by anyajulia | Jun 4, 2009 | Headlines, National News
15,000 new workers getting a little fiscal independence as the Department of Labor and Emplotyment expects hiring on June 12 job fairs.
Cabinet Secretary Silvestre Bello III said DOLE will spearhead the nationwide job fairs as a huge part of the celebration of Independence Day.
The job fairs will end on June 15.
Aside from job fairs, Bello said the usual activities like flag raising ceremonies in Rizal Park, Bulacan, Cavite and all parts of the country will still be part of the celebration. (PIA)
by anyajulia | Jun 4, 2009 | Headlines, National News
Malacañang hailed Congress for passing the salary standardization law (SSL-3) for state workers as it assures the availability of funds for its implementation.
Cabinet Secretary Silvestre Bello III said the government now has enough funds for the salary standardization pushed by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo to bring salaries of government employees closer to the levels of those in the private sector.
Meanwhile, Presidential Adviser on Political Affairs Gabriel Claudio said the timely implementation of SSL-3 helps the economy at this time of global economic crisis.
Claudio cited the determination of Congress in passing the law and other important legislations such as the extension of the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP) before their recess on Wednesday, June 3.
Congress has approved Joint Resolution 26, a Malacañang-certified measure that would upgrade the compensation of low-level employees up to the top positions in government effective July 1.
The salary standardization is expected to benefit the more than 1.5 million government employees by increasing their salaries to be given in four yearly tranches starting in July 1, 2009 until 2013. (PIA)
by anyajulia | Jun 4, 2009 | Headlines, National News
The Department of Health warned schools that despite the fuss about A (H1N1), they should never forget the dangers poised by water-borne diseases. DOH cautioned school officials to be vigilant against the so-called WILD diseases during the rainy season.
These diseases include Water-borne diseases, Influenza, Leptospirosis and Dengue (WILD), all of which cause more deaths and diseases than A (H1N1).
DOH is intensifying its campaign against dengue in anticipation of the increasing number of cases from June until the end of the year. This campaign advocates the Four-S strategy against dengue: Search and destroy mosquito breeding sites, Self-protection, Seek early consultation and Saying Yes to fogging only during outbreaks. (PIA)
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by anyajulia | Jun 3, 2009 | Headlines, National News
Workplace health was emphasized in the recent advisory released by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) release guidelines for workplaces on the issue of influenza AH1N1.
The advisory requires employers of workplaces where workers are at risk of infection to prepare immediate protective measures in correcting or removing such danger. DOLE recommends a screening program on AH1N1 to be installed by the DOH in the said workplace. Employers are also urged to provide Personal Protective Equipment.
DOLE stressed the need for the employers’ flexibility and compassion in granting additional leave with pay. The agency also announced that workers affected by the virus may avail of P150, 000 medical insurance package in addition to the existing Philippine Health Insurance Corporation benefits. (PIA)
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by anyajulia | Jun 3, 2009 | Headlines, National News
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) will launched a three-day nationwide job and livelihood fair on June 12 to 14. The fair will be held simultaneously in 19 cities nationwide with the participation of about 1,000 employers from the private and government sectors.
The interested applicants may register with the system at http://phil-job.net to enable the job fair participating private firms and government agencies to pre-screen applicants and subsequently hasten the selection and on the spot hiring of those who are qualified during the upcoming activity. (PIA)
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