Question & AnswerQ&A (DOTC-DTI JOINT ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 2011-01)
The rules apply to all motorcycle drivers and back riders who must wear standard protective motorcycle helmets while driving on any road or highway, excluding drivers of tricycles.
A helmet that complies with the specifications prescribed by DTI and bears the Philippine Standard (PS) Mark or Import Commodity Clearance (ICC) of the Bureau of Product Standards (BPS).
A fine of P1,500 for the first offense, increasing to P3,000, P5,000, and P10,000 for subsequent offenses, with the possible confiscation of the driver's license on the fourth offense and beyond.
A fine of P3,000 for the first offense and P5,000 for the second offense, plus any penalties under RA 7394 (Consumer Act of the Philippines).
A fine of P10,000 for the first offense and P20,000 for the second offense, without prejudice to other penalties under RA 7394.
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Bureau of Product Standards (BPS), the Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC), and the Land Transportation Office (LTO) enforcers.
They facilitate processing of PS and ICC applications, conduct market monitoring, enforce product standards, and take legal action against violators.
Manufacturers must apply for the PS Quality/Safety Certification License and importers must secure an Import Commodity Clearance (ICC), both governed by DAO 4:2008 and DAO 5:2008, respectively.
Helmets must comply with the Philippine National Standards, specifically PNS UN-ECE 22:2007, and bear the PS or ICC Mark.
They have the authority to stop moving motorcycles to inspect helmets to ensure compliance and to issue citation tickets with appropriate penalties if the helmet is not worn or does not meet standards.