This document summarizes key aspects of Republic Act No. 4566, which establishes the Philippine Licensing Board for Contractors. It creates the board to regulate and license contractors. The board has powers to issue, suspend, and revoke contractor licenses. It investigates violations and can subpoena witnesses. Contractors must be qualified, licensed, and classified based on their area of work. The document outlines licensing requirements and qualifications, disciplinary actions and penalties for non-compliance.
Philippine Licensing Board for Contractors Act by Cabilogan, Eryl Kean R. (RA...Abdulliah Mae Telewik
This document summarizes Republic Act No. 4566, also known as the Philippine Licensing Board for Contractors Act. The purpose of the act is to regulate and license contractors to ensure public safety by only allowing qualified contractors to undertake construction projects. It establishes a Licensing Board for Contractors to issue, suspend, and revoke contractor licenses. The act also classifies contractors, outlines licensing and renewal requirements, and establishes causes for disciplinary action or penalties for unlicensed contractors.
This executive order creates an arbitration commission for the Philippine construction industry. The order establishes the Construction Industry Arbitration Commission (CIAC) to settle disputes arising from construction contracts. The CIAC will have original and exclusive jurisdiction over disputes involving both government and private construction contracts. The order outlines the composition, functions, and authority of the CIAC to appoint arbitrators, collect fees, and make final and binding rulings on contract disputes in the Philippine construction sector.
Eo1008 creating arbitration machinery for phil cons.industryjbonvier
The document establishes an arbitration commission for the Philippine construction industry. It creates the Construction Industry Arbitration Commission (CIAC) to settle disputes arising from construction contracts. The CIAC will have jurisdiction over voluntary arbitrations and will be composed of a chairman and two members appointed by the Construction Industry Authority of the Philippines. It will formulate arbitration rules and procedures and appoint arbitrators to settle disputes in the construction sector.
The document discusses contract labor in India. It notes that contract workers are hired by contractors and perform work for establishments. However, contract labor should not be used for permanent, necessary work. The Contract Labor Act of 1970 regulates and aims to abolish contract labor in some cases. It requires establishments and contractors with over 20 workers to follow rules on wages, working conditions, and amenities for contract laborers. There is debate around balancing flexibility for employers with protections for contract workers.
THE INTER-STATE MIGRANT WORKMEN(REGULATION OF EMPLOYMENT AND CONDITIONS OF SE...satyabrata patro
1) The document discusses the Inter-State Migrant Workmen (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act of 1979, which was enacted to regulate the employment of migrant workers who move between Indian states for work.
2) It provides background on the exploitative system of employing migrant workers known as "Dadan Labour" in states like Odisha. Workers faced issues like broken promises on wages, long work hours, lack of leave, and poor working conditions.
3) The Act aims to protect migrant workers' rights by requiring registration/licensing of employers, stipulating wages and benefits for workers, and establishing enforcement mechanisms like inspectors to ensure compliance.
A study of contract labour regulation and abolition act, 1970Mainan Ray
The document discusses the Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act of 1970 in India. It was enacted to regulate contract labour and protect them from exploitation, as they often performed the same work as regular employees but without the same wages and benefits. The courts have struggled to consistently interpret whether the act provides contract workers the right to employment after their positions are abolished. While some rulings supported absorption, others only followed the text of the act which does not mention this right. The issue remains ongoing as contract workers continue facing precarious conditions.
The Industrial Employment Standing Orders Act, 1946Sandip Satbhai
This document provides an overview of the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946 in India. The key points are:
1. The Act aims to ensure workers know the terms and conditions of their employment by requiring employers to define rules regarding working conditions, leave, holidays, termination and more in certified standing orders.
2. Employers must submit draft standing orders to certifying officers, who certify the orders after considering any objections from workers. Certified standing orders have statutory force and define the terms of employment.
3. The Act applies to establishments with 100 or more workers and covers manual, clerical, skilled and unskilled workers. It aims to minimize conflicts and foster harmonious employer-
The Standing Orders Act, 1946 aims to require employers to define conditions of work, bring uniformity in employment terms, minimize conflicts, and foster good employer-employee relations. It applies to establishments with 100+ workers. Employers must submit draft standing orders to the certifying officer, who certifies them after considering objections. Certified orders can be modified through the certifying officer and become enforceable after 30 days, regulating conduct like attendance, leave, misconduct etc. The Act aims to formalize employment terms and resolve disputes.
Philippine Licensing Board for Contractors Act by Cabilogan, Eryl Kean R. (RA...Abdulliah Mae Telewik
This document summarizes Republic Act No. 4566, also known as the Philippine Licensing Board for Contractors Act. The purpose of the act is to regulate and license contractors to ensure public safety by only allowing qualified contractors to undertake construction projects. It establishes a Licensing Board for Contractors to issue, suspend, and revoke contractor licenses. The act also classifies contractors, outlines licensing and renewal requirements, and establishes causes for disciplinary action or penalties for unlicensed contractors.
This executive order creates an arbitration commission for the Philippine construction industry. The order establishes the Construction Industry Arbitration Commission (CIAC) to settle disputes arising from construction contracts. The CIAC will have original and exclusive jurisdiction over disputes involving both government and private construction contracts. The order outlines the composition, functions, and authority of the CIAC to appoint arbitrators, collect fees, and make final and binding rulings on contract disputes in the Philippine construction sector.
Eo1008 creating arbitration machinery for phil cons.industryjbonvier
The document establishes an arbitration commission for the Philippine construction industry. It creates the Construction Industry Arbitration Commission (CIAC) to settle disputes arising from construction contracts. The CIAC will have jurisdiction over voluntary arbitrations and will be composed of a chairman and two members appointed by the Construction Industry Authority of the Philippines. It will formulate arbitration rules and procedures and appoint arbitrators to settle disputes in the construction sector.
The document discusses contract labor in India. It notes that contract workers are hired by contractors and perform work for establishments. However, contract labor should not be used for permanent, necessary work. The Contract Labor Act of 1970 regulates and aims to abolish contract labor in some cases. It requires establishments and contractors with over 20 workers to follow rules on wages, working conditions, and amenities for contract laborers. There is debate around balancing flexibility for employers with protections for contract workers.
THE INTER-STATE MIGRANT WORKMEN(REGULATION OF EMPLOYMENT AND CONDITIONS OF SE...satyabrata patro
1) The document discusses the Inter-State Migrant Workmen (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act of 1979, which was enacted to regulate the employment of migrant workers who move between Indian states for work.
2) It provides background on the exploitative system of employing migrant workers known as "Dadan Labour" in states like Odisha. Workers faced issues like broken promises on wages, long work hours, lack of leave, and poor working conditions.
3) The Act aims to protect migrant workers' rights by requiring registration/licensing of employers, stipulating wages and benefits for workers, and establishing enforcement mechanisms like inspectors to ensure compliance.
A study of contract labour regulation and abolition act, 1970Mainan Ray
The document discusses the Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act of 1970 in India. It was enacted to regulate contract labour and protect them from exploitation, as they often performed the same work as regular employees but without the same wages and benefits. The courts have struggled to consistently interpret whether the act provides contract workers the right to employment after their positions are abolished. While some rulings supported absorption, others only followed the text of the act which does not mention this right. The issue remains ongoing as contract workers continue facing precarious conditions.
