ANSI/ASIS PSC.1-2012 sets management system requirements for the quality of private security company operations, grounded in respect for human rights and the law.
PSC1 vs ISO 18788
| PSC1:2012 | ISO 18788:2015 | |
|---|---|---|
| Publisher | ASIS International (ANSI) | ISO |
| Typical demand | Contracts that specify PSC.1 | International clients and tenders |
The Certification Process
- Application: share your scope, sites and headcount; we confirm the route and audit time.
- Proposal and agreement: written proposal and certification agreement.
- Stage 1 audit: documentation and readiness review.
- Stage 2 audit: on-site evaluation of implementation and effectiveness.
- Certification decision: made by a competent reviewer who was not on the audit.
- Surveillance and recertification: annual surveillance, recertification every three years.
FAQs
Is PSC1 still current?
Yes. PSC.1-2012 is still used where clients and contracts specify it. Many companies also certify to ISO 18788.
Can we hold PSC1 and ISO 18788 together?
Yes. The requirements overlap heavily, so combined audits are often possible.
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