Inspekcija

Inspekcija is a term used in several South Slavic languages to denote both the act of inspecting and the government body responsible for carrying out official inspections. It derives from Latin inspectio and is used in Croatian, Serbian, Slovenian, and Bosnian to refer to agencies that enforce laws and standards.

In many countries, inspekcija operates within or alongside ministries or as independent agencies. Inspectors have legal authority to enter premises, inspect records and equipment, collect samples, and issue orders, fines, or suspensions.

The organization varies: national inspectorates oversee nationwide compliance, while regional or municipal inspectorates handle local affairs. Coordination with police, prosecutors, and other regulators is common to address violations and to enforce sanctions.

The role has expanded with modernization toward risk-based planning, data collection, and transparency.

Sectors commonly overseen include occupational safety and health, environmental protection, food and product safety, sanitation and public health, construction and urban planning, tax and customs inspections, and consumer protection.