CALAMBA CITY, Laguna (PIA) — The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) in Calabarzon has strengthened its partnership with key private sector players in an effort to promote and uphold workers’ rights.
“DOLE Calabarzon is actively coordinating with private companies in various ways to ensure that our workers are given the correct and lawful benefits. This includes regular labor inspections and Technical and Advisory Visits where we assist micro-enterprise proprietors in understanding and properly implementing labor laws—covering correct wage computation, statutory benefits like SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and compliance with Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) standards,” said DOLE Calabarzon Regional Director Erwin N. Aquino.
He emphasized that the Labor department remains hands-on in ensuring that employees across the region receive fair wages, lawful benefits, and a safe working environment.
As part of these efforts, the agency marked the World Day for Safety and Health at Work on April 28, bringing together over 200 representatives from labor and management sectors.
The event highlights the importance of a strong enforcement of occupational safety and health rules, not just as a legal obligation but as a vital element in building productive, safe, and sustainable work environments.
Aquino said that they continue to observe the Single Entry Approach (SENA) as a standout mechanism for dispute resolution and in addressing labor complaints without the need for costly and time-consuming litigation.
“When there are complaints [from the workers], we immediately mediate or conciliate conferences to resolve issues quickly and properly through Single Entry Approach or SENA,” Aquino said.
“It can also be done online, before filing a case in court or with a labor arbiter, it is first discussed through a conciliation-mediation conference. The goal of SENA is to resolve issues within just 30 days, without the need for a long process and costs,” the director explained.
He added: “Through these programs, we ensure that workers’ rights are protected, and at the same time we strengthen labor-management relations for a stronger industry.” (AM, CA/PIA-4A)
