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JANNETTE J. ABAT
TEACHER’S SIGNATURE

Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Cordillera Administrative Region
Schools Division of Baguio City
Alternative Learning System

LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET (LAS)

Module 6: RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF
WORKERS AND EMPLOYERS
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Learner’s Name: Bernardo Campos III Date Accomplished: ____/____/______

Level : Elementary Junior High School Date Submitted: ____/____/______
I. Content Standard Ability to Earn a Living (Employment)
II. Performance Standard Apply working knowledge, attitudes, and work-related skills as
an
employed person a earn a living and improve one’s economic
status.
III. Learning Competency/ies Discuss the rights and responsibilities of employees and
employers - LS4LC-AE-PSAAE/JHS-22. This includes:
 Philippine labor laws, e.g.,contractualization, minimum wage,
lawful and unlawful dismissal
 Demonstrate familiarity with the legal rights and
responsibilities of employees
IV. Time Frame 2 hrs 30 mins

PRE- ASSESSMENT
A. The following refers to the Human rights of Filipinos. Place (True) if the statement is correct and
place (False) if it is wrong.

__False___1. Everyone has the right to express his own self so it is your right to walk down the plaza
nude.
___True__2. Everyone has the right to choose his religion.
__False___3. If a person will not tell the truth while under investigation, the authorities should
torture him.
__False___4. You are not allowed to vote if you are not well educated.
___False__5. It is your neighbors right to read your mails before they give it to you.
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__False___6. Women are not allowed by law to own properties.
_False____7. An employer has the right to prohibit his workers to join trade unions.
__True___8. If a violation of a civil right is committed, it is right to ask help from the Commission
on Human Rights
__True___9. The Department of Social Work and Development is the government body that
upholds the children’s right.
__True___10. When an authority commits violations of civil and political rights he should be
acquitted.

B. Read the activities listed on the left side and decide which ones are your
‘responsibilities’ and which ones are your ‘rights’. Mark an X in the corresponding column.

Activity Right Responsibility

1. Receive fair pay at the correct time X
2. Do all work in a safe manner and be mindful of other X
people’s safety at all times
3. Arrive on time and stay until the work day has ended X
4. Have time for regular breaks X
5. Work in a safe workplace X
6. Use all equipment safely
7. Handle with care the equipment and materials at the X
workplace
8. Return materials and/or equipment after use X
9. Wear protective clothing, gear or paraphernalia X
10.Be trained in how to use equipment X
11.Ask for help and learn from others X
12.Be given clear information about the job and X
expectations
13.Have the right equipment and materials to do the X
work
properly
14.Have a positive attitude about work X
15.Ask questions in a way that respects co-workers X
16.Do a good job and finish on time Follow instructions X
given by the employer

Rights and Responsibilities of Workers and Employers

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ACTIVITY 1. Label the picture below. Choose your answer on the word bank.

WORD BANK
Right to education Right to protection Right to healthcare
Right to food Right to own house Right to work
Right to vote Right to religion

1. ___Right to Religion____ 2. ___Right to protection 3. __Right to own house_____

4. Right to vote 5. right to

food 6. Right
to Work

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 7. Right to Healthcare 8. Right to education

Provisions under the Labor Code of the Philippines

Art. 83. Normal hours of work. The normal hours of work of any employee shall not exceed
eight (8) hours a day.
Art. 139. Minimum employable age.
a. No child below fifteen (15) years of age shall be employed, except when he works directly under the
sole responsibility of his parents or guardian, and his employment does not in any way interfere with
his schooling.
Art. 92. When employer may require work on a rest day. The employer may require his employees to work
on any day:
a. In case of actual or impending emergencies caused by serious accident, fire, flood, typhoon,
earthquake, epidemic or other disaster or calamity to prevent loss of life and property, or imminent
danger to public safety;
b. In cases of urgent work to be performed on the machinery, equipment, or installation, to avoid
serious loss which the employer would otherwise suffer;
c. In the event of abnormal pressure of work due to special circumstances, where the employer cannot
ordinarily be expected to resort to other measures;
d. To prevent loss or damage to perishable goods;
e. Where the nature of the work requires continuous operations and the stoppage of work may result in
irreparable injury or loss to the employer; and
f. Under other circumstances analogous or similar to the foregoing as determined by the
Secretary of Labor and Employment.
Art. 211. Declaration of Policy. It is the policy of the State: To ensure the participation of
workers in decision and policy‐making processes affecting their rights, duties and welfare.
Art. 95. Right to service incentive leave.
a. Every employee who has rendered at least one year of service shall be entitled to a yearly service
incentive leave of five days with pay.
b. This provision shall not apply to those who are already enjoying the benefit herein provided, those
enjoying vacation leave with pay of at least five days and those employed in establishments regularly
employing less than ten employees or in establishments exempted from granting this benefit by the
Secretary of Labor and Employment after considering the viability or financial condition of such
establishment.
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 Responsibilities of the Employer and the Worker
Responsibilities of the Employer Responsibilities of the Worker
● To make a work agreement with the ● To personally perform the work in the time,
employee, agreeing on conditions, time and place and conditions as agreed upon;
place; ● To follow the instructions of the worker’s
● To follow up with the employee on the boss;
agreed terms; ● To avoid any issues or problems at the
● To supervise and provide suitable conditions workplace that will endanger the worker or
of work so workers have security, health and his/her colleagues;
dignity; ● To follow the rules at work.
● To honor terms of payment;
● To safeguard standards, staff and
environment;
● To register and pay into social security for
the employee;
● To take care of the well‐being of staff and
qualified dependents (e.g. wife/husband,
children);
● To agree on a performance contract

