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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Foreword: Page

Secretary of Justice.................................................................................................................... 8

Message:

Director General, Bureau of Corrections................................................................................. 9

Deputy Director General for Administration........................................................................... 10
Deputy Director General for Operations................................................................................. 11
Deputy Director General for Reformation............................................................................... 12

Book I Administration
Chapter 1: Overview of the Bureau of Corrections

Section 1. Mandate...................................................................................................................13
Section 2. Vision....................................................................................................................... 13
Section 3. Mission.....................................................................................................................13
Section 4. Functions................................................................................................................. 13
Section 5. Core Values.............................................................................................................14
Section 6. Objectives................................................................................................................14

Chapter 2: Organizations of the BuCor

Section 1. Key Positions........................................................................................................... 14

Section 2. Rank Ciassification.................................................................................................15
Section 3. Organizationai Structure of the BuCor .............................................................. 16

Chapter 3: BuCor Uniforms

Section 1. Standard Uniforms.................................................................................................. 17

Chapter 4: Functions of the Command Group, Directorates and OPPF

Section 1. Functions of the Command Group........................................................................18

Section 2. Functions of the Directorates.................................................................................19
Section 3. Functions of Support Offices................................................................................ 21
Section 4. Functions of the OPPF........................................................................................... 22

Chapter 5: Qualification Standards in the Appointment of BuCor Personnel

Section 1. Appointment of Personnel to BuCor.................................................................... 22

Section 2. Minimum Qualifications for Uniformed Personnel ........................................... 22
Section 3. Minimum Qualifications for Non-Uniformed Personnel...................................... 23
Section 4. Qualification Standards........................................................................................... 23
Section 5. Designation and Work Assignments......................................................................26

Chapters: Personnel Mechanism and Other Actions

Section 1. Professionalization and Qualifications Upgrading.............................................. 29

Section 2. Philippine Corrections Academy........................................................................... 29
Section 3. Corrections National Training Institute (CNTl)......................................................29
Section 4. Lateral Entry of Officer into BuCor....................................................................... 29
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Section 5. Promotion System for BuCor Personnel............................................................. 30

Section 6. BuCor Merit Selection Plan (MSP).................................................................... 30
Section 7. Performance Evaluation System....................................................................... 34
Section 8. Programs on Awards and Incentives for Senrice Exceilence..........................34
Section 9. Amendment........................................................................................................... 46

Chapter 7: Grievance Machinery

Section 1. Objectives............................................................................................................... 46
Section 2. Basic Poiicies........................................................................................................ 46
Section 3. Scope..................................................................................................................... 47
Section 4. Appiication of Grievance Machinery...................................................................47
Section 5. Exclusion................................................................................................................47
Section 6. Grievance Procedures..........................................................................................47
Section 7. Composition of Grievance Committee................................................................ 48
Section 8. Functions and Responsibilities of Grievance Committee................................ 49
Section 9. Amendment............................................................................................................50

Chapters: BuCor Administrative Cases

Section 1. Administering Office..............................................................................................50

Section 2. OPPF IAS...............................................................................................................50
Section 3. Procedurai Guidelines.......................................................................................... 50
Section 4. Election of Formal Investigation........................................................................... 51
Section 5. Decision..................................................................................................................51

Book II Security and Operations

Chapter 1: Admission and Confinement of PDL

Section 1. Reception and Diagnostic Center (RDC).......................................................... 52

Section 2. Facility.....................................................................................................................52
Section 3. Admission Process............................................................................................... 52
Section 4. Femaie PDL........................................................................................................... 52
Section 5. Confinement of Convicted Children in Agriculturai Camps and Other Training
Facilities.................................................................................................................................... 52
Section 6. Body Search of PDL and Personal Belongings.............................................. 53
Section 7. Receiving................................................................................................................53
Section 8. Quarantine............................................................................................................. 55
Section 9. Assignment of PDL................................................................................................ 55
Section 10. Mandatory Orientation....................................................................................... 55

Chapter 2: PDL Diagnostics

Section 1. Diagnostics............................................................................................................ 55
Section 2. Case Coordination................................................................................................ 56
Section 3. Program Monitoring and Assessment................................................................ 56

Chapter 3: Classification of PDL

Section 1. Classification Board.............................................................................................. 56

Section 2. Security Classification of PDL............................................................................. 57
Section 3. Color of Uniform.................................................................................................... 58

Chapter 4; Confinement and Accommodation of PDL

Section 1. Operating Prisons and Penal Farms................................................................... 59

Section 2. Separate Places of Confinement........................................................................ 59
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Section 3. Corrections Facility Accommodation Standards................................................... 59

Chapter 5: Transfer of PDL

Section 1. Transfer of PDL to Another OPPF........................................................................... 60

Section 2. Transfer of PDL within the OPPF............................................................................ 60
Section 3. Transfer Requirements..............................................................................................60
Section 4. Other Transfers.......................................................................................................... 61
Section 5. Mental and Physical Examination of PDL to be Transferred.............................. 62

Chapter 6: Movement of PDL

Section 1. Movement of PDL Outside Security Camps........................................................... 62

Section 2. Primary Duties of Escort Personnel....................................................................... 63
Section 3. Distance of Corrections Officer from PDL................................................................ 63
Section 4. Basic Escort Procedures......................................................................................... 63
Section 5. Escort Procedures for Court Appearance............................................................... 64
Section 6. Appearance in Metro Manila Courts........................................................................ 64
Section 7. Turnover of PDL to Local Jail................................................................................... 64
Section 8. Acknowledgement of Turnover of PDL....................................................................64
Section 9. Procedure if Escort Personnel Becomes Sick........................................................64
Section 10. Fake or Spurious Subpoena..................................................................................64
Section 11. Certificate of Appearance.......................................................................................64
Section 12. Procedure During Outside Movement of PDL..................................................... 64
Section 13. Outside Work Institution Detail of Medium and Minimum Security PDL.......... 67

Chapter 7: Rights and Privileges of PDL

Section 1. Rights of a PDL..........................................................................................................67

Section 2. Privileges of a PDL....................................................................................................67

Chapter 8: Institutional Work Assignment

Section 1. Institutional Work Assignment.................................................................................. 68

Section 2. Female, PWD, and Elderly PDL............................................................................... 68
Section 3. Place of Institutional Work Assignment................................................................... 68
Section 4. Work Programs...........................................................................................................68
Section 5. PDL Compensation.................................................................................................... 68

Chapter 9: PDL Savings Program

Section 1. Savings Program........................................................................................................ 69

Section 2. PDL General Trust Fund........................................................................................... 69
Section 3. Indemnification............................................................................................................69
Section 4. Withdrawal from Trust Fund Account...................................................................... 69
Section 5. Payment of Savings Program Deposit Amount to Released PDL.......................70

Chapter 10: Volunteer Community Service Projects

Section 1. Volunteer Community Service Projects................................................................... 70

Section 2. Nature of Volunteer Community Service Projects................................................ 70
Section 3. Request to Participate in Community Activity........................................................ 70
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Chapter 11: Pecuniary Aid to PDL

Section 1. Pecuniary Aid to PDL Kiiled or injured in the Performance of Duty...............70

Section 2. When Pecuniary Aid is Given............................................................................. 70
Section 3. Amount of Pecuniary Aid.....................................................................................70

Chapter 12: Management, Screening and Evaiuation Committee

Section 1. Creation of MSEC................................................................................................ 71

Section 2. MSEC Office, Creation ..................................................................................... 71
Section 3. Composition of MSEC......................................................................................... 71
Section 3. MSEC Observers................................................................................................. 71
Section 4. Access to PDL’s information.............................................................................. 71

Chapter 13: Time Allowances for Good Conduct, Loyalty and Study/Teaching/Mentoring

Section 1. Who May Grant GCTA.........................................................................................71

Section 2. Effects of GCTA................................................................................................... 71
Section 3. Computation of GCTA......................................................................................... 72
Section 4. Restoration of Acquiring GCTA......................................................................... 72
Section 4. Special Time Allowance for Loyalty...................................................................72

Chapter 14: PDL Communication

Section 1. Right to Communicate.........................................................................................72

Section 2. Censorship of Mail Matter..................................................................................... 72
Section 3. Guidelines on Censorship of Mail Matter........................................................ 72
Section 4. What May Be Censored....................................................................................... 73
Section 5. Collection and Delivery Mail................................................................................ 73
Section 6. Expenses for Special Delivery of Mail.............................................................. 73
Section 7. Foreign PDL........................................................................................................ 73
Section 8. Stateless PDL..................................................................................................... 73
Section 9. Online Services Communication...................................................................... 73

Chapter 15: PDL Manuscript

Section 1. Manuscript Preparation...................................................................................... 73

Section 2. Mailing of PDL Manuscript.................................................................................. 74
Section 3. Limitation of PDL’s Accumulation of Manuscript Materials.......................... 74

Chapter 16: PDL Interview

Section 1. Request for PDL Interview................................................................................... 74

Section 2. Notification and Consent of PDL to be Interviewed.......................................... 74
Section 3. Prerequisite to Approval of Request................................................................ 74
Section 4. Action on Request for Interview....................................................................... 74
Section 5. Denial of Request for Interview...........................................................................74
Section 6. Interviews. Where and When Held.................................................................. 74
Section 7. Limitations........................................................................................................... 75
Section 8. Filming of Interview...............................................................................................75
Section 9. Waiver of Liability.................................................................................................. 75
Section 10. Non-Payment of PDL who is Interviewed...................................................... 75

Chapter 17: Exercise of Religious Beliefs and Practices

Section 1. Religious Freedom................................................................................................75

Section 2. Proselytizing.......................................................................................................... 75
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Section 3. Pastoral Visits............................................................................................................. 75

Section 4. Worship Services........................................................................................................75
Section 5. Sponsor in a Religious Rite ......................................................................................75
Section 6. Privileged Communication.........................................................................................75
Section 7. Dietary Requirements................................................................................................ 75

Chapter 18: Visitation

Section 1. Visitation Rights........................................................................................................ 75

Section 2. Visitors List................................................................................................................ 76
Section 3. Visiting Days and Hours............................................................................................ 76
Section 4. Limitation on Visiting Rights......................................................................................76
Section 5. Visiting Area................................................................................................................ 76
Section 6. Hospital Visits............................................................................................................. 76
Section 7. Conjugal Visits............................................................................................................ 76
Section 8. Visit of Legal Counsel................................................................................................ 76
Section 9. Visitor Control............................................................................................................. 76
Section 10. Violation of Visiting Rules.......................................................................................77
Section 11. Filing of Criminal/Administrative Charges........................................................... 77

Chapter 19; PDL Grievance Machinery

Section 1. Complaint Center..................................................................................................... 78

Section 2. Action on Complaints.................................................................................................78

Chapter 20: Visitation

Section 1. Disciplinary Controls.................................................................................................. 78

Section 2. Due Process Accorded to PDL.................................................................................78
Section 3. Board of Discipline: Function and Composition..................................................... 78
Section 4. Violation of Prison/Jail Rules and Regulations........................................................79
Section 5. Procedure in Disciplinary Cases........................................................................... 81
Section 6. Protection of PDL from Institutional Abuse.............................................................82
Section 7. Disciplinary Sanctions............................................................................................. 83
Section 8. Mitigation of Sanctions.............................................................................................. 83
Section 9. Discharge from Disciplinary Cell.............................................................................. 83
Section 10. Counseling Office................................................................................................. 83
Section 11. Use of Instruments of Restraint.......................................................................... 83
Section 12. Limitation on Punishment to be Imposed on Female PDL............................. 84
Section 13. Disciplinary Punishment to Form Part of Record of a PDL............................. 84

Chapter 21: PDL Release

Section 1. Basis for Release of a PDL.......................................................................................84

Section 2. Who May Authorize the Release..............................................................................84
Section 3. Approval of Release by the Director........................................................................ 84
Section 4. Verification of Identity of PDL to be Released........................................................84
Section 5. Documentary Basis for Reiease...............................................................................84
Section 6. Prompt Release of PDL.............................................................................................85
Section 7. Release of Foreign National PDL.............................................................................85
Section 8. Release of PDL with Pending Case.........................................................................85
Section 9. Illegal Release of PDL Before and After Election.................................................. 85
Section 10. Separation and Placement Center.........................................................................85
Section 11. Assistance to PDL to be Released........................................................................ 85
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Chapter 22: Custodial Security

Section 1. Security Conditions of Security Camp.............................................................. 85

Section 2. Location of the Armory.......................................................................................... 86
Section 3. Kitchen and Mess Hall....................................................................................... 86
Section 4. Bringing Out of PDL Food and Provisions...................................................... 86
Section 5. Control of Prison Keys.........................................................................................86

Chapter 23: Guidelines to be Followed in Crafting Contingency Plans (Natural and/or

Man-Made Disaster)

Section 1. Contingency Plan..................................................................................................87

Section 2. Raising of Alert Status..........................................................................................88
Section 3. Incident Command Post (ICP)..............................................................................89
Section 4. Sounding of Alarm............................................................................................... 89
Section 5. Concept of Operation.......................................................................................... 89
Section 6. Lifting/Lowering of Alert Status.......................................................................... 90

Chapter 24: Duties of the Members of the Uniformed Personnel

Section 1. Correctional Objectives........................................................................................ 91

Section 2. Obligations of Uniformed Personnel...................................................................91

Chapter 25: Organizational Structure of OPPF

Section 1. Superintendent..................................................................................................... 92
Section 2. Deputy Superintendent for Operations............................................................. 95
Section 3. Security Camps.................................................................................................... 97

Book III Reformation

Chapter 1: Reformation Programs

Section 1. Moral and Spiritual Program................................................................................102

Section 2. Education and Training Program....................................................................... 102
Section 3. Work and Livelihood Program............................................................................. 102
Section 4. Sports and Recreation Program..........................................................................102
Section 5. Health and Welfare Program............................................................................... 102
Section 6. Behavior and Modification Program....................................................................102

Chapter 2: Classification of Reformation Programs

Section 1. Mandatory Program.............................................................................................. 102

Section 2. Intensive Program................................................................................................. I02
Section 3. Specialized Program.............................................................................................102

Chapter 3: Reformation Treatment Program

Section 1. Program of Instruction......................................................................................... 103

Section 2. Phases of Reformation........................................................................................103
Section 3. Study Program Leading to TASTM....................................................................105
Section 4. Review and Tracking of PDL Reformation Programs..................................... 106
Section 5. Reassessment and Evaluation...........................................................................107

Chapter 4: Reintegration Programs

Section 1. Diagnostics and Classification............................................................................. IO7

Section 2. Pre— Release Reintegration Program................................................................ 107
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Section 3. Post - Release Reintegration Program ................................................................. 108

Chapter 5: Rehabilitation and Treatment of PDL

Section 1. Conduct of Rehabilitation and Treatment Programs............................................. 109

Section 2. Rehabilitation and Treatment Programs..................................................................109
Section 3. Guidelines for Rehabilitation and Treatment Programs...................................... 109

Chapter 6: PDL Services

Section 1. PDL Services...............................................................................................................110

Section 2. Health Services........................................................................................................... 110
Section 3. Medical Consultation and Visiting Hours.................................................................110
Section 4. Pregnant CIW PDL......................................................................... Ill
Section 5. Infant Bom to a CIW PDL.......................................................................................... Ill
Section 6. Recommendation for Release of Seriously-ill PDL................................................Ill
Section 7. Notification of Kin of Sick or Dead PDL................................................................... Ill
Section 8. Meals in Hospital/Clinic..............................................................................................Ill
Section 9. Referral of PDL for Outside Medical Consultation/Treatment.............................. Ill
Section 10. Medical Certification............................................................................................... Ill
Section 11. Referral to Government Hospital............................................................................Ill
Section 12. Outside Referral for Dental Work........................................................................... 112
Section 13. Donations of Human Organ; Form of Donation....................................................112
Section 14. Disposal of Cadaver of Deceased PDL.................................................................112
Section 15. Burial of Convict..................................................................................................... 112
Section 16. Adult Education...................................................................................................... 112
Section 17. Educational Programs for PDL........................................................................... 112
Section 18. Certificate of Completbn....................................................................................... 113
Section 19. Recreational and Cultural Activities.......................................................................113

Chapter 7: BuCor Center for Preventing/Countering Violent Extremism

Section 1. BuCor Center for Preventing/Countering Violent Extremism................................113

Section 2. Composition and Leadership.................................................................................... 113
Section 3. Focused Programs..................................................................................................... 113
Section 4. Duties and Responsibilities....................................................................................... 113

Book IV Final Provisions

Section 1. Repealing Clause....................................................................................................... 115

Section 2. Separability Clause.....................................................................................................115
Section 3. Effectivity......................................................................................................................115

Glossary........................................................................................................................................ 115
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FOREWORD

In the Philippines, the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) embodies a

critical facet of our national security and public welfare strategy.
Under the guidance of President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos
Jr., our administration underscores the importance of
strengthening our corrections facilities. This commitment is
pivotal for achieving sustainable peace and preventing any
regression into conflict.

The challenges faced by our corrections system are

numerous, especially within the delicate balance of our
societal framework. The capacity of our corrections authorities
to effectively manage these challenges is directly related to our
broader objectives of maintaining peace and ensuring public
safety. Recognizing this, our efforts to provide BuCor personnel
with the necessary resources and training have been intensified,
reflecting our dedication to public service and governance.

The modernization and restructuring of the Bureau, prompted by the enactment of Republic Act
(RA) No. 10575 or the BuCor Act of 2013, signified a milestone in our journey toward reforming the
correctional system. This act was a crucial step forward in enhancing transparency, accountability,
and efficiency within the Bureau, marking the beginning of a transformative era.

The revision of the BuCor Manual aligns with these legislative changes, offering a comprehensive
guide that encompasses the bureau's operational protocols and regulations. This manual is not
merely a document; it is a manifestation of our commitment to the principles of justice and
rehabilitation. It serves as an Invaluable tool for our personnel, guiding them in their daily
responsibilities and ensuring that their actions reflect our shared values of dignity and respect for
human rights.

As we present this updated manual, we are reminded of our collective responsibility to those in our
custody and to the society we serve. It is our hope that this manual will empower our personnel to
excel in their roles and contribute significantly to the positive transformation of the Bureau. Through
this endeavor, we reaffirm our commitment to building a correctional system that is just, humane,
and capable of fostering genuine rehabilitation.

In this era of new beginnings under President Marcos, let us move forward with a renewed spirit of
unity and determination. May this manual serve not only as a guide to best practices but also as a
symbol of our dedication to creating a safer, more equitable society for all Filipinos.

HON. JESUS ISPIN C REMULLA

Secretary of partment of Justice
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MESSAGE

The Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) has been on a journey of self-

improvement since the implementation of Republic Act (RA) No.
10575, also known as the BuCor Act of 2013, in 2018. Despite
its implementation, the Bureau is still grappling with numerous
challenges that hinder its ability to effectively carry out its
mandate. Overcrowding in corrections facilities as well as
issues of corruption and internal inefficiencies plagued the
institution, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the
country's correctional system.

In response to these challenges, the introduction of an

updated BuCor Manual — outlining the rules, regulations, and
protocols that govern the operations within the Bureau — has
set the groundwork for a more efficient and responsive
corrections system.

This manual came to fruition through the dedicated and selfless service of a Technical Working
Groups with expertise in various aspects of the corrections system. This group played a vital role in
meticulously crafting the BuCor Manual that seeks to guide every BuCor personnel in the day-to-
day operations of the bureau.

The crafting of the BuCor Manual aligns with the revolutionary reforms necessary to develop a
world-class corrections system that our nation can take pride in and toward a relevant, sustainable,
and respected BuCor in the 21st century. Through this manual, we are collectively advancing the
professionalization of the correction system. Therefore, all personnel are mandated to follow the
guidelines and procedures contained in this manual.

It is essential for all personnel to not only familiarize themselves with the content of the manual but
also to implement these guidelines in their tour of duty. By doing so, they can contribute to the
standardization of systems, processes, and procedures with utmost consistency across the bureau.
Through this collective effort, BuCor can continue to evolve and improve, ensuring the well-being
and security of both personnel and Persons Deprived of Liber

GENERAL GREGORIO PIO P CATAPANG JR.,AFP (Ret.),

CESE, CCLH
Director General, Bureau of Corrections
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MESSAGE

The Bureau of Corrections has been updating the BuCor Manual

since the passage of the Republic Act (RA) No. 10575, otherwise
known as the BuCor Act of 2013, signed into law by then
President Benigno Aquino in 2013 which aims to modernize,
professionalize, and restructure the bureau. This manual
serves as a valuable resource for all personnel working within
this bureau aiming to provide essential guidelines,
procedures, and best practices that will be useful in the daily
performance of duty.

Appreciation of this manual to its core is a must to ensure a

better understanding of the crucial role it plays, being a part of
the criminal justice system, ensuring the twin mandates of the
BuCor, the safekeeping and effective rehabilitation of the
national prisoners. It is imperative that all personnel possess the
necessary knowledge and skills to carry out their duties effectively.

This manual is our commitment to continuously improve our crafts as we aim for excellence. It is a
by-product of precious collaboration of efforts among key officers and personnel done through
numerous consultations and extensive research to ensure the current standards in the corrections
service.

It is with hope that this BuCor Manual will be embedded In everyone's hearts and minds to
successfully carry on the BuCor’s Mission and Mandates.

Thank you for your dedication and commitment to the Bureau of Corrections as we all together
strive for the betterment of this bureau.

LIPERRERAS
Deputy General for Administration
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MESSAGE

Developments in the field of corrections service became inevitable

since the passage of the Republic Act (F?A) No. 10575, otherwise
known as the BuCor Act of 2013 when it was signed into law by
then President Benigno Aquino in 2013. This law aims to
modernize, professionalize, and restructure the bureau.

The Bureau of Corrections necessitates the updating of the

BuCor Manual in order to supervene it to the aforementioned
RA 10575. The invaluable inputs and collaboration from the
personnel in the workplace who are considered experts in the
field of operations have been instrumental in shaping this
comprehensive resource. The unwavering commitment to
carry on the mission for the effective safekeeping and
rehabilitation of the national prisoners is truly remarkable.

I strongly encourage all the men and women of the Bureau of

Corrections to be familiarized with the contents of this manual and
effectively apply its principles in their daily work as I am confident that this manual will serve as an
effective tool in our pursuit of excellence.

It is my desire that every page of this manual will be imbibed to the hearts and minds of every
personnel including the stakeholders with optimism of excellent service of the bureau.

Thank you for your unwavering commitment and dedication to the Bureau of Corrections.

A^EC^JIL T TORRALBA
Deputy Director General for Security and Operations
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MESSAGE

Corrections is one of the firm foundations among the pillars of our

justice system. The Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) Manual
provides a clear definition that complements the status of
Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) and represents the
dedicated endeavor of the contributors to accomplish
beneficial services for both PDLs and the Bureau.

Several revisions to the old BuCor Manual have been made

since the ratification of the Republic Act 10575, otherwise
known as the “BuCor Modernization Act of 2013". As time
evolves, the enhancement of the manual is needed to
complement the gradual changes in improving the status of
PDLs in all Operating Prisons and Penal Farms (OPPFs). The
sustainability of the proper and orderly status of the PDLS and
our agency is the primary course of action with collaborations from
all concerned stakeholders.

It shall always be the utmost factor to consider the importance of the manual, for it served as the
guiding principle and distinct controlling limits to abide by the rule of law in achieving excellence in
the field of corrections service.

c/cs BRAVO
OIC, Deputy Director I for Reformation
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WHEREAS, pursuant to Republic Act 10575 “The Bureau of Corrections Act of 2013'’, it is the policy
of the State to promote the general welfare and safeguard the basic rights of every Persons
Deprived of Liberty (PDL) incarcerated in our national penitentiary:

WHEREAS, coexisting with the Bureau of Corrections’ mandate of safekeeping is reformation that
shall be discharged by Professional Reformation Personnel through different Reformation
Programs;

WHEREAS, on a national scope, the Bureau of Corrections shall be able to completely deliver the
actual realization of deterrence, restraint, discipline, reformation, and restoration as major
interventions for the treatment of law offenders towards a safe, secure, harmonious, and
progressive Philippine society;

WHEREAS, the BuCor Manual is fonnulated to ensure the full regulation and implementation of the
safekeeping and reformation of every PDL;

Now, THEREFORE, I, Director General, GENERAL GREGORIO PIO P CATAPANG JR., AFP
(Ret.), CESE, CCLH, by virtue of the powers vested in me, do hereby approve this Bureau of
Corrections Manual, as follows:

BOOK I
ADMINISTRATION

CHAPTER 1
OVERVIEW OF THE BUREAU OF CORRECTIONS
Section 1. Mandate1. The BuCor shall be in-charge of safekeeping and instituting reformation
programs to national PDL sentenced to more than three (3) years.

Section 2. Vision. By 2040, BuCor will be a highly efficient and competent corrections service
that provides effective safekeeping and holistic reformation programs, in observance
of domestic and international standards for PDL confined in Operating Prisons and
Penal Farms (OPPF).

Section 3. Mission. To contribute to the protection of the society by ensuring that the PDL
confined at BuCor are completely incapacitated from further committing criminal acts
through instituting effective safekeeping and by engaging in different reformation
programs to become a productive and law-abiding member of society upon release.

Section 4. Functions. The BuCor is tasked to safe keep and rehabilitate PDL by providing
opportunities for reformation, decent environment, and secure settings.

To extend exemplary public service, BuCor commits to:

3.1. Implement effective and strong security measures for all confined PDL;

3.2. Provide PDL with basic necessities in accordance with existing domestic and
international laws, rules and regulations:

1 Sec 4 of Republic Act 10575 (2013)

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3.3. Ensure that PDL undergo holistic rehabiiitation program;

3.4. Establish iinkages with other government agencies and non-government

organizations that wiil support re-integration of reieased PDL with society:

3.5. Select highly qualified and competent personnel and empower them through
continuous training and development programs;

3.6. Provide adequate corrections facilities; and

3.7. Continually improve the effectiveness of its Quality Management System.

Section 4. Core Values. The BuCor personnel are guided by the fbliowing core values:

4.1. God Centered - We center our lives joyfuily and dynamically upon the
person of God.

4.2. Integrity - We promote accountability, equity, and inclusiveness by adhering

to high ethical and moral standards.

4.3. Vigilance - We are committed to enhance public safety by being

responsive to the extreme demands of corrections duties.

4.4. innovativeness - We seek continuing advancement in corrections

management in order to face emerging chailenges and to optimize
application of resources.

Section 5. Objectives. The objectives of BuCor are the foliowing:

5.1. To “accord the dignity of man” to PDL while serving sentence.

5.2. To compietely incapacitate the PDL from further committing criminal acts
and have them totally cut-off from their criminai networks (or contacts in the
free society) while serving sentence in the BuCor, to ultimately protect the
society against crime.

5.3. To have effective treatment of anti-social behavior and destructive

personality disorders of a PDL;

5.4. To enhance the safekeeping, rehabiiitation, and deveiopment of PDL in

preparation for their eventual reintegration into the mainstream of society
upon their release; and

5.5. To professionalize correctional services.

CHAPTER 2
ORGANIZATION OF THE BUREAU
Section 1. Key Positions. The BuCor shali be headed by a Director who shali be assisted by
three (3) Deputy Directors: one (1) for Administration, one (1) for Security and
Operations and one (1) for Reformation, all of whom shall be appointed by the
President upon the recommendation of the Secretary of the Department of Justice
(DOJ): Provided, that the Director and the Deputy Directors of the BuCor shall serve
a tour of duty not to exceed six (6) years from the date of appointment: Provided,
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further, that in times of war or other national emergency declared by Congress, the
President may extend such tour of duty2.

The following shall be the structure of Officers in Command of BuCor:

1.1. The Head of the BuCor, with the rank of Undersecretary shall have the
position and title of Director General of the BuCor.

1.2. The second officers in command of the BuCor, with the rank of Assistant
Secretaries shall have the position and title of Deputy Director Generals of
the BuCor.

1.3. The third officer in command of the BuCor, with the rank of Chief
Superintendent, shall have the position and title of Corrections Chief
Superintendent.

1.4. The fourth officer in command of the BuCor, with the rank of Senior
Superintendent, shall have the position and title of Corrections Senior
Superintendent.

1.5. The fifth officer in command of the BuCor, with the rank of Superintendent,
shall have the position and title of Corrections Superintendent.

