EN 15713 is the European code of practice for the secure destruction of confidential and sensitive material. In Ireland it is adopted as I.S. EN 15713.
For buyers, the value is simple. It focuses on the full chain of custody, not just the moment of shredding. Collection, storage, transport, destruction controls, staff practices, and how the service is managed.
EN 15713 sets out how confidential material should be handled and destroyed so it is disposed of securely and safely.
It covers:
When confidential material leaves your control, the risk increases. EN 15713 helps reduce that risk by setting expectations around control and consistency.
Most buyers want:
If you are comparing providers, these questions keep it simple:
Together, they support a secure process with proof that can be filed and retrieved easily.
EN 15713 is the European code of practice for secure destruction of confidential and sensitive material. In Ireland it is adopted as I.S. EN 15713.
No. It covers the secure destruction process, including handling and control steps before and after destruction.
No. It supports due diligence, but buyers should still confirm service scope, proof provided, and how material is controlled.
