HB 5221

House·20th Congress·Filed Oct 7, 2025

An Act Criminalizing Violations of Occupational Safety and Health Standards, Amending for the Purpose Republic Act No. 11058, Otherwise Known as the Occupational Safety and Health (Osh) Standards Law

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The bill adds criminal and higher fines for employers who knowingly ignore workplace safety rules, makes them pay minimum compensation to injured workers, and can suspend or cancel their business permits if violations repeat.

Labor and EmploymentPublic Order and SafetyGovernment Administration

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Authors · 3 Representatives

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HB05221 · Sources: BatasWatch