Quarantine Inspection
/ˈkwɒrəntiːn ɪnˈspɛkʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) An official examination of goods or persons to prevent the spread of contagious diseases or pests.
The customs officer conducted a quarantine inspection to ensure no harmful pests entered the country.
Forms
- quarantine inspection
- quarantine inspections
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Commentary
Quarantine inspections are specialized checks often mandated by public health laws to control the spread of disease and invasive species during importation or entry.
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