DEPARTMENT OF

HEALTH
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SERVICE
Manila, Philippines
1998

IMPLEMENTING RULES AND

REGULATIONS OF CHAPTER X

"CAMPS AND
PICNIC GROUNDS"

Printed by the
OF THE CODE ON
Environmental Health Service SANITATION OF THE PHILIPPINES
Department of Health (P.D. 856)
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IMPLEMENTING RULES AND REGULATIONS OF CHAPTER X – “CAMPS AND
PICNIC GROUNDS” OF THE CODE ON SANITATION OF THE PHILIPPINES (P.D. 856)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1 : SCOPE ………………………………………………………………………. 1
SECTION 2 : DEFINITION OF TERMS ……………………………..…………………….1
SECTION 3 : SANITARY PERMIT ……………………………………………………….4
SECTION 4 : SANITARY REQUIREMENTS FOR PERSONEL ………………………….5
SECTION 5 : SITE REQUIREMNETS ……………………………………………….…….7
SECTION 6 : SANITARY FACILITIES REQUIREMENTS ……………………….………8
SECTION 7 : SANITARY STRUCTURAL REQUIREMENTS ……………….…...……...14
SECTION 8 : SANITARY REQUIREMENTS …………………………………………...…18
SECTION 9 : SPECIAL PROVISIONS …………………………………………………......21
SECTION 10 : EVALUATION AND INSPECTION ………………………………..………26
SECTION 11 : RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OPERATOR …………………………….…....31
SECTION 12 : RESPONSIBILITY OF THE LOCAL HEALTH AUTHORITY ………..….31
SECTION 13 : RESPONSIBILITY OF THE LOCAL HEALTH OFFICER ……….….……32
SECTION 14 : PENAL PROVISION …………………………………………………...……32
SECTION 15 : SEPARABILITY CLAUSE ……………………………………….…..……..32
SECTION 16 : REPEALING CLAUSE …………………………………………….…..……33
SECTION 17 : EFFECTIVITY ……………………………………………………..….…….33
 REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
Department of Health
OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
San Lazaro Compound. Rizal Avenue, Sta. Cruz
Manila, Philippines
Tel. No. 7119502 to 03 • Fax No. 7431829

MALAYA AT MALUSOG
NA PAMAYANAN 18 August1998

IMPLEMENTING RULES AND REGULATIONS OF CHAPTER X. -

"CAMPS AND PICNIC GROUNDS" OF THE CODE ON SANITATION
OF THEPHILIPPINES (P.D. 856)

To carry out the provisions of Chapter X - "Camps and Picnic Grounds" of the Code on Sanitation of the
Philippines (RD. 856), these rules and regulations are hereby formulated for implementation and strict
compliance of all concerned.

SECTION 1. SCOPE

These implementing rules and regulations shall apply to all camps and picnic grounds intended for
public or commercial use including cottages and recreational places or facilities located therein,
operated by individuals, organizations, corporations, partnerships, government agencies or
instrumentalities or institutions.

SECTION 2. DEFINITION OF TERMS

As used in these rules and regulations, the following terms shall mean:

2.1 BARBECUE/ROASTING PLACE - a designated site where grills are setup for roasting of
fish, meat and other food.

2.2 CAMP - the ground or spot on which tents, caravans/mobile homes, cottages, or other shelters,
with sanitary and recreational facilities, are temporarily or permanently constructed and
located and commonly arran ged in an orderly manner used for vacation or outing.

2.3 CAMPFIRE - a fire made in a safe man ner using untreated wooden materials, especially for
the purpose of social gathering during night time.

2.4 CARAVAN/MOBILE HOME - is a structure designed or adapted for human habitation

which is capable of being moved from one place to another, whether by towing, or by being
transported on a vehicle or trailer, or any vehicle so adapted. A caravan/mobile home may be
classified as:

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 a. CONTAINED TYPE – this is the type of caravan/mobile home having 2.16 PICNIC GROUND – a place having amenities such as picnic facilities, sanitary facilities,
sanitary facilities such as water closet, lavatory, shower and kitchen sink. restaurants, sundry shops, and recreational facilities.

b. UNCONTAINED TYPE – this is the type of caravan/mobile home that has 2.17 RESTAURANT – eating or drinking establishments in which food or drink is prepared for sale
no sanitary facilities. such as coffee shop, canteen, fast food, refreshment parlor, snack bar, cocktail lounge, located
inside the establishment.
c. STATIONARY TYPE - this is the type of caravan/mobile home, either of
contained or uncontained type, which is owned or controlled by the operator of 2.18 SAFETY – the condition of being free from danger which may cause accidents or diseases.
a camp, which normally remain within the camp, and which is available for
letting. 2.19 SANITARY ENGINEER – a person duly registered with the Board of Examiners for Sanitary
Engineers (Republic Act 1364) who heads and/or works with the sanitation division/section/unit
2.5 COTTAGE – a type of house forming part ofan establishment, constructed for of the local health office or employed with the Department of Health or its regional health
permanent or temporary use. officers.

2.6 DEPARTMENT - the Department of Health 2.20 SANITARY PERMIT – the certification in writing by the local health officer or in his absence,
by the chief or head of the sanitation division/section/unit attesting that the establishment
2.7 EQUIPMENT – include all appliances, furniture, machinery, instruments, apparatus complies with the existing sanitation requirements upon evaluation or inspection conducted in
and other devices used in the establishment. accordance with Presidential Degree Nos. 522 and 856 and its implementing rules and
2.8 ESTABLISHMENT – a collective term construed to include camps and picnic regulations and local ordinances.
grounds and its premises, facilities, equipment and appurtenances thereto. 2.21 SANITATION INSPECTOR – a government official or personnel employed by the local
2.9 FOOT CANDLE – a unit of illumination on a surface that is everywhere one foot from government, who enforced sanitary rules, laws and regulations and implements environmental
a uniform source of light of one candle and equal to one lumen per sqaure foot. One sanitation activities under the supervision of the local health officer/sanitary engineer.
foot candle is equal to 10.76 lux. 2.22 SECRETARY – the Secretary of Health
2.10 HEALTH CERTIFICATE – a certification in writing, using the prescribed form, and 2.23 SHED – a structure made of wood, bricks or concrete used for temporary shelter.
issued by the local health officer to aperson after passing the required physical and
medical examinations and immunizations. 2.24 SERVICE BUILDING – a strategically located structure forming part of the establishment
which houses different facilities and/or amenities.
2.11 LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNIT – the local political subdivision which refers to the
province, city, municipal or barangay. 2.25 SUNDRY SHOP – a store selling miscellaneous articles, details or items and other personal
products of any size or amount.
2.12 LOCAL HEALTH AUTHORITY – an official or employee responsible for the
application of a prescribed health measure in a local political subdivision. For a 2.26 STRAY ANIMAL – any animal not subject to the control and/or found in a place outside the
province, the local health authority is the governor and for a city or municipality, the premises of its owner.
local health authority is the mayor.
2.27 TENT – a portable lodge of skin, canvas, cloth, or other similar material usually stretched and
2.13 LOCAL HEALTH OFFICER – the provincial, city or municipal health officer. sustained by poles used for shelter by campers.

