An inspection was an examination of an item or location for flaws, potential hazards, and violations of regulations.
In 2365, William T. Riker said to Jean-Luc Picard, "Drawing on the log record of the construction of the prototype android Lore, also constructed by Noonien Soong, I request to be allowed to remove the Commander's hand for your inspection." (TNG: "The Measure Of A Man")