A joint inspection and monitoring of health protocols was recently held in Perez, Quezon on 20 September 2021. The activity was spearheaded by the Business Permit and Licensing Office (BPLO) of LGU Perez.
Frequently-visited establishments like gasoline stations, eatery/restaurant, hardware, sari-sari store/ mini grocery, water refilling station and drugstores were inspected.
During the inspection, Negosyo Center Alabat Business Counselor Victoria T. Gonzales shared important reminders to the business owners/employees. These concerns include strategic display of food and non-food items in sari-sari stores; proper hygiene of workers/crew, cleanliness of water containers and delivery vehicles; physical condition and storage of LPG tanks. The required distancing for dining chairs/tables and necessary re-arrangement on the set up of drinking glass, spoon/fork and condiments were also inspected.
Abner B. Eboña, Jr. and Alexander V. Bagon from BPLO Perez verified validity and required display of permits applicable. Availability of facemask, alcohols, sanitizers and hand washing stations were also checked.
Meanwhile, Fire Officer 1 (FO1) Jethro G. Larita and Senior (FO1) Marser Francis E. Oliveros from the Bureau of Fire Protection both inspected the availability and validity of fire extinguishers. Likewise, they verified the installations and conditions of electrical wiring in each establishment visited. This is to ensure that fire hazards will be eliminated and fire-related incident will be avoided to save lives and properties.
Police Lieutenant (PLT) Isagani P. Gonzales and Police Executive Master Sergeant (PEMS) Eduardo R. Madrilejos from the Philippine National Police focused on the inspection/ required installation of CCTV camera. In the same way, they reminded business owners to be mindful on the availability of parking/ proper waiting area for customers to ensure public order and safety.
For the beach resorts, events and tourism accommodations, the joint inspection team emphasized on the compliance with the implemented minimum public health standard protocols. Likewise, initial orientation on the Safety Seal Certification Program guidelines took place for self-assessment of business owners/ caretakers. Once the business is fully-compliant and prepared, the joint inspection team will have a follow-up visit. ♦
Date of Release: 1 October 2021