2.14 OPERATOR – the owner, manager, administrator, or the actual holder of the sanitary
permit of the establishment.

2.15 PICNIC FACILITY – a space or structure having tables and seats used for picnic
gatherings

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2.28 TENT EMPLACEMENT – a space or location in a camp where a tent is set-up. 3.8 Posting of Permit. The sanitary permit shall be posted in a conspicuous place of the
establishment for public information and shall be available for inspection by authorized health
2.29 TRAILER EMPLACEMENT – a space or location in a camp alooted for a and other regulatory personnel.
caravan/mobile home.
3.9 Record of Sanitary Permit
2.30 VERMIN – a group of insects such as flies, mosquitoes, ticks, cockroaches, lice,
bedbugs, or small animals such as mice and rats which are vectors of diseases. 3.9.1 Every local health office shall keep a record of all establishments which have been
issued a sanitary permit and renewal therof.
2.31 VERMIN ABATEMENT PROGRAM – a series of preventive and control
procedures and activities of vermin control in the establishments. 3.9.2 The record shall in every case show the following:

a. The name and address of the operator who shall in every case be the actual
holder of the sanitary permit;
SECTION 3. SANITARY PERMIT
b. The location of the establishment;
3.1 The establishment shall secure a sanitary permit (EHS Form No. 101) issued by the
local health officer before it could operate for public use. c. The nature and kind of business for which the permit has been issued;

3.2 Any extension or additional construction or alteration in the establishment shall require d. The date the permit was issued and the dates of any renewal thereof;
a new sanitary permit before it could operate.
e. Every change of occupation or management of the establishment since the first
3.3 Application or Renewal of Sanitary Permit permkt was issued;

3.3.1 The application or renewal of sanitary permit shall be filed with the local f. The sanitary conditions under which the permit was issued or any renewal
health office having jurisdiction over the establishment utilizing EHS Form thereof granted; and
No. 110.
g. The revocation of the sanitary permit.
3.3.2 The sanitary permit shall be issued only upon compliance to atleast a
satisfactory rating utilizing the form for sanitary inspection of public place 3.9.3 The record shall be available at all reasonable times for inspection by any authorized
establishment (EHS Form No. 103-B). officer of the Department of Health or local government unit.

3.4 Fees. The fees shall be paid to the local government office upon application, renewal,
and noting of sanitary permit. The amount of fees shall be set through city or municipal SECTION 4. SANITARY REQUIREMENTS FOR PERSONNEL
ordinance.
4.1 Health Certificate
3.5 Noting or Permit. Withing fourteen (14) working days after any change in the
ownership or occupancy of the establishment, the new operator shall apply to the local 4.1.1 Any person who intends to operate or work in an establishment shall be required to
health office to have such change noted in the records and permit certificate and shall secure a health certificate (EHS Form No. 102-A, cream in color or EHS Form No.
pay the corresponding fee in respect for such noting. 102-B, light green color) issued by the local health officer.

3.6 Validity. The sanitary permit shall be valied on the day of issuance until the last day of 4.1.2 The health certificate shall be renewed at least once a year or as often as required by
December of the same year, and shall be renewed every beginning of the year therafter. local ordinance.

3.7 Revocation/Suspension. Upon the recommendation of the local health officer, the
sanitary permit shall be suspended or revoked by the local health authority upon
violation of any sanitary rules and regulations.

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 4.1.3 The health certificate shall be clipped visibly in the upper left front portion of SECTION 5. SITE REQUIREMENTS
the uniform or garment worn by the employee while working. When such
condition is not practical due to the nature of the work in the establishment, the 5.1 Location
health certificate shall always be made available upon inspection. 5.1.1 The establishment shall be located only in places designated under existing zoning laws
4.1.4 Health certificate are non-transferable. and ordinance.When no zoning law or ordinance exists, the local health authority upon
the recommendation of the local health officer shall approve the location of the
4.2 Personal Health and Hygiene Practices establishment.

4.2.1 Employees of the establishment shall at all times observe good personal 5.1.2 The establishment shall be located in areas where pollution, noise, offensive doors, and
hygiene such as, but not limited to, the following: other nuisances are within the standards set by the Department o Environment and
Natural Resources and other existing environmental laws and regulations.
a. Wearing of clean appropriate working garments;
5.1.3 The establishment shall be at least 300-meter (984 feet) radial distance away form
b. Washing hands with soap and water before and after working, after densely polluted areas (e.g. commercial, residential, institutional and industrial area).
smoking, after using the toilet, after coughing or sneezing into hands,
or as often as necessary to remove dirt and contaminants; and 5.1.4 There shall be no establishment which shall be located within an earthquake faultline,
landslide or flood-area, lahar-paths, places within volcanic activity or any other external
c. Other hygienic practices called for the nature of the work in the source of hazard.
establishment.
5.1.5 There shall be buffer zone of at least five (5) meters (16.4 feet) in width located on all
4.2.2 Employees of the establishment shall at all times observe personal health and boundaries and planted with trees spaced at least 1.5 meters (4.9 feet) apart.
safety practices such as, but not limited to, the following:
5.1.6 The property lines of the establishment shall be atleast three (3) meters (9.84 feet) from
a. No smoking of tobacco; any road alignment.
b. No drinking of alcoholic beverages; 5.2 Road System
c. No spitting or blowing of nose; 5.2.1 The road system within the establishment shall be laid out with proper width and
d. No littering; and gradient and provided with storm culverts of sufficient size. A shoulder of at least (60)
centimeters (2 feet) wide on each side of the road is needed.
e. Other personal health and safety practices called for the nature of
work in the establishment. 5.2.2 Roads and other pathways shall be well maintained and shall have an all-weather
surface. All points of entrance and exit to and from the establishment shall be properly
4.2.3 Workers suffering from a communicable or contagious disease shall be located so as not to create traffic hazards.
immediately reported to the operator and referred for treatment.
5.2.3 All roads and streets shall be provided with the street signs and markets.
4.3 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
5.2.4 Road gradients shall not exceed six (6) percent. The following tables given below are
The necessary personal protective equipment shall be provided by the operator and used the minimum width of roads and curvatures.
by every worker in accordance with the provisions of Chapter VII – “Industrial
Hygiene” of the Code of Sanitation of the Philippines (P.D.856) and its implementing
rules and regulations and in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health
Standards formulated by the Department of Labor and Employment under the Labor
Code of the Philippines.

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TABLE 1. MINIMUM ROAD WIDTH TABLE 3. WATER REQUIREMENTS FOR ESTABLISHMENTS

Road Width Meter Feet REQUIREMENT PER PERSON/DAY

TYPE OF ESTABLISHMENT
One-way, no parking 3.0 to 5.0 10 to 16 LITERS GALLONS

One-way, parking on one side 6.0 19 Tent camps 135 30 - 35

Two-way, no parking 6.0 to 8.0 19 to 25 Caravan/Mobile home camps 150 – 190 40 - 50

Two-way, parking on one side 9.0 28 with individual connections

Two-way, parking on both sides 11.0 34 Camps w/ cottages 190 – 265 50 - 70

Picnic grounds 40 10
TABLE 2. MINIMUM ROAD CURVATURE
Restaurants (Staff plus customers) 30 – 40 7 – 10
Road Curvature Meter Feet
TABLE 4. MISCELLANEOUS WATER REQUIREMENTS
Centerline of roads 12 40
REQUIREMENT PER PERSON/DAY
Centerline of roads, cars with 15(radius) 30(radius) TYPE OF ESTABLISHMENT
LITERS GALLONS
Trailers up to 9 meters (30ft)
Water closet, per use 15 – 25 4-6
Turning circles 24(diameter) 80(diameter)
Lavatory, per use 5 1.5
SECTION 6. SANITARY FACILITIES REQUIREMENTS Bathroom, per use 120 30
6.1 Water supply
Shower, per use 95 25
6.1.1 The drinking water supply for the establishment shall be in accordance with
Chapter II – “Water Supply” of the Code on Sanitation of the
Dishwashing machine, per load 40 – 60 10 - 15
Philippines(P.D.856) and its implementing rules and regulations and the Laundry machine(domestic type) 95 – 190 25 - 50
Philippine National Standards for Drinking Water.

