QuestionsQuestions (PNP CIRCULAR NO. 2010-003)
It provides guidelines and procedures for granting Rehabilitation Privileges to Non-Uniformed Personnel (NUP), clarifies issues, ensures uniform interpretation, and prevents misuse of the privilege.
Non-Uniformed Personnel of the PNP with permanent and temporary appointments duly attested by the Civil Service Commission.
It is the process of recuperating from injuries sustained while performing official duties.
When the NUP is already at work, on official business outside the work station, official travel, authorized overtime, detail order, and special assignment orders.
A maximum of six (6) months for wounds and/or injuries sustained while in the performance of official duties; cumulative privilege cannot exceed six (6) months.
Yes, extension is allowed if the NUP meets an accident while engaged in activities inherent to duties covered by the definition of official duty, but cumulative time must not exceed six (6) months.
No. Injuries from accidents occurring while going to work and going home are not considered sustained while in the performance of official duties.
They are based on the recommendation of medical authorities; it may be less than six months or on a half-time intermittent schedule, but cumulative time cannot exceed six months.
No. Illness or sickness resulting from or aggravated by working conditions or environment cannot be a basis for availing the Rehabilitation Privilege, even if compensable under ECC rules.
Absence from work during the rehabilitation period shall not be deducted from the accumulated sick or vacation leave credits.
No. While on Rehabilitation Privilege, they do not earn and accumulate vacation and sick leave credits.
They continue to receive their salaries and regular benefits such as PERA, AdCom, year-end bonus, and the cash gift mandated by law.
Benefits and privileges that are enjoyed based on actual performance of duties, such as Representation and Transportation Allowance and Productivity Incentive Benefits (PIB).
Yes. Claimants are entitled to reimbursement of first-aid expenses, preferably from government facilities; reimbursement is subject to available funds and cannot exceed ₱5,000.00 unless medical authorities certify necessity and the Chief of PNP (or authorized representative) approves upon recommendation of the concerned PNP Chief/Head of Office/Unit.
Application must be made within one (1) week from the time of the accident, unless a longer period is warranted.
Either the injured NUP or a member of his/her immediate family.
A letter supported by relevant reports (e.g., police report if any) and a medical certificate detailing the injuries, course of treatment, and need for rest/recuperation/rehabilitation. The concerned Chief of Office/Unit endorses immediately to DPRM with (1) certification injury occurred during official duties, (2) medical certificate and recommendation from Health Service on necessity and duration, and (3) if admitted in a private hospital, attending physician’s certification validated by Health Service. The Chief of Office/Unit (through the Administrative/Personnel Officer in coordination with Health Service) monitors monthly and later submits a concluding report to DPRM.
The Chief of Office/Unit is held responsible and personally liable for any false or fraudulent claims and irregularities in availing the privilege.