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Department Order No. 40-G-13 amending Rules XXII of of the Implementing Rules of Book V of the Labor Code of the Philippines. -

Adoption: 2013-10-21 | PHL-2013-R-102929

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Rules on Labor Law Compliance System (Department Order No. 13-13). -

Adoption: 2013-07-29 | PHL-2013-M-94135

Rule 1 - Title and Construction
Rule 2 - Definition of Terms
Rule 3 - General Provisions
Rule 4 - Joint Assessment
Rule 5 - Compliance Visit
Rule 6 - Occupational Safety and Health Standards Investigation
Rule 7 - Certificates of Compliance
Rule 8 - Mandatory Conference
Rule 9 - Compliance Order
Rule 10 - Compromise Agreement
Rule 11 - Appeal
Rule 12 - Execution
Rule 13 - Miscellaneous Provisions
Rule 14 - Transitory and Final Provisions

Repeals Department Order No. 57-04 known as the New Labor Standards Enforcement Framework.

Philippines - Labour codes, general labour and employment acts - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Department Order No. 40-G-03 amending Rules XXII of of the Implementing Rules of Book V of the Labor Code of the Philippines. -

Adoption: 2010-03-29 | PHL-2010-R-102928

Philippines - Labour codes, general labour and employment acts - Miscellaneous (circular, directive, legal notice, instruction, etc.)

Rules to Implement the Labor Code. -

Adoption: 1989-05-27 | PHL-1989-M-77583

Preliminary Provisions
Book I - Pre-Employment
Book II - Human Resources Development Program
Book III - Conditions of Employment
Book IV - Health, Safety and Social Welfare Benefits
Book V - Labor Relations
Book VI - Post Employment
Book VII - Final Provisions

Philippines - Labour codes, general labour and employment acts - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Omnibus Rules Implementing the Labor Code. -

Adoption: 1989-05-27 | PHL-1989-R-102930

These Rules and Regulations amend the Rules implementing Presidential Decree No. 442 (the Labor Code; LS 1974-Phi.1A) in consequence of Republic Act No. 6715. A new Rule XI, on the adjudicatory powers of the Department of Labor and Employment, is incorporated in Book III of those Rules. Rules XI, XII and XIII of Book III are hereby renumbered accordingly. In Book V, the rules are recast in regard to definitions, union registration, representation cases, internal-union disputes, elections, registration of collective bargaining agreements, voluntary arbitration, the labour-management council and picketing, strikes and lockouts. A strike or lockout may be declared in case of a bargaining deadlock or an unfair labour practice, as further defined (Book V, Rule XIII, s. 40). The Rules also govern improved offer balloting and execution of decisions, awards and orders. (LLD-1990/1)

Preliminary Provisions
Book One - Pre-employment
Book Two - National Manpower Development Program
Book Three - Conditions of Employment
Book Four - Health, Safety and Welfare Benefits
Book Five - Labor Relations
Book Six - Post Employment
Book Seven - Prescriptions, Transitory and Final Provisions

Philippines - Labour codes, general labour and employment acts - Law, Act

Act amending the Labor Code (R.A. No. 6715). -

Adoption: 1989-03-02 | Date of entry into force: 1989-03-21 | PHL-1989-L-7861

This Act amends the Labor Code (Presidential Decree No. 442; LS 1974-Phi.1A) to overhaul the law governing strikes and to promote collective bargaining and voluntary dispute settlement. It adds a new Title VII-A, "Grievance machinery and voluntary arbitration," to the Code. Fresh provision is made for the National Labor Relations Commission, which is empowered, inter alia, to review cases decided by "labor arbiters". The Bureau of Labor Relations is charged with registering "legitimate trade unions", whose rights are spelled out, and maintaining a file of collective agreements. The amendments set forth procedures to follow in collective bargaining, and increase the term of agreements from three to five years. An employee in regular employment is not to be dismissed except for just cause or as authorised by the new provisions. Written notice of termination is henceforth required. Finally, the Act strengthens protections for wage claims in case of bankruptcy. (LLD-1990/1)

Philippines - Labour codes, general labour and employment acts - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Executive Order No. 111 amending certain provisions of the Labor Code, as amended.

Adoption: 1986-12-24 | PHL-1986-R-3060

These amendments primarily address trade union representation and procedures governing the right to strike. The Order also amends ss. 60 and 61 regarding the employment of apprentices and the contents of apprenticeship agreements, as well as s. 128(b) regarding powers to order compliance with labour standards. The Order replaces the provisions on state policy towards the labour movement (s. 211(c) of the Labor Code (LS 1974 - Phi. 1A (published as s. 210(c))) and changes one of the registration requirements for labour organizations (s. 234(c) (published as s. 233(c))). It amends s. 245 on the right of employees in the public service to organize and bargain collectively and ss. 257 and 258 on representation issues in organized establishments and petitions in unorganized establishments. Sections numbered in the Order as s. 264(c) and (f) and s. 265(d) address the filing of a notice of a strike or lockout and cooling-off periods, the requirements for a decision to declare a strike or lockout, and the prohibition placed on public officials to introduce or escort replacements for strikers. The provisions of ss. 238 and the second paragraph of ss. 239 and 241 (published as ss. 237, 238 and 240) on the structuring of the labour movement are repealed, as is Letter of Instruction No. 1458 to the extent indicated in the Order. The Order becomes effective 15 days after publication in the Official Gazette.