6.1.2 All drinking water sources shall have a certificate of potability of drinking
water issued by the Secretary of Health or duly authorized representative. 6.1.4 The plumbing system for water supply of the establishment shall be in accordance with
Samples from drinking water supplies shall be submitted by the operators of the provisions of the National Plumbing Code of the Philipines.
the establishments of the Department of Health accredited laboratories once a
year for physical and chemical examinations and every six months for 6.1.5 Drinking water that is not supplied from a piped-water supply system shall be handled,
bacteriological examinations or as often as possible as determined by the transported, dispensed in a sanitary manner and shall be stored in a separate tank,
sanitary engineer/sanitation inspection. reservoir or container approved by the local health officer.

6.1.3 Sources either from private or public water supplies shall be capable of 6.1.6 If drinking fountains are provided, they shall be of approved angle-jet type.
supplying daily water consumption. A guide for water use is given in the tables below.

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 6.1.7 In case bottled water is served to tourist or guest, it shall come from an TABLE 5. GUESTS
approved source and shall be in accordance with the Department of Health
Administrative Order No. 18-A, s. 1993 entitled “Bottled Drinking Water” and
No. of Water Closet Urinal Lavatory Lavatory
shall be dispensed only from the original container filled by the supplier.
persons
Male Female Male Male Female Male Female
6.1.8 If water-cooling device is provided, it shall be of a type in which ice produced
by such device does not come in contact with water. 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
1 – 20
6.1.9 Ice coming from ice-making dispensing unit of the establishment shall be 21 – 30 1 2 2 2 2 1 1
manufactured from an approved and potable water supply, stored and handled
31 – 40 2 2 3 3 3 1 1
in a sanitary manner. Adequate and acceptable ice storage and dispensing
utensils shall be provided and properly used. Ice-making machines shall be 41 – 50 2 3 3 3 3 2 2
placed in a protected place. Ice storage bins shall only be used for its intended
51 – 75 3 4 4 4 4 2 2
purpose.
76 – 100 3 4 4 4 4 3 3
6.2 Food Sanitation
For every 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
6.2.1 Dispensing food and drink within the establishment shall be in accordance
additional 50 p.
with Chapter III – “Food Establishments” of the Code on Sanitation of the
Philippines (P.D.856) and its implementing rules and regulations.
One (1) additional fixture shall be provided for differently-abled persons
6.3 Sanitary Toilet facilities

6.3.1 Service building/s which houses toilet facilities and other similar facilities and
TABLE 6. MINIMUM PLUMBING FIXTURE FOR PERSONNEL
amenities shall be located within a radius of 25 meters (82 feet) of the service
area.
No. of Water Closet Urinal Lavatory Lavatory
6.3.2 Adequate number of plumbing fixture shall be provided to all persons in the persons
establishment. The minimum appurtenances in a sanitary facility shall be Male Female Male Male Female Male Female
provided in accordance with the tables below: 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
1 – 29
1 2 2 2 2 1 1
30 – 49
2 3 2 3 3 2 2
50 – 99
1 1 1 1 1 1 1
For every
additional 50 p.

One (1) additional fixture shall be provided for differently-abled persons

6.3.3 Separate clearly-marked toilet facilities for male and female shall be provided.

6.3.4 A minimum floor area of 1.2 sqaure meters (12.91 sqaure feet) with a minimum
dimension of 0.9 meter (2.95 feet) shall be required for all toilet and bathroom facilities.
Clear distance measurements shall be made on all areas and dimensions.

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 6.3.5 Toilets and bathrooms shall be properly located, lighted, and ventilated. It shall 6.5 Solid Waste Management
be located where tourist, guests, and personnel can easily access it.
6.5.1 Segregation, storage, collection, transport, and disposal of refuse shall be in accordance
6.3.6 Proper maintenance, cleaning and disinfecting of toilets and bathrooms shall with Chapter XVIII – “Refuse Disposal” and its implementing rules and regulations.
be done regularly.
6.5.2 An effective information and awareness program on proper disposal of refuse including
6.3.7 Toilet paper and/or paper holders, soap, soap dispensers, and paper towels the color coding of trash bags shall be done in the establishment.
shall be supplied at all times. Paper towels or mechanical hand-drying machine
shall be used for hand drying. Mirrors shall be installed in toilet room 6.5.3 Trash bags shall be of preferable thickness to accommodate the weight and type of
facilities. refuse during handling without rupturing.

6.3.8 A centralized dish washing facility shall be constructed in camps and picnic 6.5.4 Refuse containers shall be strategically located in each camp/picnic site. The containers
establishments. will depend on the type of refuse produced daily. It shall be firmly secured in place to
avoid accidental knockdown.
6.3.9 Laundering shall be done in separate laundry facilities. No person shall be
allowed to put up a temporary clothesline in facilities not provided for the 6.5.5 All refuse containers of receptacles shall be emptied daily or more frequently as
purpose. necessary through the collection system or by any approved sanitary method.

6.3.10 Suitable storage facilities such as lockers for clothing and other personal 6.5.6 All refuse containers are required to be thouroughly cleaned and preferably disinfected
articles shall be provided to all personnel in the establishment. after being emptied. The water produced from cleaning and washing of these
receptacles or containers shall be disposed to a proper wastewater disposal system.
6.3.11 Separate changerooms for male and female shall be provided.
6.5.7 Separate storage room/bin for dry and wet refuse shall be provided. It shall be cleaned
6.4 Sewage Disposal and Drainage and disinfected after every collection. Refuse storage shall be inaccessible to vermin.

6.4.1 All sewage from the plumbing system of the establishment shall be discharged 6.5.8 The prohibition of littering shall be strictly enforced and the posting of signboards
to the public sewer system, or in the absence thereof in a manner complying regarding such shall be placed on conspicuous parts of the establishment to inform
with Chapter XVII – “Sewage Collection and Disposal, Excreta Disposal and employees, tourist and guests.
Drainage” of the Code on Sanitation of the Philippines (P.D.856) and its
implementing rules and regulations. 6.6 Vermin Abatement and Control of Harmful Animals and Other Insects

6.4.2 The plumbing system for sewage disposal and storm water drainage of the 6.6.1 The operator of the establishment shall maintain a vermin abatement program which
establishment shall be in accordance with the provisions of the National shall conform to Chapter XVI – “Vermin Control” of the Code on Sanitation of the
Plumbing Code of the Philippines. Philippines (P.D.856) and its implementing rules and regulations.

6.4.3 Storm water shall be discharged to a storm drainage system separate from the 6.6.2 Cabins, cottages or any enclosed shelter or structure used for habitation shall be
sewer system in all areas where it exists. screened with No. 15 – meshscreen unless otherwise air-conditioned.

6.4.4 Restaurants and other dishwashing facilities where food and utensils are
washed shall be provided with properly-sized grease traps.