The Industrial Employment Standing Orders Act, 1946Sandip Satbhai
This document provides an overview of the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946 in India. The key points are:
1. The Act aims to ensure workers know the terms and conditions of their employment by requiring employers to define rules regarding working conditions, leave, holidays, termination and more in certified standing orders.
2. Employers must submit draft standing orders to certifying officers, who certify the orders after considering any objections from workers. Certified standing orders have statutory force and define the terms of employment.
3. The Act applies to establishments with 100 or more workers and covers manual, clerical, skilled and unskilled workers. It aims to minimize conflicts and foster harmonious employer-
The Standing Orders Act, 1946 aims to require employers to define conditions of work, bring uniformity in employment terms, minimize conflicts, and foster good employer-employee relations. It applies to establishments with 100+ workers. Employers must submit draft standing orders to the certifying officer, who certifies them after considering objections. Certified orders can be modified through the certifying officer and become enforceable after 30 days, regulating conduct like attendance, leave, misconduct etc. The Act aims to formalize employment terms and resolve disputes.
The Contract Labour (Regulation And Abolition) Act, 1970 regulates the employment of contract labour in certain establishments. It applies to establishments with 20 or more workmen employed on any day in the preceding 12 months. The Act requires contractors to register and obtain licenses, and places obligations on contractors and principals employers regarding wages, welfare facilities, and maintaining records. It has been amended in 1986 and 2004, and is linked to other labor laws regarding wages, benefits, and dispute resolution. The Act seeks to balance regulating contract labor while allowing its use in appropriate circumstances.
This document outlines the key chapters and articles of UAE labor law. It defines important terms like employer, worker, establishment, employment contract, remuneration, and work. It discusses employment regulations for nationals and non-nationals, including giving preference to Arab workers from other countries when national workers are unavailable. It also covers requirements for obtaining work permits for non-national employees and conditions under which the Ministry of Labor can cancel work permits. The law aims to protect worker rights while prioritizing employment opportunities for UAE nationals.
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The document discusses the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act of 1946 in India. The Act was passed to require employers to formally define conditions of employment in order to minimize friction between management and workers. It describes the key aspects of employment that must be covered by standing orders, such as work hours, leave, hiring/firing, and matters of discipline. Additional items specific to coal mines are also outlined.
The Contract Labor (Regulation And Abolition) Act was enacted in the year 1970 by the Indian Legislature.
The act applies to all the establishments where the number of workmen employed as contract labor are 20 or more .on any day of the preceding twelve months. it includes all the contracts of Governments and local authorities as well.
The document discusses the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946 which was enacted in India to define the terms and conditions of employment in industrial establishments.
The key objectives of the Act were to curb exploitation of employees by employers, bring uniformity in conditions of service across different establishments in the same industry, and ensure employees are made aware of their terms and conditions before accepting employment.
The Act applies to establishments employing 100 or more workers and requires employers to submit draft standing orders covering matters listed in a schedule to the Act to the certifying officer for certification. The certifying officer reviews the draft orders for fairness, reasonableness and conformity with the Act before certification.
A brief through the content and purpose of Architect Act 1967, Architect Rules 1996, Scale of Minimum Fees (Architect Rules 2010). Covering the law and practices concern and case study on the application of Architect Act 1967 & Architect Rules 2010.
Credit to the team:
KIM ZHAO WEI
LIM SIAW YEN
PATRICK CHHOA
LEE SAI FONG
ELAINE LEE MEI LIAN
KOK LEAN KEAT
(Master of Architecture, UTM)
Key Takeaways:
- Social security for building / construction workers
- Extension of scope to gig / platform workers
- Creation of social security board for unorganised workers
The Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act 1946JFM Lohith Shetty
The document summarizes key aspects of The Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946 in India.
The Act requires employers in industrial establishments with 100+ workers to submit draft standing orders to Certifying Officers covering matters like work hours, leave, termination, and misconduct. Certifying Officers review the draft orders and certify them if provisions cover required matters and conform to the Act. Certified standing orders must be posted and can be modified after 6 months. The Act establishes penalties for non-compliance and gives enforcement authorities civil court powers. It does not apply to certain government-regulated industries and establishments.
The Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act-1970Sandip Satbhai
The document is a presentation about the Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act of 1970 in India. It begins with notices about working from home during COVID-19 and then provides definitions of key terms like contractor, contract labor, and principal employer. It outlines the objectives of the Act which are to regulate employment of contract labor and bring them at par with regular employees. It also describes provisions around registration of establishments employing contract labor and licensing of contractors. The presentation provides an overview of important chapters and sections of the Act.
The Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970 regulates the employment of contract labour in establishments with 20 or more workers. It provides for the abolition of contract labour in certain circumstances. The act applies to contractors employing 20 or more workers. It establishes advisory boards to represent stakeholders. Establishments must register with registering officers and obtain certificates. Contractors must be licensed. The act mandates welfare amenities for contract workers and holds the principal employer responsible for ensuring proper payment of wages. It prescribes penalties for non-compliance and requires the maintenance of records.
This document provides the contents and preamble of the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946 of India, as amended over time. Some key points:
- The Act requires employers in industrial establishments to formally define employment conditions for workers in the form of standing orders.
- It applies to establishments employing 100+ workers, or fewer as notified by the government. Some types of establishments are exempt.
- Draft standing orders covering matters like wages, work hours, leave etc. must be submitted by employers to certifying officers for certification.
- Certifying officers review drafts, hear objections from unions/workers, and certify orders as long as required matters are covered and they conform to the Act.
The document summarizes key provisions around independent directors, women directors, related party transactions, corporate social responsibility committees, and other committees under the Companies Act 2013 in India. It outlines requirements for independent directors, qualifications for independent directors, their term and appointment process. It also discusses provisions around having a woman director, defining related parties and transactions with them, and mandatory committees around corporate social responsibility, audits, nominations and remuneration, and stakeholders' relationship.
The document summarizes the key amendments introduced in four labour codes passed by the Indian Parliament in 2020. The four codes consolidate 29 central labour laws covering industrial relations, social security, occupational safety and wages. Some notable changes introduced include increasing the threshold for requiring a standing order from 100 to 300 workers, expanding the scope of legal strikes and introducing conditions for arbitration proceedings. The codes aim to simplify labour laws and extend social security benefits to all workers.
The Contract Labour (Regulation & Abolition) Act, 1970 aims to regulate the employment of contract labor and provide for its abolition in certain circumstances. Some key points covered in the document include: applicability of the Act to establishments employing 20 or more contract laborers, licensing requirements for contractors, obligations of the principal employer regarding welfare amenities, and provisions regarding registers, wages and notices for contract laborers. The Act also provides criteria for the abolition of contract labor by the Appropriate Government in certain cases.
The document discusses key sections of the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946 related to the approval of standing orders in India. It outlines the procedures for employers to submit draft standing orders (Section 3), conditions for certification of standing orders (Section 4), and obtaining certified standing orders (Section 5). It also discusses the roles of the Certifying Officer, appellate authorities, and case laws related to standing orders and their binding nature on employers and employees. Recent amendments to incorporate "fixed term employees" in Karnataka in response to COVID-19 are also mentioned.
