Kontrollitavaks

Kontrollitavaks is an Estonian term used in regulatory and administrative language to denote something that is subject to control, inspection, or verification. It refers to objects, processes, or activities that must be checked by authorities, auditors, or standards to ensure compliance.

Etymology and form: It derives from the verb kontrollima (to check, inspect) with the participial suffix -tav, producing kontrollitav (inspectable/controllable). The translative suffix -aks creates the sense of “into a state,” giving kontrollitavaks meaning “into a state of being inspectable or subject to control.” The term is primarily found in formal or technical texts rather than everyday speech.

Usage: It is used to classify items or activities that require oversight, verification, or certification. In laws, regulations, and quality systems, kontrollitavaks describes objects that must undergo inspection, such as equipment, processes, records, or procedures. It can appear in combinations like kontrollitavaks kuuluvad or valmistamiseks kontrollitavaks määratud, depending on the sentence.

Example: Tootmisprotsessid peavad olema kontrollitavaks vastavalt standarditele. Dokumendid, mis on kontrollitavaks kuuluvad, tuleb arhiveerida. These examples illustrate usage in a neutral, formal register.

See also: kontroll, kontrollimine, kontrollitavus.