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 6.6.3 The growth of bush, weed, and grass within the premise of the establishment 7.1.5 The new establishment shall not be placed in operation until such inspections shows
shall be controlled to prevent the breeding and harborage of vermin and other compliance with the requirements of these rules and regulations.
harmful insects or animals (e.g. spiders, scorpions or snakes).
7.2 Walls and Ceilings
6.6.4 The establishment shall conduct an awareness program on dangerous and
poisonous insects and animals and elimination of their hiding and nesting 7.2.1 Walls and partitions inside the sanitary facilities shall have a smooth and impervious
places. material extending up to 1.80 meters (6 feet) in height starting from the floor. All walls
and partitions that exceeds the said height shall be painted with color or shall be
6.6.5 The operator shall ensure that no stay animal loiters inside the establishment. furnished with light-solored, smooth and non-toxic material.

6.7 Noise Abatement 7.2.2 Partition walls between water closets shall have a height of at least two (2) meters (6.56
feet) and terminates thirty (30) centimeters (1 foot) above the floor.
6.7.1 Excessive noise shall be abated in accordance with Chapter XIX – “Nuisances
and Offensive Trades” of the Code on Sanitation of the Philippines (P.D.856) 7.2.3 The walls and floors of a kitchen and dish washing facility shall be constructed with
and its implementing rules and regulations and other existing laws, rules and durable and non-absorbent material.
regulations.
7.2.4 Walls or wall coverings shall not have open spaces or cracks that would provide
breeding and harbonage of vermin.

SECTION 7. SANITARY STRUCTURAL REQUIREMENTS 7.2.5 All ceilings shall be of high-colored, smooth and non-toxic material.

7.1 General Requirements 7.3 Windows and Doors

7.1.1 The plans, standards, and guidelines on building design, construction, use, 7.3.1 Rooms which are not provided with artificial ventilation system shall be provided with
occupancy and maintenance shall be in accordance with the National Building windows/s with opening space of not lesser than ten percent (10%) of the floor area of
Code of the Philippines(P.D.856) and its implementing rules and regulations, the room and which shall open directly to a clear space.
the Civil Code of the Philippines and other existing local laws and ordinances.
7.3.2 Windows of toilet rooms shall be so located above eye-level and shall be provided with
7.1.2 A person or group of persons, or entity who intends to construct, operate, alter, No.15-meshscreen unless otherwise air-conditioned.
or renovate the establishment shall first submit the plans and specifications to
the local health officer for review and approval of its sanitary requirements. 7.3.3 All doors shall be made of easily-cleaned, light-colored, smooth and non-toxic
All plans shall be submitted in duplicate copies. materials.

7.1.3 The application for permit to construct, operate, renovate, or alter such 7.4 Floors
establishment shall be written on such forms issued by the local health office 7.4.1 All floors within the sanitary facility shall be constructed of concrete or any
and submitted together with other supporting documents which are necessary impervious, easily cleaned and non-toxic material.
for proper review of plans.
7.4.2 Where floors are constructed of wood with dovetailed or tounge and groove
7.1.4 The establishments shall be built in accordance with the approved plans unless floorboards, it shall be clamped together and laid firmly.
approval of changes related to sanitation requirements has been given in
writing by the local health officer. The operator shall notify the local health
officer at specific predetermined stages of construction and at the time of its
completion and to permit inspection during and after construction.

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 7.4.3 Floor covering such as vinyl tiles, wood parquet, linoleum, or any similar iv. To toilets and Bathrooms; provides an exhaust fan with a minimum fan diameter of
materials shall be fixed floor with cement, glue, or any suitable adhesive material. 15.24 centimeters per 35 cubic meter room volume or any fraction thereof (or
Carpets, when used, shall be maintained in a clean and satisfactory condition. equivalent minimum cubic meter of air per minute at 3 air changes per hour).
Windowless bathrooms shall be provided with mechanical exhausts systems that
7.5 Ventilation are connected to the light switch.

7.5.1 Natural and/or mechanical ventilation, which is effective and suitable for v. Air circulation of the room of the establishment shall be supplied through air
comfort and safety of guests/tourists and personnel, shall be provided in all inlets arranged, located, and equipped so that personnel, tourists and guests
areas of the establishment. are not subjected to air velocities exceeding 1.02 meter per second.

7.5.4 The ventilation of other areas not otherwise mentioned shall be of such capacity as
7.5.2 When natural ventilation is provided, there shal1 be a window that opens a may be required by the local health office concerned as recommended by the sanitary
clear space. engineer.

7.5.3 In the absence of effective natural ventilation mechanical ventilation of shall

be provided with airflow from a clear area and properly discharged in such a
manner as not to create nuisance. The following shall be the minimum rate for
mechanical ventilation that shall be provided in the absence of effective 7.6 Lighting
natural ventilation.
7.6.1 All areas in the establishment shall be properly lighted either by natural or artificial
a. Air-conditioning units: provide 1.5 Horsepower (6,000 BTU/ hour) air- lights, or both.
conditioner for every 50 cubic meter room volume or any fraction thereof.

b. Exhaust fans or blowers: TABLE7. MINIMUM STANDARD OF ILLUMINATION

i. Bedrooms: provide an exhaust fan with a minimum fan diameter of AREA MINIMUM ILLUMINATION
25.4 centimeters per cubic meter room volume or any fraction 20 foot candles 215.2 lux
thereof(or equivalent minimum cubic meter of air per minute at 10 Hallways, exits, stairways, and dining
air changes per hour). rooms

Bedrooms, locker rooms, toilets and 10 foot candles 106.7 lux

ii. Storage and Supply Rooms: provide an exhaust fan with a minimum
bathrooms
fun diameter of I 5.24 centimeters per 35 cubic meter room volume
or any fraction thereof (or equivalent minimum cubic meter of air per Kitchens, study rooms, storage rooms
20 foot candles 215.2 lux
minute at 3 air changes per hour).
Laundry rooms, lavatories and mirrored
30 foot candles 322.8 lux
areas
iii. Kitchen, Dining, and Study Rooms: provide an exhaust fan with a
minimum fan diameter of 15.24 centimeters per 35 cubic meter room 2 foot candles 22 lux
Outdoor pathways
volume or any fraction thereof (or equivalent minimum cubic meter
of air per minute at 3 air changes per hour).
7.6.2 Lighting shall be reasonably free from glare and evenly distributed to avoid shadows.

7.6.3 The intensity of the required illumination inside the establishment shall be maintained
at a point 76.20 centimeters (30 inches) above the floor.

