At a glance
Access public health resources for the Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP). Explore our guidance and standards, variance information, infographics, and templates for tracking illness.
Resources
Explore VSP's public health guidance, including inspection and construction standards.
Learn when and how to submit requests to differ from VSP standards.
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Print this form for passengers and crew with gastrointestinal illness (aligns with VSP's standards).
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Print our standardized surveillance log template for each cruise (aligns with VSP's standards).
Learn about the eight areas VSP inspects on cruise ships.
Use our infographic to help ensure your ship complies with VSP's reporting requirements.
Content Source:
National Center for Environmental Health