DTI DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 02

: The main subject is the lifting of the moratorium or non-acceptance of Private Emission Testing Centers (PETCs) applications.
: It references DTI Administrative Order No. 03, Series of 2002; DAO No. 07, Series of 2004; and DAO No. 05, Series of 2005.
: DAO No. 07, Series of 2004, declared a moratorium/non-acceptance of PETCs application in specific service areas based on recommendations of DTI Regional Directors.
: It means that applications for the accreditation of Private Emission Testing Centers are now accepted again, removing previous restrictions in certain areas.
: It took effect immediately upon its issuance on January 31, 2008.
: The recommendation came from officials like Jesus L. Motoomull and Zenaida Cuison Maglaya, and it was signed by DTI Secretary Peter B. Favila.
: DTI Regional Directors gave recommendations on specific service areas where PETC applications would be subject to moratorium or non-acceptance.
: It falls under the Bureau of Product Standards.
: DAO No. 03, Series of 2002 contains the rules and regulations on the issuance of DTI accreditation for Motor Vehicle Private Emission Testing Centers.
: No, DAO No. 02, Series of 2008 solely concerns the lifting of the moratorium; it does not specify penalties or violations.