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 7.6.4 There shall be provisions of sufficient lighting capable of illuminating dark NUMBER OF WORKERS
places within the open areas of the establishments. MEDICAL SUPPLIES 1 51 100 200 601 2001
EQUIPMENT to to to to to .&
7.6.5 Switches of lighting fixtures shall be conveniently located. SO 99 199 600 200 up
0
7.6.6 The level of illumination of other areas not otherwise mentioned in Table 7 First Aid Pamphlet 1 1 1 1 1 1
shall be such intensity as may be required by the local health office First Aid Box 1 1 1 1 1 1
concerned as recommended by the sanitary engineer.
Thermometer 1 1 1 1 2 2
Stethoscope - - 1 1 1 1
SECTION8. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Sphygmomanometer - - 1 1 1 1
Sterilized Gauze Pads 5 5 5 10 20 20
8.1 The safety and comfort of tourists, guests and other personnel shall be of the utmost Gauze bandages, roll 1 1 1 1 2 2
consideration by the operator of the establishment. Adhesive tape roll 1 1 1 1 1 1
Absorbent cotton * * * * * *
8.2 The establishment shall provide emergency medicines, medical
Bandage Scissors 1 1 1 1 1 I
Triangular Bandage - 1 1 1 2 2
TABLE 8. MEDICINES**
Safety Pins - * * * * *
Wooden Tongue Depressors - - 100 100 100 100
NUMBER OF WORKERS
Hot Water Bag 1 1 1 1 1 I
1 51 100 200 6p 0 1 2001 Ice Bag 1 1 1 1 1 1
MEDICINES
50 99 199 600 up Disposable Hypodermic - - 10 10 10 20
2tl00
Syringes w/ needles, 2.5 cc.
Topical Antiseptic, cc. 60 60 60 120 240 240
Rubber Torniquet 1 1 1 1 1 1
70% Isopropyl Alcohol, cc. 240 240 240 240 500 500
Venoclysis set - 1 1 2 2 2
Aramaic Spirit of Ammonia, 30 30 30 30 30 30 (1V tubing, butterfly)
cc
Minor Surgical Instruments - - * * * *
Toothache drops. cc. 15 15 30 30 30 30
Forceps - * * * * *
Hydrogen Peroxide 120 120 120 240 240 240
Solution, cc. Sterilizer - - - - 1 l
Burn Ointment, Tube - - 1 1 1 1 Waste Pail i 1 1 1 I 1
Analgesic/Antipyretic 10 10 10 20 30 40 Soap. Cake * * * * * *
tablets
Linens - - - * * *
Anti-histaminic tablets - - 10 20 30 40
Bed - - - 1 1 1
Antacid tablets 10 10 10 20 30 40
Stretcher - - - 1 1 1
Anti-diarrhea tablets 10 10 10 20 30 40
Cabinet for medicines - - 1 1 1 1
Anti-spasmodic tablets - - 10 20 30 40 and supplies
Anti-hypertensive tablets - - 10 20 30 40 Examining Table - - - 1 1 1
Coronary vasodilator tablets - - 10 20 30 40 Note: ** Any medical supply/equipment prescribed in the table may be
Anti-asthma tablets - - 10 10 20 20 substituted with one of comparable effectiveness, and shall be replaced
with the same quantity immediately after consumption.
Anti-hemorrhage tablets - - 10 10 20 20
Note:** Any medicine supply prescribed in the table may be substituted TABLE 10: MEDICAL FACILITIES
with
one of comparable effectiveness, and shall be replaced with the same
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NUMBER OF WORKERS
quantity immediately after consumption.
TABLE 9: MEDICAL SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT** MEDICAL FACILITY 200
1- 51 - 100- 200- 601-
1&
18 50 99 50 600 2000
up
 8.13 The minimum requirements for the accessibility of differently-abled persons in the
establishments are in accordance with Batas Pambansa Blg. 344 – “The Law to enhance mobility
Treatment room - 1 1 1 - - of Disabled persons” and it’s implementing rules and regulations.
Emergency clinic - - - - 1 1

Dental clinic - - - - - 1
SECTION 9. SPECIAL PROVISIONS
8.3 Emergency telephone and other communication equipment shall be provided together 9.1 Caravan/Mobile Home Camps
with the line numbers of the ambulance services, doctors, and hospitals and shall be
conspicuously posted in the establishment. 9.1.1 A caravan/ mobile camp shall have a land area of not less than 1 hectare.

8.4 The establishment shall have maintenance facilities and adequate number of personnel 9.1.2 Caravan/mobile home located near any structure or between adjacent trailers shall have
to deal with the emergencies, carry out repairs and maintain services. a clearance of at least three (3) meters (9.80 feet) and shall not be closer than 6 meters
(19.7) from any road, paths, or other public areas.
8.5 Establishments that are located near cliffs, steep hills, streams, rivers, or any other place
where danger accidental fall might occur shall be provided with handrails, wire fence,
or any type or barriers. TABLE 11. AREA GUIDELINES FOR CAMPS

8.6 All entrance or exit points shall be well lighted and clearly marked.

8.7 There shall be provision of emergency exits, lights and power supply in the Camping site density including roads 30 – 60 emplacement per hectare
establishment. (caravan/mobile home camps)

8.8 Water shall be made safe by boiling for at least (2) minutes, or by using chemical or Population Density including roads
any other approved means of disinfection during emergencies, calamities, or possible (caravan/mobile home camps) 120 – 200 persons per hectare
contamination of drinking water. Camping site area (tent camps 30 – 50 square meter per emplacement
8.9 The application, handling, and storage of pesticide shall be in accordance with chapter Camping site area (caravan/mobile 100 – 200 square meter per
XVI – “Vermin Control” of the Code of Sanitation of the Philippines (P.D. 856) and its home camps) emplacement
implementing rules and regulations.
Cottage with municipal or communal 200 square meter per building
8.10 The fire protection system and system instruction program of the establishment shall be water or sewerage system
in accordance with the Fire Code of the Philippines (P.D. 1185) and its implementing
ruls and regulations. There shall be accepted practices and procedures in the prevention Cottage with individual water sewage
of forest and bush fires (see Annex 1). disposal system 300 square meter per building

8.11 Electrical designs, equipment, specifications, conduits, installations and all electrical
system shall conform to the Philippines Electrical Code, as adopted by The Board of
Electrical Engineering pursuant to Republic Act No. 184 otherwise known as the
Electrical Engineering law and its implementing rules and regulations and other
existing laws and local ordinances. 9.1.3 The trailer emplacement shall not be less than the number of caravan/ mobile
8.12 Mechanical designs, equipment specifications, installations, and all mechanical system shall home shall be located within the camp itself, either separately or in association
conform to the Philippine Mechanical Engineering Code, as adopted by the Board of Mechanical with each trailer emplacement, 21
or in one or more areas set aside or maintained
Engineering pursuant to Commonwealth Act20No. 29 otherwise known as the Mechanical as the parking area.
Engineering Law and its implementing rules and regulations and other existing laws and local
ordinances.
 9.1.4 There shall be no more than one stationary/ caravan home for every ten (10) 9.2.1 Tents shall not be erected within a caravan/ mobile home camp.
trailer emplacement. Stationary caravan/mobile home shall be located in
designated area only. 9.2.2 There shall be a clearance of at least 2 meters (6.56) between adjacent tents, Roads,
pathways or other public gathering areas shall not be closer than 6 meters (19.70 feet)
9.1.5 An open space of not less than eight percent (8%) of the area of the to tents emplacements.
establishment but not less than 240 square meters (2582 square feet) shall be
provided for enjoyment and recreation of the occupants, tourists, or guests. 9.2.3 A tent shall not be erected within 3-meter (9.80) feet) distance from any building, nor
shall any rope or any fastening material of a tent be tied r placed at a distance of 1 meter
9.1.6 A stationary caravan/ mobile home shall be structurally sound and wit (3.28 feet) from any building, fence, or public facility.
nontoxic and fire resistant materials. It shall be provided with suitable
complement of bedding and furniture and good order, repair, and condition. 9.2.4 Tents maybe placed under woods sites provided that low- lying branches of tress, which
There shall be at least one (10 bed for each person, one mattress for each bed, may cause hindrance or injury to campers, shall be cut- off or trimmed. The cutting of
hanging space for clothing, one (1) table and setting for atleast the number of trees or its branches shall be subjected to existing laws or ordinances of the locality.
persons capable of being accommodated in the cabin. 9.2.5 Floorings of tents shall be made of smooth, non- absorbent material, free from holes,
9.1.7 Each trailer emplacement shall be clearly delineated on the ground. All trailer crevices or cracks t prevent entry of moisture.
emplacements shall be numbered with its number prominently displayed. 9.2.6 Dilapidated, unsightly, or unsuitable tent is insufficient to provide privacy shall not be
9.1.8 Existing trees shall be retained as far as possible and additional planting of permitted.
new trees and shrubs shall be carried out. 9.2.7 A sanitary- hand type pump or faucet with proper waste water drainage to prevent
9.1.9 There shall be provision for water supply connection for each trailer ponding shall be provided within twenty-five (25) meters 982 feet) with a ratio of one
emplacement. A caravan/ mobile home eater supply tapping connection shall (1) outlet for every ten (10) tent emplacements.
have at least 20 millimeter diameter (3/4inches) pipe projecting to at least 10 9.2.8 A camper shall not dig, trench, cut or distur the groud in the vicinity of the camp except
centimeter (3.90 inches) above the ground. with the consent of the operator or for the porpuse of drainage of rainwater around the
9.1.10 The water distribution system including storage and pumping equipment shall tent.
be designated for the maximum or peak demand. A contained caravan/ mobile 9.2.9 Campfires and cooking of food shall be properly controlled and done in designated
home shall be regarded with four (4) fixture units per space with a fixture unit place only.
taken as 28.5 liters per minute (7.4 U.S. gallons per minute).
9.2.10 Campers shall be required to provide necessary clothing and materials that will protect
9.1.11 For each contained caravan/ mobile home, there shall be a minimum sewer them from extreme conditions such as in cold- climate regions.
connection of 100 millimeter (4inches) diameter pipe that shall be connected
to a sewer line extending 100 millimeters (4 inches) from the ground, each
provided with a P-trap. Sewer lines shall be installed at least one (1) meter
(3.28 feet) away from water lines.

