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Construction Safety and Health Program

Construction Safety and Health Program

The Department of Labor and Employment has issued Department Order No. 252, Series of 2025, revising the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act No. 11058, otherwise known as the “OSH Law.”
ONLINE UNION REGISTRATION SYSTEM (OURS)

ONLINE UNION REGISTRATION SYSTEM (OURS)

BLR-OURS allows submission of application for registration online, be able to track its status and immediately be informed when to get the Certificate of Registration.
List of Job-Contractors and Sub-Contractors

List of Job-Contractors and Sub-Contractors

REGISTERED CONTRACTORS AND SUBCONTRACTORS as per Department Order No. 174, Series of 2017 (DO 174)
Single Entry Approach

Single Entry Approach

Single Entry Approach (SEnA) is an administrative approach to provide a speedy, impartial, inexpensive, and accessible settlement procedure of all labor issues or conflicts to prevent them from ripening into full-blown disputes or actual labor cases. It was first introduced through Department Order No. 107-10 and later institutionalized through the enactment of Republic Act No. 10396 in 2013. Department Order No. 249 s 2025 serves as its implementing rules and regulations providing for a 30-day mandatory conciliation-mediation services for issues arising from labor and employment.
Online Compliance Portal

Online Compliance Portal

Easily submit your establishment's labor and employment reports on Work Accident Illness Report, 13th Month Pay, Telecommuting, Flexible Work Arrangements, Movie and Television Production, Annual Establishment Reports on Wages, and Labor Inspection Forms.
THE DOLE CITIZEN'S CHARTER 2025

THE DOLE CITIZEN'S CHARTER 2025

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) is the national government agency mandated to formulate policies, implement programs and projects as well as serve as the policy-coordinating arm of the Executive Branch in the field of labor and employment.

About Us

The Department of Labor and Employment is the primary government agency mandated to promote gainful employment opportunities, develop human resources, protect workers and promote their welfare, and maintain industrial peace.

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) started as a small bureau in 1908. It became a department on December 8, 1933 with the passage of Act 4121. The Department of Labor and Employment stands as the national government agency mandated to formulate policies, implement programs and services, and serve as the policy-coordinating arm of the Executive Branch in the field of labor and employment.

The organization and functions of the Department of Labor and Employment are in accordance with the provisions of Executive Order No. 126, as amended, the Labor Code of the Philippines , and other relevant and pertinent legislations.

The Department has exclusive authority in the administration and enforcement of labor and employment laws and such other laws as specifically assigned to it or to the Secretary of Labor and Employment.

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Our Partner Agencies

Occupational Safety and Health Center.

In the Philippines, OSHC stands for the Occupational Safety and Health Center. It is an attached agency of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and serves as the national authority on safety and health research, training, information, and technical expertise to promote a healthy and safe working environment for all workers. The OSHC plays a crucial role in fulfilling the constitutional right to occupational health and safety in the Philippines by fostering a safe and productive work environment for all workers.

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National Labor Relations Commission

In the Philippines, OSHC stands for the Occupational Safety and Health Center. It is an attached agency of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and serves as the national authority on safety and health research, training, information, and technical expertise to promote a healthy and safe working environment for all workers. The OSHC plays a crucial role in fulfilling the constitutional right to occupational health and safety in the Philippines by fostering a safe and productive work environment for all workers.

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Professional Regulation Commission

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC/Commission) is the licensing and regulatory agency of the national government for the practice of regulated professions.
It was first created as a national government agency by Presidential Decree (P.D.) No. 223 dated June 22, 1973, signed by then President Ferdinand E. Marcos, mandated to enforce the laws regulating the various professions. It was previously called the Office of the Board of Examiners, which was created by Republic Act No. 546 on June 17, 1950, under the aegis of the Civil Service Commission.

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The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority

The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) is a government agency in the Philippines responsible for managing and supervising technical education and skills development in the country.
TESDA was created by Republic Act No. 7796, otherwise known as the "Technical Education and Skills Development Act of 1994," which was signed into law on August 25, 1994. The agency aims to provide direction, policies, and programs for the development of the country's technical-vocational education and training (TVET) system.

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Department of Migrant Workers

The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) is a Philippine government executive department established by Republic Act No. 11641 in 2022 to protect the rights and promote the welfare of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their families. It consolidated the functions of several former agencies, including the POEA, the International Labor Affairs Bureau (ILAB), and the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), to serve as a single point of contact for all matters concerning OFWs. The DMW's mandate includes facilitating overseas employment, promoting worker welfare, and supporting the reintegration of OFWs into Philippine society.

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Bureau of Working Conditions

The Bureau of Working Conditions (BWC) is a staff bureau of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), primarily performing policy and program development and advisory functions for the Department in the administration and enforcement of laws relating to working conditions.
The Bureau of Working Conditions envisions well-guided employers and workers committed to a safe, healthful and productive work environment, adaptive to industry trends and developments, and equitably enjoying the gains of joint endeavors.

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Programs

Philippine Transparency Seal

It signifies a government commitment to transparency, inviting public participation and scrutiny of how public funds are used.

Freedom of Information

the principle and legal right for citizens to access information held by public bodies.

Labor Day

annual public holiday that honors the contributions and achievements of workers.

Workers ' Handbook

A legal guide for workers. A company's official guide outlining its policies, procedures, mission, values, and expectations for employees, detailing what workers can expect from the employer and how they should behave, serving as a vital reference for HR, onboarding, and maintaining consistent workplace standards and legal compliance.

Labor Code Of The Philippines

A comprehensive national law that sets the rules, standards, and rights for employment and labor relations, balancing worker protection with employer responsibilities, covering aspects like wages, working hours, benefits (holiday, overtime, retirement), hiring/firing, unions, and dispute resolution.

Citizen's Charter

A Citizen's Charter is a public pledge by a government agency detailing the services it offers, outlining clear, simple steps, processing times, fees, and requirements to promote transparency, fight red tape, and ensure efficient, client-focused service delivery, as mandated by laws like the Philippine's Ease of Doing Business Act. It acts as a service standard or a "customer guarantee" to inform citizens what to expect and how to access government functions smoothly.

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DOLE Graduation Program: Building Resilience in the Philippines through Sustainable Livelihoods

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DOLE-10 distributes aid to child laborers, parents in CDO

DOLE-10 distributes aid to child laborers, parents in CDO

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Department of Labor and Employment Office located?

Our Main Office
The office is located at Trinidad Building, Corrales-Yacapin Street, Cagayan de Oro City.

Bukidnon Office
Camiguin Office
Cagayan de Oro City Office
Misamis Oriental Office
Misamis Occidental Office

Where can I find online services? 
Click this link https://ro10.dole.gov.ph/online-services/
Contact Numbers? Email Address?

Tel: (088) 858-1658 *
Globe: 0977-114-6526
Smart : 0928-233-7806
E-mail: ro10@dole.gov.ph

What are the hours of operation?

Our department is open Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.

Visit Our Location

Our Address

Trinidad Building, Corrales-Yacapin Street, Cagayan de Oro City

Hours

Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Contact

Tel: (088) 858-1658 *
Email: ro10@dole.gov.ph
Globe: 0977-114-6526
Smart: 0928-233-7806