follow-up inspection
nounUK /ˈfɒləʊ ʌp ɪnˈspɛkʃən/
US /ˈfɑːloʊ ʌp ɪnˈspɛkʃən/
A follow-up inspection is a second check to see if something got fixed.
The health inspector scheduled a follow-up inspection to make sure the kitchen was clean.
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2. A later visit by an official to confirm that earlier problems were corrected.
After the fire safety violations, the building received a follow-up inspection two weeks later.
3. A repeat medical or dental appointment to monitor a patient's progress.
The dentist booked a follow-up inspection of the filling for next month.
4. A second review of a product or process to confirm quality standards are met.
The factory passed its follow-up inspection after the faulty machines were replaced.