10, 2014: 92Jan 7, 2015: 95Apr 16, 2015: 82Jul 25, 2015: 99May 23, 2016: 100Aug 27, 2016: 98May 29, 2017: 95May 26, 2018: 93Dec 3, 2019: 96Jun 2, 2023: 95Sep 19, 2024: 97Jan 4, 2025: 96May 27, 2025: 96Nov 10, 2025: 917580859095100Fail zone: 85 or lower20002006201220182024Oct 24, 2000: 97Sep 18, 2002: 99Jun 12, 2004: 99Sep 10, 2004: 92Jan 5, 2005: 97Jul 15, 2006: 97Sep 18, 2006: 95Jan 14, 2007: 93May 24, 2007: 96Nov 6, 2007: 97Jul 18, 2008: 99Jan 3, 2009: 94Jul 8, 2009: 93Jan 22, 2010: 99Aug 18, 2010: 96Jun 13, 2011: 98Sep 4, 2011: 97May 29, 2012: 99Sep 3, 2012: 95Jun 17, 2013: 82Aug 22, 2013: 97May 27, 2014: 96Aug 10, 2014: 92Jan 7, 2015: 95Apr 16, 2015: 82Jul 25, 2015: 99May 23, 2016: 100Aug 27, 2016: 98May 29, 2017: 95May 26, 2018: 93Dec 3, 2019: 96Jun 2, 2023: 95Sep 19, 2024: 97Jan 4, 2025: 96May 27, 2025: 96Nov 10, 2025: 91

All scores

Show all 36 inspections
Inspection dateResultReportScore
November 10, 2025Passedfindings below91
May 27, 2025Passedfindings below96
January 4, 2025Passedfindings below96
September 19, 2024Passed97
June 2, 2023Passed95
December 3, 2019Passed96
May 26, 2018Passed93
May 29, 2017Passed95
August 27, 2016Passed98
May 23, 2016Passed100
July 25, 2015Passed99
April 16, 2015Failed82
January 7, 2015Passed95
August 10, 2014Passed92
May 27, 2014Passed96
August 22, 2013Passed97
June 17, 2013Failed82
September 3, 2012Passed95
May 29, 2012Passed99
September 4, 2011Passed97
June 13, 2011Passed98
August 18, 2010Passed96
January 22, 2010Passed99
July 8, 2009Passed93
January 3, 2009Passed94
July 18, 2008Passed99
November 6, 2007Passed97
May 24, 2007Passed96
January 14, 2007Passed93
September 18, 2006Passed95
July 15, 2006Passed97
January 5, 2005Passed97
September 10, 2004Passed92
June 12, 2004Passed99
September 18, 2002Passed99
October 24, 2000Passed97

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).

November 10, 2025

91Passed

44 findings · 9 points deducted

Points deducted (100 − 9 = 91):

  • −3 ptsItem 13: Management, knowledge, monitoring
  • −3 ptsItem 26: Food-contact surfaces equipment / utensils clean; Safe
  • −2 ptsItem 19: Food protected storage, preparation, display, service, transportation; Original containers, labeling; Food handling minimized; In-use food dispensing, preparation utensils stored
  • −1 ptItem 33: Decks / bulkheads / deckheads construction, repair, clean

All 44 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)23 findings

  • Item 08Deck 4 - Pastry

    Debris blocked portions of the atmospheric vents on the backflow prevention devices for the combination ovens.

  • Item 13Deck 3

    Approximately 20 shellstock tags were maintained for a variety of shellstock served the previous few months while the ship has been in North America, however, the tags did not include dates of when the last shellstock was served.

  • Item 15Deck 3

    A small can of figs was significantly dented along the bottom and side seams.

  • Item 17Deck 4 - Cold Galley

    A cooling log entry was incorrectly identified as couscous instead of the product identity, quinoa. Additional, an entry for Caesar salad prepared from ambient ingredients the day prior only identified the initial cooling time and temperature and not the recorded temperature within 4 hours.

  • Item 18Deck 3

    A stack of raw shell eggs was stored against a pan of cooked broccoli and cauliflower in an undercounter refrigerator. The eggs were transferred to another unit separate from other cooked foods. Additionally, a tray of packaged raw bacon was stored above a container of raw potato products. The bacon was moved below.

  • Item 21Deck 3

    An open gap inside the grooved grill's grease chute housing lead to an inaccessible area that was difficult to clean.

  • Item 21Deck 3

    A label was peeling from the top and lower area of the tilting pan's technical compartment rendering the area difficult to clean.

