What is 19011?

ISO 19011 is an international standard that provides guidelines for managing audit programs. It was first published in 2002 and revised in 2011. The standard is intended to be used by organizations and auditors to ensure that audit programs are conducted effectively, efficiently, and ethically. It provides guidance on the principles of auditing, the management of audit programs, the conduct of audits, and the competence and evaluation of auditors. The standard is applicable to all types of audits, including internal, external, and third-party audits. It is often used in conjunction with other ISO management system standards, such as ISO 9001 for quality management and ISO 14001 for environmental management.