Section 2. Rank Classification. For the purposes of efficient administration, supervision and
control, the rank classification of the BuCor Uniformed Personnel are as follows:

2.1. Director General - Undersecretary

2.2. Deputy Director General - Assistant Secretary

2.3. Corrections Chief Superintendent/Corrections Technical Chief

Superintendent equivalent to One Star General

2.4. Corrections Senior Superintendent/Corrections Technical Senior

Superintendent equivalent to Colonel

2.5. Corrections Superintendent/Corrections Technical Superintendent equivalent

to Lieutenant Colonel

2.6. Corrections Chief Inspector/Corrections Technical Chief Inspector equivalent

to Major

2.7. Corrections Senior Inspector/Corrections Technical Senior Inspector

equivalent to Captain

2.8. Corrections Inspector/Corrections Technical Inspector equivalent to

Lieutenant

2.9. Corrections Senior Officer IV/Corrections Technical Senior Officer IV

equivalent to Master Seargent

2.10. Corrections Senior Officer Ill/Corrections Technical Senior Officer III

equivalent to Technical Seargent

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2.11. Corrections Senior Officer I I/Corrections Technical Senior Officer II

equivalent to Staff Seargent

2.12. Corrections Senior Officer I/Corrections Technical Senior Officer I equivalent

to Seargent

2.13. Corrections Officer Ill/Corrections Technical Officer III equivalent to Corporal

2.14. Corrections Officer ll/Corrections Technical Officer II equivalent to Private

First Class

2.15. Corrections Officer I/Corrections Technical Officer I equivalent to Private

Section 3. Organizational Structure of the BuCor (details in ANNEX “A”). The Bureau shall
carry out the functions through the following offices, directorates, and corrections
facilities:

3.1. Offices under the Office of the Director General

3.1.1. Office of the Director General Proper

3.1.2. Office of the Director General for Administration

3.1.3. Office of the Director General for Security and Operations

3.1.4. Office of the Director General for Reformation

3.1.5. Legal Service

3.1.6. Internal Affairs Service

3.1.7. Public Affairs Service

3.1.8. Corrections National Training Institute

3.1.9. BuCor Land Control and Management Center

3.1.10. Internal Audit Services Unit

3.2. Directorates

3.2.1. Directorate for Administration

3.2.2. Directorate for Security and Operations

3.2.3. Directorate for Reformation

3.2.4. Directorate for Planning and Management

3.2.5. Directorate for Health and Welfare Services

3.2.6. Directorate for Reception and Diagnostics

3.2.7. Directorate for External Relations

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3.3. Operating Prisons and Penal Farms

3.3.1. San Ramon Prison and Penal Farm, Zamboanga City

3.3.2. Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm, Puerto Princesa City, Palawan

3.3.3. Correctional Institution for Women

3.3.1. CIW - Mandaluyong City

3.3.2. CIW - Mindanao

3.3.3. CIW - Palawan

3.3.4. Davao Prison and Penal Fann, B. E. Dujali, Davao Del Norte

3.3.5. New Bilibid Prison, Muntinlupa City

3.3.6. Sablayan Prison and Penal Farms, Sablayan, Occidental Mindoro

3.3.7. Leyte Regional Prison, Abuyog Leyte

CHAPTER 3
BUCOR UNIFORMS

Section 1. Standard Uniforms. The Director General prescribes standard uniforms, insignia,
and other paraphernalia to be worn during official functions, occasions, and other
activities. The types of uniforms of BuCor Commissioned Officers and Non-
Commissioned Officers are as follows:

1.1. White Duck (details in Annex ''B’’) — It is worn by an officer

during special and formal occasions, such as:

1.1.1. testimonial parade (by the Honoree);

1.1.2. pinning of ranks for officers:

1.1.3. wedding ceremonies for BuCor officers; and

1.1.4. other occasions as may be directed by the Director General.

1.2. Gala (details in Annex "C”) - It is worn by an officer during occasions, such
as:

1.2.1. Graduation ceremonies;

1.2.2. BuCor Anniversary celebration;

1.2.3. New Year’s Call; and

1.2.4. Other occasions as may be directed by the BuCor, Director General.

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1.3. Bush Coat (details in Annex “D”) - It is worn by an officer during occasions,
such as:

1.3.1. flag ceremonies;

1.3.2. meetings/conferences;

1.3.3. seminars:

1.3.4. courtesy cali; and

1.3.5. other occasions as may be directed by the BuCor, Director Generai.

1.4. General Office Attire A/B/C (Details in Annex “E”) - it is worn by officers when
reporting for duty, transacting officiai business with NHQ and other
institutions.

1.5. Field Uniform (Details in Annex “F”) — worn for everyday fieidwork and combat
duty purposes.

1.6. Athietic Uniform (Detaiis in Annex “G”) — Exclusive use only of the BuCor
personnel during the conduct of athletics. Physical Fitness Test, Fun Run,
Disaster, Relief and Rescue Operations, and other similar activities.

CHAPTER 4
FUNCTIONS OF COMMAND GROUP, DIRECTORATES AND
CORRECTIONS FACILITIES

Section 1. Functions of the Command Group. The Command Group shall have the following
functions:

1.1. Director General

1.1.1. Oversees the entire operations of the Bureau and exercises

command, administration and supervision of the entire agency in
pursuit of its mandate;

1.1.2. Promulgates rules and regulations necessary to carry out the

objectives and policies of the Bureau;

1.1.3. Establishes policies and standards for the operation of the Bureau
pursuant to the President’s program of government;

1.1.4. Delegates authority for the performance of any functions to offenders

and employees under his/her direction;

1.1.5. Represents the Bureau before other official bodies and official
functions;

1.1.6. Presides at periodic staff and general meeting of officers and

employees of the Bureau;

1.1.7. Submit periodic report to the Secretary of Justice on matters regarding

the management and operations of this Bureau; and

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1.2. Deputy Directors for Administration. Security and Operations, and Reformation

1.2.1. Advises and assists the Director of Corrections in the formulation and
implementation of the Bureau’s objectives and policies;

1.2.2. Overviews all operational activities of the Bureau for which he shall be
responsible for the Director;

1.2.3. Coordinates the programs and projects of the Bureau of Corrections

and be responsible for their economical, efficient and effective
administration;

1.2.4. Deputy of the Director General in all matters relating to the operation
of the Bureau;

1.2.5. Assumes the duties of the Director in the latter’s absence; and

1.2.6. Performs such other functions as maybe assigned by the Director

General.

Section 2. Functions of Directorates. The following directorates shall have the following
functions:

2.1. Directorate for Security and Operations - Plans, controls, directs, and
coordinates the BuCor’s security operations and integrated support activities.
The Divisions under this Directorate are as follows:

2.1.1. Security and Safekeeping Division;

2.1.2. Intelligence and Investigation Division;

2.1.3. PDL Documents and Processing Division; and

2.1.4 Communications Tactical Operations Division.

2.2. Directorate for Reformation - Fonnulates plans, policies, and programs to

further promote the delivery of reformation services through various
interventions. The Divisions under this Directorate are as follows:

2.2.1. Education and Training Division;

2.2.2. PDL Sports and Recreation Division;

2.2.3. Behavior Modification Division;

2.2.4. Moral and Spiritual Division;

2.2.5. Work and Livelihood Division; and

2.2.6. Health and Welfare Division.

2.3. Directorate for Reception and Diagnostics - Formulates and oversees the
implementation of policies, standards and rules on reception and diagnostics
of PDL admission. The Divisions under this Directorate are as follows:
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2.3.1. Administrative Division;

2.3.2. Assessment and Program Monitoring Division; and

2.3.2. Case Management Division.

2.4. Directorate for External Reiations - Crafts and oversees the pre-release and
post-release plans and programs for PDL who will be rejoining the society. The
Divisions under this Directorate are as follows;

2.4.1. Administrative Division; and

2.4.2. Extemai Affairs Division

2.5. Directorate for Administration — Manages the housekeeping operations of the

Bureau such as administrative, financial, and general ancillary services. The
Divisions under this Directorate are as foilows:

2.5.1. Administrative Division;

2.5.2. Human Resource Division;

2.5.3. General Service Division;

2.5.4. Suppiy Division;

2.5.5. Anti-Red Tape Authority;

2.5.6. Doctrine Development Division; and

2.5.7. Learning and Development Division.

2.6. Directorate for Planning and Management — Formulates plans, programs and
projects, and monitors its implementation thereof. It shall also house the
Management Infomiation System (MIS). The Divisions under this Directorate
are as foilows:

2.6.1. Planning and Statistics Division;

2.6.2. Planning and Management Division; and

2.6.3. information and Communication Technology Division.

2.7. Directorate for Comptroliership - Advises the BuCor Director General on

matters relating to Budgeting, Accounting and Fiscai Management. Oversees
and monitors Resources and Fiscal Management attuned to the current
developments and updates coming from the DBM and other related
professional/govemmental bodies. The Divisions under this Directorate are as
follows:

2.7.1. Budget Division; and

2.7.2. Accounting Division.

2.8. Directorate for Health and Welfare Services — Formuiates and oversees the
implementation of poiicies and guideiines for the provision of quaiity health care

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to PDL. Leads the monitoring, supervision, and evaluation of all hospitals in

different colonies making sure of a standardized pattern of medical services
rendered. The Divisions under this Directorate are as follows:

2.8.1. Administrative Division;

2.8.2. Medical Division; and

2.8.3. Mental and Behavioral Science Division.

Section 3. Functions of Support Offices. The Support Offices shall have the following
functions:

3.1. Internal Affairs Service

3.1.1 Has the sole authority overall administrative cases brought against
its personnel, either motu propio or through a valid complaint.

3.2. Public Affairs Service (PAS)

3.2.1. Fosters open communication by delivering accurate, relevant, and

timely information to the public regarding significant events and
programs of the BuCor.

3.2.2 Promotes open relationship among OPPF, media and community.

3.2.3 Coordinates and establishes linkages and develop collaborative

partnership with government and non-government organizations and
encourages community involvement in corrections activities through
the various forms of media to generate public support for the
corrections service and the government in general.

3.2.4 Conducts continuous information and education campaign among

BuCor personnel on the observance of the customs, traditions and
practices of the corrections service as well as keeping them updated
on the policies, rules and regulation prescribed by higher authorities.

3.3. Corrections National Training Institute (CNTI)

3.3.1. Primarily responsible in the conduct of training.

3.3.2. Prepares and reviews the BuCor educational and training programs
and supervises its implementation.

3.4. Legal Service

3.4.1. Provides assistance to the Director General and the Bureau itself on
all legal matters.

3.5. BuCor Land Control and Management Center (BLCMC)

3.5.1. Designs, formulates, and implements land-use development plans

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3.5.2. Prepares and implements a comprehensive and detailed

development of all penal colonies.

3.6. Internal Audit Service

3.6.1. Conducts operations performance audit on BuCor activities, verifying

the extent of compliance with its mandate, policies, government
regulations, established objectives, systems and procedures, and
contractual obligations.

Section 4. Functions of OPPF. All OPPF shall directly implement the administrative, custodial
or security, and reformation activities and programs, following the policies set forth
by the Director General and different Directorates. It shall be similarly structured to
have the capacity to perform administrative, security and safekeeping and
reformation functions.

CHAPTER 5
QUALIFICATION STANDARDS IN THE APPOINTMENT
OF BUCOR PERSONNEL

Section 1. Appointment of Personnel to the BuCor3. The appointment of the BuCor shall
be effected in the following manner:

1.1. Director General and Deputy Director General shall be appointed by the
President upon recommendation of the Secretary of the Department of
Justice (DOJ) and endorsement by Chairman, Civil Service Commission
(CSC).

1.2. All other personnel, both uniformed and non- uniformed, shall be appointed
by the Director General of BuCor and attested by the CSC.

Section 2. Minimum Qualifications for Uniformed Personnel4. No person shall be appointed

as uniformed personnel of the BuCor unless one possesses the following minimum
qualifications:

2.1. A citizen of the Republic of the Philippines;

2.2. A person of good moral character;

2.3. Must have passed the psychiatric/psychological, drug and physical test for
the purpose of determining his/her physical and mental health;

2.4. Must possess a baccalaureate degree from a recognized learning institution;

2.5. Must possess the appropriate civil service eligibility;

2.6. Must not have been dishonorably discharged or dismissed for cause from
previous employment;

2.7. Must not have been convicted by final judgment of an offense or crime
involving moral turpitude; and

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2.8. Must be at least one meter and fifty-seven centimeters (1.57 m.) in height for
males, and one meter and fifty-two centimeters (1.52 m.) for females:
Provided, that a waiver for height and age requirements may be granted to
applicants belonging to the cultural communities/indigenous peoples:
Provided, further, that a new applicant must not be less than twenty-one (21)
or more than forty (40) years of age. Except for this particular provision, the
above-enumerated qualifications shall be continuing in character and an
absence of one of them at any given time shall be ground for separation or
retirement from the service: Provided, furthermore, that those who are
already in the service upon the effectivity of this Act shall be given five (5)
years from the date of such effectivity obtain the minimum educational
qualification and eligibility with subsidiary assistance as provided for in this
Act.5

Section 3. Minimum Qualifications for Non-Uniformed Personnel. Appointment of non-

uniformed personnel at the BuCor shall be governed by the Omnibus Rules on
Appointments and Other Human Resource Actions (ORAOHRA).

Section 4. Qualification Standards6. The BuCor shall establish the Qualification Standards
subject to the approval of the Civil Service Commission for purposes of appointment
to ranks.

4.1. Corrections Officers

4.1.1. Corrections Chief Superintendent - Must have a master’s degree,

has served two (2) years as Corrections Senior Superintendent, has
undergone Corrections Officers Senior Executive Course (COSEC)
or its equivalent, and has RA 1080/ CS Professional/ CSC Police
Officer (July 1998 onwardsy Penology Officer, or any other
appropriate Second Level Eligibility.

4.1.2. Corrections Senior Superintendent - Must have a master’s degree,

has served three (3) years as Corrections Superintendent, has
undergone Corrections Officers Senior Executive Course (COSEC)
or its equivalent, and has RA 1080/ CS Professional/ CSC Police
Officer (July 1998 onwardsy Penology Officer, or any other
appropriate Second Level Eligibility.

4.1.3. Corrections Superintendent - Must have a master’s degree, has

served three (3) years as Corrections Chief Inspector, has
undergone Corrections Officers Advance Course (COAC) or its
equivalent, and has RA 1080/ CS Professional/ CSC Police Officer
(July 1998 onwards)/ Penology Officer, or any other appropriate
Second Level Eligibility.

4.1.4. Corrections Chief Inspector - Must have a bachelor’s degree, has

served three (3) years as Corrections Senior Inspector, has
undergone Corrections Officers Advance Course (COAC) or its
equivalent, and has RA 1080/ CS Professional/ CSC Police Officer
(July 1998 onwards)/ Penology Officer, or any other appropriate
Second Level Eligibility.

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4.1.5. Corrections Senior Inspector - Must have a bachelor’s degree, has

served three (3) years as Corrections Inspector, has undergone
Corrections Officers Basic Course (COBC) or its equivalent, and
has RA 1080/ CS Professional/ CSC Police Officer (July 1998
onwards)/ Penology Officer, or any other appropriate Second Level
Eligibility.

4.1.6. Corrections Inspector - Must have a bachelor's degree, has served

three (3) years as Corrections Senior Officer IV/ Lateral Entry, has
undergone Corrections Candidate Course (COCC) or its equivalent,
and has RA 1080/ CS Professional/ CSC Police Officer (July 1998
onwards)/ Penology Officer, or any other appropriate Second Level
Eligibility.

4.1.7. Corrections Senior Officer IV— Must have a bachelor’s degree, has
served two (2) years as Corrections Senior Officer III, has
undergone Senior Corrections Supervisory Course (SCSC) or its
equivalent, and has RA 1080/ CS Professional/ CSC Police Officer
(July 1998 onwards)/ Penology Officer, or any other appropriate
Second Level Eligibility.

4.1.8. Corrections Senior Officer III — Must have a bachelor's degree, has
served two (2) years as Corrections Senior Officer II, has
undergone Senior Corrections Supervisory Course (SCSC) or its
equivalent, and has RA 1080/ CS Professional/ CSC Police Officer
(July 1998 onwards)/ Penology Officer, or any other appropriate
Second Level Eligibility.

4.1.9. Corrections Senior Officer II — Must have a bachelor’s degree, has

served two (2) years as Corrections Senior Officer I, has undergone
Junior Corrections Supervisory Course (JCSC) or its equivalent,
and has RA 1080/ CS Professional/ CSC Police Officer (July 1998
onwards)/ Penology Officer, or any other appropriate Second Level
Eligibility.

4.1.10. Corrections Senior Officer I — Must have a bachelor’s degree, has

served two (2) years as Corrections Officer III, has undergone
Junior Corrections Supervisory Course (JCSC) or its equivalent,
and has RA 1080/ CS Professional/ CSC Police Officer (July 1998
onwards)/ Penology Officer, or any other appropriate Second Level
Eligibility.

4.1.11. Corrections Officer III — Must have a bachelor’s degree, has served
two (2) years as Corrections Officer II, has undergone Corrections
Officers Custodial Basic Course (COCBC) or its equivalent, and has
RA 1080/ CS Professional/ CSC Police Officer (July 1998 onwards)/
Penology Officer, or any other appropriate Second Level Eligibility.
4.1.12. Corrections Officer II — Must have a bachelor’s degree, has served
two (2) years as Corrections Officer I, has undergone Corrections
Officers Custodial Basic Course (COCBC) or its equivalent, and has
RA 1080/ CS Professional/ CSC Police Officer (July 1998 onwards)/
Penology Officer, or any other appropriate Second Level Eligibility.
4.1.13. Corrections Officer I — Must have a bachelor's degree, and has RA
1080/ CS Professional/ CSC Police Officer (July 1998 onwards)/
Penology Officer, or any other appropriate Second Level Eligibility.
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4.2. Corrections Technical Officers

4.2.1. Corrections Technical Chief Superintendent- Must have a master's

degree, has served two (2) years as Corrections Technical Senior
Superintendent, has undergone Officers Senior Executive Course for
Reformation (OSEC-R) or its equivalent, and has RA 1080/ CS
Professional/ CSC Police Officer (July 1998 onwards)/ Penology
Officer, or any other appropriate Second Level Eligibility.

4.2.2. Corrections Technical Senior Superintendent- Must have a master's

degree, has served three (3) years as Corrections Technical
Superintendent, has undergone Officers Senior Executive Course for
Reformation (OSEC-R) or its equivalent, and has RA 1080/ CS
Professional/ CSC Police Officer (July 1998 onwards)/ Penology
Officer, or any other appropriate Second Level Eligibility.

4.2.3. Corrections Technical Superintendent - Must have a master's

degree, has served three (3) years as Corrections Technical Chief
Inspector, has undergone Officers Advance Executive Course for
Reformation (OAC-R) or its equivalent, and has FtA 1080/ CS
Professional/ CSC Police Officer (July 1998 onwards)/ Penology
Officer, or any other appropriate Second Level Eligibility.

4.2.4. Corrections Technical Chief Inspector - Must have a bachelor’s

degree relevant to the job, has served three (3) years as Corrections
Technical Senior Inspector, has undergone Officers Advance Course
for Reformation (OAC-R) or its equivalent, and has RA 1080/ CS
Professional/ CSC Police Officer (July 1998 onwards)/ Penology
Officer, or any other appropriate Second Level Eligibility.

4.2.5. Corrections Technical Senior Inspector - Must have a bachelor's

degree relevant to the job, has served three (3) years as Corrections
Technical Inspector/ Lateral Entry, has undergone Officers Basic
Course for Reformation (OBC-R) or its equivalent, and has RA 1080/
CS Professional/ CSC Police Officer (July 1998 onwards)/ Penology
Officer, or any other appropriate Second Level Eligibility. This is the
entry level rank for Highly Specialized Professionals, e.g. Doctor of
Medicine, Lawyers, etc.

4.2.6. Corrections Technical Inspector - Must have a bachelor’s degree

relevant to the job, has served three (3) years as Corrections
Technical Senior Officer IV/ Lateral Entry, has undergone Officers
Candidate Course for Reformation (OCC-R) or its equivalent, and
has RA 1080/ CS Professional/ CSC Police Officer (July 1998
onwards)/ Penology Officer, or any other appropriate Second Level
Eligibility.

4.2.7. Corrections Technical Senior Officer IV - Must have a bachelor's

degree relevant to the job, has served two (2) years as Corrections
Technical Senior Officer III, has undergone Senior Corrections
Technical Supervisory Course for Reformation (SCTSC-R) or its
equivalent, and has RA 1080/ CS Professional/ CSC Police Officer
(July 1998 onwards)/ Penology Officer, or any other appropriate
Second Level Eligibility.
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4.2.8. Corrections Technical Senior Officer III - Must have a bachelor's

degree relevant to the job, has served two (2) years as Corrections
Technical Senior Officer il, has undergone Senior Corrections
Technical Supervisory Course for Reformation (SCTSC-R) or its
equivalent, and has RA 1080/ CS Professional/ CSC Police Officer
(July 1998 onwards)/ Penology Officer, or any other appropriate
Second Level Eligibility.

4.2.9. Corrections Technical Senior Officer II - Must have a bachelor’s

degree relevant to the job, has served two (2) years as Corrections
Technical Senior Officer I, has undergone Junior Corrections
Technical Supervisory Course for Reformation (JCTSC-R) or its
equivalent, and has RA 1080/ CS Professional/ CSC Police Officer
(July 1998 onwards)/ Penology Officer, or any other appropriate
Second Level Eligibility.

4.2.10. Corrections Technical Senior Officer I - Must have a bachelor’s

degree relevant to the job, has served two (2) years as Corrections
Technical Officer III, has undergone Junior Corrections Technical
Supervisory Course for Reformation (JCTSC-R) or its equivalent, and
has RA 1080/ CS Professional/ CSC Police Officer (July 1998
onwards)/ Penology Officer, or any other appropriate Second Level
Eligibility.

4.2.11. Corrections Technical Officer III - Must have a bachelor's degree

relevant to the job, has served two (2) years as Corrections Technical
Officer II, has undergone Corrections Technical Officers Basic
Course for Reformation (CTOBC-R) or its equivalent, and has RA
1080/ CS Professional/ CSC Police Officer (July 1998 onwards)/
Penology Officer, or any other appropriate Second Level Eligibility.

4.2.12. Corrections Technical Officer II - Must have a bachelor’s degree

relevant to the Job, has served two (2) years as Comections Technical
Officer II, has undergone Corrections Technical Officers Basic
Course for Reformation (CTOBC-R) or its equivalent, and has RA
1080/ CS Professional/ CSC Police Officer (July 1998 onwards)/
Penology Officer, or any other appropriate Second Level Eligibility.

4.2.13. Corrections Technical Officer I - Must have a bachelor’s degree

relevant to the job and has RA 1080/ CS Professional/ CSC Police
Officer (July 1998 onwards)/ Penology Officer, or any other
appropriate Second Level Eligibility.

Section 5. Designations and Work Assignments. The following are the designations or work
assignments for Corrections Officers:

5.1. Operations

5.1.1. Corrections Chief Superintendent (CCSUPT)

5.1.1.1. Regional Superintendent- ForOPPF with a PDL population

of over five thousand (5,000)

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5.1.1.3. Other designations and work assignments as appointed by
higher authorities.

5.1.2. Corrections Senior Superintendent (CSSUPT)

5.1.2.1. Regional Superintendent - For OPPF with a PDL population

of three thousand (3,000) but beiow five thousand (5,000).

5.1.2.2. Other designations and work assignments as appointed by

higher authorities.

5.1.3. Corrections Superintendent (CSUPT)

5.1.3.1. Colony Superintendent - For OPPF with a PDL population of

two thousand (2,000) but below three thousand (3,000).

5.1.3.2. Chief of Intelligence and Investigation; Chief Internal Affairs

Service (minimum).

5.1.3.3. Other designations and work assignments as appointed by

higher authorities.

5.1.4. Corrections Chief Inspector (CCINSP)

5.1.4.1. Colony Assistant Superintendent

5.1.4.2. Assistant Chief Internal Affairs Service; Assistant Penal

Superintendent; Chief Base Police Support Service (highest);
Chief Inmate Release and Subpoena Division (highest);
Chief Operations Division (highest); Chief Separation Center
(highest); Chief Training Officer (highest).

5.1.5. Corrections Senior Inspector (CSINSP)

5.1.5.1. Sub-Colony Supervisor

5.1.5.2. Assistant Chief Escort; Camp Mailing Communication Chief

(highest); Chief Base Police Support Service (minimum);
Chief Diversified and Maintenance Unit (highest); Chief Drug
Treatment and Rehabilitation Center (DTRC) Security Unit
(highest); Chief Escorting Division (highest); Chief Gate
Security and Control Unit (highest); Chief Inmate Post
Exchange (IPX) (highest); Chief Inmate Recovery Unit
(highest); Chief Inmate Release and Subpoena Division
(minimum); Chief Inmate Visitation and Services Unit (IVSU)
(highest); Chief Intelligence Division; Chief Investigation
Division; Chief K-9 (minimum); Chief NBP Court Section
(highest); Chief Operations Division (minimum); Chief
Overseer (highest); Chief Security Response/Patrol Unit
(SRU/SPU) (highest); Chief Separation Center (minimum);
Chief SWAT (highest); Chief Training Officer (minimum);
Chief Camp Hospital or Infirmary Security Unit (highest);
Chief Camp Kitchen Security Unit (highest); Commander of
the Guards (COG) (highest); Deputy Assistant, Penal
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Superintendent; Officer of the Day (highest); Reformation

Security Chief Officer (Max/Med/Min) (highest).

5.1.6. Corrections Inspector (CINSP) - Administrative Officer of the

Assistant Penal Superintendent; Assistant Chief Escort; Assistant
Chief Inmate Release and Subpoena (IRS) Division; Assistant Chief
Intelligence Division; Assistant Chief Investigation Division; Assistant
Chief Operations Center; Assistant Chief Training Officer; Camp
Mailing Communication Chief (minimum); Chief Clean and Green
Beautification Unit; Chief Diversified and Maintenance Unit
(minimum); Chief Drug Treatment and Rehabilitation Center (DTRC)
Security Unit (minimum); Chief Escorting Division (minimum); Chief
Fire and Emergency Response (FER) Unit; Chief Gate Security and
Control Unit (GSCU) (minimum); Chief Inmate Post Exchange (IPX)
(minimum); Chief Inmate Recovery Unit (minimum); Chief Inmate
Visitation and Services Unit (IVSU) (minimum); Chief Investigation
Division; Chief K-9 (minimum); Chief Monitoring and Anti-Squatting
(MAS) Unit; Chief NBP Court Section (min); Chief Overseer
(minimum); Chief Range Officer; Chief Research and Plans
Development Division (minimum); Chief Reservation Patrol Unit;
Chief Security Response/Patrol Unit (SRU/SPU) (minimum); Chief
SWAT (minimum); Chief Traffic Unit; Chief Camp Hospital or
Infirmary Security Unit (minimum); Chief Camp Kitchen Security Unit
(minimum); Commander of the Guards (COG) (minimum); Deputy
Assistant, Penal Superintendent; Officer of the Day (minimum);
Reformation Security Chief Officer Max/Med/Min) (minimum).

5.2. Reformation, Engineering and Administrative7

5.2.1. Corrections Technical Chief Superintendent (CTCSUPT) — Directors

for Directorates (highest).

5.2.2. Corrections Technical Senior Superintendent (CTSSUPT) —

Directors for Directorates (highest).

5.2.3. Corrections Technical Superintendent (CTSUPT) - Directors for

Directorates (minimum); Chief of Hospital (highest); Medical Officers
(highest).

5.2.4. Corrections Technical Chief Inspector (CTCINSP) — Deputy

Directors; Division Chiefs; Chief of Hospital (minimum); Medical
Officers; Medical Specialist (highest); Project Evaluation Officers
(highest); Document Examiners (highest); Financial Analyst
(highest); Human Resource Management Officers (highest);
Identification Officers (highest); Information Technology Officers
(highest); PDL Carpeta Record Officers (highest); Logistics
Management Officers (highest); Management and Audit Analysts;
Supervising Administrative Officers (highest); Supervising Records
Officers (highest); Supply Officers (highest); Training Specialist
(highest).

5.2.5. Corrections Technical Senior Inspector (CTSINSP) - Office Chief in

the Support Service/Command Group; Medical Officers; Medical
Specialist; Project Evaluation Officers; Document Examiners;
Financial Analysts; Human Resource Management Officers;

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Identification Officers; Information Technology Officers; PDL Carpeta

Record Officers; Logistics Management Officers; Management and
Audit Analysis; project Development Officers; Registrar; Senior
Budget Officers; Supervising Administrative Officers; Supervising
Records Officers; Supply Officers; Training Specialist.

5.2.6. Corrections Technical Inspector (CTINSP) - Deputy Division Chief;

Section Chiefs; Duty Dentist (highest); Duty Medical Technologist
(highest); Duty Nurses (highest); Education Program Supervisor;
Medical Officers; Medical Specialist (minimum); Project Evaluation
Officers; Social Welfare Officers (Highest Rank); Sports
Development Officers (highest); Supervising Penal Institution
Program Officer; Duty Architects (highest); Document Examiners;
Duty Accountants (highest); Financial Analysts; Human Resource
Management Officers; Identification Officers (minimum); Information
Technology Officers; PDL Carpeta Record Officers; Logistics
Management Officers; Management and Audit Analysts; Project
Development Officers; Property Officer (highest); Public Relation
Officers (highest); Registrar; Senior Budget Officers; Supervising
Administrative Officers (Min Rank); Supervising Records (minimum);
Supply Officers; Training Specialist.