The document summarizes the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act of 1946 in India. The key points are:
1) The Act requires employers with over 100 workers to define terms of employment in certified standing orders covering areas like working hours, leave, discipline and termination procedures.
2) It aims to ensure workers know their employment conditions and prevent exploitation, while promoting industrial harmony.
3) Employers must submit draft standing orders for certification and modify them only with approval. Certified standing orders supersede employment contracts and are binding on employers and workers.
This document summarizes Republic Act No. 8495, which regulates the practice of mechanical engineering in the Philippines. Some key points:
- It establishes a Board of Mechanical Engineering to oversee the registration, licensure and practice of mechanical engineers. The board is tasked with developing rules and regulations, administering exams, issuing certificates, and handling ethics violations.
- It defines the practice of mechanical engineering and terms like mechanical equipment/machinery. Practicing mechanical engineering includes engineering design, management/supervision of mechanical works/plants, teaching mechanical engineering subjects, and certain government employment roles.
- It outlines qualifications for Board members, including being a natural-born citizen, having a mechanical engineering degree
This document outlines accessibility laws and regulations in the Philippines, specifically Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 (Accessibility Law) and its amended implementing rules and regulations. Some key points:
- The law requires certain buildings, institutions, establishments and public utilities to install accessibility features like ramps and railings to enhance mobility for disabled persons.
- Amended implementing rules specify minimum accessibility requirements for new and existing buildings, streets/sidewalks, transportation, public phones and more.
- Requirements include accessible entrances/exits, parking, signs, stairs, restrooms, elevators and more based on building use categories.
- Violators face imprisonment and fines. Exemptions allow for
The Contract Labour (Regulation And Abolition) Act, 1970 regulates the employment of contract labour in certain establishments. It applies to establishments with 20 or more workmen employed on any day in the preceding 12 months. The Act requires contractors to register and obtain licenses, and places obligations on contractors and principals employers regarding wages, welfare facilities, and maintaining records. It has been amended in 1986 and 2004, and is linked to other labor laws regarding wages, benefits, and dispute resolution. The Act seeks to balance regulating contract labor while allowing its use in appropriate circumstances.
This document outlines the key chapters and articles of UAE labor law. It defines important terms like employer, worker, establishment, employment contract, remuneration, and work. It discusses employment regulations for nationals and non-nationals, including giving preference to Arab workers from other countries when national workers are unavailable. It also covers requirements for obtaining work permits for non-national employees and conditions under which the Ministry of Labor can cancel work permits. The law aims to protect worker rights while prioritizing employment opportunities for UAE nationals.
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The document discusses the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act of 1946 in India. The Act was passed to require employers to formally define conditions of employment in order to minimize friction between management and workers. It describes the key aspects of employment that must be covered by standing orders, such as work hours, leave, hiring/firing, and matters of discipline. Additional items specific to coal mines are also outlined.
The Contract Labor (Regulation And Abolition) Act was enacted in the year 1970 by the Indian Legislature.
The act applies to all the establishments where the number of workmen employed as contract labor are 20 or more .on any day of the preceding twelve months. it includes all the contracts of Governments and local authorities as well.
The document discusses the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946 which was enacted in India to define the terms and conditions of employment in industrial establishments.
The key objectives of the Act were to curb exploitation of employees by employers, bring uniformity in conditions of service across different establishments in the same industry, and ensure employees are made aware of their terms and conditions before accepting employment.
The Act applies to establishments employing 100 or more workers and requires employers to submit draft standing orders covering matters listed in a schedule to the Act to the certifying officer for certification. The certifying officer reviews the draft orders for fairness, reasonableness and conformity with the Act before certification.
A brief through the content and purpose of Architect Act 1967, Architect Rules 1996, Scale of Minimum Fees (Architect Rules 2010). Covering the law and practices concern and case study on the application of Architect Act 1967 & Architect Rules 2010.
Credit to the team:
KIM ZHAO WEI
LIM SIAW YEN
PATRICK CHHOA
LEE SAI FONG
ELAINE LEE MEI LIAN
KOK LEAN KEAT
(Master of Architecture, UTM)
Key Takeaways:
- Social security for building / construction workers
- Extension of scope to gig / platform workers
- Creation of social security board for unorganised workers
The Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act 1946JFM Lohith Shetty
The document summarizes key aspects of The Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946 in India.
The Act requires employers in industrial establishments with 100+ workers to submit draft standing orders to Certifying Officers covering matters like work hours, leave, termination, and misconduct. Certifying Officers review the draft orders and certify them if provisions cover required matters and conform to the Act. Certified standing orders must be posted and can be modified after 6 months. The Act establishes penalties for non-compliance and gives enforcement authorities civil court powers. It does not apply to certain government-regulated industries and establishments.
The Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act-1970Sandip Satbhai
The document is a presentation about the Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act of 1970 in India. It begins with notices about working from home during COVID-19 and then provides definitions of key terms like contractor, contract labor, and principal employer. It outlines the objectives of the Act which are to regulate employment of contract labor and bring them at par with regular employees. It also describes provisions around registration of establishments employing contract labor and licensing of contractors. The presentation provides an overview of important chapters and sections of the Act.
The Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970 regulates the employment of contract labour in establishments with 20 or more workers. It provides for the abolition of contract labour in certain circumstances. The act applies to contractors employing 20 or more workers. It establishes advisory boards to represent stakeholders. Establishments must register with registering officers and obtain certificates. Contractors must be licensed. The act mandates welfare amenities for contract workers and holds the principal employer responsible for ensuring proper payment of wages. It prescribes penalties for non-compliance and requires the maintenance of records.
This document provides the contents and preamble of the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946 of India, as amended over time. Some key points:
- The Act requires employers in industrial establishments to formally define employment conditions for workers in the form of standing orders.
- It applies to establishments employing 100+ workers, or fewer as notified by the government. Some types of establishments are exempt.
- Draft standing orders covering matters like wages, work hours, leave etc. must be submitted by employers to certifying officers for certification.
- Certifying officers review drafts, hear objections from unions/workers, and certify orders as long as required matters are covered and they conform to the Act.
The document summarizes key provisions around independent directors, women directors, related party transactions, corporate social responsibility committees, and other committees under the Companies Act 2013 in India. It outlines requirements for independent directors, qualifications for independent directors, their term and appointment process. It also discusses provisions around having a woman director, defining related parties and transactions with them, and mandatory committees around corporate social responsibility, audits, nominations and remuneration, and stakeholders' relationship.
The document summarizes the key amendments introduced in four labour codes passed by the Indian Parliament in 2020. The four codes consolidate 29 central labour laws covering industrial relations, social security, occupational safety and wages. Some notable changes introduced include increasing the threshold for requiring a standing order from 100 to 300 workers, expanding the scope of legal strikes and introducing conditions for arbitration proceedings. The codes aim to simplify labour laws and extend social security benefits to all workers.
The Contract Labour (Regulation & Abolition) Act, 1970 aims to regulate the employment of contract labor and provide for its abolition in certain circumstances. Some key points covered in the document include: applicability of the Act to establishments employing 20 or more contract laborers, licensing requirements for contractors, obligations of the principal employer regarding welfare amenities, and provisions regarding registers, wages and notices for contract laborers. The Act also provides criteria for the abolition of contract labor by the Appropriate Government in certain cases.