  • Item 24Deck 3 - Three Compartment Sink

    The water temperature in the final sanitizing rinse chlorine solution measured 70°F with the inspector's thermometer. This area was in operation.

  • Item 26Deck 3

    Dried red food residue was on the food contact end of the previously cleaned and sanitized handheld blender.

  • Item 26Deck 3 - Dishwash

    One previously cleaned and sanitized plastic drinking cup was soiled with brown residue on the food contact surface.

  • Item 26Deck 3 - Dishwash

    Two previously cleaned and sanitized serving tongs on the clean storage racks had dried food residue on the food contact ends.

  • Item 26Deck 3

    Five previously cleaned and sanitized knives had old food soil on the blades.

  • Item 26Deck 4 - Cold Galley

    More than a day's accumulation of food residue was on the blade and rotating gears of the can opener.

  • Item 27Deck 3

    Food debris was on the surface of the knife locker.

  • Item 28Deck 4 - Equipment Locker

    Food and general debris were on the deck and storage shelving where clean food equipment was stored.

  • Item 28Deck 3

    Water moisture was on the blades and handles of the previously cleaned and sanitized knives stored in the knife locker.

  • Item 30Deck 3 Portside

    The dual crew handwashing station was not equipped with paper towels. The area was in operation.

  • Item 33Deck 3 Dishwash & Potwash

    The deck grouting in several areas was missing or in poor repair.

  • Item 33Deck 4 - Equipment Locker

    Food and general debris were on the deck and storage shelving where clean food equipment was stored.

  • Item 33Deck 4

    Deck tile grout was in poor repair or missing throughout the dishwash areas, pastry and bakery.

  • Item 36Deck 3 - Dishwash

    Light intensity at the clean storage was less than 220 lux.

  • Item 36Deck 4 - Hot Galley

    A deckhead light was burnt out inside the walk-in refrigerator which affected the required 110 lux light intensity.

  • Item 39Deck 3 - Dishwash

    Two fruit flies were at the soiled drop-off counter.

Buffets5 findings

  • Item 17Deck 3 - Crew Mess - Beverage Station

    The posted time control plan for this area did not indicate the condiment station where milk was maintained on time control.

  • Item 19Deck 3 - Crew Mess - Beverage Station

    A tray of apples was out for crew self-service without serving tongs. Additionally, the apples were not protected by a sneeze shield or other means.

  • Item 26Deck 3 - Beverage Station

    Dried brown food residue soiled the inside surface of a cup out for crew self-service. Additionally, old food soil of more than a service period was on the underside of the espresso machine's dispensing surface.

  • Item 28Deck 7 - La Terazza

    Standing water was inside the previously cleaned and sanitized milk container.

  • Item 33Deck 3 - Crew Mess

    Two small penetrations were in the bulkhead near the beverage station, which made the area difficult to clean.

Food storage (provisions)3 findings

  • Item 19Deck 3 - Corridor

    Condensate on the deckhead dripped onto boxes of provisioned herbs and edible flowers that were recently provisioned and stored in the provision corridor.

  • Item 19Deck 3 - Fish Thaw Room

    Condensate droplets formed on the deckhead inside the fish thaw room and actively dripped onto packaged fish products below. Several of the water droplets on the deckhead were brown caused by staining from discolored deckhead surfaces.

  • Item 33Deck 3 - Fish Thaw Room

    Condensate droplets formed on the deckhead inside the fish thaw room and actively dripped onto packaged fish products below. Several of the droplets on the deckhead were brown caused by staining from discolored deckhead surfaces.

Bars3 findings

  • Item 20Deck 5 - Atrium - Espresso Machine

    Two slotted fasteners were on the coffee filter push plates of the espresso machine.

  • Item 26Deck 5 - Atrium - Espresso Machine

    Coffee residue was encrusted inside the two slotted fasteners on the coffee filter push plates.

  • Item 28Deck 5 - Atrium- Espresso Machine

    Standing water was inside the previously cleaned and sanitized milk container.

Food preparation rooms2 findings

  • Item 33Deck 3 - Vegetable and Butcher

    Deck grout was recessed or missing in multiple areas throughout these rooms.

  • Item 36Deck 3

    Light intensity behind the pasta dough forming machine and the salad spinner was less than 110 lux.

Pantries1 finding

  • Item 26Bridge

    Old coffee residue of more than a day's accumulation was on the underside dispensing nozzle housing and nozzle of the counter-mounted coffee machine.

