THE Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has digitalized the submission of safety protocol requirements in the construction industry to streamline procedures and strengthen regulatory compliance.
Labor Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma on Tuesday said the department’s move to modernize the submission process for the Construction Safety and Health Program (CSHP) followed his issuance of Labor Advisory 03, Series of 2026, to ensure that essential safety protections are in place before any construction activity begins.
”We are committed to making compliance easier and more transparent for all stakeholders,” Laguesma said. “Digitalizing the CSHP submission not only expedites the process but also reinforces our commitment to safeguarding the welfare of construction workers nationwide.”
Under the advisory, contractors, subcontractors or owners directly managing residential or small commercial projects are now required to prepare and submit their CSHP through the DOLE Online Compliance Portal at https://reports.dole.gov.ph/. They must also promptly address any deficiencies identified in their submissions.
Applicants will receive notifications, including acknowledgment of receipt of their duly accomplished CSHP, via their registered email addresses.
According to the labor department, the submission, evaluation, processing and approval of the CSHP are free of charge. The department also strongly discouraged the involvement of third parties in preparing or submitting the program to prevent undue costs and ensure authenticity.
Upon receiving email confirmation of a complete CSHP submission, applicants are required to print a copy of the program, conduct the mandatory orientation as stipulated in Department Order 252, Series of 2025, and prominently post the CSHP in an accessible location for all workers.
”This digital shift is part of our broader effort to enhance service delivery and uphold the highest standards of worker safety,” Laguesma added. “We urge all project administrators to comply promptly and help us build safer workplaces.”
Laguesma said the issuance supersedes Labor Advisory 06, Series of 2023, reaffirming DOLE’s ongoing commitment to protecting workers’ rights and welfare, and to maximizing digital platforms to improve regulatory processes.