9.3
9.1.12 Caravan/ mobile home shall be preparatory
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and telecommunication lines. 9.3.1 The minimum area for a picnic ground shall be 1000 square meter.
9.2 Tent Camps
 9.3.2 The minimum space requirement in each individual picnic facility shall be as 9.4.1 Cottages and similar dwelling houses located inside the establishment shall be
follows: constructed, operated and maintained in accordance with Chapter IV – “Hotels, Motels,
and Apartments, Lodging, Boarding or Tenement Houses, and Condominiums” of the
TABLE 12. MINIMUM SPACE REQUIREMENTS FOR PICNIC GROUNDS Code on Sanitation of the Philippines (P.D. 856) and its implementing rules and
regulations and the National Building Code of the Philippines (P.D. 1096) and its
MINIMUM AREA
TYPE OF FACILITY implementing rules regulations and other existing local laws and ordinances.
Sq. m Sq. f
9.4.2 Beds and blankets shall be provided in every room used for sleeping purposes. Beds or
Individual picnic family 5 53.8 similar facilities shall be spaced not closer than one (1) meter both laterally and end. It
shall be elevated to at least 0.3 meter (1 foot) from the floor. If double deck beds are
Single table 2 21.5
used they shall be spaced 1.20 meters (3.90 feet) both laterally and end to end). The
Space allotted in seats or 0.6 2 minimum clear space between the lower ends of the deck to the upper deck shall not be
bench per person less than 0.70 meters (2.30). Triple deck bed shall be prohibited.

9.5 Recreational and Other Facilities and Amenities

9.5.1 Amusement/ recreational facilities (e.g. playgrounds, swimming pools, or play courts)
9.3.3 There shall be a clearance of not less than three (3) meters (9.48 feet) between shall be located at a distance of not less than 6 meters (19.68 feet) from any individual
adjacent sheds or any individual picnic family. picnic facility and atleast twenty five (25) meters (82 feet) from any tent or trailer
emplacement, cottage and similar dwelling house for reasons of privacy and prevention
9.3.4 The ground where these structures are erected shall be preferably leveled and of hazard.
located on the flat clearings n a ground with a gradient not exceeding six (6)
percent. 9.5.2 Exotic display animals located inside the establishments shall comply with the pertinent
provisions of Chapter XIX, “Nuisances and Offensive Trades” of the Code on
9.3.5 The floors of individual picnic family picnic facility, sheds, fireplaces, Sanitation of the Philippines (P.D. 856)
roasting/ barbecue places and other structures located within the premise of the
picnic ground shall be of concrete or any impervious, non-toxic, easily cleaned 9.5.3 No animal stockade shall be located within twenty-five (25) meters (82 feet) from any
material, free from cracks and crevices which shall protrude at least 100 food establishment or where food is prepared and served or any place or room used for
millimeters (4 inches) from the ground to facilitate sanitary condition during habitation.
rainy season. It shall be maintained in good order, repair and condition.
9.5.4 Establishments provided with swimming pools or located near natural or artificial
9.3.6 Picnic tables, barbecue grills, walls, and floorings of a picnic facility shall be bathing facilities all conform to Chapter VIII – “Public Swimming or Bathing Places”
cleaned and disinfected at least once a month and shall be maintained in a of the Code on the Sanitation of the Philippines (P.D. 856) and its implanting rules and
sanitary condition. regulations and other existing local laws and regulations.

9.3.7 Chimneys, fireplace, and barbecue/ roasting places shall be constructed and
locted in accordance with the National Building Code of the Philippines (P.D.
1096) and its implementing rules and regulations and other existing local and
ordinances.

9.4 Cottages and Similar Dwelling Houses24 located, constructed, maintained and used as to prevent fire and excessive
smoke on the adjoining property. It shall be in accordance with the National
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 Building Code of the Philippines (PD. 1096) and its implementing rules and 10.4.1 The sanitation inspector shall wear the prescribed uniform of the office with the proper
regulations and other existing local laws and ordinances. No open fire shall be identification card while conducting the inspection
permitted or left unattended except in the facilities provided for.
10.4.2 He shall likewise bring all the equipment and supplies needed in the. inspection such as
9.5.6 There shall be at least one sundry shop and one restaurant in the the inspection forms, clipboards, thermometers flashlight, measuring tape, camera,
establishment. light meter, water pressure gauge residual chlorine and pH comparator kits, blacklight,
food and drink sampling kit, copy of the sanitation laws, regulations, standards and
other reference materials needed in the inspection.
SECTION 10. INSPECTION AND EVALUATION 10.5 Frequency of Inspections
10.1 Responsible Officer 105.1 The inspection Shali be conducted at least once every three (3) months.
It shall be the duty of the local health officer to cause the inspection and evaluation of 10.6 Recording of Inspection
every establishments requiring a sanitary permit for its operations at least every three
(3) months and to cause additional inspection and re-inspection and evaluation as 10.6.1 The sanitary engineer/sanitation inspector shall keep a record of all his inspections or
deemed necessary for the enforcement of these rules and regulations. evaluation reports in an inspection form (EHS Form No. 103-B).

10.2 Sanitation Inspection Fee 10.6.2 The sanitary engineer/sanitation inspector shall furnish the original of such report to
the operator of the establishment.
The fees payable on every inspection shall be of such amount prescribed by local
ordinance. 10.6.3 Demerits entered in the appropriate column of the inspection form shall indicate that the
item does not conform to the requirements of these rules and regulations.
10.3 Mission Order
a. The inspection form has twenty (20) items. Non-complying items are indicated
10.3.1 The local health officer or the chief of the sanitation division/section/ unit of with a (X). Every such item is weighted with a demerit of five (5). The rating
the city or municipal health office, as the case may be, shall issue a mission of the establishment is therefore: 100 less (number of demerits x 5). The result
order (EHS Form No. 112) for every sanitation inspection that will be is expressed as a percentage (%) rating.
conducted by the sanitary engineer/sanitation inspector.