The document discusses key sections of the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946 related to the approval of standing orders in India. It outlines the procedures for employers to submit draft standing orders (Section 3), conditions for certification of standing orders (Section 4), and obtaining certified standing orders (Section 5). It also discusses the roles of the Certifying Officer, appellate authorities, and case laws related to standing orders and their binding nature on employers and employees. Recent amendments to incorporate "fixed term employees" in Karnataka in response to COVID-19 are also mentioned.
The document summarizes the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act of 1946 in India. The key points are:
1) The Act requires employers with over 100 workers to define terms of employment in certified standing orders covering areas like working hours, leave, discipline and termination procedures.
2) It aims to ensure workers know their employment conditions and prevent exploitation, while promoting industrial harmony.
3) Employers must submit draft standing orders for certification and modify them only with approval. Certified standing orders supersede employment contracts and are binding on employers and workers.
This document summarizes Republic Act No. 8495, which regulates the practice of mechanical engineering in the Philippines. Some key points:
- It establishes a Board of Mechanical Engineering to oversee the registration, licensure and practice of mechanical engineers. The board is tasked with developing rules and regulations, administering exams, issuing certificates, and handling ethics violations.
- It defines the practice of mechanical engineering and terms like mechanical equipment/machinery. Practicing mechanical engineering includes engineering design, management/supervision of mechanical works/plants, teaching mechanical engineering subjects, and certain government employment roles.
- It outlines qualifications for Board members, including being a natural-born citizen, having a mechanical engineering degree
This document outlines accessibility laws and regulations in the Philippines, specifically Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 (Accessibility Law) and its amended implementing rules and regulations. Some key points:
- The law requires certain buildings, institutions, establishments and public utilities to install accessibility features like ramps and railings to enhance mobility for disabled persons.
- Amended implementing rules specify minimum accessibility requirements for new and existing buildings, streets/sidewalks, transportation, public phones and more.
- Requirements include accessible entrances/exits, parking, signs, stairs, restrooms, elevators and more based on building use categories.
- Violators face imprisonment and fines. Exemptions allow for
This document is the Republic Act No. 9292 which establishes a Professional Regulatory Board of Electronics Engineering to regulate the registration, licensing, and practice of professional electronics engineers, electronics engineers, and electronics technicians in the Philippines. It defines key terms related to electronics engineering fields. It outlines the scope of practice for each category, including professional electronics engineers having sole authority to provide consulting services and sign/seal technical documents. It establishes a 3-member board appointed by the President to administer the provisions of this act, including issuing, suspending, or revoking registration certificates and identification cards.
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This document provides an application form for architectural firms to register with the Professional Regulation Commission and Philippine Regulatory Board of Architecture. The form requests information on the firm name, address, license numbers of principals and officers, and a certification that the firm will comply with laws and the code of ethics.
This document discusses different methods of project delivery between an architect and client, focusing on design-build services. It defines design-build services as a method where the architect is responsible for both design and construction of a project. There are three main types of design-build services discussed: 1) Design-Build by Administration, where the architect directly oversees all construction; 2) Design-Build on a Guaranteed Maximum Cost, where the client is given a maximum cost and the architect manages construction; 3) Design-Construct, where the architect is responsible for design and construction management. The roles and responsibilities of the architect are outlined for each type. Advantages of design-build services include compressed timelines, guaranteed costs, and
This document summarizes key aspects of Republic Act No. 9266, also known as "The Architecture Act of 2004". It establishes a Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture to regulate the practice of architecture in the Philippines. The board will be composed of a chairperson and two members appointed by the President, based on nominees from the integrated and accredited professional organization of architects. It defines terms related to the practice of architecture, including what constitutes the general and scope of practice. It also outlines qualifications for members of the regulatory board.
This document outlines the key principles and policies of the Local Government Code of the Philippines. It establishes that local government units will have genuine autonomy and decentralization of powers from the national government. It defines the basic principles that will guide decentralization, including the effective allocation of powers and resources to local units. It also establishes that local government units are responsible for providing basic services and facilities to their constituents.
The Government Procurement Policy Board (GPPB) passed Resolution No. 017-2004 to recognize the Confederation of Filipino Consulting Organizations (COFILCO) as the umbrella organization for consultants under Section 24.6 of the Implementing Rules and Regulations of the Government Procurement Reform Act (R.A. 9184). COFILCO is a confederation of nine member organizations representing over 200 consulting firms and 300 individual professionals in fields like architecture, engineering, and management. The resolution recognizes COFILCO as the umbrella organization for consultants for one year in these specified fields.
This document outlines the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act 9266, also known as the Architecture Act of 2004, which was published in the Official Gazette on November 15, 2004 and took effect on December 1, 2004. It defines key terms related to architecture such as architect, scope of practice, architectural firm, and copyright. It also establishes the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture to regulate the registration, licensing, and practice of architecture in the Philippines according to the principles of utility, strength, and beauty.
The document outlines the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act 9266, also known as the Architecture Act of 2004, which provides for the regulation of the registration, licensing, and practice of architecture in the Philippines. It establishes that the IRR took effect on December 1, 2004, and defines key terms related to the practice of architecture such as architect, scope of practice, and structural conceptualization. It also describes the policy of the state to develop competent and excellent architects through licensure examinations and regulatory measures.
This document is the Republic Act No. 8749, also known as the Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999. Some key points:
1) It establishes a comprehensive air pollution control policy and management system in the Philippines to balance development and environmental protection.
2) It defines key terms related to air pollution and establishes ambient air quality standards and guidelines.
3) It requires the formulation of an Integrated Air Quality Improvement Framework and local Air Quality Control Action Plans to monitor and reduce air pollution.
4) It divides the country into designated "airsheds" for coordinated air quality management between local governments and agencies.
This document outlines regulations for the sale of subdivision lots and condominiums in the Philippines and penalties for violations. It requires subdivision and condominium projects to be registered with the National Housing Authority, including filing documents like development plans, financial statements, and marketing materials. It also mandates publishing notices of registered projects. The decree aims to protect buyers from fraudulent practices and ensure developers provide adequate infrastructure and comply with building codes.
This document outlines the Civil Engineering Law which regulates the practice of civil engineering in the Philippines. It establishes a Board of Examiners for Civil Engineers to administer the registration and licensing of civil engineers. The board is responsible for conducting examinations, issuing certificates of registration, investigating violations, and enforcing codes of ethics. It defines the practice of civil engineering and outlines the qualifications, examinations, and registration requirements for civil engineers to become licensed and legally able to practice in the Philippines.
This document outlines the Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act No. 9184, otherwise known as the Government Procurement Reform Act. It discusses several key points:
1) It establishes rules and regulations for modernizing, standardizing, and regulating government procurement activities from planning through contract implementation and termination.
2) It declares the policy of the government to conduct competitive and transparent procurement through public bidding, with some exceptions.
3) It establishes principles like transparency, competitiveness, streamlined processes, accountability, and public monitoring to govern procurement.
4) It defines the scope, application, and terms used in the regulation, and mandates the standardization of procurement processes and forms.
This document appears to be a Republic Act from 1950 that was later amended in 1956. However, the document provides no further details on the purpose or contents of the Act. It only lists the title and dates multiple times without any explanatory text.
