Resources
Primer on the Criminalization of OSH Standards Violations
The Institute for Occupational Safety and Health has been pushing for the criminalization of OSH standards violations, and the recent building collapse in Angeles, Pampanga that has already claimed 27 lives makes this campaign more urgent than ever.
ASSERT SPECIAL ISSUE I April 2026
This April 2026 special issue of ASSERT is one of the outputs of Ms. Beatrice Fernandez’ students from the UP Manila Political Science NSTP program. The IOHSAD team extends our gratitude for the efforts and work poured by the students, from planning and actual press work, to complete and release this newsletter.
Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Country Report: Philippines, 2025
This report examines the current state of OSH in the country, situating workplace safety within its broader political, economic, and social context.
2025 Annual Occupational Safety and Health Incident Report
The 2025 OSH Incident Report presents an alarming and troubling picture of the conditions faced by Filipino workers throughout the year. Preventable deaths and life-altering injuries persisted in both the formal and informal sectors, revealing a systemic failure to uphold and enforce occupational safety and health standards nationwide. Based primarily on credible news reports, the […]
IOHSAD NEWSLETTER | ASSERT Special Issue — April 2025
This April 2025 special issue of ASSERT is a product of the collective effort between the Institute for Occupational Health and Safety Development (IOHSAD) and student advocates from the UP Manila Political Science NSTP program. It amplifies the voices of Filipino workers confronting systemic exploitation, asserting their rights to safe, dignified, and just conditions in […]
A Narrative Report on the Working Conditions of Women Workers in MEC Electronics Company
The Institute for Occupational Health and Safety Development (IOHSAD) has conducted a new study uncovering serious health and safety risks faced by women workers in MEC Electronics, a major electronics manufacturer in Cavite. Based on surveys and medical checkups with over 100 women, the research reveals daily exposure to hazardous chemicals, poor ventilation, and inadequate […]
Labor Advisory 08-2023: Safety and Health Measures to Prevent and Control Heat Stress at Work
BEAT THE HEAT | Check out the guidelines in the Labor Advisory put out by the Department of Labor last year about staying safe and healthy at work by preventing and controlling heat stress. It’s important to make sure workers are protected from extreme heat by taking necessary safety precautions. This includes giving employees breaks […]
WORKERS’ RIGHT TO KNOW I A Narrative Report on the Health and Working Conditions of Workers in High-Risk Industries That Use Chemicals
IOHSAD conducted a recent study on the health and working conditions of workers in high-risk industries that utilize chemicals. Based on the results, IOHSAD and the workers plan to develop policies and practices for safer and healthier workplaces. The IOHSAD team and the worker-researchers gathered data through surveys, interviews, and focus group discussions across three […]