10.3.2 The mission order must contain the date, the mission order number and series,
the name of the inspector and the I.D. number, the business names, addresses, RATING SANITATION STANDARD COLOR CODE
categories of establishments to be inspected and the scheduled dates of
inspection. This must be shown to the operator of the establishment before 90 - 100% Excellent Luminous Green
any inspection is conducted. The immediate supervisor of the inspector shall 70 - 89 % Very Satisfactory Luminous Yellow
monitor the enforcement of the mission order.
50 - 69 % Satisfactory Luminous Red
10.3.3 Sanitary inspection conducted without a mission order is prohibited.

10.3.4 The operator of the establishment shall report to the local health officer or
chief of sanitation division/section/unit any unauthorized inspection that was
conducted.

b. Establishments with percentage rating below 50% shalt be

10.4 Uniform of Sanitation Inspector and Aids to Inspection
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 c. Sanitation Standard Rating Sticker (SSRS) (EHS Form No. 104A to 10.8.1 If upon re-inspection of the establishment after the deadline, the sanitary
104-C) shall be posted in a conspicuous part of the establishment, engineer/sanitation inspector finds that correction has not been effected, he shall report
preferably at the door, for guidance of the customers. It shall be to the local health officer who shall recommend to the local health authority the
updated once every three (3) months, unless revoked earlier. revocation of the sanitary permit.

10.6.5 The average sanitation standard of every establishment shall be evaluated by 10.8.2 A copy of the inspection form and any notice served shall, in alt cases be filed and kept
the local health officer/chief of the sanitation division/ section/unit every end by the local health office and be available for inspection by authorized officials.
of the year to determine its improvement/ maintenance rating.
10.9 Service of Notice
10.7 Report of Inspection
10.9.1 Whenever an inspection or evaluation form indicates non-complying items, the local
10.7.1 The sanitary engineer/sanitation inspector who conducted the inspection shall health officer shall serve to the operator of the establishment a sanitary order requiring
complete the sanitary inspection report, and whenever an inspection form that him, within the grace period stated in the order, to take such remedial action as may be
was issued indicates noncomplying items, he shall notify the operator of the specified therein.
establishments of the corrections to be made and indicate a reasonable period
for its compliance. 10.9.2 In the event of non-compliance of the first sanitary order by the operator, the local
health officer may serve a second notice.
a. The recommended corrective measures shall be specific in nature for
the easy understanding and compliance of the operator of the a. Second Sanitary Order
establishment. i. If the operator of the establishment needs additional time to comply
b. Reasonable period for compliance or grace period shall be inclusive with the first sanitary order, he shall request the local health officer in
of Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. writing, prior to the expiration of the sanitary order, for an extension
of the grace period. The local health officer, upon the
c. The sanitary engineer/sanitation inspector who conducted the recommendation of the sanitary engineer/sanitation inspector who
inspection shall likewise prepare a sanitary order (EHS Form No. conducted the inspection, shall act on such request.
107) for approval by the local health officer or chief of the sanitation
division/section/unit. ii. Notice of Hearing (EHS Form No. 1 18). The local health officer
shall call the operator to show cause, at a time and place stated in the
d. Within 48 hours after the inspection or evaluation, the original notice, why the permit issued in respect of the establishment shall not
inspection report (EHS Form No. 103-B) and the sanitary order shall be revoked.
be furnished and acknowledged by the operator of the establishment.
The inspection report shall be The inspection report shall be 10.10 Revocation of Permit
personally delivered, or shall be sent through postal service service, 10.10.1 After prior notices and hearing as provided above, the local health officer, if satisfied
registered with return card. that the terms of the two notices have not been complied with or that failure to comply
therewith is not excusable, shall recommend to the local health authority the revocation
of the said permit, or;

10.8 Re - inspection

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 10.10.2 After the second sanitary order on an extended grace period, a reinspection SECTION 11. RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OPERATOR
was conducted and still the operator of the establishment fails to comply with
such order as reported by the sanitary engineer/ sanitation inspector, the local The operator shall:
health officer shall recommend to the local health authority the revocation of 11.1 Comply with all the requirements and standards as stated in these implementing rules and
the sanitary permit without delay and shall inform other related agencies ofthe regulations;
city or municipality of such revocation.
11.2 Ensure the state of sanitation of the establishment;
10.10.3 Lifting of suspension of permit may be recommended whenever the operator
of the establishment complies with the notices. 11.3 Promote good personal hygiene among his employees and ensure updating of their health
certificates;
10.10.4 The operator of the establishment may file a motion for reconsideration to the
health authority if he/she is not satisfied with the action of the local health 11.4 Ensure the safety and comfort of all guests and employees in the establishment;
officer.
11.5 Provide adequate and appropriate sanitary facilities, personal protective equipment, and
10.10.5 The local health authority may file court proceedings against any necessities to promote safety and sanitation in the establishment;
establishment continuously operating after the revocation of its permit.
11.6 Renew the sanitary permit every year;
10.11 Summary Suspension of Permits
11.7 Assist the health authorities in conducting inspection of the establishment;
Whenever the local health officer finds unsanitary or unhealthy conditions in the
11.8 Hire competent and qualified individual to work in the establishment; and
operation of an establishment which in his judgement constitute a substantial hazard to
public health, the local health officer may recommend to the local health authority the 11.9 Provide regular training programs and insttuctions to all employees on health, sanitation and
immediate suspension of the sanitary permit and closure of the establishment. Any safety, conservation of the environment, and proper operation and maintenance of the
person to whom such order is issued may file a written petition and shall be afforded a establishment.
hearing within 48 hours.

10.12 Appeals
SECTION 12. RESPONSIBILITY OF THE LOCAL HEALTH OFFICER
The person or panel conducting the hearing may confirm, modify, or reverse the
decision appealed from which decision shall be final. The local health officer shall:

10.13 Power of Entry 12.1 Facilitate the conduct of inspection and evaluation of the establishment at least once every three
months to ascertain their compliance to these implementing rules and regulations;
Any sanitary engineer/sanitation inspector or duly authorized officer of the Department
of Health or of the local health offices, upon presentation of proper credentials may at 12.2 Coordinate with the Department of Health or its regional health office for information and
all reasonable times enter into the establishment for any of the purposes referred to in guidance on the enforcement of these implementing rules and regulations;
these rules and regulations for the purpose of inspection or any other action necessary
12.3 Conduct information, education and advocacy campaigns within his area of jurisdiction in
for administration of these rules and regulations.
relation to the enforcement of these implementing rules and regulations;
10.14 Hearings

The local health authority may conduct hearings regarding erring establishments to
include appeals from establishments. The decision of the local health authority shall be
deemed final and executory.

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12.4 Issue sanitary permu upon completion of the requirements stated tn these implementing SECTION 16. REPEALING CLAUSE
rules and regulations; and
All pertinent rules and regulations which are inconsistent with the provisions of these rules and
12.5 Prescribe precautionary measure to the operator for the prevention of accidents or regulations are hereby repealed or amended accordingly.
spread of contagious or communicable disease in the establishment.

