Which is NOT one of the four types of formal inspections?

• A. Periodic (Routine)
• B. Intermittent (Irregular)
• C. Focused (Spot)
• D. Random (Surprise)

Answer: (D)

This tests how formal inspections are categorized by planning and scope. Periodic inspections are carried out on a set schedule to routinely check compliance. Intermittent inspections happen at irregular intervals to monitor practices without a fixed cadence. Focused inspections target a specific area or issue to verify particular controls. A Random or Surprise visit, while useful in some contexts, isn’t classified as one of the formal inspection types in this framework; it’s typically treated as an unplanned supervisory or enforcement activity rather than a formal, scheduled inspection. Therefore, Random (Surprise) is the option that does not fit the four formal types.