Universal Declaration of Human Rights

Laws regulating labor in the Philippines can be found in the Labor Code of the Philippines and the
Handbook on Statutory Monetary Benefits by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), Bureau
of Working Conditions. The documents can be downloaded from:
∙ Labor Code: www.dole.gov.ph/labor_codes
Right to freedom from sexual harassment
Republic Act No. 7877 – Anti Sexual Harassment Act. The law provides protection to individuals from all
forms of sexual harassment in an employment, education or training environment. Sexual harassment is
committed by any person in a work-related environment who has authority or influence over the affected
individual, and who demands any sexual favor from that individual, regardless of whether or not the demand
is accepted.
Sexual harassment is committed when:
a. The sexual favor is made as a condition in the hiring or employment, or in granting said
individual favorable terms and conditions of employment; or the refusal to grant the sexual
favor results in unfavorable conditions for the affected employee;
b. The above acts would impair the employee’s rights or privileges under existing labor laws; or

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 c. The above acts would result in an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment for the
employee.

Right to a safe and healthy workplace

Art. 162. Safety and health standards. The Secretary of Labor and Employment shall, by appropriate orders,
set and enforce mandatory occupational safety and health standards to eliminate or reduce occupational
safety and health hazards in all workplaces and institute new, and update existing, programs to ensure safe
and healthful working conditions in all places of employment.
DOLE’s Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHS), Amended 1989. Each employer covered
by the Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHS) must:
i. furnish its workers a place of employment free from hazardous conditions that are causing or are
likely to cause death, illness or physical harm to the workers;
ii. give complete job safety instructions to all the workers (especially those entering the job for the first
time) including instructions relating to the familiarization with their work environment, hazards to
which the workers are exposed to and steps taken in case of emergency;
iii. comply with the requirements of the OSHS; and
iv. use only approved devices and equipment in the workplace.
Hours of Work
Art. 83. Normal hours of work. The normal hours of work of any employee shall not exceed eight (8) hours
a day. Rest periods of short duration during working hours shall be counted as hours worked.
Art. 87. Overtime work. Work may be performed beyond eight (8) hours a day provided that the employee
is paid for the overtime work, an additional compensation equivalent to his regular wage plus at least
twenty‐five percent (25%) thereof. Work performed beyond eight hours on a holiday or rest day shall be
paid an additional compensation equivalent to the rate of the first eight hours on a holiday or rest day plus at
least thirty percent (30%) thereof.
Activity 2
Direction: Read and analyze the situations then answer the questions below.
A. Manny recently started working for a construction company. His supervisor told him that because he was
so smart and fit for the job, he did not need training in the use of the equipment. He would learn by doing
instead. One day he was trying to use a table saw that he had never used before. He cut himself badly on one
of his hands, and it began to bleed profusely, but he did not know where the first aid kit was located.
a. What is the issue
-Lack of Training
b. What does the Philippine law says about health and safety at work?
-Employers should provide full instructions to workers.
c. What steps should be taken next?
- First aid, go to the hospital.
d. How can such a situation be prevented in the future?

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-The supervisor to give clear safety instructions

B. Betsay, a young, single mother, had been working long hours at the restaurant. She hadn’t had a day off
in over a month and often worked 55 hours per week. One day her child became very sick with dengue so
she called the restaurant to let them know she could not come to work. Her boss was annoyed, murmuring
that she will look for someone more reliable than Betsay. Betsay became worried she was going to lose her
job.
a. What is the issue?
-Work for more than 40 hours
b. What does the Philippine law says about number of work hours and time off?
-Right to overtime
c. How should Betsay handle this situation?.
-See of a coworker can cover her shift
d. What are the possible consequences of her decision?
- A coworker agrees to take her shift and the supervisor approves that
C. Melanie has been hired to work as an office assistant for a new business in Zamboanga. After being on
the job for about a month, one day her supervisor told her that if she would spend the night with him, he
would make sure she will be promoted. She said she was not interested but he cornered her, twisted her arm
behind her, and threatened to fire her if she didn’t comply with his demands. Melanie was able to run away
and tells her friends about the incident. They give her two suggestions.
1. What is the issue?
-Sexual harassment
2. What do you think the Philippine law says about this type of harassment?
-Sexual harassment is against the law and should not be tolerated
3. If you were Melanie’s friends, what advice will you give to Melanie?
- Leave the job

4. Are you aware of any groups or organizations that provide services to women who have been harassed?
-Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) – present in all provinces

POST-TEST
A. Multiple Choices: Read and analyze the question then choose your best answer. Write the letter of your
answer on the blank before the number.

