ISO 18788:2015

Management System for Private Security Operations

ISO 18788:2015 Management System for Private Security Operations

ISO 18788:2015 sets requirements for a Security Operations Management System (SOMS) for private security organisations, embedding legality, human rights, stakeholder engagement, risk management, training, incident response, and continual improvement—particularly in complex or fragile contexts.

Benefits of ISO 18788:2015

Customer confidence & market access
Certification signals that your business meets global best practices, opening doors to new tenders and contracts.
Operational efficiency
Clear processes reduce rework, errors, and duplication, saving costs.
Competitive edge
Organisations certified are seen as more reliable partners.
Employee engagement
Staff understand their roles and how their work impacts quality outcomes.
Risk reduction
Proactive monitoring and continual improvement reduce the chance of failures.
Regulatory compliance
Supports adherence to local legal and industry requirements.

Implementation with WWISE

Our structured 4-phase approach simplifies ISO 18788:2015 implementation:

Phase 1

Gap Analysis & Information Gathering

Assess legal/human-rights alignment, controls, training, and incident response

Phase 2

Documentation, Risk Assessment & Process Mapping

Developing policies, procedures, and methodologies to align with ISO requirements.

Phase 3

Implementation
& Training

Deliver employee training, workshops, and awareness sessions to embed ethical practices.

Phase 4

Certification
Support

We prepare you for third-party certification, ensuring all requirements are met for a smooth audit.

 

We provide templates, toolkits, e-learning modules, and one-on-one mentorship so your team is confident in both certification and ongoing maintenance.

Why Choose WWISE

We bring practical, rights-respecting security governance and audit experience to help you operate credibly and safely.