CHAPTER 6
PERSONNEL MECHANISM AND OTHER ACTIONS

Section 1. Professionalization and Qualifications Upgrading8. The DOJ shall design and
establish a professionalization and qualifications upgrading program for personnel of
the BuCor, in coordination with the CSC and the Commission on Higher Education
(CHED), through an off-campus education program or other similar programs.

Section 2. Philippine Corrections Academy9. For sustained professionalism in service, the

BuCor is directed to conduct study for the feasible establishment of the Philippine
Corrections Academy, patterned after the Philippine National Police Academy
(PNPA) of the Philippines National Police (PNP) and the Philippine Military Academy
(PMA) of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) for its commissioned officers.

Section 3. Corrections National Training Institute10. The BuCor shall continue training its
personnel through its Personnel Training School, which shall be renamed as
Corrections Training School/ Institute patterned after the BJMP’s Jail National
Training Institute (JNTI), the Bureau of Fire’s Fire Training Institute (FNTI) and the
PNP’s National Training Institute (PNTI).

Section 4. Lateral Entry of Officer into BuCor11. In general, all original appointments of
officers in the BuCor shall commence with the rank of Corrections Inspector wherein
applicants for lateral entry into the BuCor shall include all those with highly
specialized and technical qualifications such as, but not limited to, civil engineers,
mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, chemical engineers, chemists,
architects, criminologists, certified public accountants, nurses, physical therapists,
dentists, social workers, psychologists, sociologists, guidance counselors and

8 Sec 15 of RA 10575 (2013)

9 Sec 11, par (c) of RA 10575 (2013)
10 Sec 11, par (d) of RA 10575 (2013)
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teachers. Doctor of Medicine, members of the Phiiippine Bar and chaplains shall be
appointed to the rank of Corrections Senior Inspector/Corrections Technicai Senior
Inspector in their particular technical service.

Section 5. Promotion System for BuCor Personnel12. The BuCor shall establish a system of
promotion for the personnel of the BuCor through the following principles:

5.1. Rationalized Promotion System - The system of promotion shall be based on

merit and on the availability of vacant ranks in the BuCor staffing pattern.
Such system shall be gender-fair so as to ensure that women personnel of
the BuCor shall enjoy equal opportunity for promotion as to men.

5.2. Requirements for Promotion

5.2.1. Any personnel of the BuCor shall not be eligible for promotion to
higher ranks unless one has met the minimum qualification
standards or the appropriate civil service eligibility set by the CSC,
and has satisfactorily passed the required psychiatric/psychological,
drug and physical test; and

5.2.2. Any personnel of the BuCor who has exhibited acts of conspicuous
courage and gallantry at the risk of one’s life above and beyond the
call of duty or selected as such in a nationwide search conducted by
any accredited civic organization, shall be promoted to the next
higher rank: Provided, that these shall be validated by the DOJ and
the CSC based on established criteria.

Section 6. BuCor Merit Selection Plan (MSP). It is the policy of the Bureau of Corrections to
strictly adhere to the principles of merit, fitness, and equality. The selection of
employees shall be based on their relative qualifications and competence to perform
the duties and responsibilities of the position. Selection of employees for
appointment in the Bureau of Corrections shall be open to all qualified men and
women according to the principle of merit and fitness. There shall be no
discrimination in the selection of employees on account of age, sex, sexual
orientation and gender identity, civil status, disability, religion, ethnicity, or political
affiliation.

In this pursuit, the Bureau of Corrections Merit Selection Plan aims to establish a
system that is characterized by strict observance of the merit, fitness, and equality
principles in the selection of employees for appointment to positions in the career
and non-career service in the first, second and second level executive/managerial.

Also, it aims to create equal opportunities for employment to all qualified men and
women to enter the government service and for career advancement in the Bureau
of Corrections.

6.1. This Merit Selection Plan shall cover both uniformed and non-uniformed
positions in first, second level and second level executive/managerial
positions in the Bureau of Corrections. It may also include non-career
positions.

6.2. The following procedures shall be observed in filling any vacant positions in
the Bureau of Corrections:

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6.2.1. The Human Resource Management (HRM) Office shall publish the
vacant position in the CSC Bulletin of Vacant Position or through other
mode of publication and post the same in three (3) conspicuous places
in the Bureau of Conections for at least ten (10) working days. All
qualified employees shall be encouraged to apply. The HRM Office may
also issue a Memorandum to all units to ensure that all qualified
employees can apply for the vacant position/s.

6.2.2. The HRM Office, on the basis of SRP, shall identify other employees
within the Bureau who are deemed qualified for promotion and prepare
listing of candidates aspiring for the vacant position, either from within
or outside the agency, including qualified next-in-rank employees.

6.2.3. The HRM Office shall conduct preliminary evaluation of the qualification
of all candidates and prepare the selection line-up. The selection line-
up shall reflect the comparative competence and qualification of
candidates on the basis of perfonnance, education and training,
appropriate eligibility, experience and outstanding accomplishments,
psychosocial attributes and personality traits, and potential.

6.2.4. The HRMPSB shall then conduct a panel interview, evaluate and
deliberate en banc the qualifications of those listed in the selection line-
up submitted by the HRM Office and make a systematic assessment of
the competence and qualifications of candidates vis-a-vis the minimum
requirements corresponding to the level of vacant positions.

6.2.5. The HRMPSB shall submit the list of screened candidates from which
the Appointing Authority shall choose the applicant to be appointed. The
list should specify the top-ranking candidates whose overall scores are
comparatively at par based on the comparative assessment of
qualifications of all candidates.

6.2.6. The Head of the Bureau shall assess the merits of the list of screened
candidates submitted by the HRMPSB and in the exercise of sound
discretion, select, in so far as practicable, from among the top-ranking
applicants deemed most qualified for appointment to the vacant
position.

6.2.7. As soon as the appointment is issued, a notice announcing the

appointment or promotion of an employee shall be posted a day after
the issuance of the appointment in three (3) conspicuous places in the
agency for at least fifteen (15) calendar days. The date of posting shall
be indicated in the notice.

6.3. The Human Resource Management Office shall have the following functions and
responsibilities:

6.3.1. Disseminate copies of the Bureau of Corrections Merit Selection Plan

(MSP) and its annexes to all employees of the agency after approval
thereof by the Civil Service Commission. An orientation shall also be
conducted by the Human Resource Management Office within six (6)
months upon approval of the MSP. This orientation is meant to ensure
awareness and understanding of the Plan. A report on the same shall
be submitted to the Civil Service Commission Field Office concerned
for record purposes;
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6.3.2. Develop a System of Ranking Position which will be submitted for

approvai of the appointing authority, copy furnished the Civil Service
Commission and its Fieid Office concerned, for reference purposes;

6.3.3. identify vacant positions that may be enroiled in the Brightest for the
Bureaucracy Program (BBP);

6.3.4. Deveiop a pian which shall set forth the number, knowledge and skills
of employees needed to achieve the organizations goais, objectives
and programs:

6.3.5. Develop and maintain an updated qualifications database of employees

of agency to include education, training, experience, skilis,
competencies and other similar information;

6.3.6. Develop a program to fast track the career movement of employees

with superior qualifications;

6.3.7. Vacant positions in the career service, including vacant

executive/managerial positions in the second and third level positions
that are authorized to be filled, together with their corresponding
qualification standards and plantilla item numbers, shall be published
and posted in three (3) conspicuous pieces for a period of at ieast ten
(10) caiendar days.

6.3.8. BuCor shall submit a iist of their vacant positions authorized to be fiiied
and their corresponding qualification standards and plantilla item
numbers (CS Form No. 9, Revised 2018) in eiectronic and printed
copies to the Civil Service Commission Field Office (CSC FO)
concerned. The printed copy shaii be posted by the CSC FO in its
builetin board. The electronic copy shall be forwarded to the Civil
Service Commission Regionai Office (CSC RO) concerned which shaii
publish the same in the CSC Bulletin of Vacant Positions in the
Government in the CSC Website.

Vacant positions which are not filled within nine (9) months should be
re-published and re-posted.

6.3.9. Conduct preliminary evaluation of the qualification of all candidates.

Those initially found qualified shall undergo further assessment such
as: written examination, skill test, interview and others;

6.3.10. Conduct background investigation of the applicants;

6.3.11. Notify all applicants of the outcome of the preliminary evaluation; and

6.3.12. Submit selection line-up to the HRMPSB for deliberation en banc.

6.4. The employees/applicants shall be responsible for updating their Personal Data
Sheet annually, if deemed necessary, and submit letter of intent with supporting
documents thereto to the HRM Office.

6.5. The Human Resource Merit, Promotion and Selection Board for first, second
and second level executive/managerial position shall have the following
functions and responsibilities:
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6.5.1. Adopt a formal screening procedure and formulate criteria for the
evaluation of cand idates for appointment, taking into consideration the
following:

6.5.1.1. Reasonable and valid standards and methods of evaluating

the competence and qualifications of all applicants
competing for a particular position.

6.5.1.2. Criteria for evaluation of qualifications of applicants for

appointment must suit the job requirements of the position.

6.5.2. Disseminate screening procedures and criteria for selection to all

agency officials and employees and interested applicants. Any
modification of the procedures and criteria for selection shall likewise
be properly disseminated:

6.5.2.1. Prepare a systematic assessment of the competence and

qualifications of candidates for appointment. Maintain
fairness and impartiality in the assessment of candidates.
Towards the end, the HRMPSB may employ the assistance
of external or independent resources person and may initiate
innovative schemes in determining the best and most
qualified candidate;

6.5.2.2. Evaluate and deliberate en banc the qualifications of those

listed in the selection line-up;

6.5.2.3. Submit the list of candidates for appointment from which the
appointing authority shall choose the applicant to be
appointed. The list of candidates submitted shouid specify
the top five or as appropriate number of ranking candidates
whose over-all point scores are comparatively at par based
on the comparative assessment;

6.5.2.4. Maintain records of the deliberation which must be made

accessible to interested parties upon written request and for
inspection and audit by the CSC; and

6.5.2.5. Orient the officials and employees in the agency pertaining

to policies relative to human resource actions, including the
gender and the development dimensions of the Merit
Selection Plan.

6.6. The Appointing Authority shall have the following functions and responsibilities:

6.6.1. Establish a Human Resource Merit, Promotion and Selection Board

and see to it that all HRMPSB members undergo orientation and
workshop on the selection/promotion process and CSC policies on
appointments. The agency head shall, as far as practicable, ensure
equal opportunity for men and women to be represented in the
HRMPSB for all levels of positions;

6.6.2. Assess the merits of the HRMPSB’s screening of candidates for

appointment and in the exercise of sound discretion, select, in so far
as practicable, from among the following;
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6.6.2.1. Top five or as appropriate number of ranking applicants

deemed most quaiified to the vacant position;

6.6.2.2. Applicants who have undergone deep selection and found

to possess superior qualifications and competence; and

6.6.2.3. Pool of Brightest for the Bureaucracy Program (BBP).

6.6.3. Issue appointments in accordance with the provisions of the agency

Merit Selection Plan.

6.7. Protest and Revocation of Appointments - A qualified next-in-rank employee

and/or any aggrieved party who is not considered for promotion may file a
protest pursuant to Rule 18 of CSC Resolution No. 1701077 dated July 3,2017
(Rules of Administrative Cases in the Civil Service or 2017 RACCS).

6.8. Amendment - The CSC approved Merit and Selection Plan shall be subject to
subsequent amendment depending upon the evaluation of the CSC or the
emerging needs of the BuCor.

Section 7. Performance Evaluation System13. The performance evaluation system shall be

guided by the following provisions:

7.1. There shall be established a performance evaluation system which shall be

administered in accordance with the rules, regulations and standards, and
code of conduct for the personnel of the BuCor to be promulgated by the BuCor
through the DOJ. Such performance evaluation system shall be administered
in such a way as to foster the improvement of the individual efficiency and
behavioral discipline, as well as the promotion of organizational effectiveness
and commitment to public service.

7.2. The rating system as contemplated herein shall be based on standards

prescribed by the BuCor through the DOJ and shall be considered the result of
the annual psychiatric/psychological and physical test conducted on the
personnel of BuCor.

Section 8. Program on Awards and Incentives for Service Excellence (PRAISE)14. The
BuCor shall establish its own policies and procedures governing the implementation
of Incentives and Awards system designed to promote morale and efficiency in the
corrections service.

8.1. Basic Policies

8.1.1. The BuCor shall establish its own employee suggestions and
incentive awards system.

8.1.2. The System shall be designed to encourage creativity,

innovativeness, efficiency, integrity and productivity in the public
service by recognizing and rewarding uniformed and non-uniformed
employees, government officials or institutions and private
individuals or organizations, individually or in groups, for their
suggestions, inventions, superior accomplishments and other
personal efforts which contribute to the efficiency, economy, or other

1 Sec 18 of RA 10575 (2013)

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improvement in government operations, or for other extraordinary

acts or services in the pubiic interest.

8.1.3. The BuCor PRAiSE shaii adhere to the principie of providing

incentives and awards based on performance, innovative ideas and
exemplary behavior and to commit to the following general policies
and guidelines on Equal Opportunity Principles (EOP).

8.1.3.1. There shall be no discrimination based on gender identity,

sexual orientation, disabilities, religion and/or indigenous
group membership in the implementation of the rewards
and incentive program and nomination to awards and/or
commendations.

8.1.3.2. Promote the use of Gender-Sensitive Language in the

implementation of the program.

8.1.3.3. Promote the use of non-sexist language in all official

documents, communications, minutes and issuances.

8.1.4. The BuCor PFIAISE shall give emphasis on the timeliness of giving
award or recognition. Aside from conferment of awards during the
traditional or planned awarding ceremonies, the spirit of on-the-spot
grant of recognition shall be institutionalized.

8.1.5. The BuCor PRAISE shall provide both monetary and non-monetary
awards and incentives to recognize acknowledge and reward
productive, creative, innovative and ethical behavior of uniformed
and non-uniformed employees through formal and informal mode.

For this purpose, the BuCor PRAISE shall encourage the grant of
non-monetary awards. Monetary awards shall be granted only when
the suggestions, inventions, superior accomplishments and other
personal efforts result in monetary savings which shall not exceed
20% of the savings generated.

8.1.6. At least 5% of the HRD Funds shall be allocated for the BuCor
PRAISE and incorporated in the Bureau of Corrections' Annual Work
and Financial Plan and Budget subject to the budgeting and auditing
rules and regulations promulgated by the Department of Budget and
Management and Commission on Audit.

8.1.7. The BuCor PRAISE shall be institutionalized through the creation of

a PRAISE Committee in the Bureau of Corrections.

8.1.8. The PFJAISE Committees shall preferably have the following

compositions of National Headquarters and Operating Prison and
Penal Farms shall preferably have the following compositions:

8.1.8.1. Deputy Director General for Administration as

Chairperson;

8.1.8.2. Deputy Director General for Security and Operations as

Vice Chairperson;
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8.1.8.3. Directors of all BuCor Directorates;

8.1.8.4. Commissioned Officer representative based on seniority

Lineai List;

8.I.8.5. Non-Commissioned Officer representative based on

Senior Lineai List;

8.1.8.6. Second-level Non-Uniformed Personnel representative as

endorsed by the BuCor Employees Association
(BuCoREA) for the duration of incumbency;

8.1.8.7. First-level Non-Uniformed Personnel representative as

endorsed by the BuCor Employees Association
(BuCoREA) for the duration of incumbency; and

8.1.8.8. Human Resource Division's Employee Moraie and

Welfare Section as Secretariat.

8.1.9. The Director General or his/her duly authorized representative shali

be responsible in overseeing the PRAiSE Committee's operation
and the Human Resource Division's Empioyee Morale and Welfare
Section shail serve as the PRAiSE Committee's Secretariat.

8.1.10. The PRAISE Committee shail ensure that productivity, innovative

ideas, suggestions and exempiary behavior can be identified,
considered, managed and impiemented on a continuing basis to
cover uniformed and non-unifonried empioyees at ail levels.

8.1.11. The PRAISE Committee shall be responsible for the development,

administration, monitoring and evaluation of the awards and
incentives system of the agency. The Bureau of Corrections may,
however, employ an external or independent body to assist the
PRAISE Committee to judiciously and objectively implement the
system of incentives and awards.

8.1.12. The PRAISE Committee shall establish its own internal procedures
and strategies. Membership in the Committee shall be considered
part of the members' regular duties and functions.

8.1.13. The Bureau of Corrections shall submit its Program on Awards and
Incentives for Service Excellence (PRAISE) and its subsequent
amendments to the Civil Service Commission Field Office. The Civil
Service Commission Field Office concerned shall provide technical
assistance, if deemed necessary, to ensure proper implementation.

8.1.14. Establishment of a CSC-approved PRAISE shall be the basis of the

grant of awards and incentives. The Annual PRAISE Report shall be
submitted by the agency to the Civil Service Commission Field Office
concerned on or before the thirtieth day of January to enable all their
uniformed and non-uniformed employees to qualify for nomination to
the CSC sponsored national awards.

8.1.15. Issues relative to awards and incentives shall be brought before the
PRAISE Committee which shall address the same within fifteen (15)
days from the date of submission.
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8.2. Types of Awards

8.2.1. National Awards - The Bureau of Corrections shall participate in the

search for deserving uniformed and non-uniformed employees who
may be included in the screening of candidates for awards given by
other agencies, private entities, NGOs and other award giving
bodies such as the:

8.2.1.1. Presidential or Lingkod Bayan Award - conferred to an

individual for consistent, dedicated performance
exemplifying the best in any profession or occupation
resulting in the successful implementation of an idea or
performance, which is of significant effect to the public or
principally affects national interest, security and
patrimony.

8.2.1.2. Outstanding Public Official/ Employee or Dangal ng Bayan

Award - granted to any public official or employee in
government who has demonstrated exemplary service
and conduct on the basis of his/her or her observance of
one or more of the eight (8) norms of behavior described
under Republic Act No. 6713 or the Code of Conduct and
the Ethical Standards for Government Officials and
Employees.

8.2.1.3. Civil Service Commission or the PAGASA Award -

conferred to an individual or group comprised of five (5)
members for outstanding contribution/s resulting from an
idea or performance that directly benefit more than one (1)
department of the government.

8.2.1.4. Other Awards - given by other government agencies,

private institutions or NGOs to an individual or team for
contributions of an idea or performance that directly
benefited the government.

8.2.2. Department or Agency Levels Awards

8.2.2.1. Best Employee Award - granted to an individual or

individuals who excelled among peers in a functional
group, position or profession. A cash award of not less
than the amount provided under relevant existing laws
shall be given to outstanding uniformed and
non-uniformed employees plus a certificate of recognition
or other forms of incentives as the committee may decide,
e.g., Best Commissioned Officer, Best Non-
Commissioned Officer, Best Non-Uniformed Personnel
and other similar awards.

8.2.2.2. Gantimpala Agad Award - given outright to uniformed and

non-uniformed employees commended by clients for their
courtesy, promptness, efficiency and dedicated to duty.

8.2.2.3. Exemplary Behavior Award - based on the eight norms of

conduct as provided under RA 6713 (Code of Conduct
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and Ethical Standards). The awardee will be automatically

nominated by the PRAISE Committee to the Dangal ng
Bayan Award.

5.2.2.4. Best Organizational Unit Award - granted to the top

organizational unit which may be a section, division or
office/unit on the basis of meeting the organization's
performance targets and other pre-determined criteria.

8.2.2.5. Cost Economy Measure Award - granted to a uniformed of

non-uniformed employee or team whose contributions such as
ideas, suggestions, inventions, discoveries or performance of
functions results in savings in term of man hour and cost or
otherwise benefit the Bureau and government as a whole. The
monetary award shall not exceed 20% of the monetary savings
generated from the contribution.

5.2.2.6. Service Award - conferred on retirees whether under optional

or compulsory retirement schemes provided the retiree is not
imposed a penalty or suspension during the period of the grant
held during a fitting ceremony on or before the date of their
retirement.

8.2.2.7. Such other awards which the Bureau of Corrections may

decide to give.

8.2.3. Honor Awards

8.2.3.1. Medalya ng Kagitingan (BuCor Medal of Valor) - awarded to

BuCor personnel who has performed in action, a deed of
personal bravery and self-sacrifice above and beyond the call
of duty so conspicuous as to distinguish himself clearly above
his/her comrades in the performance of more than ordinary
hazardous service. This award may be given only if the enemy
force is so overwhelming as compared to government troops.
It shall be awarded by the President of the Republic of the
Philippines to any uniformed personnel of the Bureau. The
Medalya ng Kagitingan is accompanied by the following
incentives: Php50,000 cash and parade honors.

8.2.3.2. Medalya ng Kabayanihan (BuCor Distinguished Conduct

Medal) - awarded to BuCor personnel for acts of conspicuous
courage and gallantry in the face of an armed aggressor or act
of heroism so notable and involving a risk of life so
extraordinary as to set him/her apart from his/her comrades. It
shall be awarded by the Secretary of Justice to any uniformed
personnel of the Bureau. The Medalya ng Kabayanihan is
accompanied by Php30,000.00 cash incentive.

8.2.2.3. Medalya ng Katapatan sa Paglilingkod (BuCor Distinguished

Service Medal) - awarded by the Secretary of Justice to any
member of the Bureau for meritorious and invaluable services
while occupying a position of major responsibility. The
performance of duty must be such as to merit exceptional
recognition in the BuCor service. The accomplishment of duty
should have been completed prior to submission of
recommendation is transferred prior to its completion, the
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accomplishment must be progressive and rated as an

exception or significant. BuCor personnel who have served as
Director General, Deputy Director Generai for Administration,
Deputy Director General for Security and Operations, Deputy
Director General for Reformation, Directors of Directorates,
Chief of NHQ Support Services and Superintendent Colonies
for at least one (1) year shall qualify for the award.

8.2.2A. Medalya ng Katapangan (BuCor Bravery Medal) - awarded

for gallantry in action not warranting the award for Medalya ng
Kagitingan or Medalya ng Kabayanihan.

8.2.2.S. Medalya ng Natatanging-Gawa (BuCor Outstanding

Achievement Medal) - awarded by the Director General of the
Bureau to any member of the Bureau of Corrections for
distinguished or extraordinary achievement or service in the
advancement of science, socio-economic, technical and other
related fields contributing to the enhancement of BuCor
services.

8.2.2.6. Medalya ng Pambihirang Paglilingkod (BuCor Special Service

Medal) - awarded for eminently meritorious and invaluable
service in the field of corrections service while in the position
of major responsibility. The performance of duty must be such
as to merit recognition by the service as exceptional.

8.2.2.7. Medalya ng Katangi-tanging Asal (BuCor Outstanding

Conduct Medal) - awarded for the heroic acts by the individual
while in action involving confrontation with lawless elements
in a crime situation or life-saving situation, distinguishing
himself conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk
of life above and beyond the call of duty.

8.2.2.8. Medalya ng Kadakilaan (BuCor Gallantry Medal) - awarded

by the Director General of the Bureau to any uniformed
personnel of the Bureau of Corrections for acts of heroism
beyond the call of duty not Involving actual dealing of riot
suppression, hostage-taking negotiation and other similar
prison incidents, wherein the enemy forces are more superior
than the BuCor troops in terms of the number of combatants
and/or logistical capabilities.

8.2.2.9. Medalya ng Kagalingan (BuCor Medal of Merit) - awarded for

heroic achievement not warranting the award of Medalya ng
Kadakilaan for a single act of heroism or a series of heroic
acts in the performance of duties and responsibilities.

8.2.2.10. Medalya ng Papuri (BuCor Commendation Medal) - awarded

for demonstrating exemplary efficiency, devotion, and loyalty
to their assignments.

8.2.2.11. Medalya ng Sugatang Magiting (BuCor Wounded Personnel

Medal) - awarded for having been wounded in action against
a prisoner or lawless elements as a direct result of an act of
the prisoner or lawless elements provided such wounds
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necessitate treatment by a medical officer. For this purpose,

wound is defined as an injury to any part of the body from an
outside force, element or agent sustained as a result of a
hostile act of the prisoner or cohorts.

8.2.2.12. Medalya ng Ugnayang Pangkumunidad (BuCor Community

Relations Medal) - awarded by the Director of the Bureau
subject to the following guidelines:

8.2.2.12.1. Participation and initiative to render service, time

and assistance to any outreach program involving
the community such as medical missions, dental
mission, charity, feeding programs, mentoring
and environmental projects

8.2.2.12.2. The award may be conferred Motu Propio or

applied for by the personnel. The endorsement
must be accompanied by any of the following:

8.2.2.12.2.1. Photographs of the activities;

8.2.2.12.2.2. After-incident report/After Activity

report;

8.2.2.12.2.3. Write-up containing the

justification for the award;

8.2.2.12.2.4. Affidavit or testimonies of

witnesses;

8.2.2.12.2.5. News clippings, publications; and

8.2.2.12.2.6. Other analogous forms of

evidence.

8.2.2.13. Medalya ng Mabuting Asal (BuCor Good Conduct Medal) -

awarded by the Director General of the Bureau, subject to the
following guidelines:

8.2.2.13.1. The recipient should have rendered duty for a

continuous period of five (5) years;

8.2.2.13.2. The personnel should have not incurred any

record of administrative action, conviction or
derogatory record (administrative, civil or
criminal);

Note: Admonition shall not constitute a

punishment; provided that three (3) admonitions
as reflected in the 201 File of the personnel shall
constitute a derogatory record.

8.2.2.13.3. The medal shall only be given once.

8.2.2.14. Medalya ng Paglilingkod (BuCor Service Medal) - awarded for

completion of at least twenty (20) years of faithful and
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honorable service. One Silver Star shall be added on the

ribbon for every additional five (5) years of service provided
that the employee is not imposed a penalty or suspension and
shows unblemished performance during the period.

8.2.2.15. Medalya ng Pagtulong sa Nasalanta (BuCor Disaster Relief

and Rehabilitation Medal) - awarded for active participation
in an undertaking involving rescue/relief and rehabilitation
operations connected with typhoons, floods, earthquakes,
conflagrations, and other disasters/calamities for any period
during and after disasters/calamities.

8.2.2.16. Medalya ng Katapatan (BuCor Loyalty Medal) - awarded by

the Director General of the Bureau to any member of the
Bureau of Corrections for notable acts of faithfulness to the
Bureau's ideals and conspicuous sacrifice of extra time and
effort to advance the interest of the Bureau. The recipient of
the award must have no adverse report and must not have
been found guilty of an administrative or criminal offense.

8.2.2.17. Medalya ng Kasanayan (BuCor Efficiency Medal) - awarded

by the Director General of the Bureau to any member of the
Bureau of Corrections for any of the following
accomplishments:

8.2.2.17.1. Conduct of innovative seminars;

8.2.2.17.2. Membership in working committees within the

Bureau or in other organizations (national in
scope);

8.2.2.17.3. Successful formulation and implementation of

policies not inherent to his/her Unction or duty;

8.2.2.17.4. Successful drafting and launching of manuals;

8.2.2.17.5. Thwarting of possible escape incidents;

8.2.2.17.6. Successful recapturing of fugitives excluding

personnel involved in the escape;

8.2.2.17.7. Personnel temporarily augmented to high-risk

PDL for a period of at least one (1) month
outside the BuCor facilities;

8.2.2.17.8. Accreditations from other agencies for any

undertaking of the unit;

8.2.2.17.9. Recipient of an award that brought honor and

prestige to the BuCor, and

8.2.2.17.10. Other anabgous accomplishments.

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8.2.2.18. Tsapa ng Natatanging Yunit (BuCor Unit Citation Badge) -

awarded for acts and services or exceptionai devotion and
fideiity.

8.2.2.19. Mga Tsapa ng Kuwalipikasyon (BuCor Qualification

Badges) - awarded for ability in specialized fields such as
water, airborne, navigation, marksmanship, surveiiiance,
electronics and technical expertise, special weapons,
ordinance, expiosives, chemical weapons, operations such
as patrol, traffic, investigation, voce controi, juvenile
delinquency control, as well as administrative and auxiliary
functions.

8.2.2.20. BuCor's Best Medal - awarded by the Director General of

the Bureau to the winners of the Annual Search for BuCor's
Bests, who will be chosen by the National PRAISE
Committee from among the most qualified corrections
officers and personnel of the Bureau based on established
criteria.

8.2.2.21. Medalya ng Pangkahusayang Pang-Akademya (BuCor

Academic Excellence Medal) - awarded by the Director
General of the Bureau to any uniformed personnel of the
Bureau of Corrections who has demonstrated exemplary
academic performance while undergoing training/schooling
in a BuCor accredited training institution such as, but not
limited to the Corrections National Training Institute. He/she
must have obtained a general average of at least 95% with
grade no lower than 90% in his/her consolidated academic
and non-academic subjects.

8.2.2.22. Ribbon ng Tagapagsanay (BuCor Training Institute Service

Ribbon) - awarded by the Director General of the Bureau to
any uniformed personnel of the Bureau of Corrections for
the faithful and dedicated service for a minimum period of
one (1) year to the Corrections National Training Institute or
any other training institute recognized by Bureau of
Corrections.

