Dynamic expansion of the extensive network of facilities of the Moscow Metro prompts the development of relevant control techniques that would facilitate the commissioning of transport and related facilities in a timely manner and at an appropriate quality level subject to the effective safety and reliability legislative requirements. This article describes the prerequisites for development of comprehensive technical inspection of metro facilities with reference to the supporting regulatory and technical base. The study primarily deals with the criteria, tolerances and control methods with respect to components of tunnel linings and other underground structures of rapid transit systems due to the apparent great significance of these structures in ensuring safety and reliability of future facilities after commissioning. Arguments are also given for the need for such technical surveying with account of the current situation in terms of the quality of prefabricated linings supplied and used in metro facilities.