How Many Types of ISO Certification Are There?
How Many Types of ISO Certification Are There? ISO certification applies to 4 categories of…
ANSI/ASIS PSC.1-2012, developed by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and ASIS International, sets out the management system requirements for private security company operations. It provides a structured approach for security providers to demonstrate legal compliance, human-rights respect, and ethical conduct when operating in high-risk or conflict-affected environments.
In Iraq — where private security services play a vital role in oil & gas protection, logistics, infrastructure, and humanitarian support — PSC.1 Certification ensures that companies meet both Iraqi Accreditation System (IQAS) and International Code of Conduct Association (ICoCA) expectations. AGS IRAQ, an American-accredited certification body, has extensive experience helping security and defense organizations align their operational practices with PSC.1, ISO 18788, and UN compliance guidelines.
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Our 5-step certification model ensures complete compliance with ANSI/ASIS PSC.1 and ISO 18788 frameworks.
Assess current security management practices and create policies on ethics, conduct, and legal compliance.
Identify risks associated with operations, subcontractors, and clients; implement a risk management framework to mitigate threats.
Develop your Security Management Plan, Code of Conduct, Human Rights Policy, and Duty of Care Procedures in line with PSC.1 requirements.
Audit internal systems, review incident reports, and evaluate performance for continual improvement.
AGS IRAQ’s accredited auditors conduct Stage 1 (documentation) and Stage 2 (on-site) audits. Post-certification, annual surveillance ensures continuous compliance and alignment with evolving international standards.
It sets management requirements for security operations, ensuring compliance with laws, human rights, and duty of care principles.
Usually 8–12 weeks depending on company readiness and operational complexity.
It’s not legally mandatory but often required for contracts with oil companies, international organizations, and government projects.
PSC.1 provides the framework, while ISO 18788 details implementation guidance for private security operations.
Yes — we provide full consultancy, documentation, auditor training, and pre-certification evaluations for compliance readiness.
