Question & AnswerQ&A (DOH)
The rules and regulations apply to all hotels, motels, apartments, lodging, boarding, or tenement houses, condominiums, and other similar facilities or establishments.
A sanitary permit is the permission or certification in writing issued by the city or municipal health officer or their authorized representative confirming that an establishment complies with existing sanitation requirements upon evaluation or inspection.
Yes, no establishment covered by these rules and regulations shall be operated and opened for public patronage without a sanitary permit.
A sanitary permit is valid for one year, ending on the last day of December each year, unless revoked. It must be renewed annually at the beginning of the year.
Any person who violates any provision shall be guilty of misdemeanor and upon conviction may be punished by imprisonment for up to six months or a fine not exceeding P1,000.00 or both, at the discretion of the court.
The city or municipal health officer is responsible for conducting or causing the regular inspections at least once every three months and additional inspections as necessary.
No person shall be employed without first securing a health certificate from the city or municipal health officer. The health certificate must bear the employee's picture and be visibly displayed while working. It must be renewed annually and is non-transferable.
The water supply must be adequate and potable. A minimum of 40 liters per capita per day must be maintained. Private water supplies must comply with the Code on Sanitation of the Philippines and water sources must have a certificate of potability issued by the local health officer.
Guest rooms must have a minimum floor area of 18 square meters and at least 43.2 cubic meters of air space. Ceilings must be at least 2.4 meters if air-conditioned and 2.7 meters if not. Rooms must be adequately lighted, ventilated, and provided with approved window coverings for privacy.
Upon violation of any sanitary rules, the local health officer may recommend suspension or revocation of the permit to the local health authority after prior notice and hearing. Failure to comply with sanitary orders after inspections may lead to revocation. The permit may be reinstated upon compliance.