This document outlines definitions for key terms related to the practice of architecture in the Philippines. It defines architecture, architects, architectural firms, the scope of architectural practice, and other terms. It also summarizes Republic Act No. 9266, known as the Architecture Act of 2004, which establishes the regulatory framework for the registration, licensing, and practice of architecture in the Philippines.
This document summarizes Republic Act No. 8534, which regulates the practice of interior design in the Philippines. It establishes a Board of Interior Design to oversee registration and licensing. The Board is tasked with developing standards, administering exams, investigating complaints, and disciplining interior designers. It defines interior design as planning, designing and supervising interior spaces. Only individuals may be licensed as interior designers after obtaining the necessary education and passing the Board exam.
The Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970 aims to regulate the employment of contract labour in certain establishments and to provide for its abolition in certain circumstances. It applies to establishments employing 20 or more contract labourers. It provides for licensing of contractors and establishes welfare and health facilities for contract workers. Principal employers are responsible for ensuring compliance and can be penalized for violations. The Act is administered through registering officers, licensing officers and inspectors appointed by state governments.
This document outlines the Civil Engineering Law which regulates the practice of civil engineering in the Philippines. Some key points:
- It establishes a Board of Examiners for Civil Engineers to administer examinations and issue certificates to practice civil engineering.
- To be certified, one must have a civil engineering degree from an accredited institution and pass a technical examination administered by the Board.
- The law defines the scope of civil engineering practice and exempts some individuals like military personnel. It also outlines penalties for practicing without certification.
- The Board is responsible for enforcing ethical standards, investigating complaints, and suspending or revoking licenses for cause.
The Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970 aims to regulate the employment of contract labour in certain establishments and provide for its abolition in certain circumstances.
Key provisions include requiring establishments employing 20 or more contract laborers to register with the registering officer. Contractors employing 20 or more workers must obtain a license from the licensing officer.
The Act also mandates welfare provisions like canteens, rest rooms, drinking water, latrines, and first aid facilities for contract workers. If contractors fail to provide these amenities, the principal employer is responsible to ensure they are provided. Principal employers must also ensure contract workers receive their wages on time.
This document summarizes key aspects of The Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act of 1970 in India. The objectives of the act are to regulate the employment of contract labor and abolish it in certain circumstances. It applies to establishments employing 20 or more contract laborers. The act regulates the registration of establishments, licensing of contractors, and provides provisions for worker welfare and health including canteens, rest rooms, drinking water, sanitation facilities and first aid. It also defines responsibilities of contractors and principal employers regarding payment of wages to contract laborers.
The document outlines the key provisions of The Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act of 1970 in India. The objective of the act is to prevent exploitation of contract labour and introduce better working conditions. It applies to establishments employing 20 or more contract laborers. The act defines contractors and workmen. It establishes advisory boards and requires registration of establishments employing contract workers. It prohibits contract work in certain cases and requires licensing of contractors. It mandates welfare provisions like canteens, rest rooms, drinking water, latrines and first aid facilities. Principal employers are responsible for amenities if contractors do not provide them. Contractors must pay wages on time and in the presence of the principal employer's representative. The act establishes an inspect
The document is a Supreme Court of India judgment regarding a dispute over payment of Labour Cess under the Building and Other Construction Workers' Welfare Cess Act and Rules. The key points are:
1) The UPPTCL directed a company to pay over Rs. 2 crore in Labour Cess computed at 1% of the contract value under the Cess Act and Rules.
2) The High Court set aside this demand. UPPTCL has appealed to the Supreme Court.
3) The Cess Act and Rules were enacted to generate funds for welfare boards to undertake social security schemes for construction workers.
This document discusses key provisions of the Building and Other Construction Workers (Regulation of Employment and Condition of Service) Act, 1996 (BOCW Act) and related rules. It summarizes the objectives of the Act to regulate employment and welfare of construction workers. Key points include defining construction work and workers, establishing welfare boards funded by a cess on construction costs, registration requirements for employers and workers, and welfare measures like benefits, accident assistance, pensions, loans, education assistance, and medical benefits. It also outlines safety and health provisions for workers like drinking water, sanitation, accommodation, creches, first aid, and safety committees.
The Architect's Act of 1972 established the Council of Architecture to regulate the registration of architects in India. The Act created a central register of architects and outlined qualifications and standards for registration. It defined penalties for falsely claiming registration or using the title of architect without proper credentials after a transition period. The Council of Architecture was given powers to maintain the register, recognize qualifications, set standards, and enforce conduct rules for architects in India.
The document provides an abstract of the Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act of 1970 and the related rules of 1972 in the state of Goa, Daman and Diu. It outlines the key aspects of the act, including that it applies to establishments employing 20 or more contract workers, the definitions of terms like contractor and contract labor, the requirements for registration and licensing of contractors, and obligations around welfare measures for contract workers. It also describes the powers of inspectors to enforce the act and penalties for non-compliance.
This document outlines revised rules and regulations for implementing the Philippines' Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) Law. Key points include:
- It recognizes the important role of the private sector in financing infrastructure projects normally undertaken by the government.
- The revised rules aim to provide incentives and support for project proponents, ensure transparency in project bidding, and ensure compliance by both government and private partners.
- It defines terms like BOT, Build-Lease-Transfer, and others and covers all private sector infrastructure projects undertaken through contractual arrangements authorized by the BOT Law.
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This document outlines key terms and definitions related to the Philippine BOT Law, which authorizes private sector financing, construction, operation and maintenance of infrastructure projects. It defines various public-private partnership arrangements like build-operate-transfer, build-and-transfer, build-own-operate, and others. It also defines terms like project proponent, contractor, and facility operator. The law aims to recognize the private sector's role in development and provide incentives to mobilize private resources for infrastructure projects normally undertaken by the government.
Martin has been writing this novel for over a decade and is has pushed back the release date numerous times. The good news is that Martin is close to finishing the novel. In December 2022, he said that he has about 500 pages to go.
Since then, a writer’s strike has taken place. The good news is that Martin has said that it won’t affect the release date of the book. Even better, it may help Martin focus on the book since many TV shows and movies have been paused as a result. And as we all know, Martin is always working on something related to entertainment.
The Winds of Winter Release Date
With Martin focused on finishing the book, the only question left is when is The Winds of Winter going to be released? If there are isn’t any more delays, then the novel will be released late 2024. I wouldn’t be surprised if the novel ends up getting one final delay and ends up being released in early 2025.
A few more months isn’t bad compared to over a decade of waiting. What is going to frustrate readers is the release date of the final book in the series. Will it take even longer than this novel? Once fans finish reading The Winds of Winter , they will be craving the final book in the series and it will be years before it will be released.
The document outlines the key aspects of the Contract Labor Act of 1970 in India. It was enacted to prevent the exploitation of contract labor and improve their working conditions. The Act applies to establishments employing 20 or more contract workers and contractors employing the same. It establishes welfare provisions like canteens, restrooms, drinking water, first aid and the responsibilities of contractors and principal employers around payment of wages. Authorities like inspectors, registration officers and various labor boards are constituted to enforce the provisions of the Act.