8.2.2.23. Ribbon ng Kahusayang Pang-Akademya (BuCor Academic

Excellence Ribbon)-awarded by the Director General of the
Bureau to any uniformed personnel of the Bureau who
displayed commendable academic performance while
undergoing training/schooling in a BuCor-accredited training
institution such as Corrections National Training Institute.
Further, the personnel should have received any of the
following awards: Non-Academic Proficiency Award,
Highest rating in Aptitude and Leadership Award.

8.3. Types of Incentives. The Bureau of Corrections shall continuously search, screen
and reward deserving uniformed and non-uniformed employees to motivate them
to improve the quality of their performance and instill excellence in public service.
As such, the following types of incentives shall be regularly awarded:

8.3.1. Loyalty Incentive - granted to a non-uniformed employee who has served

the agency continuously and satisfactorily for at least ten (10) years. The
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not more than Phpl ,000.00 per year during the first ten years.
Succeeding awards shali be given every five years thereafter. Besides
cash award, a lapel emblem/loyalty pin shall be given:

8.3.1.1. 10 and 15 years - Bronze

8.3.1.2. 20 and 25 years - Silver
8.3.1.3. 30, 35 and 40 years - Gold

Other tokens such as wristwatch, ring, and others.

8.3.2. Career and Self-Development Incentive - granted in recognition of an

individual who has satisfactorily completed a course or degree within or
outside the country at one's own expense with performance rating of at
least Very Satisfactory. A plaque of recognition may be given to qualified
individuals during the Bureau of Corrections Anniversary celebration.

8.3.3. Other Incentives which the PRAISE Committee may recommend on the
basis of special achievements, innovative approaches to assignments,
exemplary service to the public and recognition by an outside group of a
particular achievement.

8.4. Forms of Awards and Incentives

8.4.1. Flexiplace - work arrangement allowed for qualified non-uniformed

employee/s who has demonstrated responsibility, initiative, and capacity
to produce output/result and accomplishment outside the workplace
subject to established guidelines.

8.4.2. "Salu-salo" Together - meal hosted by superiors or supervisors for

uniformed and non-uniformed employees who have made significant
contributions.

8.4.3. Personal Growth Opportunities - incentives which may be in the form of

attendance in conference on official business, membership in
professional organizations, books, journals, tapes, travel packages and
other learning opportunities.

8.4.4. Trophies, Plaques and Certificates

8.4.5. Monetary Awards

8.4.6. Travel Packages

8.4.7. Other Incentives - incentives in kind which may be in the form of

merchandise, computers, cellular phones, recognition posted at the Wall
of Fame, feature in agency publication, and others.

8.5. Committee - The BuCor PFtAISE Committee at the Central Office/National

Headquarters and Operating Prisons and Penal Farms shall have the following
specific responsibilities and composition. It shall be responsible for the
development, administration, monitoring and evaluation of the awards and
incentives system of the agency. As such, the Committee shall meet periodically
to perform the following tasks:
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8.5.1. Establish a system of incentives and awards to recognize and motivate

uniformed and non-uniformed employees for their performance and
conduct;

8.5.2. Formulate, adopt and amend internal rules, policies and procedures to
govern the conduct of its activities which shall include the guidelines in
evaluating the nominees and the mechanism for recognizing the
awardees;

8.5.3. Determine the forms of awards and incentives to be granted;

8.5.4. Monitor implementation of approved suggestions and ideas through

feedback and reports;

8.5.5. Prepare plans, identify resources and propose budget for the system on
annual basis;

8.5.6. Develop, produce, distribute a system policy manual and orient the
uniformed and non-unifonned employees on the same;

8.5.7. Document best practices, innovative ideas and success stories which will
serve as promotional materials to sustain interest and enthusiasm;

8.5.8. Submit annual report on the awards and incentives system to the CSC
on or before the thirtieth day of January;

8.5.9. Monitor and evaluate the System's implementation every year and make
essential improvements to ensure its suitability to the agency; and

8.5.10. Address issues relative to awards and incentives within fifteen (15) days
from the date of receipt by the Committee.

To implement the System effectively, the PRAISE Committee members are

expected to possess positive attitude; be capable of implementing submitted
ideas; open-minded; decisive; have high tolerance for stress or pressure; and
actively participated in all committee meeting.

The Director General or his/her duly authorized representative shall be

responsible in overseeing the System's operations and the Human Resource
Division's Employee Morale and Welfare Section shall serve as the System's
Secretariat.

The Bureau of Corrections may, however, employ an external or independent

body to assist the PRAISE Committee to judiciously and objectively implement
the system of incentives and awards.

The Bureau of Corrections shali establish a separate PRAISE Committee in its

National Headquarters and Operating Prisons and Penal Farms. The
compositions are as foliows;

8.6. Composition

8.6.1. National Headquarters

8.6.1.1. Deputy Director General for Administration as Chairperson;

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8.6.1.2. Deputy Director General for Security and Operations as

Vice Chairperson:

8.6.1.3. Directors of all BuCor Directorates;

8.6.1.4 Commissioned Officer representative based on Seniority

Lineal List;

8.6.1.5. Non-Commissioned Officer representative based on

Seniority Lineal List;

8.6.1.6. Second-Level Non-Uniformed Personnel representative as

endorsed by the BuCor Employees Association (BuCoREA)
for the duration of incumbency;

8.6.1.7. First-Level Non-Uniformed Personnel representative as

endorsed by the BuCor Employees Association (BuCoREA)
for the duration of incumbency; and

8.6.1.8. The Human Resource Division's Employee Morale and

Welfare Section as Secretariat.

8.6.2. Operating Prisons and Penal Farms — PRAISE Committees may be

composed to screen and recommend eligible candidates for National
and Agency awards. Operating Prisons and Penal Farms PRAISE
Committees may likewise grant informal awards based on the CSC-
approved BuCor PRAISE:

8.6.2.1. Head of the Prison and Penal Farm or Correctional

Institution;

8.6.2.2. Head of the Administrative Unit;

8.6.2.3. Head of the Human Resource Unit;

8.6.2.4. Head of Reformation;

8.6.2.5. Head of Security and Operatbns;

8.6.2.6. Commissioned Officer representative based on Seniority

Lineal List;

8.6.2.7. Non-Commissioned Officer representative based on

Seniority Lineal List;

8.6.2.B. Second-Level Non-Uniformed Personnel representative as

endorsed by the BuCor Employees Association (BuCoREA)
for the duration of incumbency:

8.6.2.9. First-Level Non-Uniformed Personnel representative as

endorsed by the BuCor Employees Association (BuCoREA)
for the duration of incumbency: and

8.6.2.10. The Human Resource Section as Secretariat.

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8.6.3. Funding - The Bureau of Corrections shall allocate at least

5% of the HRD funds for the BuCor PRAISE and incorporate
the same in its Annual Work and Financial Plan.

Section 9. Amendment. Approved PRAiSE shaii be subject to subsequent amendment

depending upon the evaluation of the CSC or the emerging needs of the BuCor.

CHAPTER 7
GRIEVANCE MACHINERY

Section 1. Objectives. The BuCor Grievance Machinery seeks to promote harmony in the
workplace and foster the productivity of each member of the organization.
Specifically, it intends to help the BuCor:

1.1. Create a work atmosphere conducive to good supervisor-employee relations

and improved empbyee morale;

1.2. Settle grievances at the lowest possible level in the organization;

1.3. Prevent discontent and disenchantment between and among the uniformed
and non-uniformed personnel; and

1.4. Serve as a catalyst for the development of capabilities of personnel on conflict

management and dispute settlement, especially among supervisors in the
agency.

Section 2. Basic Policies. A grievance shall be resolved expeditiously at all times at the lowest
level possible in the BuCor. However, if the grievance is not settled at the lowest
level possible, an aggrieved party shall present his/her grievance through the
appropriate channels or levels of the BuCor hierarchy.

2.1. The aggrieved party shall be assured freedom from coercion discrimination
reprisal and biased action on the grievance.

2.2. The Director General, BuCor shall ensure equal opportunity for all employees
to be represented in the Grievance Committee. There shall be no
discrimination in the appointment of members on account of gender identity,
sexual orientation, disabilities, religion and/or indigenous group membership.

2.3. Grievance proceedings shall not be bound by legal Rules and technicalities.
Even verbal grievance aired before a responsible officer must be acted upon
expeditiously. The services of a legal counsel shall not be allowed.

2.4. A grievance shall be presented verbally or in writing in the first instance by

the aggrieved party to his/her immediate supervisor.

2.5. If the party being complained of is the immediate supervisor, the grievance
shall be presented to the next higher supervisor.

2.6. Supervisors or officials who refuse to take action on a grievance brought to

their attention shall be liable for neglect of duty in accordance with existing
Civil Service Law, Rules and Regulations.

2.7. A grievance may be elevated to the Civil Service Commission Regional Office
concerned only upon submission of a Certification on the Final Action on the
Grievance (CFAG) issued by the Grievance Committee.

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2.8. The BuCor Grievance Machinery shall be submitted to the Civil Service
Commission Regional OfTice concerned for approval. Subsequent
amendments shall be subject to CSC approval and shall take effect
immediately.

Section 3. Scope. The BuCor Grievance Machinery applies to all uniformed and non-uniformed
personnel of the Bureau of Corrections.

Section 4. Application of Grievance Machinery. The following instances shall be acted upon
through the BuCor Grievance Machinery:

4.1. Non-implementation of policies, and procedures on economic and financial

issues and other terms and conditions of employment fixed by law, including
salaries, incentives, working hours, leave benefits such as delay in the
processing of overtime pay, unreasonable withholding of salaries and inaction
on application for leave;

4.2. Non-implementation of policies, practices and procedures which affect

employees from recruitment to promotion, detail, transfer, retirement,
termination, lay-offs, and other related issues that affect them such as failure
to observe selection process in appointment;

4.3. Inadequate physical working conditions such as, but not limited to, the lack of
proper ventilation in the workplace, and insufficient facilities and equipment
necessary for the safety and protection of employees whose nature and place
of work are classified as high risk or hazardous;

4.4. Poor interpersonal relationships and linkages such as unreasonable refusal

to give official information by one employee to another; and

4.5. All other matters giving rise to employee dissatisfaction and discontentment
outside of those cases enumerated above.

Section 5. Exclusion. The following cases shall not be acted upon through the BuCor
Grievance Machinery:

5.1. Disciplinary cases which shall be resolved under the 2017 Rules on
Administrative Cases in the Civil Service;

5.2. Sexual harassment cases as provided for in RA 7877; and

5.3. Union-related issues and concerns.

Section 6. Grievance Procedures. The procedures for seeking redress of grievance shall be
as follows:

6.1. Discussion with Immediate Supervisor. At the first instance, a grievance shall
be presented verbally or in writing by the aggrieved party to his/her immediate
supervisor;

6.2. The Supervisor shall inform verbally or in writing the aggrieved party of the
corresponding action within three (3) working days from the date of
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6.3. Provided, however, that where the object of the grievance is the immediate
supervisor, the aggrieved party may bring the grievance to the next higher
supervisor;

6.4. Appeal to the Higher Supervisor. If the aggrieved party or the respondent is
not satisfied with the Immediate Supervisors decision, he/she may submit
the grievance in writing within five (5) days to the next higher supervisor who
shall render his/her decision within (5) working days from receipt of the
grievance;

6.5. Appeal to the Grievance Committee. The grievance may be elevated to the
Grievance Committee within five (5) working days from the receipt of the
decision if the aggrieved party or the respondent is not satisfied with the said
decision of the Higher Supervisor. The Grievance Committee may conduct
an investigation and hearing within ten (10) working days from receipt of the
grievance and render a decision within five (5) working days after the
investigation. Provided, however, that where the object of the grievance is
the Grievance Committee, the aggrieved party may submit the grievance to
the Top Management;

6.6. Appeal to the Top Management. If the aggrieved party is not satisfied with
the decision of the Grievance Committee, he/ she may elevate his/her
grievance within five (5) working days from receipt of the decision through
the Committee to the Top Management who shall make the decision within
ten (10) working days after the receipt of the grievance. Provided, however,
that where the object of the grievance is the Top Management, the
aggrieved party may bring his/her grievance directly to the Civil Service
Commission Regional Office; and

6.7. Appeal to the Civil Service Commission Regional Office. If the aggrieved
party is not satisfied with the decision of the Top Management, he/she may
appeal or elevate his/her grievance to the Civil Service Commission
Regional Office concerned within fifteen (15) working days from receipt of
such decision. Together with the appeal, the aggrieved party shall submit a
Certification on the Final Action on the Grievance (CFAG) which shall
contain, among others, the following information; his/hertory and final action
taken by the agency on the grievance. The Civil Service Commission
Regional Office shall Rule on the appeal in accordance with existing Civil
Service Law, Rules and Regulations.

Section 7. Composition of the Grievance Committee. Oniy personnel holding permanent

appointments shall be elected or designated as members of the BuCor Grievance
Committee. In the appointment or election of the Committee members, their
integrity, probity, sincerity, and credibility shall be considered. Membership in the
Committee shall be considered part of the member's regular duties.

The Bureau of Corrections shall establish separate Grievance Committees in its

National Headquarters and Operating Prisons and Penal Farms. The compositions
are as follows;

7.1, National Headquarters

7.1.1. The Directorate for Administration which is responsible for Human

Resource Management (HRM) shall act as Chairperson;

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7.1.2. Two (2) members coming from the Directorial Staff or officers
holding equivalent positions, by such officers from among
themselves;

7.1.3. Two (2) members from the rank and file, as well as their designated
alternates, who shall be chosen through a general assembly or any
other mode of selection to be conducted for the purpose - one (1)
from the first level and another from the second level. The first level
representative shail participate in the resolution of grievances of
first level employees while the second level representative shall
participate in the resolution of grievances of second ievel
employee. Both shall serve on the Committee for a term of two (2)
years. Provided, that in case a Non-Uniformed Personnel (NUP) is
involved in the grievance, one (1) representative from the NUP
shall be chosen to participate in its resolution;

7.1.4. The Bilis Aksyon Partner (BAP) duly designated; and

7.1.5. HRD as secretariat.

7.2. Operating Prisons and Penal Farms

7.2.1. The Chief, Administrative Office shall act as Chairperson;

7.2.2. Two (2) members coming from the Division Chiefs, by such officers
from among themselves;

7.2.3. Two (2) members from the rank and file, as well as their designated
alternates, who shall be chosen through a general assembly or any
other mode of selection to be conducted for the purpose - one (1)
from the first level and another from the second level. The first level
representative shall participate in the resolution of grievances of
first levei employees while the second level representative shall
participate in the resolution of grievances of second ievel
employee. Both shall serve on the Committee for a term of two (2)
years. Provided, that in case a Non-Uniformed Personnel (NUP) is
involved in the grievance, one (1) representative from the NUP
shall be chosen to participate in its resolution;

7.2.4. The Bilis Aksyon Partner (BAP) duly designated; and

7.2.5. HR unit of the OPPF as secretariat.

Section 8. Functions and Responsibilities of the Grievance Committee. In addition to

finding the best way to address specific grievance, the Committee shall have the
following functions and responsibiiities:

8.1. Estabiish internal procedures and strategies;

8.2. Develop and implement pro-active measures or activities to prevent

grievances, such as an employee assembly which shall be conducted at
least once every quarter, “talakayan", counseling and other HRD
interventions. Minutes of the proceedings of these activities shall be
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8.3. Undertake continuing information drive on Grievance Machinery among

officials and employees in collaboration with the Human Resource Division;

8.4. Conduct dialogue between and among the parties involved;

8.5. Undertake investigation and hearing(s) within ten (10) working days from
receipt of the grievance and render a decision within live (5) working days
after the investigation;

8.6. Direct the documentation of the grievance including the preparation and
signing of written agreements reached by the parties involved;

8.7. Issue Certification on the Final Action on the Grievance (CFAG) which shall
contain, among other things, the history and final action taken by the Agency
on the grievance; and

8.8. Submit a quarterly report of its accomplishments and status of unresolved

grievances to the Civil Service Commission Regional Office concerned.

Section 9. Amendment. The CSC approved Grievance Machinery shall be subject to

subsequent amendment depending upon the evaluation of the CSC or the emerging
needs of the BuCor.

CHAPTER 8
BUCOR ADMINISTRATIVE CASES

Section 1. Administering Office. The Internal Affairs Service (IAS) and the Legal Service are
separate and distinct, both shall be treated differently. IAS has the sole authority over
all administrative cases brought against all BuCor personnel either motu proprio or
through a valid complaint, serving as the disciplining arm of the BuCor, established
directly under the Office of the Director General (ODG) to ensure public
accountability and utmost discipline in the corrections service.

The dispensation of the administrative case in the BuCor in the most economical,
expeditious means, and most responsive to the needs of all stakeholders, and
sufficient to protect public service. It shall also insure uniformity in adjudication of
administrative complaints against erring personnel.

The investigation, prosecution, and adjudication of the administrative cases before

the disciplining authorities shall be summary and inquisitorial in nature and shall not
necessarily adhere to the technical rules of procedure observed in judicial
proceedings and the pertinent provisions of the Civil Service laws, rules and
regulations, the Revised Rules of Court and jurisprudence decided by the Supreme
Court, unless specifically adopted, shall be applied suppletorily.

Section 2. OPPF IAS. The establishment of Operating Prisons and Penal Farms-IAS (OPPF-
lAS) and the adaptation of uniform procedures in the National Headquarters (NHQ)
and all OPPF are indispensable for the effective and speedy disposition of all
disciplinary and non-disciplinary administrative cases.

Section 3. Procedural Guidelines. The following are essential guidelines in handling

administrative cases:

3.1. Case evaluation of complaints or investigation reports, or motu proprio

evaluation of cases for further investigation, dropping, or termination of the
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3.2. Issues Notice or Show Cause Order, for the respondent’s formal response,
whereby copies of the complaint and investigation reports are attached for
reference;

3.3. The Case Evaluator shall submit a Resolution with a recommendation, either
for the dismissal of the case or for the issuance of a Formal Charge, upon
establishment of a prima facie case;

3.4. The Resolution with recommendation for dismissal of the case shall be
forwarded with the complete case folder to the Chief, BuCor IAS for proper
disposition and shall be returned to the respective OPPF-IAS for appropriate
action; and

3.5. The Resolution with recommendation for issuance of Formai Charge shall be
submitted for signature and approval by the Director General through Chief,
BuCor IAS and the same shall be returned to the respective OPPF-IAS for
appropriate action.

Section 4. Election Of Formal Investigation. The following are essential guidelines in the
election of Formal Investigation:

4.1. A Hearing Committee (HC) shall be created in each OPPF by the respective
Superintendent, in reference to Memorandum Circular No. 31 series of 2017,
or the Creation of IAS;

4.2. The HC shall be assisted by personnel from BuCor/OPPF-IAS as Committee

Secretariat and Stenographer; and

4.3. If the respondent so elects, the HC shall review the subject’s case folder and
conduct the required Formal Investigation; the mere submission of a Position
Paper by both parties is sufficient to decide a case.

Section 5. Decision. The following are essential guidelines in processing Decision for
administrative cases:

5.1. After submission of the respondent’s iast pleading to the Formal Charge, a
Decision/Resolution shall be drafted by the HC and submitted to the Chief,
OPPF-IAS for initial review;

5.2. Reviewed draft Decision/Resolution of the HC shall be then transmitted to

Chief, BuCor IAS for final review prior to the Director General
approval/d isapproval;

5.3. Within fifteen (15) days upon receipt of the Decision by the respondent, a
Motion for Reconsideration (MR) may be filed to the Director General through
the Chief, BuCor IAS; and

5.4. Within fifteen (15) days upon receipt of the denial of the MR, the respondent
may file an appeal before the Secretary of the Department of Justice, copy
furnished BuCor IAS.
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BOOK II
SECURITY AND OPERATIONS

CHAPTER 1
ADMISSION AND CONFINEMENT OF PDL

Section 1. Reception and Diagnostic Center (RDC). Every newly committed PDL shall be
mandatorily housed at the RDC for not more than sixty (60) days, comprising of a 5-
day quarantine period and a 55-day orientation, diagnostic evaluation, and initial
security classification, after which, he/she shall be transferred to his/her assigned
corrections facility based on the approved resolution of the RDC Initial Classification
Board.

Section 2. Facility. The RDC shall be a separate facility located outside of the security camps
(e.g. Maximum, Medium and Minimum).

Section 3. Admission Process. The RDC in each regional OPPF, shall receive a PDL from
any competent authority upon presentation of the original and/or certified true copies
of the following documents:

3.1. Mittimus or Commitment Order (must bear the dry seal of the court and the
signature of the judge), or Recommitment Order;

3.2. Information and Court decision in the case;

3.3. Certificate of Detention, if any;

3.4. Certification of on Appeal/Non-Appeal and No Pending Case;

3.5. Provincial Form 35/Jail Booking Sheet with Mug Shots;

3.6. Detainee's Manifestation;

3.7. Certificate of GCT/WTASTM/STAL;

3.8. Pregnancy Test (female offenders);

3.9. Medical Certificate and Medical Records;

3.10. Chest X-ray result;

3.11. Drug Dependency Examination Certificate/Result, as required in the case

decision; and

3.12. Other related documents that may be required prior to the admission.

Any deficiency or lacking in the aforementioned requirements shall be a sufficient

ground for RDC to refuse or deny admission.

Section 4. Female PDL. A female PDL shall be received only at the Correctional Institution for
Women (CIW).

Section 5. Confinement of Convicted Children in Agricultural Camps and Other Training

Facilities. Child in Conflict with the Law (CICL) shall be committed directly to
agricultural camps. Its operation shall be supervised and controlled by BuCor in
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Section 6. Body Search of PDL and Personal Belongings. Upon admission, the PDL shali
be searched thoroughiy. He/she shali be allowed to possess such articles as
authorized. A list of all articles taken from the PDL shall be entered in the PDL's
record and receipted by the Officer-in-Charge thereof.

6.1. Personal belongings/effects of PDL - The PDL, subject to the approval of

the Superintendent, may bring items deemed essential to his/her well-being.
Provided that, the quantity, nature, and dimension thereof shall not interfere
with the safety, security and living conditions of the PDL and others.

6.2. Wearing of jewelry - A PDL may not wear jewelry items. He/She may,
however allowed to wear an inexpensive/cheap watch.

6.3. Money - A PDL shall be asked to declare any amount of money in his/her
possession. He/She shall be apprised that the same shall be relinquished
to the camp Trust Fund Officer and subjected to the existing policies. Any
money undeclared and found in the possession of the PDL shall be treated
as contraband and confiscated accordingly.

6.4. Medicines - /^y medicine brought in by PDL shall be turned over to the
infirmary/hospital. The medical officer on duty shall decide on its proper
dispensation.

6.5. Confiscation of Contraband - Narcotics and all other prohibited drugs or

substances, the possession and/or use of which are punishable by laws, all
types of weapons, substances or chemicals that may cause injury to persons,
and items or articles which a PDL are not allowed to possess under
corrections rules or the law in general are deemed as contraband items and
shall be confiscated accordingly without prejudice to any criminal prosecution
against the PDL, where applicable.

6.6. Any items that are not allowed inside the security camp in the possession of
the newly transferred PDL shall be confiscated and safekept subject for return
to the immediate family within the period of six months otherwise will be
forfeited in favor of the government or to be disposed of accordingly.

Section 7. Receiving. Upon admission, the PDL shall be registered by the Receiving Officer
and processed accordingly:

7.1. Registration Logbook - all committed PDL shall be officially recorded and
must contain the basic entries, to wit;

7.1.1. Name of PDL;

7.1.2. Jail of origin:

7.1.3. Date and hour of admission;

7.1.4. Name of escort, contact number, email address (if any); and

7.1.5. Name of receiving officer.

7.2. Issuance of Certificate of Appearance to the Committing Officer - The

Jail/Police/Committing personnel shall be issued an appropriate Certificate of
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Appearance by the Overseer office, without delay and whether the purpose
of the appearance is complete or otherwise, upon presentation of proper
identification credentials and a mission order/directive.

7.3. Taking of fingerprints for the Registration Form, Criminal Fingerprint Chart,
and Registration Sheet Form shall be conducted by the Identification Unit
simultaneously with the taking of mug shots and photographs for the Carpeta
conducted by Photography Unit. The original copy of the documents
comprising the Carpeta shall be forwarded to the PDL Documents Processing
Division (PDPD), duplicate original/certified true copy of the documents
comprising the Carpeta shall be forwarded to the respective PDL Documents
Processing Sections (PDPS) and Overseer Sections of corrections facility.

7.4. PDL Number - a newly- committed PDL shall be duly assigned a PDL number.

7.5. Issuance of PDL provisions - A PDL shall be initially issued with the following
personal supplies:

7.5.1. Toothbrush;

7.5.2. Toothpaste;

7.5.3. Pair of Slippers;

7.5.4. Briefs/Panties;

7.5.5. Brassieres;

7.5.6. Prescribed Uniform;

7.5.7. Short Pants;

7.5.8. Jogging Pants;

7.5.9. Bath Soap;

7.5.10. Laundry Soap;

7.5.11. Shoes;

7.5.12. Bath Towel;

7.5.13. Mosquito Net;

7.5.14. Mat;

7.5.15. Blanket;

7.5.16. Pillow with Pillowcase; and

7.5.17. PDL handbook.

7.6. A male PDL shall undergo the regulation haircut and his beard/mustache
must be shaved off.

7.7. Hairpieces or wigs may be worn when recommended by the medical officer
of the BuCor and approved by the Superintendent.
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7.8. An Admission Slip shall be given to the Security and Housing Unit (SHU)
and Kitchen and Mess Hall Unit which shall indicate where the PDL will be
quarantined.

Section 8. Quarantine. The PDL shall be placed in a regular Quarantine Cell for at least five
(5) days for medical observation, during which:

8.1. A Medical/Psychiatric examination shall be given to determine any

handicap, physical or mental illness. A PDL found to be suffering from any
communicable disease, mental or other severe illness/es shall be
immediately confined in the Corrections Hospitai/Infirmary; and

8.2. An Interview of the PDL by the Overseer Section shall be made to gather
data/information to complete the Registration Form and are to be provided to
all Diagnostic Sections. The PDL shall list down the names of his/her relatives
or authorized visitors to be recorded in his/her Visitor’s Registration Fonn. In
case of illiterate/handicapped PDL, he/she shall be assisted by the Overseer
Officer to fill in the necessary information. After compietion, the PDL Record
Jacket (PRJ) shall be forwarded to Identification Section (iD) for verification.

Section 9. Assignment of PDL. After the quarantine period, the PDL shall be transferred to a
regular cell as assigned by the Overseer. During the stay at RDC, the PDL shall
undergo the mandatory orientatton, diagnostics, and classification for the next fifty-
five (55) days.

Section 10. Mandatory Orientation. The PDL shali be oriented on corrections facility’s rules and
regulations, PDL rights and privileges, diagnostics procedures, PDL reformation
programs, health services. Time Allowances and PDL Grievance Machinery.

CHAPTER 2
PDL DIAGNOSTICS

Section 1. Diagnostics. The PDL shall undergo procedures to be facilitated by the different
Diagnostics Assessment. The results of said examinations shall be the basis for the
PDL’s recommended reformation programs.

1.1. Medical Assessment — The PDL shall undergo complete physical and mental
examination to determine the medical history and present overall physical
and mental fitness. This will also detennine the PDL’s immediate medical
needs and serve as a reference in providing immediate medical interventions.

1.2. Sociology Assessment - The PDL shall undergo interview regarding his/her
social background and societal role to facilitate his/her welfare needs.

1.3. Psychology Assessment - The PDL shall undergo Psychological Case

History Interview, and battery of standardized psychological tests consisting
of Mental Ability, Personality and Aptitude.

1.4. Educational Assessment - The PDL shall be assessed as to his/her

educational background and recommend appropriate educational program as
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1.5. Vocational Skills Assessment - The PDL shall be assessed as to his/her

skills, training, and previous employment records.

Section 2. Case Coordination. The Case Coordination Section shall be in-charge with the
gathering of diagnostic reports, conduct of comprehensive assessment and
evaluation on PDL for the completion of CMR for submission to the RDC Overseer
and POPS.

Section 3. Program Monitoring and Assessment. The Program Monitoring and Assessment
Section shall monitor the PDL’s participation to the recommended reformation
programs within six (6) months after being transferred, after which evaluate and
submit recommendation to the Chief, RDC for proper disposition.

CHAPTER 3
CLASSIFICATION OF PDL

Section 1. Classification Board. The RDC shall be responsible for the conduct of initial
classification of every PDL admitted. A PDL shall be classified according to sentence
and security risk.

The Board shall convene to determine the appropriate individual Reformation

Programs and Security Classification of PDL. taking into considerations the following
order of priorities:

1. Mental Health;

2. Physical capability and capacity:

3. Educational attainment;

4. Skills and/or talents; and

5. Prior occupation

On the other hand, a re-classification board in each security camp shall be created,
which will be responsible in determining the eligibility of the PDL for transfer to another
security camp or downgrading of security status.

