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ISO 18788 Certification
Secure, Compliant, and Responsible Private Security Management Systems Globally
What is ISO 18788?
Using the Plan-Do-Check-Act methodology, the ISO 18788:2015 standard enables organisations that conduct or contract security operations to demonstrate the following:
- Sufficient business and risk management capability to meet the professional expectations of clients and other stakeholders;
- Analysis and management of the impact that their operations have on local communities;
- Accountability to the law and compliance with human rights;
- Adherence to voluntary commitments that the organisation has made.
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Win customer confidence
Improve human rights fundamentals
Save time and operating costs
Clearly define responsibilities
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Who is ISO 18788 certification suitable for?
This standard is especially important for organisations that operate in areas where the rule of law may be disrupted due to natural or human-induced events.
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Why do I need a management system according to ISO 18788?
By following this standard, organisations can maintain consistent and professional security operations that account for the specific risks and challenges of their operating environment.
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Key Principles of ISO 18788
ISO 18788 requires organisations conducting or contracting private security operations to establish, implement, and maintain a management system that demonstrates accountability to laws, respect for human rights, and effective risk management. Key requirements include identifying and assessing security risks, defining roles and responsibilities, ensuring compliance with legal and voluntary commitments, integrating human rights due diligence, setting measurable objectives, and applying the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle to drive continual improvement. The system must also include documented policies and procedures, regular monitoring and audits, incident response mechanisms, and processes to engage stakeholders and manage impacts on local communities.
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Benefits of ISO 18788:
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How does ISO 18788 certification work?
First, you discuss your company, your personal goals and the objectives of an ISO 18788 certification with us. Based on these discussions, you will receive an individual offer tailored to the needs of your company or organisation.
The certification audit begins with Stage 1, a system analysis that reviews your documentation, objectives, management review, and internal audit results to confirm readiness.
Stage 2 is the on-site audit, where a DQS auditor evaluates the effectiveness of your management processes against ISO 18788 requirements. Findings are presented in a closing meeting, and if needed, action plans are agreed to address any gaps before certification is granted.
After the certification audit, the results are evaluated by the independent certification board of DQS. You will receive an audit report documenting the audit results. If all standard requirements are met, you will receive the ISO 18788 certificate.
With a view to continuous improvement and the ongoing effectiveness of your quality management system, on-site audits of key components of your system are conducted at least once a year to identify potential for improvement.
An ISO 18788 certificate is valid for a maximum of three years. Recertification is carried out well in advance of expiry to ensure continued compliance with the applicable standard requirements. Upon compliance, a new certificate is issued.
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How Much Does ISO 18788 Certification with DQS Cost?
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Why Choose DQS for ISO 18788 Certification?
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Raising the Standard in Private Security Management.
DQS is an ICoCA-Accepted Certification Body
The Responsible Security Association
ICoCA is a non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting responsible, ethical, and human rights-compliant practices within the private security industry. Often referred to as the Responsible Security Association, ICoCA was established as a global oversight and accountability mechanism for the sector.
ICoCA works to ensure that private security companies (PSCs) operate in alignment with human rights and international humanitarian law standards. It provides a framework for independent monitoring, reporting, and grievance mechanisms, holding companies accountable for their conduct
Membership and Certification:
To become a certified member of ICoCA, a private security company must first obtain ISO 18788, PSC.1 or ISO 28007 from an ICoCA-accepted certification body, such as DQS. Many clients, including governments, international organisations, and multinational corporations, now rely on ICoCA membership as a critical benchmark when selecting private security providers. For these clients, working with ICoCA-certified companies helps them fulfil their own human rights due diligence obligations and risk management responsibilities. These obligations are only going to increase, with the increasing emergence of corporate accountability legislation such as the EU’s CSDDD.
Why ICoCA matters
In an industry often criticised globally for a lack of oversight and accountability, ICoCA plays a vital role in raising standards and improving transparency. By promoting responsible business conduct and providing tools to assess and address human rights risks, ICoCA helps protect both the people served by private security companies and those impacted by their operations. As the demand for responsible private security continues to grow worldwide, ICoCA’s role in shaping ethical standards and ensuring compliance becomes increasingly important - not only for the industry itself but also for broader efforts to promote corporate respect for human rights and uphold the rule of law.