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Act to amend Arts. 212, 217, 218, 255, 264, 265 and 273 of the Labor Code of the Philippines and for other purposes. -

Adoption: 1982-06-02 | PHL-1982-L-5184

Amends the above-cited sections of the Labor Code (LS 1974 - Phi. 1A) in relation to strikes, jurisdiction of labour arbitrators, injunctions in labour disputes, strikes in essential services or export processing zones, prohibited activities and penalties.

Philippines - Labour codes, general labour and employment acts - Law, Act

An Act amending articles 214, 217, 231, 232, 234, 249, 250, 251, 257, 262, 263, 264, 265, 278, 283 and 284 of Presidential Decree No. 442 [LS 1974-Phi. 1A], otherwise known as the Labor Code of the Philippines, as amended, to further promote free trade unionism and collective bargaining and for other purposes (Batas Pambansa Bilang 130). -

Adoption: 1981-08-21 | PHL-1981-L-10848

Amends provisions of the Labor Code relating to, inter alia, registration of trade unions and collective agreements. Amends s. 249 to prohibit interference or discrimination by an employer based on an employee's legal participation in labour activities; equally, amends s. 250 to prohibit interference or discrimination on the part of a trade union. Prohibits strikes or lock-outs in vital industries, which include enterprises engaged in education, communication, transport, banking and distribution of fuel. If arbitration fails, workers not engaged in a vital industry may strike; the President, however, may refer the labour dispute to compulsory arbitration. Workers participating in illegal strikes may be terminated. Also contains provisions relating to conditions under which employers may legally terminate employment (redundancy, disciplinary reasons).

Philippines - Labour codes, general labour and employment acts - Law, Act

An Act to amend Articles 9 and 10, Chapter Two, Preliminary Title, of the Labor Code, in Order to Remove Discrepancies With Presidential Decree No. 27 Which Said Chapter Purports to Reproduce (Batas Pambansa Bilang 32). -

Adoption: 1979-06-06 | PHL-1979-L-77580

Articles 9 and 10 amend the Labor Code to put it into line with the Code of Agrarian Reforms. The amendments deal with determining cost of land and ownership of land for tenant farmers. Title is not to be conferred on a tenant farmer unless they are full members of a duly recognized farmers' co-operative.

Philippines - Labour codes, general labour and employment acts - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Presidential Decree No. 1412 further amending certain provision of Book I, Presidential Decree No. 442, otherwise known as the Labor Code of the Philippines [LS 1974-Phi. 1A.]

Adoption: 1978-06-09 | PHL-1978-R-12759

Numerous amendments relating, inter alia, to placement.

Philippines - Labour codes, general labour and employment acts - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Presidential Decree No. 1391 amending Book V of the Labor Code of the Philippines to ensure speedy labor justice and further stabilise industrial peace.

Adoption: 1978-05-29 | PHL-1978-R-12758

Philippines - Labour codes, general labour and employment acts - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Presidential Decree No. 1367 further amending certain provisions of Book V of Presidential Decree No. 442, otherwise know as the Labor Code of the Philippines, as amended [LS 1974-Phi. 1A].

Adoption: 1978-05-01 | PHL-1978-R-12756

Amends ss. 217, 223 and 244.

Philippines - Labour codes, general labour and employment acts - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Presidential Decree No. 1368 amending further certain provisions of Title II, Book IV, of the Labor Code of the Philippines (Presidential Decree 442), as amended [LS 1974-Phi. 1A].

Adoption: 1978-05-01 | PHL-1978-R-12757

Amends ss. 167, 176, 177, 179, 191 to 194 and 208.

Philippines - Labour codes, general labour and employment acts - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Presidential Decree No. 849 amending Presidential Decree No. 823 and for other purposes.

Adoption: 1975-12-16 | PHL-1975-R-5185

Amends ss. 1, 8, 10 and 11 of Presidential Decree No. 823 concerning in particular lockouts, strikes, dispute resolution, penalties and foreign contributions to a workers' or employers' organization.

Philippines - Labour codes, general labour and employment acts - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Presidential Decree No. 850, amending certain ss. of Presidential Decree No. 442 entitled "Labor Code of the Philippines".

Adoption: 1975-12-16 | PHL-1975-R-14565

Numerous amendments.

