Definition
A structured assessment of whether a system can be halted, whether its actions can be undone, who bears its costs, whether its decisions can be challenged, and who answers for them. Ethotechnic audits validate evidence, stress-test pathways, and define remediation steps with named owners.
Structural
Tests that show it is in place
- Audit evidence includes drills, logs, and user-facing pathways for challenging decisions and repairing harm.
- Remediation plans are time-bound, assigned to owners, and re-audited after major changes.
Hypothetical example
- After a harmful rollout, a platform audit verifies halt controls, reversal paths, and repair ownership before relaunch.
References
- Governance taxonomy · Guide