October 13, 2025
98Passed22 findings · 2 points deducted
Points deducted (100 − 2 = 98):
- −2 ptsItem 10: RWF maintenance, safety equipment
All 22 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 areas1 finding
- Item 10Deck 5 - Aft Showers
Two out of the three aft showers could not be turned on. Two out of the three recreational water facilities in the area were in operation during the inspection.
Galleys (kitchens)8 findings
- Item 22Deck 5 - World Cafe - Dishwash
Staff explained the final sanitizing rinse temperature of the rack-type dishwash machine was not within proper range since the day prior to the inspection. All items sent through this machine were then sent through the hood-type glasswash machine for wash and sanitize.
- Item 22Deck 5 - World Cafe - Dishwash
The black cables inside the blower compartment of the rack-type dishwash machine were soiled with dust.
- Item 22Deck 5 - World Cafe - Dishwash
Aluminum tape was around the exhaust duct above the center of the rack-type dishwash machine, making the equipment difficult to clean.
- Item 22Deck 5 - World Cafe - Potwash
The hot water sanitizing temperature gauge of the three-compartment sink read 130°F while the sanitizing solution measured 178°F using the inspector's thermometer.
- Item 28Deck 5 - World Cafe
A previously cleaned and sanitized blender was stored wet inside and capped closed on the clean over-shelf.
- Item 30Deck 5 - Grill
The sign at the handwashing station in the pantry stated 'Wash Hands After Using Toilet.'
- Item 33Deck 5 - World Cafe - Dishwash
Condensate was on the bulkhead and deckhead inside the exhaust hood overhang on the clean side of the rack-type dishwash machine. Condensate dripped along the clean over-shelf support.
- Item 37Deck 5 - World Cafe - Dishwash
Condensate was on the bulkhead and deckhead inside the exhaust hood overhang on the clean side of the rack-type dishwash machine. Condensate dripped along the clean over-shelf support.
Buffets7 findings
- Item 20Deck 5 - Grill
The coffee machine had been out of service since the day before the inspection.
- Item 20Deck 5 - World Cafe - Starboard Beverage Station
The ice/water dispenser had been out of service for two days.
- Item 20Deck 5 - World Cafe - Pizza Station
The dough sheeter belt was frayed in a few areas.
- Item 21Deck 5 - World Cafe
The white countertops had some cracks and chips on the worker side of the buffet line.
- Item 21Deck 1 - Manfredi's
The white countertop was chipped, had sharp edges, and had excess grout on the front underside on the worker side of the counter. Also, the countertop was chipped around the far-right flat top grill.
- Item 21Deck 5 - Sushi
The metal frame around the undercounter cabinet doors was damaged on the bottom, which created gaps.
- Item 36Deck 5 - World Cafe - Beverage Stations (Port and Starboard)
The light intensity measured less than 110 lux behind and around the beverage equipment.
Pest control2 findings
- Item 40Rat Guards
The mooring lines were not fully enclosed by the rat guards which caused gaps.
- Item 40Active Surveillance Log
The monitoring traps listed on the 5-13 October 2025 active surveillance log were missing entries for all messes, bars, and the recycling center. According to the integrated pest management plan, an entry is to be recorded.
Bars1 finding
- Item 21Deck 5 - World Cafe - Sushi
The small portable cart was damaged along the top shelf edges.
Medical center1 finding
- Item 02Acute Gastroenteritis Surveillance Log
The Excel version of the AGE surveillance log did not include a 'Comments or Notes' column. (VSP 2025 Environmental Public Health Standards)
Drinking water1 finding
- Item 08Bunkering Charts
The 25 September 2025 bunkering record was missing the pretest results for the halogen and pH residuals.
Ventilation1 finding
- Item 43HVAC Humidifier Systems
Staff stated in-unit misting humidifiers are dispersed throughout the vessel that are used during the Arctic season. However, no documentation of disinfection or shock treatment was available to verify these procedures were completed.