3rd Reporter

Question 1

What must employers maintain according to Article 162?

Answer 1

First-aid medicines and equipment tailored to their work environment

Regulated by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)

Question 2

What are the requirements for employers with 50-200 employees regarding medical services?

Answer 2

Full-time nurse or a first-aider for non-hazardous workplaces

Question 3

What additional services are required for employers with 201-300 employees?

Answer 3

Full-time nurse, part-time physician, and dentist with an emergency clinic

Question 4

What is required for employers with 301 or more employees?

Answer 4

Full-time physician, dentist, nurse, and infirmary or emergency facility

Question 5

When can employers arrange for reserved facilities instead of maintaining an on-site clinic?

Answer 5

If an accessible hospital or dental clinic is available

Question 6

Who must develop and implement a comprehensive occupational health program for employees?

Answer 6

Company-hired physicians

Question 7

What qualifications must medical staff possess according to Article 166?

Answer 7

Trained in industrial medicine and occupational safety

Question 8

What must employers provide during emergencies according to Article 167?

Answer 8

Immediate medical and dental assistance to injured or sick employees

Question 9

What is the role of DOLE as stated in Article 168?

Answer 9

Conducts research to develop methods addressing workplace safety

Question 10

What responsibility does DOLE have regarding training programs?

Answer 10

Training personnel in occupational safety and health

Question 11

What does Article 171 state about DOLE?

Answer 11

Enforces safety laws, collects fees for equipment testing, and ensures compliance through inspections

Question 12

What protections do Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) receive according to Article 175?

Answer 12

Covered by employee compensation laws, providing them protection and benefits similar to local workers

Question 13

What is required of employers and employees regarding the Employees’ Compensation System (ECS)?

Answer 13

Must register with ECS for eligibility and compliance

Question 14

What happens if a third party causes an employee’s injury or death?

Answer 14

ECS pays benefits but can seek reimbursement from the third party

Question 15

What does Article 181 state about employee benefits?

Answer 15

No agreements or regulations can reduce employees’ benefits under ECS

Question 16

What is the benefit for employees unable to work temporarily due to work-related injuries/sickness?

Answer 16

90% of their daily salary for up to 120 days

Question 17

What benefits are entitled to employees with permanent disabilities?

Answer 17

Monthly benefits plus 10% for up to 5 dependents; benefits may be suspended if employed or recover

Question 18

What do primary beneficiaries receive according to Article 200?

Answer 18

Monthly income benefits guaranteed for five years

Question 19

What is stated in Article 204 regarding work-related compensation benefits?

Answer 19

Cannot be garnished, seized, or taxed

Question 20

What penalties do employers face for failing to install and maintain safety devices?

Answer 20

25% fine on benefits paid by ECS

Question 21

What record must employers maintain according to Article 211?

Answer 21

A logbook to record work-related incidents and report these to ECS

Question 22

What is the time frame for notifying the employer of sickness, injury, or death?

Answer 22

Within five days, unless the employer is already aware

Question 23

What are the consequences of fraudulent claims in ECS benefits?

Answer 23

Fines (₱500 to ₱500,000), imprisonment, and possible disqualification for professionals and government employees