Drinking water3 findings

  • Item 08Cross Connection Log

    Six nontestable backflow prevention devices (Deck Pantries 4,5,6,7,8,9) were sanitized and disinfected in August 2025. However, the cross connection log did not reflect the updated date of replacement. The log stated 'May 2025' for these devices.

  • Item 08Engine Room

    The pipe after the chlorine injection point for production was striped blue/gray/blue, indicating permeate or distillate water.

  • Item 08Engine Room

    The sample cock was not pointed in a downward position for 'potable water tank #3.'

Pools, hot tubs and water play areas2 findings

  • Item 10Main Pool and Whirlpools

    No safety signs were posted at three recreational water facilities. The main pool was open to passengers during the time of inspection. Crew stated the signs were removed to conduct maintenance for these facilities.

  • Item 10Main Pool

    Floating debris and other residue were on the top portion of the pool water. The water fill level exceeded the pool level skim by approximately 5 inches, resulting in insufficient skim.

Food safety, general1 finding

  • Item 15Shellstock Tags

    Approximately 20 shellstock tags were maintained for a variety of shellstock served the previous few months while the ship has been in North America, however, the tags did not include dates of when the last shellstock was served.

Other areas1 finding

  • Item 28Deck 2 - Hotel Stores

    More than 10, boxed or packaged single-service food articles, such as plastic cutlery, tooth picks, paper cups and lids, were stored in this storeroom that had unfinished deckhead. Piping, cables, and duct work traversed above these items.

May 27, 2025

96Passed

47 findings · 4 points deducted

Points deducted (100 − 4 = 96):

  • −2 ptsItem 19: Food protected storage, preparation, display, service, transportation; Original containers, labeling; Food handling minimized; In-use food dispensing, preparation utensils stored
  • −1 ptItem 21: Nonfood-contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • −1 ptItem 33: Decks / bulkheads / deckheads construction, repair, clean
Show all 47 findings

All 47 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.

Buffets13 findings

  • Item 08Deck 7 - La Terazza - Beverage Counter

    The backflow prevention device for the countertop coffee maker was in disrepair with blocked atmospheric vents.

  • Item 19Deck 7 - La Terazza - Waiter Stations

    Glass carafes containing water were stored at all waiter stations, unprotected, with no lids or other coverings. Approximately, 15 carafes were observed unprotected throughout the indoor and outdoor waiter stations.

  • Item 19Deck 7 - La Terazza - Cold Counter

    The handles for a set of tongs were resting inside a tray of grapes. The grapes were removed.

  • Item 20Deck 2 - Front Service Area

    The ice machine was out-of-service at the time of the inspection.

  • Item 21Deck 7 - La Terazza - Hot Area

    The door hinges were in disrepair for the center undercounter time control cabinet.

  • Item 22Deck 2 - Front Service Area

    The sanitizing bucket had water with an oily residue on top. No rag was in the bucket at the time of the inspection.

  • Item 28Deck 7 - La Terazza - Cold Counter

    Ten previously cleaned and sanitized glasses out for service were stored dripping wet on the buffet counter.

  • Item 33Deck 7 - La Terazza - Gluten-Free Area

    The drain for the technical space under the coffee maker was blocked causing water to pool onto the deck.

  • Item 33Deck 7 - La Terazza - Beverage Counter

    Water pooled on the deck in the undercounter area beneath the hot water urn.

  • Item 33Deck 7 - La Terazza - Beverage Counter

    The deck was heavily soiled in the undercounter space below the beverage counter.

  • Item 33Deck 7 - La Terazza - Beverage Counter

    A hole was in the bulkhead at the undercounter juncture making the area difficult to keep clean.

  • Item 34Deck 7 - La Terazza - Gluten-Free Area

    The drain for the technical space under the coffee maker was blocked causing water to pool onto the deck.

  • Item 39Deck 7 - La Terazza - Gluten-Free Area

    One fruit fly was seen in this area.

Other areas8 findings

  • Item 08Deck 7 - Stateroom 728

    Water consistently leaked from the air relief vents of the backflow prevention device for the whirlpool tub's shower hose when the water was engaged indicating possible malfunction.

  • Item 19Deck 5 - Art Cafe

    Four stacks of plates out for service were stored upright and unprotected during active service.

  • Item 21Deck 8 - Pool Grill - Ice Cream Station

    The chilled water generator in the undercounter technical compartment was leaking, causing water to pool on the deck.

  • Item 21Deck 5 - Art Cafe

    Chilled water dripped from the undercounter generator housing unit below the main service counter.