This document summarizes the key aspects of The Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act of 1970 in India. It establishes advisory boards at the central and state levels to advise on matters related to the administration of the act. It requires the registration of establishments that employ 20 or more contract laborers with the registering officer. The principal employer of an establishment must apply for registration within a fixed period. If all details are provided, the registering officer will issue a certificate of registration. Registration can also be revoked if obtained through misrepresentation. Principal employers must register their establishment and cannot employ contract laborers without registration.
This document provides an overview of the Contract Labour Act of 1970 in India. It discusses key aspects of the act including definitions, objectives, applications, registration and licensing requirements for establishments and contractors employing contract labor. It also covers welfare provisions for contract labor such as canteens, restrooms and first aid facilities. The document outlines penalties for non-compliance and provides miscellaneous information such as inspecting staff, record keeping responsibilities and the government's power to make rules and remove difficulties in implementing the act. Recent amendments increased the threshold for an establishment to be covered from 20 to 50 contract workers.
This document outlines regulations for free zone developers and enterprises in Ghana. It covers several areas:
1) The application process for free zone developer licenses and enterprise licenses, including requirements, timelines for review, and potential revocation.
2) Operations within free zones, including construction standards, environmental compliance, reporting requirements, and notification of termination.
3) Work permits and entry visas for foreign employees of developers and enterprises.
4) Customs operations regarding entry and movement of goods into, within, and out of free zones, including record keeping, inspection, and declaration requirements.
This document outlines the key provisions of the Trade Union Act of 1926 in India. It discusses the registration process for trade unions, including requirements for applications, rules that must be included, and appointment of registrars. It also covers rights/liabilities of registered unions, regulations, penalties for non-compliance, and cancellation of registration. The overall purpose of the act was to regulate trade unions and the relationship between workers and employers in India.
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The document describes three modes of architectural service:
A) Regular services where the architect negotiates contracts with contractors and evaluates work accomplished, procures materials and permits, authorizes payments, and keeps records.
B) Design-build on a guaranteed maximum cost where the architect is responsible for design and full-time construction supervision, and gives the client a guaranteed maximum construction cost.
C) Design-construct where the architect is responsible for design and construction management, and may have a patent for an innovative design or construction method.
This document is the Republic Act No. 9003, which establishes the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000 in the Philippines. It creates the National Solid Waste Management Commission to oversee the implementation of solid waste management plans and policies. The Commission is composed of government agencies and private sector representatives. It defines key terms related to solid waste management and sets out the powers and functions of the Commission, which include preparing a National Solid Waste Management Framework and approving and monitoring local solid waste management plans.
This document outlines the Republic Act No. 7920 which provides for more comprehensive regulation of the practice, licensing, and registration of electrical engineers and electricians in the Philippines. Key points include:
- It establishes a Board of Electrical Engineering to supervise the profession and conduct licensing examinations.
- It requires all those practicing electrical engineering to pass licensing exams and obtain a certificate of registration and license, with some exemptions.
- It defines terms related to electrical engineering practice and the scope of work that requires licensing.
- It addresses the composition of the Board, qualifications of its members, and their powers and duties in regulating the profession.
This document appears to be a Republic Act from 1950 that was later amended in 1956. However, the document provides no further details on the purpose or contents of the Act. It only lists the title and dates multiple times without any explanatory text.
This document outlines the establishment of a Board of Examiners for Sanitary Engineers to regulate the practice of sanitary engineering in the Philippines. Key points include:
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- Requirements are outlined for board members and applicants, including examinations in subjects like mathematics, hydraulics, construction and design, microbiology and more.
This document summarizes Republic Act No. 8560, which regulates the practice of geodetic engineering in the Philippines. It establishes a Board of Geodetic Engineering to oversee the profession. The act defines geodetic engineering and the qualifications and duties of geodetic engineers. It outlines the requirements to take the licensure exam, including education and nationality. It also describes the registration, licensing, and renewal process for geodetic engineers and establishes guidelines for their professional conduct and grounds for disciplinary action.
This document summarizes key aspects of Republic Act No. 9053, which regulates the practice of landscape architecture in the Philippines. It establishes a Board of Landscape Architecture to oversee the profession. The Board is responsible for administering exams, issuing licenses, developing standards and ethics codes, and handling disciplinary cases. It outlines qualifications for Board members and candidates seeking licensure. Candidates must have an appropriate degree, pass an exam covering subjects like design and planning, and take an oath before practicing. Licensed professionals must affix an approved seal to plans and documents they prepare or supervise. The Board aims to enhance the landscape architecture profession and education.
This document outlines the key provisions of the Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines. It establishes the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) to administer intellectual property rights in the country. The IPO is headed by a Director General and is divided into bureaus that handle patents, trademarks, legal affairs, documentation, information technology, and administration. The IPO examines applications and registers intellectual property. It also aims to promote technology transfer and the use of intellectual property to support national development. The code defines intellectual property rights and the IPO's role in enforcing rights and settling disputes.
This document establishes the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture and outlines regulations for the licensure and practice of architects in the Philippines. Key points include:
- It creates the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture to regulate the registration, licensing and practice of architects.
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This document adopts and promulgates a Code of Ethical Conduct for registered and licensed architects in the Philippines. It consists of 20 sections outlining an architect's responsibilities to the public, clients, contractors, manufacturers and colleagues. The code emphasizes integrity, unbiased advice, protecting public interests, proper compensation, avoiding conflicts of interest, respecting other architects' work and advancing the profession. It aims to ensure architects uphold the highest professional and ethical standards.
This document is the Republic Act No. 1378 which regulates the trade of master plumbers in the Philippines. Some key points:
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1. REPUBLIC ACT No. 4566
AN ACT CREATING THE PHILIPPINE LICENSING BOARD FOR CONTRACTORS, PRESCRIBING ITS
POWERS, DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS, PROVIDING FUNDS THEREFOR, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Section 1. Title of Act. This Act shall be known as the "Contractors' License Law."
ARTICLE I
Administration
Section 2. Composition of the Board. To carry out the purpose of this Act, there is hereby created a
"Philippine Licensing Board for Contractors", under the office of the Board of Examiners, hereinafter referred
to as the Board, consisting of a Chairman and two other members who shall be appointed by the President
of the Philippines, with the consent of the Commission on Appointments.
Section 3. Qualifications of members. Each member of the Board shall be of recognized standing in his
branch of the contracting business for ten years, or more, a citizen and resident of the Philippines for at least
eight years immediately prior to his appointment, at least thirty-five years of age and possessed of a good
moral character.
Section 4. Term of office. The Chairman and members of the Board shall hold office for a term of three
years. The members of the Board first appointed shall hold office for the following terms: Chairman for three
years; one member for two years; and the other member for one year.
Any member of the Board may be removed by the President of the Philippines for neglect or dereliction of
duty, incompetence, malpractice, and unprofessional, unethical, immoral or dishonorable conduct: Provided,
That in the course of investigation, the President of the Philippines shall have the power to suspend such
member under investigation and designate a temporary member in his place.
Vacancies in the Board shall be filled for the period of the unexpired term only.
Section 5. Powers and duties of the Board. The Board is vested with authority to issue, suspend and revoke
licenses of contractors, to investigate such violations of this Act and the regulations thereunder as may
come to its knowledge and, for this purpose, issue subpoena and subpoena duces tecum to secure
appearance of witnesses in connection with the charges presented to the Board, and to discharge such
other powers and duties affecting the construction industry in the Philippines.
