DOE DEPARTMENT CIRCULAR NO. 2002-05-002, MAY 30, 2002

: The main purpose is to require dealers and operators of gasoline stations to post warning signs against the use and operation of cellular phones while gassing-up in gasoline stations to prevent potential fire hazards.
: Because battery-operated devices like cellular phones can produce small electric sparks from their key pads or ringers, which might ignite flammable gas fumes.
: Operators must post ample and prominent warning signs against the use of cellular phones while filling up gasoline at each pump island within the station.
: The warning signs should use the design attached as Annex 1 of the circular or an equivalent approved by the DOE.
: Yes, oil companies and dealers can post their own warning signs, but only with prior approval from the DOE.
: First offense: a warning; Second offense: a fine of P2,000; Third offense: a fine of P5,000.
: Fifteen (15) days after its complete publication in two newspapers of general circulation.
: Full compliance must be achieved no later than July 30, 2002.
: Yes, it acknowledges that areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often marked but not always clearly defined.