SECTION 13. RESPONSIBILITY OF THE LOCAL HEALTH AUTHORITY

SECTION 17. EFFECTIVITY
The local health authority shall:
These rules and regulations shall take effect after fifteen (15) days from date of publication in the official
13.1 Certify the passing of local laws and ordinances for the adoption, guidance and gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.
enforcement of these implementing rules and regulations and other implementing rules
and regulations of the Code on Sanitation of the Philippines (PD. 856); Approved on this 26th day of October nineteen hundred ninety eight, Manila, Philippines.

13.2 Assist the local health officer and other health regulatory personnel by providing
necessary facilities, supplies, equipment, training programs and seminars for the
promotion and improvement of the state of health and sanitation of the community; and

13.4 Issue directives upon recommendation of the local health officer for the prevention and
control of any untoward circumstances that may jeopardize public health and safety.

Date of Publication: 14 February 1999

SECTION 14. PENAL PROVISION Manila Standard

14.1 Any person who shall violate, disobey, refuse, omit or neglect to comply with any of
the provisions of these rules and regulations, shall be guilty of misdemeanor and upon
conviction shall be punished by imprisonment for a period not exceeding six (6) months
or by a fine not exceeding Php 1,000.00 or both depending upon the discretion of the
court.

14.2 Any person who shall interfere with or hinder, or oppose any officer, agent or member
of the Department of Health or of the bureaus and offices under it, in the performance
of his duty as provided for under these rules and regulations, or shall tear down,
mutilate, deface or alter any placard, or notice, affixed to the premises in the
enforcement of these rules and regulations shall be guilty of misdemeanor and
punishable upon conviction by imprisonment for a period not exceeding six (6) months
or by a fine not exceeding Php 1,000.00 or both depending on the discretion of the
court.

SECTION 15. SEPARABILITY CLAUSE

In the event that any rule, section, paragraph, sentence, clause or word of these rules and
regulations is declared invalid for any reason, the other provisions thereof shall not be affected
thereby.

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 ACCEPTED PRACTICES ON THE PREVENTION OF FIRE IN FOREST AND Ill. Safety Practices
GRASSLAND
1. Flammable or combustible liquids shall be stored in safety-type containers and shall be
I. General Requirements clearly labeled as to its correct content. It shall not be used for starting fires.

2. There shall be a separate storage area for flammable and combustible liquids.
1. The operator shall provide necessary information and awareness program on fire
prevention and eradication such as pamphlets, posters, campfire talks, demonstrations, 3. Extinguish all open fires upon resting and leaving the camp or picnic ground.
drills, or videos to all person in the establishment.
4. Observe rules and regulations in building campfires and fire for cooking,
2. Alarms and communication facilities for the notification of fire outbreaks shall be roasting/barbecue or incineration of waste.
provided in the establishment. Likewise, safe and ready access of fire equipment and
5. Carrying and use of fireworks and explosives shall be prohibited in the establishment
vehicles and escape routes for evacuation of persons inside the establishment shall be and the surrounding grassy and wooded sites.
provided.
3. The establishment shall be kept free of fire hazards at all times. 6. Confine open fire within a designated area and never build it near trees, logs, stumps or
4. There shall be a regular inspection of fire hazards in the establishment and in its near grassy or bushy sites. Open fire shall not be done during extreme dry weather
conditions, windy sites or windy periods.
surroundings at least once a month, especially during the dry season.
5. Local rules, regulations and ordinances regarding fire prevention and control shall be 7. Be sure to put out cigars and cigarettes before disposal and it shall be disposed in approved refuse
complied with. containers.
6. The operator shall restrict camping and picnic to prepared areas and designate
fireplaces, cooking areas, roasting/barbecue places and to safe areas recommended by 8. Roofs, gutters, and eaves of buildings shall be kept free of accumulations of leaves,
the concerned local or park official. tree branches and moss.

9. Safety matches shall only be allowed in preference to the "strike anywhere" type of
II. Site Requirements
match. Store matches in a safe place out of the reach of children.

1. If in case the establishment is located near wooded site or heavy vegetative area, there 10. Dispose ashes and burned wood by dumping it in a thoroughly wet dug pit free from vegetative
and flammable material and cleared at least three (3) meters away to which afterwards shall be
shall be a clearing of at least thirty (30) meters (98.4 feet) located on the boundaries of covered with soil without any of such exposed.
the establishment. Clearings shall be free from selected hazardous vegetative growth
and other flammable material.
2. Areas used for roasting/barbecue and campfires shall be cleared of vegetative growths,
mineral soil and other flammable materials or substance to not less than 1.5 meters (5
feet) in diameter beyond the expected fire.
3. When locating the establishment it is important to consider the water supply system
including the fire protection water demand which shall be supplied both mechanically
and naturally by gravity or contained in reservoir.

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 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Department of Health sincerely appreciates the dedication and enthusiasm of Dr. Mario C.
Villaverde, Director of the Environmental Health Service for his role in bringing these 18. National Consumers' Affair Council, Makati City
Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRRs) from concept to reality. 19. Quezon City Government Parks

It is also worth mentioning the enduring commitment of the Environmental Sanitation Division Recognition is hereby extended to the following DOH personnel who compassionately nurtured the
headed by Engr. Victor V. Sabandeja together with his technical staff in the Plans, Programs spirit of collaborative effort in the final review and approval of the manuscript:
and Policies Formulation Section namely: Engr. Antonino A. Hormillosa, Engr. John C. Foz,
Eng. Luis F. Cruz, Engr. Reynante C. Francisco, Engr. Pamela A. Mogol and Engr. l. Dr. Susan Pineda-Mercado
Joselito M. Riego de Dios for their invaluable contribution in the revision and refinement of this Undersecretary of Health
document. Office for Public Health Services
Deep sense of gratitude is also given to the agencies, associations and organizations who shared 2. Atty. Agustin C. Mangila V
their insights and experiences during the writeshops, meetings and series of public
Director 111
hearings conducted nationwide. Their struggles, arguments and even temporary setbacks have
Office for Legal Affairs
enforced feasible sanitation laws. The following agencies, associations and organizations
pursued their ongoing interests, invaluable comments and contribution to these efforts:
3. Ms. Myleen Meniado-BeItran
l. Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Quezon City Officer-in-Charge
Health Policy Development Staff
2. Department of Public Works and Highways, Manila
3. Department of Interior and Local Government, Quezon City The Department of Health enjoins all agencies especially the Local Government Executives in
4. Bureau of Product Standards, Depatment of Trade and Industry, Makati meeting the demands and challenges for a healthful living environment as we enter our journey for
City development towards Philippine 2000.
5. Philippine Tourism Authority, Manila and davao City
6. National Parks Development Committee, Manila, Quezon City and Los
Baños, Laguna
7. Protected Areas and Wildlife Bureau, Quezon City
8. Solid Waste Management Department, Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority
9. Metro Manila Development Authority, Makati City
10. Philippine Society of Sanitary Engineers, Inc. Manila
11. Office for Public Health Services, Department of Health, Manita
12. Office for Legal Affairs, Department of Health, Manila
13. Health Policy Development Staff, Department of Heatth, Manila
14. Department of Health Regional Offices
15. Provincial Health Offices of Davao del Norte, Laguna, Davao Oriental, Davao del Sur,
Cotabato
16. City/Municipal Health Offices ofMakati City, Quezon City, Caloocan City, Muntinlupa
City, Baguio City, Pasay City, Lapu-lapu City, Davao City, General Santos City,
Parañaque City, San Fernando City-La Union, Valenzuela, Carmona-Cavite
17. Engr. Simon M. Cuevo, City Health Department, Manila

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