B. 1. ‘Rights’ and ‘responsibilities’ are the same for employers and employees.
a. True
b. False

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A. 2. In the Philippines, an employer is required to provide the following except:
a. Provide regular breaks for employees
b. Maintain a safe workplace
c. Pay employees the agreed-upon wage, on time
d. Pay for employee’s transportation to work
e. All of the above

E. 3. In the Philippines, an employee has the responsibility to:

a. Respect and follow directions given by the employer
b. Avoid hazards at the workplace
c. Keep equipment in good working order
d. Show up on time
e. All of the above
D. 4. The Filipino work week consists of:
a. 25 hours
b. 35 hours
c. 50 hours
d. 40 hours
e. none of the above

D. 5. As a worker, you should have:

a. One day off per week
b. Right to overtime after 8 hours a day of work
c. Access to safety equipment if required to do job safely
d. All of the above
e. None of the above

D. 6. Universal human rights include the following:

a. The right to education
b. The right to shelter
c. The right to practice the religion of your choice
d. All of the above
e. None of the above

B. 7. Women should not report sexual harassment by their supervisors because

they will lose their job.
a. True
b. False

B. 8. Filipino labor law protects adults, not youth.

a. True
b. False

9-10. Complete the sentence below:

Every (9)__________________ implies a (10)____________________________________.

B. Read the statements below that have to do with rights in the workplace. For each statement, write TRUE
or FALSE based on your understanding of labor laws in the Philippines. If you think it is FALSE, change
the statement to make it TRUE.
Statement TRUE or FALSE
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 1. The Philippine work week consists of 45 hours. TRUE
2. Young people under the age of 15 may work if they have AGE OF 15
their parent’s permission.
3. Employers may require its employees to work even during DURING REST DAYS
rest days.
4. Workers should not get involved in policy decisions about TRUE
his/her rights because the government is the one making
those decisions.
5. Workers are entitled to paid leave at the employer’s TRUE
expense.

Key answer

Pre-Assessment

A.nos. 1,3,4,5,6,7-false

Nos. 2,8,9,10- true

B. possible answers

Activity Right Responsibility

Receive fair pay at the correct time x
Do all work in a safe manner and be mindful of other x
people’s safety at all times
Arrive on time and stay until the work day has ended x
Have time for regular breaks x
Work in a safe workplace x
Use all equipment safely x
Handle with care the equipment and materials at the x
workplace
Return materials and/or equipment after use x
Wear protective clothing, gear or paraphernalia x
Be trained in how to use equipment x
Ask for help and learn from others x
Be given clear information about the job and x
expectations
Have the right equipment and materials to do the work x
properly

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 Have a positive attitude about work x
Ask questions in a way that respects co-workers x
Do a good job and finish on time Follow instructions x
given by the employer

Activity 1

1. right to religion 5. Right to food

2. right to work 6. Right to education

3. right to own house 7. Right to health care

4. right to vote 8. Right to protection

Activity 2

A.1. What is the issue?

• Lack of training

• Did not ask for help or instructions

• Carelessness

2. What do you think Philippine law says about health and safety at work?

• The Secretary of Labor and Employment should establish mandatory safety and health standards to eliminate or
reduce hazards in the workplace

• Employers should provide full instructions to workers on how to stay healthy and safe in the workplace

• Employers should use only approved devices and equipment in the workplace

3. What steps should be taken next?

• First aid, go to the hospital.

4. How can such a situation be prevented in the future?

• The supervisor to give clear safety instructions

• Manny makes it a point to ask and learn about safety

B. 1. What is the issue?

• Deprived of right to take leave of absence

• No sick leave at her restaurant for her position

• Work for more than 40 hours

2. What do you think the Philippine law says about number of work hours and time off?

• 40 hours per week

• Right to overtime

3. How should Betsay handle this situation?

• Make an arrangement with her supervisor

• See of someone else in the family can watch the baby

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• See of a coworker can cover her shift

• Consult with DOLE

• Report to authority

4. What are the possible consequences of her decision?

• She had a productive conversation with her supervisor and they find a solution

• Her sister/cousin/mother can help take care of the baby

• A coworker agrees to take her shift and the supervisor approves that

• DOLE provides her with information that she can use to handle this situation

• DOLE or other authorities contact the restaurant and take action

• Her supervisor may get upset if she reports to authorities

• DOLE intervenes and makes sure that her rights are honored

C.1. What is the issue?

• Sexual harassment

• Abuse of authority

• Disrespect

2. What do you think the Philippine law says about this type of harassment?

• Sexual harassment is against the law and should not be tolerated

• The law protects people from harassment at work and in education and training environments

• Sexual harassment is committed by any person in the workplace, demanding sexual favors

3. What advice should her friends give to Melanie? Give her at least two options.

• Report the case to the people in authority

• Leave the job

• Tell her parents

4. Are there groups or organizations that provide services to women who have been harassed?

• Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) – present in all provinces

• City/Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO) – LGU‐ based office under the Office of the Mayor

• Philippine National Police (PNP) Women’s Desk – present in all LGUs

• Visayan Forum – an NGO assisting women victims of human trafficking

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