ISO 18788:2015 – Security Operations Management System (Soms)

ISO 18788:2015 Is The Internationally Recognised Security Operations Management System (Soms) Standard Developed Specifically For Private Security Companies And In-House Security Operations. It Establishes A Structured Framework To Ensure Lawful Conduct, Accountable Use Of Force, Protection Of Human Rights, And Responsible Security Risk Management Across All Security Activities.

Dadisha Private Limited Provides Specialised ISO 18788 Consultancy, System Implementation, Audit Readiness, And Certification Support To Help Security Providers Operate With Discipline, Transparency, Legal Defensibility, And Ethical Integrity.

Why ISO 18788:2015 Is Critical For Modern Security Operations

Security Operations Directly Affect Human Safety, Civil Rights, Legal Exposure, Brand Reputation, And Public Trust. ISO 18788 Enables Organisations To:

• Control Security Risks, Threats & Conflict Situations
• Ensure Lawful, Proportionate & Accountable Use Of Force
• Protect Human Rights & Dignity
• Strengthen Legal Compliance & Contractual Obligations
• Prevent Abuse, Misconduct & Unlawful Detention
• Improve Security Governance & Leadership Accountability
• Build Client, Regulator & Public Confidence
• Qualify For High-Risk Infrastructure & Government Contracts

ISO 18788 Transforms Private Security From Operational Manpower Into A Certified, Rights-Respecting, Risk-Controlled Management System.

Dadisha’s ISO 18788:2015 Security Operations Consultancy Services

1. Security Risk Assessment & Governance Readiness

• Threat & Vulnerability Assessment
• Security Risk Profiling For People, Assets & Sites
• Legal & Regulatory Compliance Gap Analysis
• Contractual & Client Obligation Risk Review

2. Security Management Framework & Operational Procedures

• Security Operations Management Policy
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) For Guarding, Escorting, Access Control & Patrol
• Command & Control Systems
• Incident Response & Escalation Protocols
• Detention, Search & Seizure Procedures (Where Legally Applicable)

3. Use-Of-Force & Human Rights Protection Controls

• Use-Of-Force Continuum & Proportional Response Rules
• Human Rights Due Diligence & Safeguards
• Prevention Of Torture, Abuse & Discrimination
• Vulnerable Population & Crowd Control Protection Frameworks

4. Contractor Oversight, Training & Competency Management

• Guard Vetting, Background Verification & Licensing
• Security Training Programs (Legal, Behavioural, Tactical)
• Competence Evaluation & Performance Monitoring
• Supervisor Accountability & Leadership Development

5. Incident Reporting, Internal Audits & Certification

• Security Incident Reporting & Investigation Systems
• Corrective & Preventive Action (CAPA) Management
• ISO 18788 Internal Audits
• Management Reviews & Certification Body Coordination
• Surveillance Audits & Continual Ethical Performance Improvement

Core Risk & Ethics Areas Controlled Under ISO 18788

Dadisha Establishes Governance Across:

• Use-Of-Force & Firearms Control
• Armed & Unarmed Guarding Operations
• Human Rights Compliance
• Access Control, Patrol & Site Protection
• Crowd Control & Public Safety
• Kidnapping, Sabotage & Hostile Threat Response
• Incident Detainment & Handover To Authorities
• Security Misconduct, Abuse & Disciplinary Control

Business & Legal Benefits Of ISO 18788 Certification

• Strong Legal Defence Against Security-Related Allegations
• Reduced Civil & Criminal Liability
• Higher Client Confidence & International Contract Eligibility
• Improved Security Professionalism & Discipline
• Protection Of Human Rights & Public Trust
• Stronger Insurance & Regulatory Acceptance
• Better Command, Control & Accountability
• Long-Term Ethical Security Brand Reputation

Organisations That Benefit Most From ISO 18788

• Private Security Service Providers
• Armed & Unarmed Guarding Companies
• Critical Infrastructure Security Operators
• Oil & Gas, Mining & High-Risk Industrial Sites
• Airports, Ports & Transport Hubs
• Government & Public Sector Security Contractors
• Diplomatic, Corporate & Executive Protection Services
• Event Security & Crowd Management Firms

Digital Security Governance & Integrated Risk Management By Dadisha

Dadisha Strengthens ISO 18788 Implementation Through:

• Digital Security Audits & Compliance Dashboards
• Guard Deployment Tracking & Performance Analytics
• Incident Trend Monitoring & Legal-Risk Reporting
• Integration With:
  • ISO 45001 – Occupational Health & Safety
  • ISO 27001 – Information Security
  • ISO 9001 – Quality Management

Security Without Accountability Becomes A Liability. ISO18788:2015 Transforms Security Operations Into A Lawful, Respectful, And Globally Trusted Protection System.