The Board may, with the approval of the President of the Philippines, issue such rules and regulations as
may be deemed necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act, to adopt a code of ethics for contractors
and to have an official seal to authenticate its official documents.
Section 6. Board meetings. The Board shall meet as frequently as is necessary to perform its duties, but it
shall meet at least once a month. It may be convoked by the Chairman or upon written request of the two
other members.
Section 7. Compensation. For every meeting attended, the Chairman of the board shall receive a per diem
of fifty pesos, while the members thereof shall receive a per diem of twenty-five pesos each: Provided, That
in no case will the total amount received by each of them exceed the sum of four hundred pesos for any one
month.
Section 8. Annual report. The Board shall, at the end of each fiscal year, submit to the President of the
Philippines and the Congress a detailed report of its activities and proceedings during the period covered by
the fiscal year ended.
ARTICLE II
Application of the Act
Section 9. Definition of terms. As used in this Act:
2. (a) "Persons" include an individual, firm, partnership, corporation, association or other organization,
or any combination of any thereof.
(b) "Contractor" is deemed synonymous with the term "builder" and, hence, any person who
undertakes or offers to undertake or purports to have the capacity to undertake or submits a bid to,
or does himself or by or through others, construct, alter, repair, add to, subtract from, improve, move,
wreck or demolish any building, highway, road, railroad, excavation or other structure, project,
development or improvement, or to do any part thereof, including the erection of scaffolding or other
structures or works in connection therewith. The term contractor includes subcontractor and
specialty contractor.
(c) A "general engineering contractor" is a person whose principal contracting business is in
connection with fixed works requiring specialized engineering knowledge and skill, including the
following divisions or subjects: irrigation, drainage, water power, water supply, flood control, inland
waterways, harbors, docks and wharves, shipyards and ports, dams, hydroelectric projects, levees,
river control and reclamation works, railroads, highways, streets and roads, tunnels, airports and
airways, waste reduction plants, bridges, overpasses, underpasses and other similar works,
pipelines and other system for the transmission of petroleum and other liquid or gaseous substances,
land leveling and earth moving projects, excavating, grading, trenching, paving and surfacing work.
(d) A "general building contractor" is a person whose principal contracting business is in connection
with any structure built, being built, or to be built, for the support, shelter and enclosure of persons,
animals, chattels or movable property of any kind, requiring in its construction the use of more than
two unrelated building trades or crafts, or to do or superintend the whole or any part thereof. Such
structure includes sewers and sewerage disposal plants and systems, parks, playgrounds and other
recreational works, refineries, chemical plants, and similar industrial plants requiring specialized
engineering knowledge and skill, powerhouse, power plants and other utility plants and installations
mines and metallurgical plants, cement and concrete works in connection with the abovementioned
fixed works.
A person who merely furnishes materials or supplies under section eleven without fabricating them
into, or consuming them in the performance of the work of the general building contractor does not
necessarily fall within this definition.
(e) A "specialty contractor" is a person whose operations pertain to the performance of construction
work requiring special skill and whose principal contracting business involves the use of specialized
building trades or crafts.
Section 10. Public personnel. This Act shall not apply to an authorized representative of the Republic of the
Philippines or any incorporated town, city, province, or other municipal or political corporation or subdivision
of the Republic of the Philippines.
Section 11. Finished products. This Act shall not apply to any sale or installation of any finished products,
materials or articles or merchandise, which are not actually fabricated into and do not become a permanent
and fixed part of the structure.
Section 12. Personal property. This Act shall not apply to any construction, alteration, improvement of repair
of personal property.
Section 13. Minor work. This Act shall not apply to any work or operation on one undertaking or project by
one or more contracts, with an aggregate contract price of less than ten thousand pesos for the labor,
materials and all other items.
This exemption, however, shall not apply in any case wherein the work or construction is only part of a larger
or major operation, whether undertaken by the same or a different contractor, or in which a division of the
operation is made in contracts of amounts less than ten thousand pesos for the purpose of evading or
otherwise violating the provisions of this Act.
Section 14. Architects and engineers. This Act shall not apply to a registered civil engineer or a licensed
architect acting solely in his professional capacity.
3. Section 15. Material men. This Act shall not apply to any person who only furnishes materials or supplies
without fabricating them into, or consuming them in the performance of, the work of the contractor.
ARTICLE III
Classifications
Section 16. Classification. For the purpose of classification, the contracting business includes any or all of
the following branches.
(a) General engineering contracting;
(b) General building contracting; and
(c) Specialty contracting.
Section 17. Power to classify and limit operations. The Board may adopt reasonably necessary rules and
regulations to effect the classification of contractors in a manner consistent with established usage and
procedure as found in the construction business, and may limit the field and scope of the operations of a
licensed contractor to those in which he is classified to engage, as respectively defined in section nine. A
license may make application for classification and be thus classified in more than one classification if the
licensee meets the qualification s prescribed by the Board for such additional classification or classifications.
No additional application or license fee shall be charged for qualifying or classifying a licensee in additional
classifications.
Section 18. Incidental work. Nothing in this Act shall prohibit a specialty contractor from taking and
executing a contract involving the use of two or more crafts or trades, if the performance of the work in such
crafts or trades, other than in which he is licensed, is only incidental or supplemental to the performance of
work in the said craft or trade for which he is licensed.
ARTICLE IV
Licensing
Section 19. Examinations required. In accordance with the rules and regulations promulgated by it, the
Board may investigate, classify and qualify applicants for contractors' licenses by written or oral examination,
or both.
Section 20. Qualifications of applicants for contractors' licenses. The Board shall require an applicant to
show at least two years of experience in the construction industry, and knowledge of the building, safety,
health and lien laws of the Republic of the Philippines and the rudimentary administrative principles of the
contracting business as the Board deems necessary for the safety of the contracting business of the pubic.
For the purpose of this section, a partnership, corporation, or any other organization may qualify through its
responsible managing officer appearing personally before the Board who shall prove that he is a bona fide
responsible officer of such firm and that he exercises or is in a position to exercise authority over the
contracting business of his principal or employer in the following manner: (1) to make technical and
administrative decisions; and, (2) to hire, superintend, promote, transfer, lay off, discipline or discharge
employees.
Section 21. Notice of disassociation required. If the individual who has qualified under the preceding section
ceases for any reason whatsoever to be connected with the licensee under this Act, or if any individual who
has been denied a license, or whose license had been revoked or suspended, or has filed to secure the
restoration of his license if it has been suspended, or has been a responsible managing officer or employee
of any partnership, corporation, firm or association whose application for a license has been denied, revoked,
or suspended, or who has failed to secure the restoration of its license if it has been suspended, shall in
anyway become associated with or be employed by a licensee, the licensee shall notify the Board in writing
ten days from such cessation, association or employment. Such notice may entitle the license concerned to
remain in force within reasonable period as determined by the rules prescribed by the Board.
