Businesses focus on worker safety as temperatures rise
Businesses focus on worker safety as temperatures rise.....»»
Sustainable Practices for Small Businesses
As news about how microplastics have been harming fish for years adds up to the environmental problems the world is now facing, there is now the need for businesses to have an urgent focus on sustainability to not do any more damage to the environment. Small businesses, often the backbone of local economies, have a […].....»»
Jeepney phaseout hinarang ng mga employer, worker
Naglabas ng nagkakaisang pahayag ang mga employer at worker group upang tutulan ang phaseout ng mga jeepney sa PUV Modernization Program. The post Jeepney phaseout hinarang ng mga employer, worker first appeared on Abante......»»
Higit 300 PNR worker nganga sa tigil-biyahe
Nasa 314 ang mga job order worker na apektado ng tigil-biyahe at humihiling na mabigyan ng trabaho dahil sa kanilang matagal nang serbisyo sa Philippine National Railways. The post Higit 300 PNR worker nganga sa tigil-biyahe first appeared on Abante......»»
Lapu-Lapu killing: Construction worker stabbed dead by man with 23-inch bolo
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — A 52-year-old construction worker died after he was stabbed by another construction worker in Purok Thunder, Timpolok, Barangay Babag in Lapu-Lapu City on Sunday evening, March 10, 2024. The victim was identified as Victor Franco Tolo, with a live-in partner, a resident of the place. READ: Senior citizen hacked to death.....»»
DPWH tallies 268 gov’t and school buildings partially destroyed in Hinatuan quake
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Davao Region reported that a total of 268 school and national government buildings were partially destroyed by the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur on December 2. The estimated damage amounted to P108,497,894.84 for school buildings and P1,899,365.60 for national government buildings. The damages included cracks on walls and falling debris such as ceilings. According to Engr. Alexander Turingan of DPWH XI, there were no reported damages in Davao Occidental and Davao del Sur. Franz Irag, Office of Civil Defense (OCD) XI operations head, emphasized the importance of addressing damages to school buildings, which also serve as evacuation centers during calamities. Dean Ortiz, spokesperson of DPWH XI, highlighted the agency's focus on national roads and bridges, clarifying that they will respond to requests to inspect private and government buildings. Architect Kashagar Toghyani, officer-in-charge of the Office City Building Official (OCBO) of Davao City, urged private building owners to promptly engage professional engineers to assess structural integrity, especially for buildings housing more than 10 individuals. He emphasized the necessity of fire inspections and transparency with building occupants to ensure their safety. The recent earthquakes did not affect government buildings in the Davao Region, and DPWH is committed to conducting thorough assessments and ensuring the safety of buildings and their occupants in the aftermath of the quake......»»
Filminera, PhilGold feted for 5-year safety record in Masbate Gold Project
The Philippine Mine Safety and Environment Association (PMSEA) awarded Filminera Resources Corporation (Filminera) and Phil. Gold Processing & Refining Corp. (PhilGold) the Platinum Achievement and Safest Mine Award, respectively, at PMSEA’s 69th Annual National Mine Safety and Environment Conference......»»
Two Costly Marketing Missteps Small Businesses Must Avoid
Marketing is a crucial tool for any small business looking to grow its customer base, increase revenue, and establish a foothold within its industry. However, many businesses make common marketing mistakes that can hinder their progress and ultimately lead to missed opportunities. Here are two such missteps that small businesses must avoid at all costs. […].....»»
3 Tips for Small Businesses to Take Advantage of Major Events
There are a lot of important events throughout the year that can provide businesses with the chance to increase their sales. These events include fun and festive occasions like fiestas, as well as popular holidays such as Christmas, Halloween, and Valentine’s Day. For small businesses, seizing opportunities during major events can be a game-changer. Picture […].....»»
PH businesses warned against rising ransomware, phishing threats
MANILA —Cybersecurity company Fortinet has cautioned Philippine businesses about a potential rise in ransomware and phishing incidents this year. They emphasize that hackers are persistently launching digital attacks to disrupt operations for financial motives. According to a survey by Fortinet and conducted by International Data Corp. (IDC), ransomware and phishing attacks are the primary cyber.....»»
Cebu temperatures to hit 40°C as scorching weather persists
CEBU CITY, Philippines – The searing heatwave continues in Metro Cebu and the rest of the province as temperatures are expected to soar and the maximum heat index is projected to peak at 40 degrees Celsius on Saturday, April 27. This forecast comes from the 24-hour weather outlook and extended forecast released by the Philippine.....»»
Construction worker nabbed for ‘sexually assaulting’ a teacher in Talisay City
Construction worker nabbed for ‘sexually assaulting’ a teacher in Talisay City.....»»
High temperatures persist amid scattered rains: Pagasa
High temperatures persist amid scattered rains: Pagasa.....»»
Dagdag insentibo sa mga worker kapag tag-init hinirit
Inirekomenda ni Senador Jinggoy Estrada ang karagdagang insentibo sa mga manggagawa kapag nagtrabaho pa rin sila kahit sobra ang init ng panahon. The post Dagdag insentibo sa mga worker kapag tag-init hinirit first appeared on Abante......»»
Minglanilla drug bust: Security guard, construction worker nabbed with P3.4M ‘shabu’
CEBU CITY, Philippines — A security guard and a construction worker, who moonlight as drug peddlers, were caught with suspected shabu worth P3.4 million during a buy-bust operation in Minglanilla, Cebu on Tuesday evening, April 2, 2024. The suspects were identified as Selfred Pojio Silva aka “Odo”, 48, a security guard; and Elmer Morales Bucog,.....»»
Filipino cruise worker arrested in Florida for planting spy cameras in bathroom
A 34-year-old Filipino cruise ship worker accused of hiding cameras to spy on guests was arrested at Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale Florida over the weekend. According to federal documents, Arvin Joseph Mirasol, a stateroom attendant in Royal Caribbean’s Symphony of the Seas has been planting hidden cameras in a bathroom and targeting the guests,.....»»
Brutally cold weather reaching deep into lower United States
MEMPHIS, Tennessee — Arctic weather brought more misery to much of the United States on Saturday, especially for people unaccustomed to such bitter cold in places like Memphis, Tennessee, where residents were urged to boil water and some had no water at all after freezing temperatures broke water mains across the city. Temperatures weren’t expected.....»»
Senator calls out loitering China vessels in Philippines Rise
Chinese vessels were caught “loitering” and doing research in Benham Rise, also called Philippine Rise, which is within the country’s exclusive economic zone, Sen. Francis Tolentino said yesterday......»»
Fit Rise 75 NPA Triathlon marks conclusion of Fit Rise 75 programme at National Police Academy
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], January 9 (ANI): The Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy organised 'Fit Rise 75 NPA Triathlon', which comprised three sub events - 1 km swimming, 40 km cycling and 10 km running - as part of celeberations of 75 years of service to the nation. Teams from 17 police organizations participated in the event. Besides, 76 RR IPS trainees, trainees of 75th batch of IRS (CIT), course par.....»»
Labor group pushes for worker protections as heat soars
National labor center Kilusang Mayo Uno (KMU) stressed on Sunday that extreme heat is a “health and safety hazard that must be met with responsive measures.” .....»»
Keeping Cool at Work: Effective Solutions for Hot Days
Despite the relentless heat of the summer sun, the wheels of business continue to turn. Yet, the impact of soaring temperatures on both you and your employees cannot be ignored. It’s essential for businesses to address the challenges of intense heat to ensure a comfortable and productive work environment. Here are five practical tips to […].....»»