QuestionsQuestions (PRESIDENTIAL DECREE No. 1181)
To prevent, control, and abate emissions of air pollutants from motor vehicles in order to protect public health and welfare, prevent or minimize damage to property, and reduce hazards to land transportation.
Any vehicle propelled by a gasoline or diesel engine or by any means other than human or animal power, constructed and operated principally to convey persons or transport property/goods on a public highway or street opened to public use.
Any harmful or undesirable matter emitted in the atmosphere, including smoke, soot, solid articles of any kind, undesirable gases, fumes, and obnoxious odors.
Any device or apparatus used to prevent, control, or abate air pollution by motor-vehicle emissions at levels within air pollution control standards established by the Pollution Control Commission.
Any person who owns, leases, controls, or operates a motor vehicle.
It is unlawful for an owner or operator to allow a motor vehicle to discharge air pollutants at levels greater than the acceptable pollutant concentration standards prescribed for that class of motor vehicles.
An owner or operator shall not use the vehicle, or cause/allow it to be used, unless it meets the established emission standards.
No imported or locally manufactured motor vehicle may be sold, registered, or operated after the effectivity of the implementing rules and regulations unless it meets established emission standards certified by the National Pollution Control Commission.
The owner or operator is required to install an appropriate pollution control device (or devices) of whatever type/model, so long as it meets specifications set by the National Pollution Control Commission.
The National Pollution Control Commission, in cooperation with the National Science Development Board, Department of Energy, Department of Industry, and Land Transportation Commission.
Examples: (1) maximum allowable emissions for specific air pollutants by vehicle class/type/model; (2) specifications of pollution control devices required; (3) regulations for distribution/sale/registration/use of motor vehicles; (4) specifications for correct motor fuels; (5) effectivity dates of specific rules; (6) requirements and life of certificate of compliance; and (7) hearing procedures not bound by technical rules of evidence.
It must ensure implementation and vigorous enforcement in coordination with transport/traffic authorities, and it is responsible for inspecting motor vehicles, testing emissions, checking pollution control device installation/maintenance/operation, and recommending withholding or suspension of registration for non-compliant vehicles.
Yes. Under certain circumstances, the National Pollution Control Commission (consulting/coordination as stated) may prohibit or enjoin in writing the use of motor vehicles or specified classes in any area or street at all times or during particular times to protect human health, public welfare, and ensure compliance with ambient air quality standards.
Cases are filed/reported for hearing. Reports for violations known by deputized agents must be made within 24 hours. The hearing officer designated by the Commission decides and imposes penalties; the decision becomes final and executory if no appeal is taken to the Commissioner within 15 days from notice. The Commissioner’s decision is final.
First offense: fine not exceeding ₱200; second offense: fine not exceeding ₱500; third and succeeding offenses: fine not exceeding ₱1,000 plus suspension of the vehicle’s certificate of registration until compliance with regulations.
The Land Transportation Commission, Board of Transportation, Department of Public Information, and the National Media Production Center.
Encouraging regular maintenance, adjustment, and proper operation per the manufacturer’s manual; caution against overloading and over-fueling (especially from cold or during acceleration); and informing the public of measures to minimize air pollution and conserve energy.
Any person may report violations to or file them with the National Pollution Control Commission by its deputized agents for hearing, with deputized agents required to report immediately within 24 hours from knowledge of the violation.