Title
On-site Workforce in Govt under Alert Levels
Law
Memorandum Circular No. 93
Decision Date
Dec 17, 2021
The Philippine government mandates government agencies to maintain operational capacity through on-site and flexible work arrangements based on the Alert Level System, with varying percentages of on-site workforce required depending on the alert level, while ensuring compliance with health protocols and social distancing measures.
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Q&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 352)

Article II, Section 15 of the Constitution declares it a policy of the State to protect and promote the right to health of the people.

The IATF recommended the adoption of the Alert Level System for all areas of the Philippines through a phased nationwide rollout.

Executive Order No. 151 approved the nationwide implementation of the Alert Level System.

Under Alert Level 5, a skeleton workforce is required on-site, with the remainder under alternative work arrangements unless a greater on-site capacity is required for critical services.

At least 60% of the workforce must be on-site under Alert Level 3.

Yes, heads of agencies and instrumentalities may increase the on-site workforce beyond the minimum provided.

Department secretaries may require agency heads under their control or supervision to implement a larger on-site workforce if needed for service delivery.

The provisions on compliance with health protocols in the workplace and conditions for temporary closure of government agency premises continue to be observed.

While it directly binds executive branch agencies, it strongly urges legislative and judicial branches, independent constitutional bodies, and local government units to adopt its provisions.

These agencies are required to have a larger on-site workforce than the minimum prescribed to fulfill their mandates effectively.


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