  • Item 33Deck 5 - Art Cafe

    The undercounter technical space in this area had stagnant water pooled on the deck.

  • Item 33Deck 8 - Pool Grill - Ice Cream Station

    The chilled water generator in the undercounter technical compartment was leaking, causing water to pool on the deck.

  • Item 33Deck 8 - Pool Grill - Service

    Two undercounter technical spaces had stagnant water pooling on the deck due to dripping potable water lines in the front service area.

  • Item 34Deck 8 - Pool Grill - Service Area

    Two undercounter technical spaces had stagnant water on the deck due to dripping potable water lines in the front service area.

Galleys (kitchens)12 findings

  • Item 08Deck 4 - Hot Line

    The backflow prevention device for the combination oven was in disrepair with blocked atmospheric vents.

  • Item 20Deck 4 - Hot Line

    The heat lamps above the bain marie station had slotted screws in the food splash area.

  • Item 21Deck 7 - La Terazza - Hot Area

    The door handle for the top combination oven was in disrepair.

  • Item 21Deck 4 - Cold

    The door hinges were in disrepair for the center undercounter plate storage cabinet.

  • Item 22Deck 7 - La Terazza - Warewashing Area

    The door for the hood-type dishwashing machine was very difficult to raise.

  • Item 24Deck 4 - Warewashing Area

    The final rinse water temperature was measured at 203°F after multiple attempts.

  • Item 26Deck 4 - Hot Line

    The heat lamps above the bain marie station were soiled with more than a day's worth of accumulated food debris. This area had previously been cleaned.

  • Item 30Deck 4 - Crew Toilet

    The crew toilet door was not self-closing.

  • Item 33Deck 4 - Hot Line

    A heavy amount of water pooled on the deck below the stacked combination ovens. The ovens were not in use at the time of the inspection.

  • Item 33Deck 7 - La Terazza - Hot Area

    A fire blanket bag attached to the bulkhead was heavily soiled and stored above the hot cooking area.

  • Item 38Deck 8 - Pool Grill - Hot Line

    The oven used for 'hot rocks' was not in service for the last four months. Staff stated they were not sure if this piece of equipment would be used in the future.

  • Item 39Deck 4 - Cold

    One fly was in this area.

Pantries7 findings

  • Item 08Deck 7 - La Dame

    The backflow prevention device for the water dispenser machine was in disrepair with blocked atmospheric vents.

  • Item 21Bridge Pantry

    Electrical wiring was coiled on the countertop below the counter-mounted coffee machine impeding effective cleaning.

  • Item 21Deck 8 - Pool - Back Bar Storage Shelves

    The back bar storage shelves were in disrepair with chipped paint and scored wood making them difficult to clean.

  • Item 26Deck 8 - Pool Bar

    The ice machine's water tray arm spring was heavily rusted. This spring was in a food splash area.

  • Item 26Deck 7 - La Dame

    The evaporator deflector panel of the ice machine was soiled. Cleaning took place immediately.

  • Item 26Bridge Pantry

    Old coffee residue of more than a day's accumulation was on the underside dispensing nozzle housing and nozzle of the counter-mounted coffee machine.

  • Item 27Deck 7 - Ice Machine

    Black granular sediment was on the white catch tray inside the technical compartment of the ice machine. This was corrected.

Bars3 findings

  • Item 16Deck 10 - Observation Lounge

    Milk for the coffee machine had a time-control sticker indicating a 10:00 am discard time; however, it was 10:45 am when the inspector checked this container. This area was in service at the time of the inspection.

  • Item 33Deck 10 - Observation Lounge

    The undercounter chilled water line was leaking causing water to pool onto the deck.

  • Item 33Deck 10 - Observation Lounge

    The deckhead mounted light was dislodged and not working above the countertop coffee machine making the deckhead difficult to clean.

Food safety, general1 finding

  • Item 21Warewashing/Service Areas

    The utensil racks in all warewashing and service areas were heavily scored and damaged making them difficult to keep clean.

Drinking water2 findings

  • Item *Engine Room - Evaporator / RO

    Blind lines were present on water piping directed to water production with the evaporator and reverse osmosis unit. Approximately 0.5 meter of piping was capped on both the distillate and permeate water lines after an elbow which directed the water to production.

  • Item 08Engine Room Evaporator - High Saline Discharge

    The location of the reduced pressure (RP) assembly backflow prevention device on the distillate line did not protect water directed to production from the high saline overboard discharge or other possible water discharges downstream this line. An RP was on the distillate line as it exited the evaporator; however, it was upstream the three-way valve, which directed water to either overboard or production. The overboard line for high saline discharge combined with other piping before it left the vessel with no additional backflow protection.

