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Practice question: Mandatory Conciliation-Mediation (RA 10396)

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Practice question

Workers report lack of required PPE in the specified OSH circumstances. Management insists that mandatory SEnA must first be completed before the separate OSH route may operate. Which listed exception matters?
  1. A rule allowing only private employers to inspect themselves
  2. A rule eliminating all PPE protections
  3. A rule making every safety issue only a voluntary gift
  4. A rule requiring settlement before all safety action
  5. The express OSH exception for lack or inadequacy of PPE

Legal references

  • DOLE Department Order 249-25, Rule II Section 2, coverage and exceptions: https://ncmb.gov.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/DO249-.pdf

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