An audit team member is tasked with evaluating a sophisticated AI system used for autonomous...

The principle being neglected isDue Professional Care.

According toISO 19011:2018 – Clause 4(f), auditors are expected to applydiligence, competence, and judgmentduring audit activities. If an auditor proceeds with an auditwithout the required expertise, especially for a high-risk system like autonomous driving, this violates the principle of due care.

ThePECB Lead Auditor Guide – Domain 3clearly states that in complex technical environments (such as AI or autonomous systems), auditors mustseek assistance from domain specialistswhen they lack direct experience.