Medical center1 finding

  • Item 11Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) Log

    On the voyage from 6 February to 19 February 2025, a food worker experienced AGE symptoms while working at 1730 and continued to work until reporting to medical at 1912 that day. Additionally, on voyage 4 January to 26 January, a food worker experienced AGE symptoms at 1415 and continued working until reporting to medical at 1530 that day. Disciplinary actions and training were initiated for both crew members.

January 4, 2025

96Passed

42 findings · 4 points deducted

Points deducted (100 − 4 = 96):

  • −3 ptsItem 13: Management, knowledge, monitoring
  • −1 ptItem 33: Decks / bulkheads / deckheads construction, repair, clean
Show all 42 findings

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.

Galleys (kitchens)24 findings

  • Item 16Deck 6- Hot Line

    At 0955, one bag of hash browns and one bag of french fries were in the time control drawer next to the grill. According to the time control plan, all food items on time control should have been discarded at 0930. The hash browns and french fries were discarded.

  • Item 16Deck 6- Cold Galley

    At1030, five trays holding approximately 10 sandwiches each were on the counter labeled time control. The sandwiches did not have a set up or discard time label. According to the time control plan, time control did not start until 1200 for that area. Crew stated the sandwiches would be sent to a different area and placed on time control at 1100. The sandwiches measured 48F by the inspector's thermometer and had been prepared 20 minutes prior to the inspection team entering the area. The sandwiches were moved to the refrigerator.

  • Item 17Deck 6- Cold Galley

    At1030, five trays holding approximately 10 sandwiches each were on the counter labeled time control. The sandwiches did not have a set up or discard time label. According to the time control plan, time control did not start until 1200 for that area. Crew stated the sandwiches would be sent to a different area and placed on time control at 1100. The sandwiches measured 48F by the inspector's thermometer and had been prepared 20 minutes prior to the inspection team entering the area. The sandwiches were moved to the refrigerator.

  • Item 19Deck 7- La Dame

    Debris was in the ice machine's recirculation water. The ice machine was immediately cleaned.

  • Item 20Deck 6- Cold Galley

    The plastic lid was broken on the ice crusher, making it difficult to clean.

  • Item 20Deck 6- Cold Galley

    Two slotted fasteners were on the inside of the ice crusher.

  • Item 20Deck 6- Pastry

    Two slotted fasteners were on the metal shoot used to add ingredients to the two-armed mixer.

  • Item 21Deck 6- Pastry

    A screw nut was missing on the right arm of the two-armed mixer.

  • Item 21Deck 6- Hot Galley

    Water dripped continuously from the bottom of the soup kettle.

  • Item 22Deck 6- Portside Dishwash

    The curtains on the soiled entrance to the machine were curled and in disrepair. A work order was placed for new curtains.

  • Item 26Deck 7- La Dame

    Debris was in the ice machine's recirculation water. The ice machine was immediately cleaned.

  • Item 27Deck 8- Pool Grill

    Grease and other debris soiled the underside of the portable flat top grill.

  • Item 33Deck 8- Pool Grill

    The deck grouting was recessed and in disrepair. This was noted on the previous inspection.

  • Item 33Deck 3- Pulper

    The deck under the pulper was soiled with greater than one day's worth of debris.

  • Item 33Deck 6- Portside Coffee Station

    The deck was soiled with greater than one day's worth of debris under the water dispenser.

  • Item 33Deck 6- Hot Galley

    Water pooled on the deck directly below the continuously dripping soup kettle.

  • Item 33Deck 6- Hot Galley

    Black debris was on the bulkhead under the soup kettle.

  • Item 33Deck 3- Tilting Kettles and Blast Chiller

    The bulkhead under the tilting kettles and the deck under the blast chiller were soiled with greater than one day's worth of dust and debris.

  • Item 33Deck 3- Hot Galley

    The deck grouting was recessed and in disrepair. This was noted on the previous inspection.

  • Item 33Deck 6- Cold Galley

    Water dripped continuously from the hatch in the deckhead onto the soiled storage counter.

  • Item 39Deck 3- Hot Galley

    A house fly was in this area.

  • Item 39Deck 6- Hot Galley

    One house fly was in this area.

  • Item 39Deck 6- Cleaning Locker

    One fruit fly was in this area.

