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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.
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.
Key Principles of ISO 18788
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.
To assist you on the path to certification, DQS conducts thorough gap analyses against standards, specialising in optimising organisations. Our audits help align your management systems with required standards, evaluating current operations. Experienced auditors guide you in understanding and documenting organisational capabilities. Proficient in ISO 18788 standards, we assess performance and deliver a detailed report, providing clear guidance for certification.
The certification audit starts with a system analysis (audit stage 1) and the evaluation of your documentation, objectives, results of your management review and internal audits. This determines whether your management system is sufficiently developed and ready for certification. In the next step (system audit stage 2), your auditor assesses the effectiveness of all management processes on-site, applying the ISO 18788 standard. The audit result is presented at a final meeting. If necessary, action plans are agreed upon.
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.
How much does ISO 18788 certification cost?
Why DQS?
Understanding the International Code of Conduct for Private Security Providers' Association (ICoCA):
The ICoCA is a non-profit organisation that operates as a certification body, and it is a multi-stakeholder initiative. The board of directors has acknowledged ANSI/ASIS PSC.1 as a national standard that aligns with the ICoCA Articles of Association and procedures, in compliance with Article 11.2.1. The certification guarantees that a company's policies and systems are aligned with the Code's principles and standards.