1.1. Initial Classification Board

Chairperson RDC Camp Commander

Vice-Chairperson Deputy Camp Commander
Members Chief, Medical Section
Chief, Education Section
Chief, Vocational Skills Section
Chief, Intelligence and Investigation Section
Colony/Camp Chief Overseer
Chief, Monitoring Section
Chief, Psychology Section
Chief, Sociology Section
Secretariat Case Coordination Section

1.2. Maximum and Medium Security Camps Classification Board

Chairperson Camp Commander

Vice-Chairperson : Deputy Camp Commander
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Members Chief, Medical Section
Chief. Board of Discipline
Chief, Intelligence and Investigation Section
Camp Reformation Coordinator
Secretariat Chief, Overseer Section of Security Camp

Section 2. Security Classification of PDL. Shall be assigned to any of the following security
groups:

2.1. Maximum Security - This shall include highly dangerous or high security risk
PDL who require a high degree of control and supervision. Under this
classification are:

2.1.1. Those sentenced with Capital Offenses;

2.1.2. Those whose minimum sentence is above twenty (20) years

imprisonment;

2.1.3. Those whose sentence is on appeal before the Court of Appeals or

the Supreme Court;

2.1.4. Those with pending cases;

2.1.5. Those who are considered as recidivists, habitual delinquents and

escapees;

2.1.6. Those confined at the Reception and Diagnostic Center;

2.1.7. Those under disciplinary punishment or safekeeping;

2.1.8. Those who are criminally insane or those with severe personality or
emotional disorders that make them dangerous to fellow PDL or the
BuCor Officer/Personnel; and

2.1.9. High-Risk, High-Profile, High-Risk and High-Profile; and Violent

Extremist Offenders.

2.19.1. High Risk PDL - those who are considered as extremely

dangerous and require a more stringent security, control
and supervision due to their supposed capability or
capacity to escape, be rescued or instigate acts of
violence inside the correctional facility. This includes
those who are charged and convicted of heinous crimes
as defined under R.A. 7659, as amended. Also included
are those who were former servicemen (AFP, PNP, etc.)
and those whose life is under impending threat or danger.

2.19.2. High Profile PDL - those who require a high degree and
sustained security because the crime they committed had
garnered intense media coverage or sensationalized,
controversial, notorious or have stirred public outrage or
interest, and those whose social or personality status is
considered famous or renown.
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2.1.9.3. Violent Extremist Offenders (VEO) - those whose crimes

are based on the beliefs and actions that support or use
violence to achieve ideological, religious or political goals.
This includes terrorism and other forms of politically
motivated and collective violence.

2.2. Medium Security - This shall include PDL who cannot be confined in a less
secured areas and those whose conduct or behavior require a lesser degree
of supervision. Under this classification are:

2.2.1. Those whose sentence of imprisonment is twenty (20) years and

below;

2.2.2. Those who are below eighteen (18) years of age or considered as
Children in Conflict with the Law (Cl CL), regardless of the case and
sentence;

2.2.3. Those who have two (2) or more records of escapes. They can be
classified as medium security PDL if they have served eight (8) years
since they were recommitted. Those with one (1) record of escape
must serve five (5) years; and

2.2.4. First offenders sentenced to life imprisonment. They may be

classified as medium security PDL if they have served five (5) years
in maximum security camp, upon recommendation of the
Superintendent. Those who were detained in a city and/or provincial
jail shall not be entitled to said classification.

2.3. Minimum Security - This shall include those who can be reasonably trusted
to serve their sentence under less restricted conditions. Under this category
are:

2.3.1. Those without pending case and whose convictions are not on
appeal;

2.3.2. Those with severe physical handicaps as certified by the Medical

Officer;

2.3.3. Those who are sixty-five (65) years old and above;

2.3.4. Those who have served one-half (1/2) of their minimum sentence or
one-third (1/3) of their maximum sentence, excluding Good Conduct
Time Allowance; and

2.3.5. Those who have only six (6) months more to serve before the
expiration of their maximum sentence.

Section 3. Color of Uniform. The color of the uniform of a PDL shall be based on his/her
security classification, as follows:

3.1. Maximum Security - Tangerine;

3.2. Medium Security — Blue; and

3.3. Minimum Security - Brown.

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CHAPTER 4
CONFINEMENT AND ACCOMMODATION OF PDL

Section 1. Operating Prisons and Penal Farms. The whoie OPPF shall be under the control
and supervision of the Superintendent. An OPPF shall, whenever possible, have
separate camps for the segregation of PDL according to their security classification.
There shall be at least five (5) types of camps: The SuperMax (Heinous Crimes
Facility). Maximum, Medium, Minimum and RDC Camps. Administration, security
and safekeeping and reformation of each camp shall be under the supervision of a
Camp Commander and assisted by a Deputy Camp Commander.

Section 2. Separate Places of Confinement The initial and camp classification boards shall
internally classify PDL and be segregated, if facilities permit, according to crimes
committed based on the related penal codes such as Crime Against Persons, Crimes
Against Properties, Crimes Against Chastity, so on and so forth, as well as by the
order related Special Laws, Custom and Immigration Laws.

In addition, PDL may also be placed in a separate place of confinement with

hereunder categories:

2.1. Heinous Crimes Offender (under RA11928);

2.2. Children in Conflict with the Law (CICL) (under RA 9344);

2.3. High-Risk and/or High-Profile PDL;

2.4. Persons with Physical Disability;

2.5. Senior Citizen;

2.6. Those with mental illness;

2.7. Drug Dependents;

2.8. Violent Extremist Offender;

2.9. Those exhibiting violent behavior who may cause imminent

danger to the lives and limbs of Officers and other PDL; and

2.10. Violators of rules and regulations as recommended by BOD.

Section 3. Corrections Facility Accommodation Standards. The BuCor shall operate with a
standardized facility/ies, for security, reformation, and administrative purposes,
through ail its comectional institutions. All facilities shall be in conformity with the
Philippine building, architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing, fire safety, flood
codes/standards and must be accessible to persons with disability (PWD). The
following facilities should be established, to wit:

3.1. Dormitory;

3.2. Administrative Building;

3.3. Perimeter/Security Fence with Post Tower;

3.4. Hospital/Infirmary;
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3.5. Recreation/Multipurpose Hall;

3.6. Training/Lecture Center;

3.7. Workshop Facilities;

3.8. Kitchen and Mess Hall;

3.9. Visiting Area;

3.10. Conjugal Rooms;

3.11. Water Supply System;

3.12. Powerhouse;

3.13. Service Personnel Facilities;

3.14. Due for Release Dormitories; and

3.15. Separation and Piacement Center

CHAPTER 5
TRANSFER OF PDL

Section 1. Transfer of PDL to Another OPPF. A PDL may be transferred by the Director General
upon the recommendation of the PDL Transfer Board concerned to another OPPF.

Section 2. Transfer of PDL within OPPF. A PDL may be transferred within the OPPF based on
the approved resolution of the Classification Board or deemed necessary for security
reasons. A PDL transfer must be duly covered by a Corrections Order issued by the
Superintendent.

Sections. Transfer Requirements. Every PDL transfer shall be accompanied by his/her

Duplicated Carpeta, which shall include the following, to wit;

3.1. Certificate of Pending/No Pending Case;

3.2. Certificate of On-Appeal/Non-Appeal;

3.3. Medical Diagnostic Record;

3.4. Visitation Registration Form;

3.6. Case Management Record;

3.7. Case Information/Decision;

3.8. Detainee’s Manifestation;

3.9. Certificate of Detention;

3.10. Certificate of GCTA or other time allowances from jail;

___________ 3.11. Four (4) 2 X 2 ID photo; and

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3.12. Registration Form.

Section 4. Other Transfers. Other PDL transfers are as follows:

4.1. Transfer of PDL with Mental Illness - A PDL who has been confirmed with
mental illness may be transferred to a mental health facility upon the
recommendation of Director, Directorate Health and Services with the approval
of the Director General. Such transfer, however, must be properly
communicated to the sentencing court;

4.2. Transfer of PDL to a stockade of military and other law enforcement agencies
- For purposes as hereunder stated shall be duly covered with Memorandum
of Agreement/Understanding between the parties concerned:

4.2.1. For confinement - The confinement of a PDL under the following

classifications may be transferred to a military or other law
enforcement agency upon order of competent authority;

4.2.1.1. High-Profile:

4.2.1.2. High-Risk;

4.2.1.3. High Value Target;

4.2.1.4. Violent Extremist Offenders; and

4.2.1.5. Under Witness Protection Program; or

4.2.1.6. As directed by competent authority.

4.2.2. For manual service - A certified Minimum-Security risk PDL may

be utilized as manual worker provided that the PDL does not belong
to any of the following categories:

4.2.2.1. Classified in the preceding sub-section;

4.2.2.2. Serving reclusion perpetua, life imprisonment, or

sentenced with capital punishment;

4.2.2.3. With record of escape;

4.2.2.4. Recidivist/Habitual Delinquent;

4.2.2.5. Serving sentence for a crime involving moral turpitude;

4.2.2.6. Female PDL;

4.2.2.7. Had previously been transferred to a military or other law

enforcement agency stockade and was returned to a
corrections facility for just cause;

4.2.2.S. More than fifty (50) years old or can no longer perform
manual work due to health condition; and
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4.2.2.9. With pending case or a witness in any pending criminal

case.

4.3. Transfer to Any Jail Facility - The President of the Phiiippines may direct,
as the occasion may require, the transfer of PDL from a security camp to a
jail. Likewise, a PDL whose sentence has already expired but still has a
pending case shall be transferred or turned over to a Jail under the
jurisdiction of the court where the case is pending.

Section 5. Mental and Physical Examination of PDL to be Transferred. The PDL must
undergo a mental and physical examination prior to his/her transfer, unless otherwise
directed by the Director General for security reasons. Provided, that said
examinations of PDL shall be done at the facility where he/she has been transferred.

CHAPTER 6
MOVEMENT OF PDL

Section 1. Movement of PDL Outside Security Camps. The Director General may authorize
a PDL to be taken out of the security camp, under the following instances:

1.1. To appear in court, subject to the condition that an express authority of the
Supreme Court is obtained upon proper application to effect the transfer of a
PDL;

1.2. To appear before in any Congressional inquiry in aid of legislation;

1.3. For medical examination/treatment or hospitalization in an outside clinic or

hospital:

1.3.1. Emergency Referral - duly approved by the Superintendent; and

1.3.2. Regular Referral/OPD - prior approval of the DOJ Secretary is

required.

1.4. To view the remains of a deceased relative — A Medium or Minimum Security

PDL may be allowed to view the remains of his/her relatives upon written
application and submission of original or certified true copies of Local Civil
Registrar (LCR)/Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) of the death certificate,
the burial permit, and the documents specified hereunder:

1.4.1. Marriage Certificate/Contract (Wife or Husband):

1.4.2. Birth Certificate of the child and marriage certificate of the PDL or
Birth Certificate of the child only in case of unmarried parents (Child);

1.4.3. Birth Certificate of brother/sister and Birth Certificate of the PDL

(Brother/Sister):

1.4.4. Birth Certificate of the PDL (Father/Mother);

1.4.5. Birth Certificate of the grandchild and of the latter's parent who is the
child of the PDL (Grandchild): or

1.4.6. Birth Certificate of the PDL and of his/her parent who is the child of
the deceased grandparent (Grandparent).
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In the case of high-risk or high-profile PDL, the application and its supporting
documents, together with the PDL record, the favorable recommendation of
the Superintendent thereof and the Director General, shall be forwarded to
the Secretary of Justice for approval or consideration at least three (3)
working days before the privilege is to be availed.

The PDL may be allowed not more than three (3) hours upon arrival to view
the deceased relative in the place where the remains lie in state but shall not
be allowed to pass any other place in transit, or to join the funeral cortege.

The privilege may be availed only if the deceased relative is in a place within
a radius of thirty (30) kilometers by road from the corrections facility. Where
the distance is more than thirty (30) kilometers, the privilege may be extended
if the PDL can leave and return to his/her place of confinement during the
daylight hours of the same day.

1.5. CIW-PDL visit to PDL relatives confined to the nearest OPPF; and

1.6. When perfonning work institutional assignments outside of security camps.

Section 2. Primary Duties of Escort Personnel. Escort personnel shall always exercise
extreme caution and shall ensure that the PDL does not:

2.1. Escape;

2.2. Converse with unauthorized persons;

2.3. Obtain forbidden articles, especially intoxicants or weapons;

2.4. Annoy passersby; and

2.5. Suffer harm or humiliation.

Section 3. Distance of Corrections Officer from PDL. In escorting a lone PDL, who is under
restraint, a Corrections Officer shall keep an arm’s length distance from his/her
charge.

If escorting a group of PDL, a guard shall keep a distance of not less than ten (10)
paces from his/her charge. Upon arrival at the destinatbn, he/she shall station
himself/herself at a vantage point where all PDL are within sight and can be properly
controlled.

When on board a ship or boat, the group of PDL shall be positioned in the most
secured part of the vessel and shall be required to sit. The escort personnel shall
station himself/herself at strategic points where he/she can effectively respond. A
PDL shall not be allowed to stand or move about until the vessel is ready to dock,
except when the escort personnel need to have a dear view of the port and starboard
passages.

Section 4. Basic Escort Procedures. An escort personnel shall strictly observe the instructions
written at the back of the PDL’s pass and the purpose and destination of the escort
mission. These include, but not limited, to the following:
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4.1. While in transit, the PDL shall not be allowed to stop at any place or contact
any person until the destination is reached;

4.2. A PDL shall at all times be placed under proper restraint e.g. handcuffs.
However, for escort duties for court hearing, the same shall be removed only
upon the instruction of the judge. A PDL shall be returned to the corrections
facility immediately after the purpose of the pass has been served; and

4.3. The use of a privately-owned vehicle in transporting a PDL is prohibited.

Section 5. Escort Procedures for Court Appearance. In escort duties for court hearing, the
Superintendent shall provide at least two (2) Corrections Officers for every PDL.
However, when two or more PDL are to be escorted, the number of Corrections
Officers may be reduced proportionally without sacrificing security requirements. If a
PDL is identified as high profile, high risk, VEO, High Value Target (HVT), additional
escort personnel shall be assigned.

Section 6. Appearance in Metro Manila courts. In conducting appearances in Metro Manila

courts, the escort detail shall be headed by a Senior Corrections Officer. If the court
concerned Is in the suburbs of Metro Manila e.g., Cavite, Bulacan, Rizal, Laguna and
Batangas, the escort personnel shall return his/her wards to the NBP or CIW
immediately after the hearing.

Section 7. Turnover of PDL to Local Jail. A Corrections Officer assigned to escort a PDL for
court hearings who cannot return to the corrections facility of origin on the same day
shall request the court to issue an order turning over the PDL to the nearest
provincial/city jail or police detention cell. The escort personnel shall not stay in a
private dwelling or hotel with the PDL.

Section 8. Acknowledgment of Turnover of PDL. Upon turn-over of the PDL to an authorized

officer at the destination, the escort-in-charge shall secure an acknowledgment
receipt for the custody of the PDL. It shall clearly bear the name of the receiving
officer, his/her designation and the date and time the PDL was received.

Section 9. Procedure if Escort Personnel Becomes Sick. If the escort personnel become
sick, he/she shall notify the Superintendent, through the Chief, Escort Group, of the
corrections facility of origin thereof by the fastest means available so that a
replacement can be sent to continue the mission.

Section 10. Fake or Spurious Subpoena. If the subpoena turns out to be spurious, or if, in spite
of a valid subpoena, the scheduled trial is not held, the PDL shall be immediately
returned to the corrections facility of origin unless not feasible in which case the PDL
shall be immediately turned over to the nearest jail/police detention facility. The
escort-in-charge shall submit a written report to the Superintendent, through the
Chief, Escort Group, on the matter.

Section 11. Certificate of Appearance. Immediately after the trial but before leaving the court
premises, the escort-in-charge shall secure from the clerk of court a certificate or
other proof of appearance.

Section 12. Procedure During Outside Movement of PDL. The following security procedures
shall be observed during the outside movement of a PDL:

12.1. Before departure from the corrections facility

12.1.1. The written mission order issued by the Superintendent, the

mittimus and other corrections records of the PDL shall be given to
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the escort personnel. In case of a detainee, the records shall

include the written authorization of the appellate or sentencing
court for the outside movement of the detainee.

12.1.2. Whenever possible, the transfer shall be effected during the

daylight hours.

12.1.3. The escort personnel shall be given detailed instructions on his/her

duties and responsibilities, to include the instruction that he/she
uses the most direct travel route to his/her authorized destination.

12.1.4. The PDL shall be thoroughly searched for contraband or deadly

weapons or objects which may be used for escape or self-
destruction.

12.1.5. Money found in the possession of the PDL shall be treated as a

contraband and duly confiscated. The same shall be turned over to
the cashier pending investigation.

12.1.6. If the PDL is to be confined and needs money for medicines or food,
he/she may be allowed to possess money withdrawn from his/her
account from the PDL Savings Program. Upon return, all expenses
incurred by the PDL shall be duly receipted and any excess or
loose change thereof shall be deposited back into the PDL's
savings account.

12.1.7. The PDL shall be placed in handcuffs or other instrument of

restraint. If there is more than one PDL to be transferred, they shall
be grouped in pairs and securely connected to one another by a
rope, ascertaining that the PDL does not have crippled, deformed
or very small hands to allow him/her to slip the handcuffs off.

12.1.8. Handcuffs shall be properly adjusted for tightness before departure

to avoid the need of adjusting the same while in transit.

12.1.9. The PDL shall stay inside the corrections facility premises until the
vehicle to be used in transporting him/her is ready for boarding. The
PDL shall board a motor vehicle ahead of the escort personnel.

12.2. In Transit

12.2.1. The handcuffs or instruments of restraint shall not be removed

while the PDL are in transit. A PDL shall not be handcuffed to any
part of the vehicle during transit to avoid being trapped in case of a
vehicular accident.

12.2.2. If it is necessary to board public transportation such as a ship or

an airplane, the escort personnel shall position himself/herself with
his/her PDL in an area that is cleared of civilians, or if not possible,
shall sit/position himself/herself between the civilians and the PDL.

12.2,3. All PDL being escorted shall be under the supervision of an escort
personnel at all times, including going to the toilet or washroom.
The escort personnel shall always be close enough to the PDL to
respond to any untoward incident.
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12.2.4. If there is more than one (1) PDL being escorted, there shall be a
head count of PDL every turnover of shift. The escort-in-charge of
the escort personnel shall conduct an inspection during all shifts.

12.2.5. A PDL shall not be allowed to tinker with his/her handcuffs or other
instrument of restraint.

12.2.6. An escort personnel shall always walk behind and not in front of
the PDL being escorted.

12.2.7. If armed, the escort personnel shall not sit, stand or walk beside
the PDL, or in any case, ailow the PDL to reach his/her firearm.

12.2.8. The escort personnei shall not pass any unauthorized place while
in transit.

12.3. Arrival at Destination

12.3.1. Upon arrival at the authorized destination, the escort personnel and
his/her assigned PDL shall stay in the public transportation until the
same is cleared of other passengers. They shall only disembark
after the PDL and his/her personal belongings have been
searched/inspected and the transportation that will bring them to
their final destination is ready for boarding.

12.3.2. The handcuffs or instrument of restraint may be removed at the

authorized destination if there is no danger of escape.

12.3.3. The escort personnel shall return the PDL to the corrections faciiity
of origin as soon as the purpose of the outside movement has been
served.

12.4. After-Mission Report 1

12.4.1. After completing the mission, the escort-in-charge shall submit a

written report to the Superintendent, together with copies of the
transmittal letter and Certificate of Appearance.

12.4.2. In case of a PDL being transferred to another corrections facility,

jail institution, or competent authority, the responsibility for said
PDL shall remain with the custodian until formally received by
another custodian.

12.5. Medical Referrals

12.5.1. The PDL who is brought to an outside hospital for medical

treatment/examination shall be provided with at least two (2)
escorts and returned to the corrections facility of origin during the
daylight hours after treatment is compieted. Upon said return, the
Department of Justice shall be furnished copies of the PDL medicai
certificate, diagnosis and plan of management.

12.5.2. If the PDL is to be confined in a hospital, the PDL may be

handcuffed to the bed if he/she is ambulatory and there is a risk
that he/she may escape.

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Section 13. Outside Work Institution Detail of Medium and Minimum Security PDL. In case
a Medium or Minimum Security PDL is detailed to work outside the immediate vicinity
of the security camp, the following security procedures shall be observed;

13.1. In no case shall a PDL be allowed to work outside the security camp without
an escort personnel and duly covered by a Corrections Order.

13.2. Escort to PDL ratio:

13.2.1. Medium Security -1:6

13.2.2. Minimum Security - 1:10

13.2.3. in the event that the number of PDL to be escorted to work outside
exceeds the prescribed in the above-mentioned ratios, the number
of escort personnel shall be Increased accordingly.

13.3. The PDL shall be bodily searched before and after his/her work detail.

CHAPTER 7
RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES OF PDL

Section 1. Rights of a PDL. A PDL shall have the following basic rights as embodied in
domestic and international laws, specifically:

1.1. To receive an authorized compensation for any work or institutional

assignment he/she performs;

1.2. To be credited with time allowances such as Good Conduct Time Allowance
(GCTA), Special Time Allowance for Loyalty (STAL), Time Allowance for
Studying, Teaching and Mentoring (TASTM), where applicable:

1.3. To send and receive mail matter;

1.4. To practice his/her religion or faith;

1.5. To receive authorized visitors;

1.6. To ventilate his/her grievances through proper channels; and

1.7. To receive pecuniary aid and benefits for injuries or death suffered.

Section 2. Privileges of a PDL. The following privileges shall be extended to a PDL:

2.1. Attend or participate in any educational, entertainment or athletic activity

within the OPPF;

2.2. Read books in the library;

2.3. Participate in civic, religious and other activities authorized by corrections

authorities;

2.4. Receive gifts of nominal value and prepared food from visitor/s subject to
inspection; and
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2.5. Use of telephone. All PDL who demonstrate good behavior shall earn one
telephone call to an authorized individual every month. In such case, the
telephone call shall be monitored and shall have a duration not exceeding
five (5) minutes. When making the call, the PDL shall identify himself/herself
as a PDL.

CHAPTER 8
INSTITUTIONAL WORK ASSIGNMENT

Section 1. Institutional Work Assignment. A PDL may be assigned to availabie institutional

work assignment.

1.1. PDL may be assigned to work or engage in institutional work according to

his/her knowledge, skills, health and security risk that involves cleanliness,
orderliness and beautification, agro-industrial projects and general services
in the OPPF.

1.2. An able-bodied PDL may be required to work for eight (8) hours a day.
However, in the interest of service, he/she may be required to work on
extended hours or Sundays and holidays.

1.3. PDL shaii be compensated with remuneration as prescribed in the General

Appropriations Act (GAA), to be sourced from BuCor’s Fund 284.

1.4. A PDL eligible for institutional work assignment shall be included in a workers
plantilla.

Section 2. Femaie, PWD and Eideriy PDL. The foliowing shaii be the institutionai work
assignment of femaie, Persons with Disability, and elderly PDL:

2.1. Female PDL shall be assigned to an institutional work that is suitable to her
age and physical condition. She shall be supervised by female Corrections
Officers; and

2.2. Persons with Disability and Elderly may be excused to participate in work
assignments that involve heavy, rigid or physically exhausting task or
workload.

Section 3. Place of Institutional Work Assignment The designated work area for PDL shall
be, but not limited to, the OPPF premises. The Medium and Minimum Security PDL
shall be allowed to work in agricultural projects and other general services. They
shall always be under proper security escort. Maximum Security PDL shall only be
allowed to do institutional assignment within the Maximum Security Camp.

Section 4. Work Programs. Work Programs shall be conducted in security camps to promote
good habits and self-esteem among PDL and not as a means to exploit cheap prison
labor or as a punishment for deviant behavior.

Section 5. PDL Compensation. A PDL shall be retained in the institutional work assignment
and shall receive compensation thereto, provided that he/she maintains good
conduct and shows interest and a definite degree of progress in the particular work
assigned to him/her.

5.1. Keeping of Work Record of PDL - A record shall be kept showing the PDL’s
attendance and workmanship for compensation purposes. The Corrections

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Order, which bears the institutional assignment of the PDL, must reflect
his/her entitlement to compensation.

5.2. Compensation Earned, How Applied -The whole or part of the compensation
credit earned by a PDL may be forfeited and appiied to the payment of
supplies and equipment lost or damaged resulting from the PDL’s misconduct
of willful negligence. A part of the PDL earnings may be disbursed by the
Bureau for paying restitution or fines ordered by the sentencing court. The
whole compensation shall be credited to the PDL Savings Program.

CHAPTER 9
PDL SAVINGS PROGRAM

Section 1. Savings Program. Compensation credits earned by the PDL as provided for in the
preceding section and all monies received by him/her from any legitimate source
shall be deposited in the PDL General Trust Fund provided for the purpose.

1.1. Cashless Transaction - A PDL may receive or send money, borne out of
legitimate sources or transactions, only by means of a cashless transaction
through the OPPF postal or duly accredited electronic money transfer
services.

1.2. IPX (Inmate Post Exchange) - It shall operate similar to that of a commissary
or a warehouse of goods that are approved for PDL ownership and
consumption.

1.3. PDL Commerce - All purchase transactions of PDL inside security camps
shall be on a cashless basis.

Section 2. PDL General Trust Fund. It shall be established purposely for funds held in trust by
a BuCor’s designated Trust Fund Officers, derived either from money surrendered
or confiscated from a PDL, or sent by his/her relatives and friends through postal
money order or other means of money transfer as authorized by BuCor, including
those earned by PDL while serving his/her sentence.

Section 3. Indemnification. PDL shall be indemnified against injury including occupational

diseases. The indemnity should follow the rates approved by the proper authority. If
a full time or regular PDL worker is injured during regular established working hours
and injury is not the result of his/her negligence or misconduct, the PDL shall receive
regular pay for the day he/she was absent due to injury at the maximum period of six
(6) months.

Section 4. Withdrawal from Trust Fund Account The PDL may withdraw part or all from
his/her savings from the Trust Fund Officer with prior approval of the Superintendent
for purposes of the following:

4.1. Personal medical expenses (certified by the BuCor Medical Officer);

4.2. Other personal necessities: and

4.3. Immediate family financial needs.

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Section 5. Payment of Savings Program Deposit Amount to Released PDL. Upon the PDL's
discharge from the corrections facility he/she shall be immediately given the full
balance of his/her savings.

CHAPTER 10
VOLUNTEER COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECTS

Section 1. Volunteer Community Service Projects, Concept. The Director General may,
upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, authorize a PDL to participate in a
volunteer community service project. As used herein, a volunteer community service
project is one that is sponsored and deveioped by a iocai government unit or by a
nonprofit charitable organization; and Is designed to provide for the pubilc good In
keeping with the overaii goais of the community, such as community-wide
beautification or pubiic safety. The sponsoring organization shali certify to the Bureau
that its community service project wiii not dispiace regular employees, supplant
employment opportunities ordinarily available within the sponsoring organization, or
impair contracts for services.

Section 2. Nature of Volunteer Community Service Projects. A volunteer community service

project is not a work assignment. A PDL who chooses to participate therein does so
voluntarily and may not receive compensation for participation in the service project.

Section 3. Request to Participate in Community Activity. A PDL may volunteer to participate

in community service project by submitting a written request to the Superintendent.
The PDL must be given a Minimum Security classification and be otherwise eligible
for the conditions of the service project. The decision of the Superintendent to
approve or disapprove a PDL’s request shall be final.

CHAPTER 11
PECUNIARY AID TO PDL

Section 1. Pecuniary Aid to PDL Killed or Injured in the Performance of Duty. Pecuniary
aid shall be paid to a PDL, through his/her PDL savings program, who is killed, injured
or disabled while preventing a riot, prison escape, assisting during times of natural
calamities or catastrophes, or while in the performance of duties required of him/her
in any institutional work assignment and not due to his/her negligence.

Section 2. When Pecuniary Aid is Given. The pecuniary aid shall be given to the injured or
disabled PDL at the time of release or anytime during confinement if he/she so
desires. If the PDL dies as a result of the injury sustained in relation to the preceding
paragraph, prior to his/her release, payment shall be made to his/her legal heirs.

Section 3. Amount of Pecuniary Aid. The amount of pecuniary aid shall be fixed in accordance
with a schedule of benefits prepared and presented by the Director General and duly
approved by the Secretary of Justice. In no case shall the amount be lower than what
is prescribed under existing laws of the Pecuniary Aid.