Philippines - Labour codes, general labour and employment acts - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Presidential Decree No. 643, amending s. 42 of Presidential Decree No. 570-A amending certain provisions of Presidential Decree No. 442, entitled "Labor Code of the Philippines" [LS 1974 - Phi. 1 A].

Adoption: 1975-01-21 | PHL-1975-R-14561

Appeals against arbitration awards.

Philippines - Labour codes, general labour and employment acts - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Rules and Regulations implementing the Labor Code of the Philippines [LS 1974 - Phi. 1 A], as amended.

Adoption: 1975-01-19 | PHL-1975-R-14560

Philippines - Labour codes, general labour and employment acts - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Presidential Decree No. 570-A amending certain sections of Presidential Decree No. 442 entitled "Labor Code of the Philippines".

Adoption: 1974-11-01 | PHL-1974-R-15243

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The Labor Code (Presidential Decree No. 442 of 1974). -

Adoption: 1974-05-01 | PHL-1974-L-15242

The Labor Code was renumbered in 2015 following the adoption of the 2011 Act allowing the employment of night workers thereby repealing section 130 and 131 of Presidential Decree No. 442, as amended, otherwise known as the Labor Code of the Philippines (R.A. No. 10151). This amendment introduced a new Chapter V into Book 3 of the Code regulating night work. The new Books and Chapters are as follows:

PRELIMINARY TITLE
Chapter I. General Provisions
Chapter II. Emancipation of Tenants

BOOK ONE - PRE-EMLOYMENT
TITLE I - Recruitment and Placement of Workers
Chapter I. General Provisions
Chapter II. Regulation of Recruitment and Placement Activities
Chapter III. Miscellaneous Provisions
TITLE II - Employment of Non-Resident Aliens

BOOK TWO - HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
TITLE I - National Manpower Development Program
Chapter I. National Policies and Administrative Machinery for their Implementation
TITLE II - Training and Employment of Special Workers
Chapter I. Apprentices
Chapter II. Learners
Chapter III. Handicap Workers

BOOK THREE - CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
TITLE I - Working Conditions and Rest Periods
Chapter I. Hours of Work
Chapter II. Weekly Rest Periods
Chapter III. Holidays, Service Incentive Leaves, and Service Charges
TITLE II - Wages
Chapter I. Preliminary Matters
Chapter II. Minimum Wage Rates
Chapter III. Payment of Wages
Chapter IV. Prohibitions regarding Wages
Chapter V. Wages Studies, Wage Agreements, and Wage Determination
Chapter VI. Administration and Enforcement
TITLE III. Employment Conditions for Special Groups of Employees
Chapter I. Employment of Women
Chapter II. Employment of Minors
Chapter III. Employment of Househelpers [*Repealed by Act No. 10361, the Domestic Workers Act of 2013]
Chapter IV. Employment of Home Workers
Chapter V. Employment of Night Workers [Inserted by Act No. 10151]

BOOK FOUR - HEALTH, SAFETY AND SOCIAL WELFARE BENEFITS
TITLE I. Medical, Dental and Occupational Safety
Chapter I. Medical and Dental Services
Chapter II. Occupational Health and Safety
TITLE II. Employees Compensation and State Insurance Fund
Chapter I. Policy and Definitions
Chapter II. Coverage and Liability
Chapter III. Administration
Chapter IV. Contributions
Chapter V. Medical Benefits
Chapter VI. Disability Benefits
Chapter VII. Death Benefits
Chapter VIII. Provisions Common to Income Benefits
Chapter IX. Records, Reports and Penal Provisions
TITLE III - Medical Care
TITLE IV - Adult Education

BOOK FIVE - LABOUR RELATIONS
TITLE I - Policy and Definitions
Chapter I. Policy
Chapter II. Definitions
TITLE II - National Labor Relations Commission
Chapter I. Creation and Composition
Chapter II. Powers and Duties
Chapter III. Appeal
TITLE III - Bureau of Labor Relations
TITLE IV - Labor Organization
Chapter I. Registration and Cancellation
Chapter II. Rights and Conditions of Membership
Chapter III. Rights of Legitimate Labor Organizations
TITLE V - Coverage
TITLE VI - Unfair Labor Practices
TITLE VII - Collective Bargaining and Administration of Agreements
TITLE VII A - Grievance Machinery and Voluntary Arbitration
TITLE VIII - Strikes, Lockouts and Foreign Involvement and Trade Union Activities
TITLE IX - Special Provisions

BOOK SIX - POST EMPLOYMENT
TITLE I - Termination of Employment
TITLE II - Retirement from the Service

BOOK SEVEN - TRANSITORY AND FINAL PROVISIONS
TITLE I - Penal Provisions and Liability
TITLE II - Prescription of Offences and Claims
TITLE III - Transitory and Final Provisions