Section 22. Failure to notify in case of disassociation. If the license fails to notify the Board within the ten-
day period in accordance with the preceding section, his license shall be ipso facto suspended. Such license
4. may be restored, however, upon the filing of an affidavit, executed by the licensee or the duly authorized
responsible managing officer of the licentiate firm, with the Board, to the effect that the person originally
appearing for examination on behalf of the licensee has been replaced by another individual, that this
individual has been qualified by examination, that he can comply with the provision of this section and that
he has not had his license suspended or revoked or that he has not been connected with a licensee whose
license has been suspended or revoke due to the lack of a good character required of an applicant for a
license.
Section 23. Issuance of licenses. Upon the payment of the corresponding fee and the filing of the
application, and after examination and investigation as may be required, the Board within fifteen days after
the approval of the application shall issue a license to the applicant permitting him to engage in business as
a contractor under the terms of this Act for the remaining part of the fiscal year.
Section 24. Death. A surviving member or members of a licensed partnership by reason of death shall be
entitled to continue in business under such license until the expiration date thereof, if an application for
permission is made to the registrar within thirty days after the death of the deceased member, and approved
by the Board.
Section 25. No examination required. Contractors actively engaged in the construction industry at the
effectivity of this Act and licensed as such for the last five years, may upon application, be issued license
without necessity of examination.
ARTICLE V
Records
Section 26. Publication of list. The Board shall publish, at least once a year in a newspaper of general
circulation, a list of the names and addresses of contractors, registered under this Act and of the licenses
issued, suspend or revoked, and such further information with respect to this Act and its administration that it
deems proper.
Copies of such lists may also be furnished by the Board upon request to any firm or individual upon payment
of a reasonable fee as fixed by the Board.
Section 27. Changes. All licenses shall report to the Board all changes of personnel, name, style or
addresses recorded under this Act within thirty days after the changes are made.
ARTICLE VI
Disciplinary Action
Section 28. Causes for disciplinary action. The following shall constitute causes for disciplinary action:
(a) Willful and deliberate abandonment without lawful and/or just excuse of any construction project
or operation engaged in or undertaken by the licensee as a contractor;
(b) Willful material and substantial departure from or disregard of plans and/or specifications in any
material respect, and prejudicial to another without consent of the owner or the person entitled to
have the particular construction project or operation completed in accordance with such plans and/or
specifications or their duly authorized representations;
(c) Willful misrepresentation of a material and substantial fact by an applicant in obtaining a license;
(d) Aiding or abetting an unlicensed person to evade the provisions of this Act, or knowingly
combining or conspiring with an unlicensed person, or allowing one's license to be used by an
unlicensed person, or acting as agent or partner, or associate, or otherwise of an unlicensed person
with the intent to evade the provisions of this Act.
(e) Failure to comply the provisions of this Act;
5. (f) The doing of any willful or fraudulent act by the licensee as a consequence of which another is
injured or damaged; and
(g) The participation by a licensee in the performance by any partnership, corporation, firm, or
association of which he is a responsible managing partner, employee or officer, of any act or
omission constituting a cause for disciplinary action under this Act.
ARTICLE VII
Disciplinary Proceedings
Section 29. Jurisdiction. The Board shall, upon its own motion or upon the verified complaint in writing of
any person, investigate the action of any contractor and may suspend or revoke any license if the holder
thereof has been guilty of or has committed any one or more of the acts or omission constituting causes for
disciplinary action.
Section 30. Prescription. All accusations or charges against licensees shall be filed within one year after the
act or omission alleged as the ground therefor, except that with respect to an accusation alleging a violation
of subsection (c) of section twenty-eight the accusation may be filed within two years after the discovery by
the Board of the alleged facts constituting the fraud or misrepresentation.
Section 31. Restoration or renewal of licenses. After suspension of the license upon any of the grounds set
forth in this Act, the Board may lift such suspension upon proof of compliance by the contractor with the
requirements and conditions set forth by the Board.
After revocation of a license upon any of the grounds set forth in this Act, it shall be renewed or reissued
within a period of one year after the final decision of revocation upon proper showing that all losses caused
by the act or omission for which the license was revoked have been fully satisfied and that all conditions
imposed by the decision of revocation have been complied with.
Section 32. Jurisdiction. The lapsing or suspension of a license by operation of law, by order or decision of
the Board or other competent authority, or the voluntary surrender of a license shall not deprive the Board of
jurisdiction to proceed with any investigation of or action or disciplinary proceedings against such license, or
to render a decision suspending or revoking it.
ARTICLE VIII
Enforcement and Penalties
Section 33. Enforcement by officers of the law. It shall be the duty of all duly constituted law enforcement
officers of the national, provincial, city and municipal government or any political subdivisions thereof, to
enforce the provisions of this Act and report to the Board any violation of the same.
Section 34. Enforcement by the Board. Should any contractor not licensed by the Board engage on attempt
to engage in the business of contracting, the Board shall have the right to institute the proper action in court
and secure a writ of injunction without bond, restraining the said contractor.
Section 35. Penalties. Any contractor who, for a price, commission, fee or wage, submits or attempts to
submit a bid to construct, or contracts to or undertakes to construct, or assumes charge in a supervisory
capacity of a construction work within the purview of this Act, without first securing a license to engage in the
business of contracting in this country; or who shall present or file the license certificate of another, give
false evidence of any kind to the Board, or any member thereof in obtaining a certificate or license,
impersonate another, or use an expired or revoked certificate, or license, shall be deemed guilty of
misdemeanor, and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of not less than five hundred pesos but
not more than five thousand pesos.
ARTICLE IX
Miscellaneous Provisions
Section 36. License required in biddings. All architects and engineers preparing plans and specifications for
work to be contracted in the Philippines shall include in their invitation to bidders and in their specifications a
copy of this Act, or such portions thereof as are deemed necessary to convey to the invited bidder, whether
6. he is a resident of the Philippines or not, the information that it will be necessary for him to have a license
before his bid is considered.
Section 37. Individual License. It is unlawful for any person who is a responsible managing partner, officer
or employee of a licensed partnership, corporation, firm, association or other organization to individually
engage in the constructing business of individually act in the capacity of a contractor within this jurisdiction
without having a license in good standing to so engage or act.
Section 38. Joint licenses. It is unlawful for any two or more licensees, each of whom has been issued a
license to engage separately in the capacity of a contractor, to jointly submit a bid or otherwise act in the
capacity of a contractor without first having secured an additional license for acting in the capacity of such a
joint venture or combination in accordance with the provisions of this Act as provided for an individual,
partnership or corporation.
ARTICLE X
Fees
Section 39. Fee. The amount of fees prescribed by this Act shall be as follows:
(a) Fifty pesos for an original license;
(b) Sixty pesos for examination of an applicant;
(c) Fifty pesos for an annual renewal.
ARTICLE XI
Renewal of Licenses
Section 40. Renewal. A license may be renewed by the filing of a renewal application with the registrar not
later than June thirtieth of each fiscal year, accompanied by the annual renewal fee. A license renewed
thereafter shall be subject to an additional fee of Twenty Pesos.
Section 41. Non-renewal of licenses. No license which has been under suspension for more than a year
immediately preceding the filing of an application for renewal shall be renewed.
ARTICLE XII
Special Provisions
Section 42. Separability Clause. If any provisions of this Act is held unconstitutional, the other provisions
shall not be affected thereby.
Section 43. Repeal. All Acts or parts of Acts inconsistent with this Act are hereby repealed.
Section 44. Effectivity. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.
Approved: June 19, 1965