  • Item 39Deck 6- Pastry

    One fruit fly was near the ice cream machine.

Buffets4 findings

  • Item 16Deck 7- La Terraza

    The Tuscan Eggs Benedict did not have a consumer advisory. A consumer advisory sign was posted near the eggs benedict, but it was not clear the sign referenced the egg dish.

  • Item 27Deck 3- Starboard Crew Mess

    Dust accumulated on the countertop and coffee machines cords. This was cleaned immediately.

  • Item 33Deck 3- Starboard Crew Mess

    The coving separated from the deck under the dessert and bread station, making the area difficult to clean. The area was soiled with a large accumulation of dust and debris.

  • Item 33Deck 7- La Terraza

    Two gaps were in the coving under the juice station, making the area difficult to clean. A work order was submitted.

Pantries2 findings

  • Item 087 - Butler Pantry A.O. 7.216

    The atmospheric vents on backflow prevention device for the spray hose were blocked with a green accumulation.

  • Item 33Deck 8- Pool Bar

    The deck grouting was recessed and in disrepair. This was noted on the previous inspection.

Food safety, general1 finding

  • Item 13Time Control

    At1030, five trays holding approximately 10 sandwiches each were on the counter labeled time control. The sandwiches did not have a set up or discard time label. According to the time control plan, time control did not start until 1200 for that area. Crew stated the sandwiches would be sent to a different area and placed on time control at 1100. The sandwiches measured 48F by the inspector's thermometer and had been prepared 20 minutes prior to the inspection team entering the area. The sandwiches were moved to the refrigerator. At 0955, one bag of hashbrowns and one bag of french fries were in the time control drawer next to the grill. According to the time control plan, all food items on time control should have been discarded at 0930. The hashbrowns and french fries were discarded. The milk for the coffee machine was labeled with a 1035 set up and 1435 discard time. According to the time control plan, 'early riser' service period was from 0630-1015 and 'light snacks' service period was from 1045 to 1430.

Drinking water4 findings

  • Item 06Distant Point Analyzer Chart Records

    The 15 November 2024 far point analyzer-chart record had a 2.5 hour overlap in recording from 0800 until 1030. There were no notations on this chart to identify why this overlap in recording occurred.

  • Item 06Distant Point Analyzer Chart Records

    The 22 November 2024 far point analyzer-chart record had a five hour period where the measured chlorine residual level exceeded 5.0 mg/L (PPM). Though the ship was undergoing dry dock, there were no indications on this chart to identify why chlorine residual value exceeded the upper limit of the range for five hours.

  • Item 08Deck 1 - Potable Water Bunkering Injection Area, Starboard

    The potable water bunkering line was striped green/blue/green. Crew initiated corrective action.

  • Item 08Potable Water System Disinfection Record

    Crew identified the emergency procedure of 200 mg/L (PPM) for 1 hour was used to disinfect 18 distribution components; however, the records identified the start and stop times for this procedure were four hours in length.

Bars3 findings

  • Item 16Deck 5- Atrium Bar

    The milk for the coffee machine was labeled with a 1035 set up and 1435 discard time. According to the time control plan, 'early riser' service period was from 0630-1015 and 'light snacks' service period was from 1045 to 1430.

  • Item 17Deck 5- Atrium Bar

    The milk for the coffee machine was labeled with a 1035 set up and 1435 discard time. According to the time control plan, 'early riser' service period was from 0630-1015 and 'light snacks' service period was from 1045 to 1430.

  • Item 21Deck 5- Atrium Bar

    The cords for many pieces of equipment rested on the counter top in this area. The cords were lifted to allow for proper cleaning.

Food preparation rooms2 findings

  • Item 28Deck 3- Clean and Soiled Storage

    There was less than six inches between the clean storage and soiled storage and no physical barrier separating the two.

  • Item 28Deck 3- Clean Storage

    Approximately 10 large, clear storage bins were stacked wet in a manner that did not allow them to dry.

Medical center1 finding

  • Item 0124-Hour Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) Report

    The passenger count listed on the 24-hour AGE report submitted on 13 December 2024 did not accurately reflect the total number of passengers at the beginning of the voyage. Crew identified the passenger count on the submitted document as 627, while the passenger count at the beginning of the voyage was 338. Medical identified the error occurred by adding the passenger count with the crew count.

Pools, hot tubs and water play areas1 finding

  • Item 10Deck 8 - Main Swimming Pool

    Two screws were missing on the portside drain cover - the forward middle screw and the starboard middle screw. The drain cover was intact.

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