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ISO 18788 - Private Security Operations Management Systems

ISO 18788 provides principles for a security operations management system, ensuring accountability and compliance with human rights.

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ISO 18788 - Private Security Operations Management Systems Certification

It provides the principles and requirements for a security operations management system (SOMS). ISO 18788:2015 provides a business and risk management framework for organizations conducting or contracting security operations and related activities and functions while demonstrating: a) conduct of professional security operations to meet the requirements of clients and other stakeholders; b) accountability to law and respect for human rights; c) consistency with voluntary commitments to which it subscribes. ISO 18788:2015 is applicable to any organization that needs to: a) establish, implement, maintain and improve an SOMS; b) assess its conformity with its stated security operations management policy; c) demonstrate its ability to consistently provide services that meet client needs and are in conformance with applicable laws and human rights requirements. Contact us to find out how we can assist you in attaining ISO 18788 Certification.
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