CHAPTER 12
MANAGEMENT, SCREENING AND EVALUATION COMMITTEE
(MSEC) (PURSUANT TO RA10592)

There shall be created National/Central Management, Screening and Evaluation Committee and its
local counterpart in every BuCor facility, as may be necessary.
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The MSEC shall be responsible for the screening and evaluation of the POL's entitlement to GCTA,
Time Allowance for Studying. Teaching and Mentoring (TASTM), Special Time Allowance for
Loyalty (STAL) and shall submit its recommendation to the Director General for approval.

Section 1. Creation of MSEC. There shall be an MSEC created in every OPPF. The
composition of which shall be determined by the Director General of the Bureau of
Corrections. There may be several MSEC created as necessary and as determined
by proper authority.

Section 2. MSEC Office, Creation. There shall be a regular office of MSEC for each OPPF
which shall be placed under the office of the Deputy Superintendent for Operations.
The Head of MSEC shall be at least a graduate of Bachelor of Laws.

Section 3. Composition of MSEC. Membership in the MSEC shall not be less than five (5)
personnei and may inciude a representative from the appropriate records office,
reformation office or welfare and development office, discipline office,
legal/paralegai, office of the overseer, and if available, a psychologist and a social
worker.

Section 4. MSEC Observers. The MSEC shall invite representatives from the Paroie and
Probation Administration (PPA), National Prosecution Service (NPS) of the DOJ and
accredited civil society organizations to appear as observers during its deliberations.

Section 5. Access to POL's Information. The MSEC shali maintain the integrity of sensitive
personai information contained in the PDL's records and shall ensure faithful
compliance with the provisions of RA No. 10173, otherwise known as the "Data
Privacy Act of 2012”.

CHAPTER 13
TIME ALLOWANCES FOR GOOD CONDUCT, LOYALTY, AND
STUDY/TEACHING/MENTORING15

Section 1. Who may Grant GCTA. The Director Generai may grant a Good Conduct and Time
Aliowance (GCTA) to a national PDL who displays good behavior and who has no
record of breach of discipline or violation of rules and regulations. The grant of GCTA
is subject to existing laws, rules and regulations, and established jurisprudence on
the matter.

Section 2. Effects of GCTA. The Good Conduct Time Allowance shall entitle an eligible PDL
to the following deduction from the period of his/her sentence:

2.1. During the first two (2) years of his/her imprisonment, he/she shall be allowed
a deduction of twenty (20) days for each month of good behavior;

2.2. During the third to fifth year, inclusive of his/her imprisonment, he/she shall
be allowed a deduction of twenty-three (23) days for each month of good
behavior;

2.3. During the following years until the tenth year, inclusive, of his/her
imprisonment, he/she shall be allowed a deduction of twenty-five (25) days
for each month of good behavior;

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2.4. During the eleventh and successive years of his/her imprisonment, he/she
shall be allowed a deduction of thirty (30) days for each month of good
behavior; and

2.5. At any time during the period of imprisonment, he/she shall be allowed
another deduction of fifteen (15) days, in addition to the preceding items
hereof, for each month of study, teaching or mentoring service time rendered
(TASTM).

Section 3. Computation of GCTA. Calendar months and years are considered reference to
sentences and time served. Thirty (30) days constitute a month while 365 days
constitute a year in computing GCTA credits.

Section 4. Restoration of Acquiring GCTA. The GCTA which a PDL is deprived because of
misconduct shall be restored immediately after completion or full service of the
penalty imposed that affected the same.

Section 5. Special Time Allowance for Loyalty. A deduction of one-fifth (1/5) of the period of
his/her sentence shall be granted to a PDL who, after evading the service of his/her
sentence on the occasion of a disorder resulting from a conflagration, earthquake,
explosion, or similar catastrophe, or during a mutiny on which he/she has not
participated, gives himself/herself up voluntarily to the authorities within forty-eight
(48) hours following the issuance of a proclamation announcing the passing away of
such a calamity.

A deduction of two-fifths (2/5) of the period of his/her sentence shall be granted in

case said PDL choose to stay in the place of his/her confinement notwithstanding
the existence of a calamity or catastrophe enumerated in Article 158, Revised Penal
Code (RPC).

CHAPTER 14
PDL COMMUNICATION

Section 1. Right to Communicate. A PDL shall have the right to communicate or correspond
with persons and organizations and to send and receive letters, packages, books,
periodicals, and other materials that can be lawfully sent by mall.

Section 2. Censorship of Mail Matter. All mail sent or received by a PDL, as well as
magazines, books, periodicals, and all reading matters, shall be subjected to
censorship to prevent the entry of contraband and the entry or exit of information that
may adversely affect the security of the corrections facility.

Section 3. Guidelines on Censorship of Mail Matter. The sending and receiving of mail by all
PDL shall be governed by the following guidelines:

3.1. PDL mail shall be secured until such time that the authorized
personnel/censors examined it;

3.2. PDL mail shall be opened in the presence of the PDL concerned;

3.3. Mails and parcels shall be carefully examined, and fillers of any kind found
therein shall be collected for laboratory examination;

3.4. Photographs shall be marked on the reverse side and shall be placed back
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3.5. In censoring mail, prison parlance, unusual nicknames and sentences with
double meaning shall be carefully studied and deciphered:

3.6. Letters passed by censors shall bear the censor’s stamp at the top of each
page and on the envelope. The letter shall be replaced in the same envelope
and resealed;

3.7. All PDL outgoing letter should pass the censorship unit and must bear the
official stamp of the office; and

3.8. The contents of a PDL’s mail shall be confidential and shall not be discussed
with other personnel.

Section 4. What May Be Censored. All mall containing statements concerning the security or
reputation of the corrections facility like escape attempts, smuggling/trafficking of
contraband or statements that may affect corrections rules and policies, shall be
censored out.

Section 5. Collection and Delivery of Mail. The mail officer shall collect and deliver mail
matters daily, Monday through Friday. A PDL shall be advised to claim his/her mail,
if he/she fails to claim his/her letter within twenty-four (24) hours after it is received
in the correctional facility. If the PDL refuses to receive the mail, the PDL shall
execute a written manifestation (waiver) to the effect, and the mail shall be returned
to the sender through the post office.

Section 6. Expenses for Special Delivery of Mail. A PDL shall be allowed to send letters by
registered certified, stamped, or special delivery at their expense.

Section 7. Foreign PDL. A PDL of foreign nationality shall be allowed to communicate with the
diplomatic and consular representative of the State of which he/she is a national.

Section 8. Stateless PDL. A national of a state without a diplomatic or consular representation

in the country and a refugee or stateless person shall be allowed to communicate
with the diplomatic authorities of the state which takes charge of his/her interests or
any national or international tasked to protect such person.

Section 9. Online services communication. Other means of communication may be allowed

using online services platforms;

9.1. E-Dalaw - for Visitation through online or other social media platforms:

9.2. E-Burol - for Viewing the remains of PDL deceased relatives;

9.3. E-Hearing - for Court Hearing: and

9.4. Other similar services subject to rules and regulations.

CHAPTER 15
PDL MANUSCRIPT

Section 1. Manuscript Preparation. The PDL may prepare a manuscript for private use or
publication while in custody subject to censorship of prison authorities. The PDL may
use only the free time to prepare a manuscript.
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Section 2. Mailing of PDL Manuscript. The PDL may mall a manuscript as a general
correspondence following the existing rules. He/She may not, however, circulate
his/her manuscript inside the corrections facility.

Section 3. Limitation of PDL’s Accumulation of Manuscript Materials. The Superintendent

shall limit the amount of accumulated PDL manuscript material for housekeeping, fire
prevention, and security reasons.

CHAPTER 16
PDL INTERVIEW

Section 1. Request for PDL Interview - A representative of the news media may file a written
request addressed to the Director General, through the Public Affairs Service for a
personal interview of a PDL. The request shall be filed at least five (5) working days
before the proposed interview. Interviews of PDL considered as high risk or high
profile, VEO’s and the like, shall be for approval of the Secretary of Justice.

Section 2. Notification and Consent of PDL to be Interviewed — The Superintendent through

the Chief Overseer, shall notify the PDL sought to be interviewed of the request, and
shall obtain from said PDL a written consent for the interview. Otherwise, the
interview shall be outrightly denied.

Section 3. Prerequisite to Approval of Request—As a prerequisite to approving a request for

the interview of a PDL, the media representative or news organization shall give the
correctional administration the opportunity to respond to comments made by the PDL
in the interview and to release information to the news media relative to the PDL’s
comments.

Section 4. Action on Request for Interview - The Superintendent shall act on the approved
request for interview within twenty-four (24) hours from receipt thereof.

Section 5. Denial of Request for Interview - A request for interview may be denied in any of
the following instances:

5.1. The media representative, or news organization making the request does not
agree to abide by the conditions prescribed under these Rules or by the
Superintendent for the conduct of the interview;

5.2. The PDL is physically or mentally unable to participate. This must be

supported by the corrections medical officer’s statement (a psychologist may
be used to verify mental incapacity):

5.3. The PDL is below eighteen (18) years old and written consent has not been
obtained from the PDL’s parent or guardian;

5.4. The PDL is the accused or is otherwise involved in a pending criminal case;
and

5.5. The interview, if in the judgment of the Superintendent, will endanger the
health or safety of the interviewer, or would probably cause serious unrest or
disturb the good order of the security camp.

Section 6. Interviews, Where and When Held - The interviews of a PDL shall be conducted
during normal visiting hours in a place to be designated by the Superintendent.
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Section 7. Limitations - The Superintendent may iimit the entry on the number of audios,
videos and fiim equipment, or the number of media personnel entering the
corrections facility/camps if such will create disruption inside.

Section 8. Filming of Interview - If photographs or film or video footage will be taken during
the interview, the PDL concerned shall be in proper uniform and no frontal shots of
the PDL or interior shots of the corrections facilities and dormitories shall be taken.

Section 9. Waiver of Liability - Before an interview, the interviewer shall execute a waiver
exempting correctional authorities from any liability arising from death or any injury
that may be sustained while inside the facility.

Section 10. Non-Payment of PDL Who is Interviewed - The PDL who is interviewed must not
receive monetary compensation for media interviews which he may give.

CHAPTER 17
EXERCISE OF RELIGIOUS BELIEFS AND PRACTICES

Section 1. Religious Freedom. The religious beliefs and moral precepts of a PDL shall be
respected.

Section 2. Proselytizing. No corrections officer shall proselytize any PDL under his/her
supervision or allow any PDL to do so without the consent of the PDL concerned.
Reasonable opportunity and access shall be provided to PDL requesting information
about the activities of any religion with whom they may not be actually affiliated.

Section 3. Pastoral Visits. An accredited priest, minister or pastor may be allowed to hold
regular service and to pay visits in private to PDL of his/her religion at such hours as
may be prescribed by the Superintendent, with the consent of the concerned PDL.

Section 4. Worship Services. Attendance by a PDL in any worship services and similar
religious activities shall be mandatory as part of their reformation program.

Section 5. Sponsor in a Religious Rite. Any corrections officer or personnel, or his/her wife
and children, shall not act as a sponsor or otherwise actively participate in any
religious rite or activity involving a PDL or a member of the immediate family of a
PDL.

Section 6. Privileged Communication. All personal communications of a PDL to a chaplain or

priest either as a formal act of religion or as a matter of conscience, shall be treated
as a privileged communication. The chaplain or priest concerned shall not be
required to disclose said communications.

Section 7. Dietary Requirements. Any PDL observing religious feasts or celebrations may be
given raw rations or special diets in accordance with their beliefs. The cost hereof
shall be limited to the recommended daily per capita.

CHAPTER 18
VISITATION

Section 1. Visitation Rights. A PDL shall have the right to be visited by his/her authorized and
registered immediate family members and reputable friends.
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Section 2. Visitors List. The Overseer’s office shall compile and maintain a list of authorized
and registered visitors. Upon the request of the PDL, other visitors may be included
in the list after screening, interview and approval of the Superintendent.

The list may include the members of the PDL’s immediate family such as his/her
parents, stepparents, foster parents, brothers and sisters, spouse, children, and
other relatives such as: Grandparents, aunts, uncles, in-laws and cousins. In case of
minor children, he/she must be accompanied by parent/guardian and such visit is
limited to visiting area.

Other visitors may, after background check, be likewise included in the list if the PDL
will benefit from such contact.

Section 3. Visiting Days and Hours. A PDL may be visited from Wednesdays to Sundays at
7:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M., or in accordance with the rules and regulation set and
approved by the Superintendent as the need arises.

Section 4. Limitation on Visiting Rights. The Superintendent may limit the length or frequency
of visits as well as the number of visitors to avoid overcrowding. Exceptions may be
granted after considering special circumstances, such as the distance of travel of the
visitor and the frequency of the visits received by the PDL.

Section 5. Visiting Area. A corrections facility shall have a visiting area, which shall be
convenient as possible and equipped to meet the needs of visitors, including children.
Corrections Officers shall supervise the visiting area in an unobtrusive manner. They
shall not eavesdrop on conversation or otherwise interfere with the privacy of the
PDL and his/her visitor.

Section 6. Hospital Visits. A PDL confined in a corrections hospital due to a severe illness or
medical condition, upon the recommendation of the medical officer on duty, may be
visited by his/her authorized visitor at any given day during reasonable hours of the
day.

Section 7. Conjugal Visits. A male PDL may enjoy conjugal visits from his spouse where there
are facilities available and under such conditions as may be prescribed by the
Superintendent.

Section 8. Visit of Legal Counsel. A PDL may be visited by his/her iegal counsel of record at
reasonable hours of the day.

Section 9. Visitor Control. All visitors shall be subjected to a thorough body search and their
belongings/packages screened for contraband before entering the security camp;
women visitors shall be searched only by female corrections officers.

The Superintendent, through IVSU, shall ensure the orderliness of the visit and
observance of the established visitation procedures such as but not limited to the
following: queuing, listing, baggage searching, body/strip search, dress code, control
and verification, visiting pass system and priority lanes for Senior Citizen, Pregnant,
and Person with Disability (PWD).

It! no case the following visitors shall be allowed entry: unlisted/unregistered,

displaying unmiy behavior, refusing to undergo searching procedure, under the
influence of intoxicating drinks or substance, and other analogous circumstances.

In exceptional circumstances, strip/cavity search may be done in a private area with

the consent of the concerned visitor.
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Section 10. Violation of Visiting Rules. Any circumvention or vioiation of visiting ruies by the
PDL or his/her visitor shail result in the suspension of visiting rights and the initiation
of disciplinary/legal action against the erring PDL or his/her visitor.

Section 11. Filing of Criminal/Administrative Charges. Those found with contraband hidden
in their body or belongings shall be barred from entering the corrections facility and
in the proper cases, charged criminally/administratively.

Actions to be taken upon discovery of contraband during search of visitors:

11.1. Merely Prohibited and Regulated items

11.1.1. At first offense, the visitor shall be warned and recorded accordingly
that it is prohibited and that he/she is at risk of being considered
delinquent visitor if he/she does the same again. Contraband shall
be confiscated and turned over to the Evidence Custodian who shall
dispose of them accordingly.

11.1.2. If the same visitor commits the same or similar act, he/she shall be
considered as a delinquent visitor and shall be duly recorded by the
searcher in a separate logbook exclusively for visitors of such
category. The same logbook should be accessible to other
searchers.

11.1.3. As a disciplinary measure and for security reason; and upon the
recommendation of the Chief IVSU, the Superintendent may impose
an order to ban the entry of a delinquent visitor.

11.1.4. Concerned PDL may also be subjected to disciplinary process under

the PDL Disciplinary Machinery if it is established that he/she has
participated directly or indirectly in the commission of the offense.

11.2. Contrabands

11.2.1. Possession of an illegal contraband shall automatically result to the

denial of entry and immediate arrest of subject visitor pursuant to the
conditions under Sections 5 and 8 of Rule 113 - Arrest of the Revised
Rules of Court. Applicable procedures and/or provisions of RA 9165
otherwise known as the “Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of
2002" shall be properly observed and applied in case of illegal drugs.

11.2.2. The said contraband shall be duly confiscated, recorded, inventoried

and may further be used as evidence against the PDL visitor in a
criminal action/proceedings. Proper handling of evidence (i.e.
documentations and proper chain of custody) shall be observed.

11.2.3. Confiscated contraband shall be properly turned over by the seizing/

arresting officer to the concerned agency where the subject visitor
shall also be referred.

11.2.4. A PDL visitor who was found in possession of the contraband must
be coordinated and turned over immediately to the nearest police
station for filing of appropriate case against him/her with the
Prosecutor’s Office.
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11.2.5. No violence or unnecessary force shall be used in making an arrest.

The person arrested shall not be subjected to a greater restraint than
that which is necessary for his/her detention.

11.2.6. Concerned PDL may also be subjected to disciplinary process under

PDL Disciplinary Machinery if it is established that he/she has
participated directly or indirectly in the commission of the offense.

CHAPTER 19
PDL GRIEVANCE MACHINERY

Section 1. Complaint Center. To extend prompt, efficient and timely services to the PDL, there
shall be a PDL Complaints, Information and Assistance Center in each security camp
which shall be directly under the office of the Camp Commander.

Section 2. Action on Complaints. The Center shall act on all written complaints that are not
palpably frivolous, as well as requests for infomiation and assistance of PDL, within
seventy-two (72) hours from receipt thereof. All valid written complaints shall be duly
endorsed to the Camp Commander for proper disposition.

CHAPTER 20
DISCIPLINE OF PDL

Section 1. Disciplinary Controls. Efforts shall be made to instill in the minds of all PDL the
concept that self-discipline is an essential characteristic of a well-adjusted person.
Disciplinary controls on PDL shall be firm, but tempered with consideration, to ensure
safety and good order in the corrections facility. Breaches of discipline shall be handled
objectively, and sanctions thereof shall be imposed with justness and equitability.

Section 2. Due Process Accorded to PDL. Every breach of discipline shall be reported to the
proper corrections authorities. The erring PDL shall be given due process before
he/she is punished. Ignorance of the rules and regulations shall not be countenanced
or considered as an excuse for its non-observance.

Section 3. Board of Discipline; Function and Composition. A Board of Discipline (BOD) office
shall be established and maintained in each camp of the OPPF. The Board of
Discipline shall conduct a full-time administrative hearing of cases of PDL with rules
and regulations violations.

3.1. The Board of Discipline shall be composed of the following to wit;

Chairperson Camp Commander

Vice-Chairperson Deputy Camp Commander
Secretary BOD Administrative Staff
Prosecutor Chief Investigation
Members Refonnation Coordinator
Medical Officer
Chief Overseer

3.2. The BOD Administrative Staff shall be composed of the following;

3.2.3. Administrative Officer - In-charge of office communications/electronic

mail/logistics and in charge of preparing Board Resolutions,
clearances, and records maintenances.
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3.2.4. Stenographer- In-charge of the minutes of the meeting/Transcription

of Stenographic Notes.

3.2.5. BOD Administrative Staff functions:

3.2.5.1. Conduct of administrative hearings:

3.2.5.2. Encoding of case resolutions;

3.2.5.3. Filing and safekeeping of records; and

3.2.5.4. Issuance of Record Verification Clearances.

Section 4. Violation of Prison/Jail Rules and Regulations16. Violation of prison/jail rules and
regulations shall deprive the PDL from entitiement to GCTA for a number of months
corresponding to the penalty imposed by the prison/jail authority.

4.1. Light Violations - penalty of three (3) months non-entitlement to GCTA.

4.1.1. Unauthorized selling or bartering with another PDL of items not

classified as contraband;

4.1.2. Unauthorized rendering of personal service to fellow PDL;

4.1.3. Littering or failing to maintain cleanliness and orderliness In quarters

and/or surroundings;

4.1.4. Making frivolous or groundless complaints;

4.1.5. Taking the cudgels for reporting groundless complaints on behalf of

other PDL;

4.1.6. Late in formation during PDL headcount, without justifiable reason;

4.1.7. Willful waste of food;

4.1.8. An act or omission which constitute a violation of any law, where the
penalty prescribed is not more than six (6) months imprisonment; and

4.1.9. Any other act or omission analogous to the foregoing.

4.2. Less Serious Violations - penalty of six (6) months non-entitlement to GCTA

4.2.1. Failure to report for authorized mandatory activities without sufficient

Justification;

4.2.2. Failure to render assistance to injured personnel or fellow PDL;

4.2.3. Failure to assist in putting out fires inside prison/jail:

4.2.4. Behaving improperly or acting boisterously during religious, social and

other group functions;

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4.2.5. Swearing, cursing or using profane or defamatory language;

4.2.6. Malingering or pretending to be sick to avoid participation in

authorized mandatory activities;

4.2.7. Spreading rumors or malicious intrigues to besmirch the honor of any

person;

4.2.8. Failure to stand at attention and give due respect when confronted by
or reporting to any prison/jail authority;

4.2.9. Forcing fellow PDL to render personal service for another;

4.2.10. Exchanging uniforms or wearing clothes other than those issued for
the purpose of circumventing prison/jail rules;

4.2.11. Loitering or being in an unauthorized place;

4.2.12. Unauthorized writing, defacing, drawing on walls, floors, furniture or

equipment;

4.2.13. Possession of lewd or pornographic literature, photographs, and

sexual items;

4.2.14. Absence from cell, brigade, place of work during headcount, or at any
time without Justifiable reason;

4.2.15. Failure to turn over any implement or article issued after work detail;

4.2.16. Willful disobedience to a lawful order issued after detail;

4.2.17. Unruly conduct and flagrant disregard of discipline and law

instructions;

4.2.18. An act or omission which constitute a violation of any law, where the
penalty prescribed is six (6) months and one (1) day to six (6) years
imprisonment; and

4.2.19. Any other act or omission analogous to the foregoing.

Any PDL found guilty of any of the light offenses for second time shall
be meted with penalty imposable in this paragraph.

4.3. Serious Violations - penalty of twelve (12) months non-entitlement to GCTA

4.3.1. Withholding important information which may be inimical or prejudicial

to prison/jail safety and security;

4.3.2. Unauthorized use of communication equipment;

4.3.3. Making untruthful statements or lies in any official communication,

transaction, or investigation;

4.3.4. Keeping or concealing keys or locks of places in the prison/jail which

are off limits to a PDL;

4.3.5. Giving gift, selling, or bartering with any prison/jail personnel;

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4.3.6. Keeping unauthorized amount of money, jewelry, cellular phones or

other communication devices, luxurious properties and other items
classified as contraband under the prison/jail rules and regulations;

4.3.7. Tattooing others or allowing to be tattooed on any part of the body, or

keeping any paraphernalia to be used in tattooing;

4.3.8. Forcibly taking a thing of value and/or extorting money from any
person;

4.3.9. Punishing or inflicting physical injuries or harm upon a PDL or another

person;

4.3.10. Receiving, keeping, taking or drinking intoxicating beverages and of

prohibited or regulated drugs, including smoking and vaping;

4.3.11. Making, improvising or unauthorized keeping of deadly weapon;

4.3.12. Concealing or withholding information on plans of escapes;

4.3.13. Escaping, attempting or planning to escape from the correctional

facility or from the custody of any prison/jail personnel;

4.3.14. Helping, aiding, or abetting others to escape;

4.3.15. Fighting, causing any disturbance or participating therein and/or

agitating to cause such disturbance or tumults;

4.2.16. Exhibiting indecent, immoral, lascivious acts, conducts or behavior;

4.2.17. Physically assaulting any prison/jail personnel;

4.2.18. Damaging government property or equipment;

4.2.19. Participating or organizing an unauthorized disciplinary proceeding;

4.2.20. Deliberately failing to inform the authorities concerned when afflicted

with any communicable disease, such as tuberculosis,
sexuallyOtransmitted diseases, and other similar diseases or
illnesses;

4.2.21. Engaging in gambling or any game of chance;

4.2.22. An act or omission which constitute a violation of any law, where the
penalty prescribed is more than six (6) years imprisonment; and

4.2.23. Any other act or omission analogous to the foregoing.

The penalty imposable in this paragraph shall be meted to any PDL found guilty
of any of the light offenses for third or more times and less serious offenses for
second time or more.

Section 5. Procedure in Disciplinary Cases. The procedure in handling disciplinary cases

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5.1. The written complaint/s or report against any PDL having knowledge for any
breach of discipline or rules and regulations shall be filed with the Camp
Commander through the PDL complaint center.

5.2. The complaint or report must be duly signed by the complainant and shall
contain the following:

5.2.1. Identity of the PDL complained of;

5.2.2. Alleged violation or offense committed;

5.2.3. Place, date and time of commission of alleged offense; and

5.2.4. Names of possible witnesses, (if any).

5.3. The Camp Commander shall conduct the Initial investigation and submit the
report thereafter to the Superintendent.

5.4. If the Superintendent, after initial investigation, finds that the report or
complaint is baseless, he/she shall order its dismissal. Otherwise, he/she
shall authorize the IIS to conduct further investigation.

5.5. Upon recommendation of the IIS, the Superintendent may endorse the case
to the Board of Discipline or other concerned offices for proper disposition.

5.6. The Board of Discipline shall hold sessions as often as necessary. It shall
decide cases referred to it within five (5) working days after the termination of
hearings.

5.7. The hearing shall be summary in nature and shall not be bound by the
technical rules of evidence.

5.8. The decision of the Board of Discipline shall be subject for review and
approval by the Superintendent.

5.9. A decision approved by the Superintendent shall be final.

5.10. If the penalty imposed involves suspension of GCTA, the resolution shall be
approved by the Director General.

5.11. A copy of the resolution shall be forwarded both to the Overseer’s office for
Incorporation into the PRJ and to PDPD for inclusion in the PDL’s Carpeta.

Section 6. Protection of PDL from Institutional Abuse. A PDL shall be always treated with
respect and fairness. He/She shall be protected against the following:

6.1. The imposition of any cruel, unusual or degrading act as a form of disciplinary
punishment;

6.2. Corporal punishment;

6.3. The use of physical force, except in cases of self-defense, to protect another
person from imminent physical attack, or to prevent riot or escape;

6.4. Deprivation of clothing, bed and bedding, light, ventilation, exercise, food, or
hygienic facilities;

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6.5. Forced labor; and

6.6. Torture.

Section 7. Disciplinary Sanctions. The Board of Discipline shall be authorized to impose any
or combination of the following disciplinary sanctions on an errant PDL:

7.1. Caution or reprimand:

7.2. Cancellation of recreation, education, entertainment and visiting privileges;

7.3. Deprivation, suspension and non-entitlement of GCTA for a specific period in

accordance with the provisions in Section 22 and 23, CHAPTER 6, IRR of RA
10592;

7.4. Change of security status to higher classification;

7.5. Service of time in a disciplinary cell; and

7.6. Transfer to another OPPF as recommended by the Superintendent and

approved by the Director General.

There shall be a standard table of penalties bureau-wide duly approved by the

Director General. Such table of penalties shall be compliant with the Mandela Rules
and shall be periodically revisited and/or revised as the need arises.

Section 8. Mitigation of Sanctions. The Superintendent may mitigate, suspend, or modify the
penalty imposed on a PDL upon showing of exemplary conduct or when such penalty
is detrimental to his/her medical condition.

Section 9. Discharge from Disciplinary Cell. The maximum disciplinary cell confinement shall
not exceed two (2) months after which the PDL shall be issued a discharge slip.

Corrections medical officer shall periodically visit the PDL in the disciplinary cell and
advise the Superintendent if the punishment should be terminated on grounds of
physical or mental health.

Section 10. Counseling Office. A dedicated unit constituted to accommodate offenders

confined in a disciplinary cell through rejuvenation of moral and spiritual compasses
to regain self-esteem and avoid committing more violations. This office shall be
staffed with a Priest and/or Pastor, Psychologist/Psychiatrist. PDL religious leaders
and other Reformation Officers. They shall coordinate with the Overseer’s Office to
obtain the needed data of PDL who were committed to disciplinary cell.

They shall monitor the status of a PDL by a computer data base system after being
sent to disciplinary cell and assess the reason/s for in case that said PDL’s re-offense
to property address their problem.

Section 11. Use of Instruments of Restraint. Instruments of restraint such as handcuffs and
straitjackets, shall not be applied as punishment. They shall only be used for the
following purposes:

11.1. To prevent an escape during PDL transfers or movements; or

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11.2. To prevent a PDL from harming himself or others, or from destroying public
or private property.

Section 12. Limitation on Punishment to be Imposed on Female PDL. Pregnant or nursing

PDL mothers shali not be subjected to any discipiinary measures that might
adversely affect her unborn or nursing child.

Section 13. Disciplinary Punishment to Form Part of Record of a PDL. The penalty imposed
by the Board of Discipline shall form part of the Carpeta and PRJ.

CHAPTER 21
PDL RELEASE

Section 1. Basis for Release of a PDL. A PDL may be released from imprisonment upon any
of the following circumstances:

1.1. By maximum expiration of his/her sentence;

1.2. By order of the court or competent authority; or

1.3. After being granted parole, probation, or pardon, amnesty or any other form
of Executive Clemency.

Section 2. Who May Authorize the Release. The following are authorized to order or approve
the release of a PDL:

2.1. The Supreme Court or lower courts, in cases of acquittal, grant of probation,
or bail;

2.2. The President of the Philippines, in cases of executive clemency or amnesty;

2.3. The Board of Pardons and Parole, in parole cases; and

2.4. The BuCor Director General, upon the expiration of sentence of the PDL.

Section 3. Approval of Release by the Director General. A PDL shall only be released by the
Superintendent with the approval of the Director General.

