Definition of Strike
- Strike includes concerted work stoppages.
- Also covers slowdowns, mass leaves, sitdowns.
- Includes attempts to damage, destroy, or sabotage plant equipment and facilities.
Definition of Lockout
- Lockout entails shutdowns.
- Includes mass retrenchments and dismissals.
- Such actions require prior written clearance from the Secretary of Labor or authorized representative.
Protection of Union Members and Organizers
- Union members or organizers cannot be arrested or detained for union activities without prior consultation with the Secretary of Labor.
- Exception made if national security, public peace are at risk, or if a crime is committed.
Assistance to Underprivileged Workers
- The Department of Labor shall provide special assistance to organize underprivileged workers for collective bargaining.
- This includes workers not typically covered by major labor organizations due to occupation, income, or organizational structure.
Role of Institute of Labor and Manpower Studies
- The Institute provides technical assistance and labor education.
- Focus areas include collective bargaining, arbitration, labor standards, and the Labor Code.
Regulation of Foreign Participation in Labor Activities
- All aliens and foreign organizations are prohibited from direct or indirect participation in trade union activities.
- Normal contracts between Philippine unions and recognized international labor centers are exempted.
Control Over Donations and Assistance to Labor Groups
- No donations or assistance (cash or in-kind) may be given without prior written permission from the Secretary of Labor.
- Includes donations to labor organizations, cooperatives, credit unions, and related institutes.
- The Secretary of Labor will set rules on reporting and regulation of said donations.
Penalties for Foreign Violators
- Foreigners violating provisions face immediate and summary deportation.
- Such individuals are permanently barred from returning without Presidential permission.
Special Jurisdiction of Secretary of Labor in Labor Disputes
- The Secretary of Labor can assume jurisdiction and summarily decide unresolved labor disputes critical to national interest.
- Decisions are final and executory, unless stayed by the President.
Enforcement and Penalties
- Violators will be arrested and detained for the duration of the national emergency or until otherwise ordered.
- Violations by legitimate labor organizations may result in disciplinary action, including cancellation of registration permits.
Application to Rural and Agrarian Organizations
- Provisions related to foreign organizations and activities apply to farm tenants and rural workers.
- The Secretary of Agrarian Reform exercises the Secretary of Labor's powers for such cases.
Rulemaking Authority of Secretary of Labor
- The Secretary is empowered to issue rules and regulations to implement the decree effectively.
Integration with Labor Code and Repeals
- This decree is incorporated into the Labor Code of the Philippines.
- Inconsistent or contrary laws, decrees, general orders, or instructions are repealed.