Section 4. Verification of Identity of PDL to be Released. Before a PDL is released, he/she

shall be properly identified. The fingerprints and other identification marks shall be
verified with those taken upon admission including changes in his/her distinguishing
marks since admission.

Section 5. Documentary Basis for Release. PDL shall always be released with legal
documents.

5.1. A PDL shall not be released on the basis of authority relayed through
telephone, text, e-mail, viber or other electronic platforms.

5.2. PDL to be released by virtue of court order shall only be released upon receipt
by the Superintendent of a written order bearing the seal of the court and duly
signed by the clerk of court or by the judge thereof.

5.3. The release order shall bear the full name of the PDL, the crime charged, the
number of the case, and such other details as will enable the releasing officer
to properly identify the PDL to be released.

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Section 6. Prompt Release of PDL. A PDL shall be released without delay. However, before
releasing a PDL who is suffering from a communicable disease or mental
impediment, and who cannot defray the expenses of his/her treatment, the
Superintendent shall take the necessary steps to arrange for the follow-up treatment
of the PDL in an appropriate government medical institution.

Section 7. Release of Foreign National PDL. The Director General through the
Superintendent shall notify the Commissioner of Immigration and Deportation of the
release of a foreign national PDL. At least thirty (30) days before the approximate
date of release, the Director General through the Superintendent shall furnish the
Bureau of Immigration and Deportation with certified copies of the Court decision in
the case of the foreign PDL, a synopsis of his/her prison record, and the expected
date of release.

Section 8. Release of PDL with Pending Case. If the PDL to be released has a pending
criminal case, the PDL shall be turned over to the custody of the proper court where
the PDL has a pending criminal case for disposition.

Section 9. Illegal Release of PDL before and after Election17. The Director General, required
by law to keep prisoners in their custody shall not order or allow any prisoner detained
in the national penitentiary to leave the premises sixty (60) days before and thirty
(30) days after the election.

Section 10. Separation and Placement Center. Thirty (30) days before scheduled date of
release, a PDL shall be transferred to the Separation and Placement Center to
prepare him/her for re-entry into free society, provided he/she is not under
punishment or an escape risk and is cleared of his/her government property
accountability.

Section 11. Assistance to PDL to be Released. Upon the release of the PDL, he/she shall be
supplied by the Bureau with transportation allowance, meal allowance (depending
on the distance and duration of travel), grooming kit and referral letter for
employment/livelihood assistance. The computation for probable cost of
transportation en route will be the latest LTFRB approved fare guide.

CHAPTER 22
CUSTODIAL SECURITY

Section 1. Security Conditions of Security Camp. All doors, windows, and locks of security
camps shall be examined regularly to ensure their integrity and good condition. All
Corrections Officers, regardless of assignment, shall be responsible for the security
of the security camp. They shall immediately report any breach of security observed
to their immediate supervisor.

1.1. Perimeter Fences — Maximum and Medium Security Compounds must

maintain two parallel security barriers or perimeter fences provided with
sufficient lighting fixtures and CCTV cameras to prevent escapes or prison
breaks. These shall be periodically inspected by the General Services
Section and/or Diversified Maintenance Unit. Electrified fences shall be
equipped with warning signs to avoid accidental injury to both custodial
personnel and visitors.

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1.1.1. Main Perimeter fence is 6” CHB, minimum height from the finish
grade iine to the top shall not be less than 4.00 meters and 1.00
meter shall be added for barbed/concertina wire provision. Provide
1.00 meter barbed/concertina wire provision at 0.10 meter horizontal
spacing on top.

1.1.2. Secondary fence is weided wire/steei matting, minimum height from

the finish grade iine to the top is 2.50 meter and 0.60 meter shaii be
added for barbed/concertina wire provision. Provided 0.60 meter
barbed/concertina at 0.10 meter horizontal spacing on top.

1.1.3. Minimum distance of the nearest PDL dormitory or building wali to

the secondary perimeter fence is 10 meters. The minimum distance
from the secondary to main perimeter fence (internai ciear zone) is
4 meters.

1.1.4. The external clear zone, the area of the outside perimeter from the
main wall shall be 50 meters.

1.1.5. An electronic device, e.g. motion sensor, alarm surveillance camera

and cell phone jammers must be Installed at the perimeter fence to
alert all guards at post towers to thwart escape attempt.

1.2. Vehicle Control — Privately-owned vehicles of employees and residents of a

security camp shall be provided with security tags/stickers for proper
identification and clearance at the entry and exit gates. All other transportation
must be checked for both passengers and cargo.

1.3. Vehicular Access to Security Camps — No privately-owned vehicles shall be

allowed access into any security camps except upon prior written clearance
from the Superintendent. All vehicles shall be thoroughly checked at the inner
and outer gates upon entry and exit.

Section 2. Location of the Armory. The armory shall be strategically placed outside the main
security camp and distant from any PDL's activity area. However, it shall be located
where it can be easily accessed by all corrections officers in case of emergency. The
armory shall be supervised and maintained by Firearms Ordnance Section.

Section 3. Kitchen and Mess Hall —The kitchen shall be located near the premises but outside
of security camps, where stocks of food and fuel are also kept. On the other hand,
the mess hall shall be located inside security camps.

While inside the Mess Hall, the Corrections Officer on duty shall always make sure
that PDL observe cleanliness and orderliness.

Section 4. Bringing Out of PDL Food and Provisions. Visitors shall not be allowed to bring
out food or other articles issued for the consumption or use of PDL.

Section 5. Control of Prison Keys. The storing of keys should be placed in a secure locker
inaccessible to unauthorized persons. Access and inventory of prison keys should
be properly documented. Under no circumstances a Corrections Officer shall allow
a PDL to handle security camp keys. The following shall be authorized to possess
the keys of prison gates, cells, dormitories, and hospital wards:

5.1. Gate Officer:

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5.2. Shift Commander;

5.3. Keeper; and

5.4. Custodial or Medical Officer designated by the Superintendent.

A Corrections Officer who loses, misplaces, or otherwise cannot account for a prison
key shall immediately alert the Shift Commander and promptly submit a written
report.

For evacuations or other emergencies, a duplicate of the complete set of keys

maintained in one alternative location, clearly marked and labeled should be
accessible for the Superintendent.

CHAPTER 23
GUIDELINES TO BE FOLLOWED IN CRAFTING CONTINGENCY PLANS
(NATURAL AND/OR MAN-MADE DISASTER)

Section 1. Contingency Plan. In any major corrections facility disturbance, the Superintendent
shall personally take immediate control and implement a standing contingency plan
to repel the aggression and stabilize the situation. To ensure that the contingency
plan shall be applied, regular drills shall be conducted from time to time to familiarize
personnel with their duties and to ensure effectiveness and well-organized reaction
under the said plan, taking into consideration the actual strength of the corrections
officers on-duty per shift and the absolute reaction of the personnel on off duty status
upon notice of disturbance/s.

Natural Calamities

1.1.1. Fire

1.1.2. Flood

1.1.3. Earthquake

1.1.4. Tsunami/Storm surge

1.1.5. Landslide

1.1.6. Typhoon

1.1.7. Volcanic Eruption

1.1.8. Epidemics

1.1.9. Others

1.2. Man-made Calamities/Disturbance

1.2.1. Riot

1.2.2 Escape
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1.2.3. Noise barrage

1.2.4. Hostage-taking

1.2.5. Food poisoning

1.2.6. Rescue

1.2.7. Biological attacks

1.2.8. Bombing

1.2.9. Water shortage

1.2.10. Power failure

1.2.11. Others

Section 2. Raising of Alert Status. Depending on the nature of the emergency, an aiert levei
status may be declared by either the DSO (on a national scope) and Superintendent
(local scope).

2.1. In cases where there Is a supervening event (e.g. earthquake, flood,

conflagration, etc.) and/or breach of security that may transpire instantly in a
OPPF, the superintendent concerned may promptly raise an alert status.
Provided, that in both preceding acts by the Intelligence and Investigation
Division (HD) and Superintendent of raising an alert status, a direct report
shall be made immediately to the Directorate for Security and Operations
(DSO), stating the reasons thereof, assessment, and course of actions taken.

2.2. The duration of alert status shall be regulated by the DSO based on the
situation assessment and recommendation of the affected OPPF
Superintendent.

2.3. The alert status order shall specify the alert level (white, blue, red) its duration,
area of coverage, relevant information, and the actions to be taken by the
office/corrections officer or personnel concerned.

2.3.1. White Alert Status - refers to the first level for peaceful situation or
regularity in the delivery of corrections service.

2.3.2. Blue Alert Status — refers to a higher level of alert status that requires
at least 50% attendance of personnel. It Is the second stage of the
alert level during which emergency preparations are carried out
according to respective action plans.

2.3.3. Red Alert Status - refers to the highest level of alert status which
requires 100% attendance of personnel. It Is the final stage of alert
level which often requires automatic activation of an action plan for
an impending disaster or enemy attack tending to have an imminent
and/or significant impact. Personnel may be required to stay in the
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directed by higher authority) to immediately respond to critical

incident/s, or in anticipation of a possible emergency situation.

2.4. Red Alert Status shall be promptly applied in BuCor corrections faciiities
experiencing crises beyond controi.

2.5. Alert status for an impending disaster shall be declared at the earliest possible
time to give the heads of offices and their personnel ample time to prepare
and carry out plans of action and enhance readiness for extreme situations.

2.6. An aiert status indicator (circle chart) containing red, blue, and white colors
with an arrow indicating the alert level shall be displayed in a conspicuous
area in the National Headquarters and respective OPPF Superintendent's
Offices and security camps.

2.7. Upon the approval of the Director, DSO, the Chief, I ID may also issue an
Order of Alert Status to a particular OPPF in cases where there is a threat of
imminent attack by lawless elements and/or terrorist group/s.

Section 3. Incident Command Post (ICP). An OPPF shall establish an Incident Command Post
by adopting a standard, on-scene, all-hazard incident management concept that
allows administrators to apply an integrated organizational structure for response.
The ICP shall be under the command of the Superintendent, or in his/her absence.
Deputy Superintendent, and in the latter’s absence, the most senior Corrections
Officer present who shall in turn, assume the designation as a Ground Commander.

Section 4. Sounding of Alarm. Whenever a riot or escape alarm is sounded, either by siren,
bell, or gun fire, all PDL shall be ordered to lie flat on the ground, face down and with
arms and legs spread out. On such occasions, when warnings are disregarded, the
corrections personnel shall use reasonable force to carry out the instructions.

Section 5. Concept of Operation. All corrections facilities shall use a uniform pattern in crafting
respective Contingency Plans for an effective management of potential and/or actual
disaster consequences:

5.1. Proactive Phase

5.1.1. Conduct of Security Survey and Inspection (SSI);

5.1.2. Regular updating of contingency plan;

5.1.3. Conduct of orientation and briefing of all personnel;

5.1.4. Conduct of scheduled dry run;

5.1.5. Creation of Incident Management Team (IMT); and

5.1.6. Conduct bureau-wide related skills trainings.

5.2. Reactive Phase

5.2.1. Prompt reporting and sounding of alarni upon detection;
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5.2.2. Designation of Ground Commander and establishment of the

Incident Command Post;

5.2.3. Assessment of situation and subsequent setting of objectives and

priorities;

5.2.4. Preparation of all concerned corrections facility components for

response: Corrections Emergency Response Team (CERT), GSD,
Health and Welfare Services, Reservation Security and Escort
Command, if necessary, the CTOD/CTOS shall announce the actual
location of the incident to guide responding components;

5.2.5. Establishment of predetermined safe zones for personnei, PDL, and

visitors;

5.2.6. Setting of specific actions to be undertaken by all personnel of the

concerned corrections facility;

5.2.7. Timely and accurate evaluation of the situation for possible

reinforcement.

5.3. Post Action Phase

5.3.1. Declaration of controlled situation;

5.3.2. Institution of clearing operation;

5.3.3. Accounting of personnel and resources;

5.3.4. Conduct of thorough investigation relative to the incident; and

5.3.5. Review/critique of the existing contingency plan.

Section 6. Lifting/Lowering of Alert Status. Alert status shall be lifted/lowered in the following
situations:

6.1. Alert Status with definite duration shall be lifted automatically upon
prescription unless an order of extension/prolongation is issued by the top
management or the penal superintendent, brought by justifiable
circumstances. Alert status with an indefinite period shall be lifted only upon
the issuance of an order from the top management, provided that the threat
against security and safety has been neutralized and regularity in duty is duly
established;

6.2. The level of Alert Status may also be lowered from Red Alert to Blue Alert
dependent upon the situation in the field, subject to the recommendation of
the Incident Commander (1C), Chief, IID, or by the concerned OPPF
Superintendent if the order of alert status has emanated from the NHQ; and

6.3. The lowering of alert status in the OPPF shall be made by the superintendent,
based upon the recommendation of the Incident Commander or the Chief,
Intelligence and Investigation Section (IIS).

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CHAPTER 24
Duties of the Members of the Uniformed Personnel

Section 1. Correctional Objectives. In the performance of their duties, corrections officers

shall ensure the observance of the following objectives:

1.1. The provision of proactive security approaches for efficient PDL custody and
safekeeping;

1.2. The application of effective security measures to ensure PDL incapacitation

from further committing crimes while serving sentence; and

1.3. The social reorientation of the PDL, through implementation of effective

reformation programs for successful reintegration to the community after
release and for the PDL to develop themselves as self-sustaining members
of the community, whatever limiting factors their status as former PDL may
be.

Section 2. Obligations of Uniformed Personnel. Uniformed personnel shall perform the

following responsibilities:

2.1. Shall observe the provisions of Republic Act No.6713, otherwise known as
the "Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and
Employees” and its implementing rules;

2.2. Shall familiarize himself/herself with the provisions of this Manual and shall
conduct himself in accordance with its provisions and precepts. He/She shall
understand the limits of his/her authority and responsibilities. Incase of doubt,
he/she shall consult his/her immediate supervisor;

2.3. Shall execute an appropriate hand salute and address as “Sir or Ma’am” the
high-ranking officers of the Bureau;

2.4. Shall stand at attention and salute the National Colors or standards not cased,
and when the national anthem is played;

2.5. Shall be neat in appearance. If in uniform, the same shall be neat, well-
pressed, and worn smart. When performing his/her duties outside the prison
premises, he/she shall be in complete and proper uniform and if traveling in
uniform, shall display utmost courtesy towards civilians. A Corrections Officer
shall have regulation haircut;

2.6. Shall read the prison bulletin board preferably before his/her tour of duty;

2.7. Shall familiarize himself/herself with the proper operation and maintenance of
the firearm and instruments of restrain he/she may be called upon to use;

2.8. Shall not lend the firearm issued to him/her to anyone or borrow someone
else’s firearm, except when authorized to do so;

2.9. While on duty, a Corrections Officer shall bring with him/her thirty (30) rounds
of ammunition and must not expend them unless absolutely necessary, or
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2.10. Must avoid unnecessary firing of his/her firearm;

2.11. Shali immediately report to the armorer any ioss or expenditure of

ammunition, ioss or destruction of firearm or its accessories, or any
government property issued to him/her or under his/her charge;

2.12. Shali be at the point of assembly at least five (5) minutes before the appointed
time of assembly. If he/she is late in the formation, he/she must report to the
commanding officer upon arrival and again, after dismissal;

2.12.1 Prepares attendance reports of personnel based on record for

signature of the concerned officers;

2.12.2 Takes down minutes of the meeting; and

2.12.3 Performs such other functions as may be assigned by the

Superintendent and/or immediate supervisor.

2.13. If a Corrections Officer will be unable to report for duty, he/she must report
the same to his/her immediate supervisor at least two (2) hours before the
time of assembly; and

2.14. If the Corrections Officer feels indisposed, he/she must immediately report to
the institution hospital/infirmary for examination/treatment. If he will not be
able to attend to his/her duties on account of illness, he/she must secure a
medical certificate to that effect and present it to proper authority at the first
available opportunity.

CHAPTER 25
Organizational Structure of OPPF

Section 1. Superintendent - Overall in-charge of the OPPF

1.1. Administrative Proper

1.1.1. Receives directions/instructions from the Superintendent;

1.1.2. Oversees the submission of compliance/s of the office;

1.1.3. Informs the Superintendent about the status or situation of the office;

1.1.4. Organizes the schedules of the PPF Superintendent; and

1.1.5. Facilitates the day-to-day administrative operation of the office.

1.2. Public Affairs Service (PAS)

1.2.1. Fosters open communication by delivering accurate, relevant, and

timely information to the public regarding significant events and
programs of the corrections facility;

1.2.2._Promotes open relationship among the corrections facility, media and

_____________ the community by coordinating and establishing linkages and
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developing collaborative partnership with government and non­

government organizations:

1.2.3. Encourages community involvement in corrections activities through

the various forms of media to generate public support for the
correction service in particular and the government in general; and

1.2.4. Conducts continuous information and education campaign among

BuCor personnel on the observance of the customs, traditions and
practices of the corrections sen/ice as well as keeping them updated
on the policies, rules and regulation prescribed by higher authorities.

1.3. Corrections Emergency Response Team (CERT)

1.3.1. Provides support security, rescue operations in emergency or high-

risk situations inside corrections facilities;

1.3.2. Handles crowd control, riot conditions, other disturbances, and

security extractions of violent PDL;

1.3.3. Executes high security shakedowns to search the facility for

contraband; and

1.3.4. Provides addittonal security in escort or transport missions of high

risk/high profile PDL.

1.4. Reservation Security and Escort Command (RSEC)

1.4.1. Maintains security, peace and order, control and cleanliness within
the reservation;

1.4.2. Implements memoranda, policies or guidelines to law and order

within the reservation;

1.4.3. Monitors compliance/obedience to all laws, policies, rules, and

regulations being implemented within the reservation;

1.4.4. Coordinates with other Law Enforcement agencies all activities

pertaining to law and order within corrections facilities:

1.4.5. Assists in the preservation of BuCor lands in prevention of accrual of

informal settlers and their illegal activities;

1.4.6. Maintains records of residence, ingress, and egress of vehicles

within the reservations; and

1.4.7. Maintains records of violations and infractions within the

reservations.

1.5. Bids and Awards Committee (BAC)

1.5.1. Advertises and/or posts the invitation to bid, conduct pre-procurement

and pre-bid conferences;______________________________
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1.5.2. Determines the eligibility of prospective bidders, receive bids, conduct

the evaluation of bids, undertake post-qualification proceedings,
recommend award of contracts to the Head of the Procuring Entity of
his/her duly authorized representative. Provided, that in the event the
Head of the Procuring Entity shall disapproved such recommendation,
such disapproval shall be based only on valid, reasonable and
justifiable grounds to be expressed in writing, copy furnished the BAG;

1.5.3. Recommends the imposition of sanctions in accordance with Article

XXIII, and perform such other related functions as may be necessary,
including the creation of a Technical Working Group from a pool of
technical, financial and/or legal experts to assist in the procurement
process;

1.5.4. Recommends to the Head of the Procuring Entity the use of

Alternative Methods of Procurement as provided for in Article XVI
hereof: and

1.5.5. Responsible for ensuring that the Procuring Entity abides by the
standards set forth by this Act and the IRR, and it shall prepare a
procurement monitoring report that shall be approved and submitted
by the of the Head Procuring Entity to the GPPB on a semestral basis.
The contents and coverage of this report shall be provided in the IRR.

1.6. BBC (BuCor Business Center)

1.6.1. Perfects the ownership and control of OPPF landholdings:

1.6.2. Classifies, designs and implements OPPF land-use development

plans;

1.6.3. Offers, accepts and evaluates business proposals and developmental

projects with or without partnership from private sectors; and

1.6.4. Manages and operates developmental projects with or without

partnership from private sectors and other government institutions.

1.7. IAS (Internal Affairs Service)

1.7.1. Serves as the disciplining arm of BuCor in the corrections facilities;

and

1.7.2. Facilitates the effective and speedy disposition of all disciplinary and
non-disciplinary administrative cases.

1.8. IIS (Intelligence and Investigation Section)

1.8.1. Conducts investigations on infractions committed by PDL, visitors and

BuCor personnel;

1.8.2. Gathers information relative to issues and concerns of BuCor; and

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1.8.3. Files/forwards appropriate criminal / administrative case on case/s

against concerned personnel, PDL and visitor.

1.9. IPX (Inmate Post Exchange)

1.9.1. Operates a merchandising system that provides a variety and quaiity

goods, which are authorized for a PDL to possess, at a low or much
cheaper price;

1.9.2. Promotes the sociai economic well-being of the PDL in terms of price
setting, availability of goods, and accessibiiity of services; and

1.9.3. Effectuates the cashless policy and facilitates an efficient payment

procedure either through stamp coupons or deduction from the
individual PDL’s saving account.

1.10. K9 Unit

1.10.1. Detects illicit substances using trained dogs, such as drugs or

explosives which may be carried on a person in their effects; and

1.10.2. Tracks escapees or missing PDL.

Section 2. Deputy Superintendent for Operations

2.1. Escort Group

2.1.1. Provides security and ensures the safety of PDL during outside
movement.

2.2. Release and Separation Office

2.2.1. Facilitates the actual release of PDL including preparation of gratuity

and transportation allowance.

2.3. PDPS (PDL Documents Processing Section)

2.3.1. Documents Unit

2.3.1.1. Manages, updates, safekeeps, and maintains all active

and archived PDL Carpeta;

2.3.1.2. Evaluates and verifies PDL record’s eligibility for parole or

grant to any form of executive clemency prior to
submission to the Board of Pardons and Parole;

2.3.1.3. Processes documentation of PDL due for release; and

2.3.1.4. Maintains PDL computerized and digital records of PDL.

2.3.2. Identification Unit

2.3.2.1. Maintains records of PDL fingerprint charts and indexes.

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2.3.2.2. Verifies fingerprint of PDL, from record of

admission/committai, for outside movement, release or
death; and

2.3.2.3. Issues descriptive records of PDL escapee for Flash

Alarm reports.

2.3.3. Photography Unit

2.3.3.1. Takes and prints photographs of newly arrived PDL;

2.3.3.2. Maintains and updates periodically the files and records

of PDL photograph;

2.3.3.3. Issues copy of PDL picture for reiease, flash alarm

reports, CMR, Carpeta and PRJ; and

2.3.3.4. Takes photographs of deceased PDL.

2.4. CASO (Court and Subpoena Office)

2.4.1. Court Security Unit

2.4.1.1. Supervises peace and order, cleanliness inside and

outside of the courtrooms; and

2.4.1.2. Assists and facilitates venue and equipment in court

hearings (video conferencing/in-court)

2.4.2. Subpoena Unit

2.4.2.1. Receives and serves PDL subpoenas, court orders and

notices; and

2.4.2.2. Prepares and records PDL Gate Pass Forms of PDL

outside movement, i.e. court hearings, hospital
referral/admissions and view the remains.

2.5. CTOS (Communication and Tactical Operation Section)

2.5.1. Acts as the Message Center Network of the Bureau; and

2.5.2. Provides technical and administrative support in monitoring,

conducting surveiliance, and management of ail incoming and
outgoing communications and communication networks in
penitentiaries.

2.6. FOS (Firearms and Ordnance Section)

2.6.1. Controls issuances and inventory of firearms

2.6.1.1. Prepares Letter Orders and Property Acknowiedgement

Receipt;
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2.6.1.2. Facilitates conduct, records and reports on the Firearms

Proficiency Training and Examination of Corrections Officers;
and

2.6.1.3. Supervises and reports on the confiscation and retrieval of

government-issued firearms that are unserviceabie, required
due to suspension of personnel concerned, for purpose of
investigation, and any other anaiogous circumstances.

2.7. Fire Fighting Unit

2.7.1. Protects a building's occupants and minimize the damage associated

with fire.

Section 3. Security Camps

3.1. Camp Commander

3.1.1. The first officer in command of the security camp;

3.1.2. in charge in the dissemination and implementation of policies,

directives, orders and other instructions coming from the higher
offices:

3.1.3. In charge of the overall security and safety of the Camp, its personnel
and visitors;

3.1.4. Formuiates administrative and operationai policies, guidelines and

procedures, and supervise compliances of Unit/Section/Office of
which it was directed;

3.1.5. Formulates and supervise reformation activities and programs;

3.1.6. Submits communications and compliances to higher offices;

3.1.7. Approves/Disapproves requests on security camp matters;

3.1.8. Issues order for the assignment/designation of personnel to

Unit/Section/Office; and

3.1.9. Perfonns other functions as directed by the Superintendent.

3.2. Deputy Camp Commander

3.2.1. The second officer in command of the security camp;

3.2.2. Acts as the officer-in-charge in the absence of the camp commander;

3.2.3. Formulates Security/Contingency Plans;

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3.2.4. Reviews and countersigns documents/communications for approval

of camp commander:

3.2.5. In charge of the security camp's custodial force and execute orders
and instructions of the Camp Commander and the Superintendent;

3.2.6. He shall train and instruct new corrections officer on their duties and
shall be responsible for the discipline and behavior of the corrections
officers under his/her office;

3.2.7. He shall help conduct preliminary investigations and make reports of

all untoward incidents inside the prison reservation, performs such
other assignments that may be given to him/her by the Camp
Commander; and

3.2.8. He shall look after the welfare of all corrections officer under his/her
charge.

3.3. Security Housing Unit (SHU)

3.3.1. Maintains discipline, peace and order, and sanitation inside security
camps.

3.4. Shift Commander I

3.4.1. Overall in-charge of the peace and order situation inside the security
camp during a tour of duty;

3.4.2. Collates and submits PDL headcount reports to the Overseer and
CTOS;

3.4.3. Responsible for assigning personnel to their respective posts; and

3.4.4. Relays instructions or orders from the Deputy Camp Commander or

Camp Commander.

3.5. Keeper

3.5.1. Conducts security round inspections and physical head counting of

PDL;

3.5.2. Reports periodically overall situation report to CTOS; and

3.5.3. Supervises the proper and equitable distribution of food to the PDL.

3.6. Post Tower Sentinel

3.6.1. Oversees the situation of the security camp from the elevated posts;

3.6.2. Secures perimeter premises and monitors activities thereat;

3.6.3. Investigate security breaches and other alarming incidents; and

3.6.4. Records and reports observations, information's, occurrences and

surveillance activities.

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3.7. Post Tower Supervisor

3.7.1. Conducts duty detailing of post tower sentinels;

3.7.2. Conducts inspection at the inner and outer perimeters;

3.7.3. Conducts rounds inspection on the post tower sentinels; and

3.7.4. Detects and reports defective security equipment for its

immediate repair.

3.8. Hospital/Infirmary Security

3.8.1. Acts as building Keepers of the Hospital/Infirmary; and

3.8.2. Implements searching and frisking protocols for empbyees and

PDL coming in and out of the facility to ensure that no contraband
will be brought therein and prevent pilferage of medical supplies,
i.e. regulated drugs, syringes, scalpels and other equipment that
may cause harm or damage to both employees and PDL.

3.9. Overseer

3.9.1 Prepares and submits report/PDL final head counting and

movements daily;

3.9.2. Conducts monthly PDL physical inventory twice month;

3.9.3. Screening of PDL's request for Cell-to-Cell transfer;

3.9.4. Prepare and process work assignment of PDL;

3.9.5. Facilitates and monitors of PDL’s movement;

3.9.6. Prepare weekiy and Monthly Statistic Reports;

3.9.7. Maintains PDL's visitors list;

3.9.8. Processes PDL request for inclusion of additional visitor;

3.9.9. Supervises issuance of PDL provisions; and

3.9.10. Acts as secretariat in the Re-classification Board.

3.10. Mailing Section

3.10.1. Censors PDL mail matters to prevent the entry of contraband and
the entry or exit of information that may adversely affect the
security of the corrections facility.

3.11. Supply Section

3.11.1. Issues, provides and records needs to PDL;

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3.11.2. Issuance and provisions of offices; and

3.11.3. Conducts Inventory of Office Supply and PDL Provisions.

3.12. Inmate Visitation Services Unit (IVSU)

3.12.1. In charge of processing the documents presented by visitors of

PDL in order to prevent the entry of unauthorized visitors and
contrabands inside the corrections facilities;

3.12.2. Validates visitor’s identity and affinity with the PDL;

3.12.3. Thoroughly body searched / frisked all PDL visitors including

parts of their garments / clothing and other worn by visitors;

3.12.4. Thoroughly body searched / frisked female personnel; and

3.12.5. Keep Visitors ID and counter check visitor's identity.

3.13 Listing

3.13.1. Validation of identity and affinity with the PDL; and

3.13.2. Recording of PDL visitors.

3.14. Searching

3.14.1. Thorough inspection of PDL visitors to prevent entry of

contraband inside the corrections facility.

3.15. Visiting Area

3.15.1. A place/ area provided for PDLs where they could stay and be
with their visitors for the duration of visitation.

3.16. E-Dalaw Services

3.16.1. Facilitates, monitors and control PDL use of allowed online

platform of PDL visitation.

3.17. Gate Security and Control Unit (GSCU)

3.17.1. Records ingress/egress of all visitors, commodities, vehicles;

3.17.2. Searched / frisked ingress/egress the visitors, employees, and

vehicles;

3.17.3. Confiscation of contrabands;

3.17.4. Reports visitors found in possession of contrabands; and

3.17.5. Evaluates and rates supernumeraries' daily accomplishment/

performance using the NBP Success indicators as basis.
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3.18. Security Patrol Unit (SPU)

3.18.1. Responsible for monitoring PDLs assigned to work in the yards

or grounds;

3.18.2. Conducts searching/greyhound operations inside security

compounds;

3.18.3. Provides security to visitors/guest inside the compound;

3.18.4. Conducts reguiar patrolling; and

3.18.5. Assist in maintaining peace and order, crime prevention and

ensures the safety of all persons inside the security camps.

3.19. Diversified and Maintenance Unit (DMU)

3.19.1. Maintains reguiar inspection and repairs of the perimeter fences,

gates, grills, fire exits, drainages, septic tank and dormitories

3.19.2. Escort the garbage collector in the garbage collector in the

garbage collection area of the camp

3.19.3. Escorts PDL workers on outside perimeter projects

3.20. Board of Discipline (BOD) Office

3.20.1. Receives Investigation Reports;

3.20.2. Schedules BOD hearings;

3.20.3. Prepares and serves notice of hearing to the members of the

board;

3.20.4. Facilitates the conduct of PDL administrative hearing;

3.20.5. Files and safekeeps of BOD resolutions; and

3.20.6. Issues clearance/certification of PDL administrative cases as

per request.

3.21. Kitchen and Mess Hall Unit (KMU)

3.21.1. Supervises the preparation and distribution of food for PDL;

3.21.2. Safeguards PDL kitchen workers and catering personnel

assigned;

3.21.3. Supervises unloading and transfer of commodities and raw

materials; and

3.21.4. Maintains safety and sanitation in the area.

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BOOK III REFORMATION

CHAPTER 1
REFORMATION PROGRAMS

Section 1. Moral and Spiritual Program. This refers to the moral, spiritual and values
formation of PDL and personnel, including the practice of ones’ religion and
beliefs by creating, developing, and implementing religious programming and
moral and spiritual care. It is supervised by the Chief, Chaplain and supplemented
by religious voiunteers representing major faith groups.

Section 2. Education and Training Program. This refers to the administration of the fomial
and non-formal education and skiils development training for PDL.

Section 3. Work and Livelihood Program. This refers to the administration of skills
development programs on work and livelihood to achieve self-sufficiency of PDL
in the correctional community and for income generation of the agency.

Section 4. Sports and Recreation Program. This refers to the administration of physical and
recreational engagement of PDL to achieve mental alertness and physical agility
in the spirit of sportsmanship.

Section 5. Health and Welfare Program. This refers to the physical wellness of PDL
including mentaliy impaired, eiderly, and Persons with Disabiiity (PWD).

Section 6. Behavior and Modification Program. This refers to the administration of

programs for the character formation of PDL, necessary for effective personal
growth and interpersonal relationship in the prison community. The program
inciudes Modified Therapeutic Community Modaiity Program (MTCMP) and other
related programs for effective management of anti-social and destructive behavior
of PDL.

CHAPTER 2
CLASSIFICATION OF REFORMATION PROGRAMS

Section 1. Mandatory Program. This consists of daily 20-minute routine that would target
100% PDL participation in all s. security camps and dormitories. Activities
under this Program is generaliy faciiitated outdoors. In cases of inclement weather,
lockdown, and other similar disturbances, the trained PDL leaders may supervise the
conduct of reformation programs inside dormitories. The PDL shall be properly
guided by Reformation Officer.

Section 2. Intensive Program. This is the specific technical program of activities unique to each
Reformation Program and guided by Program of instruction (POI) which wouid
require a minimum of 16 hours of PDL engagement per month. The number of hours
may further be increased in the future if facilities and manpower would suffice. The
PDL participation shall be based on the Evaluation/Assessment of PDL (Reformation
Treatment Pian) upon entry to BuCor.

2.1. Reguiar Program

2.2. Study Program

Section 3. Specialized Program. This program will cater to special groups of PDL (i.e. elderly,
PWD, sick, mentaliy chalienged, and juveniie) who are otherwise exempted and may
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not be able to attend the Intensive Reformation Programs based on their mental and
physical capabilities.

CHAPTER 3
REFORMATION TREATMENT PROGRAM

Section 1. Program of Instruction (POI). This refers to the systematic plan and logic sequence
of a moduie use in every program for effective control of instructions. A POI consists
of the foliowing:

1.1. Module/Subject Matter;

1.2. Learning Pian;
1.3. Curricuium Map:
1.4. Session Outline; and
1.5. Calendar of Activities.

Section 2. Phases of Reformation. Categorizing PDL means to measure the rate of

development of PDL in a certain amount of time.

2.1. Generai/Mandatory Program

2.1.1. Level 1 Basic — PDL is simply participant to the Reformation

Programs introduced to certain knowledge and skills to develop self-
worth and promote productivity.

2.1.2. Level 2 Advance - PDL has gained knowledge and skills, which can
be a tool for self-improvement and are productive. PDL are now abie
to assist others while continuing to iearn and practice their skiiis.

2.1.3. Level 3 Expert- PDL can now manage oneself perfectly and has the
ability to impart knowledge or skills to others. This is the
specific/technicai program of activities unique to each Reformation
Program and PDL participation shail be based on the Evaiuation/
Assessment of PDL (Case Management Record) upon entry to
BuCor.

2.2. Grant of GCTA through TASTM - In addition to GCTA, a PDL shall be allowed
another deduction of fifteen (15) days for each month of study, teaching or
mentoring service time rendered.

2.2.1. Study

2.2.1.1. Category 1 — Formal/Non-Formal Education. Study

under Basic Education and CHED authorized
undergraduate and post-graduate programs which shall
be evidenced by a monthly certificate of attendance,
issued by the teacher, provided that the PDL has
undergone the required attendance for the month.

2.2.1.1.1. Level 1 - a PDL desiring to learn must enroll

in elementary, high school or college but
remains in Level 1 until further assessment
by designated RO coordinators.
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2.2.1.1.2. Level 2 - a PDL graduate of elementary, high school or

college, who is under Training-Trainer Course and
Serving a Teacher Aide in a ciass under Dep-Ed or
CHED.

2.2.1.1.3. Level 3 - a PDL who is cerftfied by RO as Instructional

Manager or Teacher, in every class of students under
Dep-Ed and CHED programs.

2.2.1.2. Category 2 — TechnicalA/ocational Education. Study of training

courses accredited by TESDA, which shall be evidenced by a
monthly certificate of attendance issued by the instructor, provided
that the PDL has undergone the required attendance for the month.

2.2.1.2.1. Level 1 - a PDL registered as a trainee desiring to

acquire skilis in any of TESDA-Accredited course.

2.2.1.2.2. Level 2 - a PDL undergoes practicum or apprenticeship

and then qualifies for on-the-job training or apprentice
after passing the technical or vocational course. PDL
with Advanced skills training is taught in the Trainer’s
Methodology course under TESDA.

2.2.1.2.3. Level 3 - a PDL who acquired skills and knowledge and

Certified as Trainer Methodology (TESDA) act as
Instructor of Training.

2.2.1.3. Category 3 - Development and Reformatory Program. Programs

other than the above categories, which are aimed at enhancing the
personal growth of the PDL, such as, but not limited to: psycho-
educational counseling: therapeutic community modality training,
values formation trainings, advanced first-aid and disaster
trainings, and the like, including technical/vocational or skills training
which are not otherwise accredited by TESDA. The same shall be
evidenced by a certificate of attendance to be issued by the
facilitator, stating that the PDL has undergone the required
attendance for the month.

Service providers, including the proposed developmental or

reformatory courses shall be subject to an accreditation process by
the prison/jail authority, in accordance with the respective
accreditation processes and certified by the welfare and
development or reformation officer.

2.2.1.3.1. Level 1 - a PDL participant in a combination of programs

instituted by the Bureau (MSD, ETD, WLD, SRD, HW,
BMW).

2.2.1.3.2. Level 2 — Gaining Mastery and having cultivated

leadership in a program brings the PDL to Level 2 as a
leader/mentor over a period of time.

2.2.1.3.3. Level 3 - Expertise resulting from mastery of the activity

in a program qualifies a PDL to Level 3.

2.2.2. Teaching - A PDL accredited by prison/jail authority, in accordance

with the accreditation processes of each correctional facility and
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authorized to teach or mentor, shall be accredited, an additional fifteen

(15) days for rendering the required teaching service for the month.
For the purpose of crediting time allowance for teaching, reformation
officer shail issue a Certificate of Teaching which shall form part of the
Carpeta of the PDL.

2.2.3. Mentoring - A PDL who is highiy skilled and experienced in any

industry, accredited by prison/jail authority in accordance with the
respective accreditation processes and authorized to mentor
developmental or reformatory courses to another PDL, shall be
entitled to an additional fifteen (15) days for rendering the required
mentoring service for the month. In the grant of time aiiowance for
mentoring, the Reformation Officer shall issue a Certificate of
Mentoring, which shail form part of the Carpeta of the PDL.

Section 3. Study Program Leading to TASTM

3.1. Study Program through Accredited Service Provider - This includes the
process of identifying courses, participants and service providers who wiil be
part of programs to be implemented as well as the guidelines for admission,
documentation, recommendation to MSEC for the awarding of TASTM to
qualified PDL and recognition for eventual completers of the program.

The following gukteiines and procedures are foiiowed:

3.1.1. Identify needed and relevant courses to be offered in the study

program in each camp;

3.1.2. Scout for accredited service providers for partnership in the

implementation of the courses for the study program;

3.1.3. Prepares and signs Memorandum of Understanding;

3.1.4. Identifies personnel to be part In the implementation of the study

program;

3.1.5. Issuance of Office Order/Special Order to personnel;

3.1.6. Prepares syllabus/ Program of Instruction for the course;

3.1.7. Secures approval of the Camp Superintendents for the

implementation of the program;

3.1.8. Reformation sections/units identify participants to enroll in the

program;

3.1.9. PDL participants shall undergo screening process to determine their

qualification and level of participation. They can either be a student,
mentor, or instructor in the program;

3.1.10. PDL participants shall be admitted to the study program;

3.1.11. Issuance of Corrections Order to PDL participants admitted in the

study program;
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3.1.12. Enrolment of PDL in the course;

3.1.13. Maintains proper documentation of pertinent papers of PDL

participants such as enrolment form, daily attendance sheet, records
of grades and examinations, etc.;

3.1.14. Establishes a registrar’s office that will serve as depository of all

documents and records of PDL undergoing study program. Assign
personnel to maintain all records in the office;

3.1.15. Monthly submits names of PDL recommended for the grant of

TASTM to MSEC forevaluation. PDL participants must satisfactorily
meet the 60 hours per month participation time to be qualified in the
grant of TASTM; and

3.1.16. Awards Certificate of Completion/Diploma to PDL

graduates/completers of the course.

3.2. Study through Developmental/Reformatory Program - Program of Instmction

(POI) for Study Programs, Category 3 undergoes accreditation. The POI is
concurred by the Camp Superintendent upon the recommendation of the
accreditation committee.

The accreditation committee is composed of the following:

Chairperson : Assistant Superintendent for Reformation of each

Camp
Members Chief, Reformation Officer
Refonnation Officer of concerned Program Overseer

Section 4. Review and Tracking of PDL Reformation Programs. To have a comprehensive

view of reformation programs, reformation report forms and matrices are being
followed directly.

4.1. Executive Su mmary

4.1.1. Form 1: Moral and Spiritual Program

4.1.2. Form 2: Sports and Recreation Program

4.1.3. Form 3: Behavior Modification

4.1.4. Form 4: Education and Training Program

4.1.5. Form 5: Work and Livelihood Program

4.2. Summary Report

4.2.1. Matrix 1: Daily Attendance to Mandatory General Reformation

Activities (per dorm/cell)

4.2.2. Matrix 2: Consolidated Monitoring Report to reformation programs

(per dorm/cell)

4.2.3. Matrix 3: Summary of PDL Participation to the reformation programs

per PPF
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Section 5. Reassessment and Evaluation. Reformation Officer of each program conducts the
reassessment and evaluation process of the PDL to determine the effectiveness of
the Program to the PDL.

In case of failure, the PDL will not acquire TASTM and will retake the program or be
given another program suitable for him/her. When the PDL passes the reassessment
and evaluation, he/she will qualify for the grant of TASTM and will move on to the
next level of program.

CHAPTER 4
REINTEGRATION PROGRAMS

Section 1. Diagnostics and Classification. This refers to the first stage of the reintegration
program, which provides an accurate and comprehensive picture of the PDL awaiting
release current status confined at the External Relations Center (ERC) in order to
help determine his/her or her capability for appropriate pre-release and post-release
reintegration program.

1.1. Initial Interview for PDL awaiting release - refers to the first phase of the
diagnostic procedure, which involves a one-on-one interview to gather
demographic details Including family composition, learnings and skills
acquired while incarcerated, contact person and other relevant information of
the PDL awaiting release.

1.2. Health Services and Diagnostic Functions - refers to the second phase of the
diagnostic procedure that involves a series of assessment for a define period
before classification for pre-release and post-release reintegration programs.

1.3. Social Case Summary Report - refers to the third phase of the diagnostic
procedure, which involves a concise overview of PDL awaiting release’
background information, presenting problems, interventions and outcomes.

1.4. Deliberation for Classification of PDL awaiting release for Pre-Release and
Post-Release Reintegration Program - refers to the last phase of the
diagnostic procedure for classification of appropriate reintegration programs.

Section 2. Pre-Release Reintegration Program. This refers to the second stage of the
reintegration program that uses a systematic approach to improve the general
welfare of PDL awaiting release confined at the ERC, to wit:

2.1 Orientation Program — refers to the overview of the pre-release reintegration

program that involves personal development training, the rights and
responsibilities of PDL awaiting release for sharing his/her or her criminal
history as well as the benefits of the program;

2.2. Health and Welfare - refers to the provision of medical care that involves
physical examination and drug testing, if possible, series of wellness activities
and a health prevention seminar to promote the general well-being of PDL
awaiting release;

2.3. Life Skills Development Program - refers to a series of lectures and

workshops that are intended to help PDL awaiting release improve his/her or
her knowledge, attitudinal and skills-based competency to deal effectively
with the demands and challenges of everyday life after release. Hence,
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additional programs shall be given to special categories of offender to

address particular needs, ensuring that his^er or her best interest and rights
are upheld;

2.4. Livelihood and Skills Training Program - refers to a brief course/training

offered to PDL awaiting release which shall include, but not limited to,
dishwashing and fabric conditioner making, mg-making, tailoring, agro­
industry, dressmaking, barbering, beauty care, baking, basic carpentry,
masonry and practical electricity with the goal of enhancing livelihood skills
for work. This shall also cover courses/programs provided by private or
government institutions in conjunction with BuCor under a Memorandum of
Agreements (MOA) and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU);

2.5. Life Coaching or Recollection - refers to a purposeful conversation or spiritual

activity that helps PDL awaiting release gain deeper understanding of
themselves in preparation for their eventual reintegration into the free
community:

2.6. Career Guidance Services - refers to a three-day program that offers pre­
employment seminars to acquire the necessary skills needed to increase their
chances of securing job opportunities and help make life decisions after
release:

2.7. Pre-Release Evaluation Report - refers to a comprehensive evaluation report

of PDL awaiting release completion of the pre-release reintegration program;
and

2.8. Exit Interview - refers to the termination process of the pre-release

reintegration program, which aims to gather information from PDL awaiting
release such as his/her or her realistic plans upon rejoining into the free
society.

Section 3. Post-Release Reintegration Program. This refers to the final stage of the
Reintegration Program of the ERC that uses a holistic approach in monitoring the
status of the released client/s within the community.

3.1 Social Services — refers to a series of public services intended to provide

assistance or other means of support for released client/s.

3.2. Conformity and Non-Confonnity Waiver - refers to a document to be signed

by released client/s with information regarding the referral and monitoring
process for released client/s.

3.3. Issuance of Referral Letter - refers to a document addressed to the Local

Chief Executive (LCE) through C/MSWDO along with a Social Study Report
(SCSR) to seek any assistance for released client/s.

3.4. First-Month Monitoring - refers to the monitoring of released client/s general

status which involves health, residency, social interaction and/or employment
within the community.

3.5. Second-Month Monitoring - refers to the monitoring progress of released

client/s general status within the community.

3.6. Post-Release Evaluation Report - refers to a comprehensive evaluation

report regarding the overall status of the released client/s in the community.
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CHAPTER 5
REHABILITATION AND TREATMENT OF PDL

Section 1. Conduct of Rehabilitation and Treatment Programs. The Bureau shall undertake
rehabilitation and treatment programs to help a PDL lead a responsible, law-abiding
and productive life upon release. Efforts shall be made to ensure an optimum
balance between the security of the corrections facilities and the effectiveness of
treatment programs. PDL and public safety, health security, and the requirements for
effective custody, shall however, take precedence over all other activities at all times
and shall not be compromised.

Section 2. Rehabilitation and Treatment Programs. Focus on providing services that will
encourage and enhance the PDL’s self-respect, self-confidence, personal dignity
and sense of responsibility.

Section 3. Guidelines for Rehabilitation and Treatment Programs. As far as possible, the
Reformation Officers shall ensure that the Treatment Plan formulated by the RDC
are followed, monitored and documented.

3.1. Reformation Officers (RO) must maintain a master list of all reformation
programs attended by the PDL. All records of infraction committed by the
PDL, and the corresponding penalties therefrom shall be incorporated in the
PDL records, in coordination with the Board of Discipline and the Overseer's
Office. These documents are necessary in the computation of GCTA earned
by qualified PDL as defined under the IRR of RA 10592 and shall solely be
accessible by the concerned RO.

3.2. The RO shall be responsible for record keeping and document control.
Should a shift in manning occurs, the outgoing officer shall properly turn over
all documents related to PDL reformation activities to the incoming officer to
ensure that GCTA computation is not disrupted.

3.3. There shall be mandatory reformation programs that consist of daily sunning,
exercise, prayer, and other related activities that all PDL must attend to on
top of the intensive programs which may be made availabie to them, subject
to availability of facilities and other considerations such as PDL interests and
other needs.

3.4. The following guidelines shall be observed in the establishment of

rehabilitation and treatment programs for PDL:

3.4.1. Corrective and rehabilitation services shall include religious

guidance; psychotherapy: socialization; health and sanitation:
vocational trainings; mental, physical and sports development; and
value formation and education. Corrective and rehabilitation services
shall include, but not limited to: health and welfare, sports and
recreation, education and training, moral and spiritual, work and
livelihood, and behavior modification;

3.4.2. Programs and activities for offenders with special needs shall be
placed under the supervision of a social welfare officer in
coordination with other correctional officers with special skills and
specialized training;
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3.4.3. A regular calendar of activities shali be observed. A regular calendar

of activities for the whole year shall be carefully planned before the
end of the preceding year taking into consideration the government
resources and PDL interests. RO must be creative and innovative
to maintain PDL interest and encourage maximum participation. The
said pian, contained in Projects Activities and Programs (PAPs) shaii
be submitted to the DR for consolidation, assessment, and
harmonization among ail s for implementation monitoring and
infusion of catch-up pians or alternative programs in case of lags;

3.4.4. The Superintendent shaii be periodically informed on the progress

or resuit of the rehabilitation and treatment programs being
impiemented. The RO shaii periodicaiiy inform the Superintendent
and the DR of the progress of activities within his/her Area of
Responsibiiity; and

3.4.5. There shaii be a special wing for neuro-psychiatric patients in a

correctionai hospital to be placed under the supervision of a medicai
officer (psychiatrist). The iatter shaii submit a weekly report on the
patients therein and may recommend the necessary transfer of a
mental patient to a better-equipped government hospitai.

CHAPTER 6
PDL SERVICES

Section 1. PDL Services. As part of the corrections facility rehabilitation and treatment
program, the PDL shaii be guaranteed access to health, educational, religious, and
related rehabilitation services.

Section 2. Health Services. Health care and services shall be given to PDL similar to those
available in the free community and subject to prison regulations. A prison shall have
at least one qualified medical doctor and a dentist.

Section 3. Medical Consultation and Visiting Hours. Medical consultation and visiting hours
shall be established by the Superintendent in consultation with the medical staff.

The following guidelines shall be observed whenever a PDL visits a corrections

service hospital/clinic for consultation and/or treatment:

3.1. The PDL shall be in proper uniform during consultations:

3.2. He shall be attended to on a “first-come, first-served basis.

3.3. The number of PDL allowed at the hospital/clinic for

consultation/treatment shall depend on the number of available doctors;

3.4. A PDL shall be subjected to a body search upon entering and leaving the
corrections facility/clinic;

3.5. In emergency cases, only the medical staff and the patient shall be allowed
inside the emergency room;

3.6. A PDL shall not loiter in the hospital/clinic or leave the same without
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3.7. Visitors of PDL shail not be aliowed to stay inside the hospitai/clinic to attend
to the sick PDL without the permission of the prison medicai staff;

3.8. Chiidren below twelve (12) years of age shall not be allowed to stay inside a
hospital ward or treatment room; and

3.9. Patients in the hospital shall not be required to stand for checking.

Section 4. Pregnant CIW PDL. In the CIW, there shall be special accommodations for pregnant
women. Whenever practicable, however, arrangements shall be made for children to
be bom in a hospital outside the corrections facility.

Section 5. Infant Born to a CIW PDL. An Infant born while the mother is serving sentence in
the CIW may be a I towed to stay with the mother for a period not exceeding one (1)
year. After the lapse of said period, if the mother of the PDL fails to place the child in
a home of her own, the Superintendent shall make arrangements with the
Department of Social Welfare and Development or any other social welfare agency
for the infant’s care. As far as practicable, the CIW shall have a nursery staffed by
qualified personnel.

Section 6. Recommendation for Release of Seriously ill PDL. The prison medical officer
shall visit all sick PDL daily and attend to those who complain of any ailment. He
shall render a report to the Superintendent whenever he considers that a PDL's
mental or physical health has been or will be injuriously affected by continued
imprisonment or any condition of confinement.

Section 7. Notification of Kin of Sick or Dead PDL. Whenever a PDL is critically ill or dies,
the medical officer shall report the matter to the Superintendent who in turn shall
notify the PDL’s family by the fastest means of communication available.

Section 8. Meals in Hospital/Clinic. Meals shall be served in a corrections hospital/clinic at the

same time that food is served to the other PDL, unless directed otherwise by the
medical officer. A PDL assigned to work in the hospital/clinic shall be provided with
food rations coming from the General Kitchen.

Section 9. Referral of PDL for Outside Medical Consultation/Treatment. A PDL who needs
medical treatment or examination that cannot be provided in the corrections hospital
may be referred to a hospital/clinic outside the corrections facility for the needed
examination, treatment or hospitalization. The expenses for the outside medical
referral shall be borne by the PDL. During said referral, the PDL shall be
accompanied by a member of the corrections facility’s medical staff.

Section 10. Medical Certification. The outside medical examination, treatment or hospitalization
of a PDL shall be supported by a certification of the corrections facility’s medical
officer or if there is none, by a government physician, which shall specify the exact
ailment of the PDL, the treatment or examination required, the duration of the
hospitalization that may be required, and shall certify that the ailment cannot be
properly attended to in the corrections hospital. Provided, that in the case of an NBP
or CIW PDL, the request for outside medical referral shall be forwarded by the
Director to the Secretary for approval at least one (1) day before the proposed
referral.

Section 11. Referral to Government Hospital. Unless absolutely necessary, a PDL shall be
referred to a government clinic, hospital or institution for the required examination.
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treatment or hospitalization. If the referral is made to private institution, the expenses

incident thereto shall be borne by the PDL.

Section 12. Outside Referral for Dental Work. Except in emergency cases, no dental work for
a PDL shall be done outside the corrections facility, and in cases of restoration work,
expenses shall be borne by the PDL.

Section 13. Donations of Human Organ; Form of Donation. The Director may authorize a PDL
to donate to a licensed physician, surgeon, known scientist or any medical or
scientific institution. Including eye banks, and other similar institutions, any organ,
part or parts of his/her body and to utilize the same for medical, surgical or scientific
purposes, or for the utilization for medical, surgical, or scientific purposes, of said
organ, or body part or parts which, fora legitimate reason, would be detached from
the body of the grantor, subject to the following conditions:

13.1. The organ or body part or parts being donated shall be detached after the
death of the PDL;

13.2. The authorization to detach or use the organ or body part or parts shall be
in writing: specify the person or institution granted the authorization, the
organ, part or parts to be detached, the specific use or uses of the organ or
body part or parts to be employed; and shall by the PDL and attested by two
disinterested witnesses; and

13.3. The donation is approved by the proper court.

Section 14. Disposal of Cadaver of Deceased PDL. Unless claimed by his/her family, the body
of a PDL who dies in the corrections facility may be turned over to an institution of
learning or any scientific research center designated by the Secretary, for the
purpose of study and investigation, provided that such institution shall provide a
decent burial of the remains. Otherwise, the Bureau shall order the burial of the body
of the PDL at government expense, granting pennission to the members of the family
and friends of the PDL to be present thereat. If the body is claimed by the family, all
expenses incident to the burial shall be at the expense of the family.

Section 15. Burial of Convict. In no case shall the burial of a convict be held with pomp.

Section 16. Adult Education. All illiterate PDL shall attend adult education classes. Literate PDL
may attend classes corresponding to their educational level.

Section 17. Educational Programs for PDL. A corrections facility may offer any or all the
following educational programs:

17.1. Elementary education;

17.2. Secondary education program to prepare students to successfully pass the

required tertiary level qualification examination and to receive a regular high
school diploma. A student will have completed the program when all the
credits required for a regular high school diploma from an accredited
institution have been earned;

17.3. College education; and

17.4. Vocational training.

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Section 18. Certificate of Completion. The PDL shail be issued a certificate / diploma upon
successful completion of an educational program or course. The certificate shall form
part of his/her prison record.

Section 19. Recreational and Cultural Activities. Recreational and cultural activities shall be
provided to all PDL for the benefit of their mental and physical health.

CHAPTER 7
BUCOR CENTER FOR PREVENTING/COUNTERING VIOLENT EXTREMISM

Section 1. Bureau of Corrections Center for Preventing/Countering Violent Extremism.

The BuCor P/CVE Center shall formulate and implement a concerted program of
action of relevant BuCor units for the prevention and control of radicalization to
violent extremism in corrections facilities.

The Center shall be placed under the direct supervision of the Deputy Director
General for Reformation (DDGR) and shall function as one of the Bureau's Center
that will manage all matters pertaining to P/CVE.

Section 2. Composition and Leadership. The BuCor P/CVE Center shall be headed by a
Superintendent, who. shall have the rank of at least Corrections Senior
Superintendent and shall have the following:

2.1. Administrative Section:

2.2. Reformation Section; and

2.3. Security and Operation Section.

Section 3. Focused Programs. The Center shall create focused programs that aim to:

3.1. Prevent, counter-radicalization or disengagement to violent extremism in

corrections facilities;

3.2. Ensure full awareness of concerned BuCor units in the implementation of

Bureau's P/CVE programs;

3.3. Integrate all data pertaining to Violent Extremist Offenders;

3.4. Develop competence and resilience to BuCor personnel with regard to

addressing radicalization in the corrections facilities; and

3.5. Fully adhere to inter-agency commitments and agreements related to P/CVE.

Section 4. Duties and Responsibilities. The BuCor P/CVE Center shall have the following
functions:

4.1. Oversees and controls the conduct of P/CVE programs and operations in
BuCor;

4.2. Serves as coordinating office in the formulation and conduct of P/CVE plans,
programs and activities in the corrections facilities:
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4.3. Designs programs and projects aimed at enhancing capacity-building in

P/CVE in corrections facilities, as well as supporting the reiated programs and
projects of other BuCor offices and government agencies;

4.4. Formulates strategic research on the structure and dynamics of vioient

extremism in ali its forms, predict trends, and analyze relationships of given
factors for the formulation of strategies for the prevention of radicalization to
violent extremism in corrections facilities;

4.5. Establishes a central database on legislation, jurisprudence and existing rules

and policies concerning anti-terrorism and insurgency, with the end in view of
recommending measures and strategies to strengthen responses and
provide immediate intervention for the prevention of radicalization in
corrections facilities;

4.6. Undertakes close monitoring, networking, visitation, and liaising activities with
jails holding PDL with TRC and recommend measures to ensure their
humane safekeeping and development;

4.7. Enhances linkages with the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples,

Office of Muslim Affairs, National Commission on Muslim Filipinos, PNP
Salaam Police, and other relevant government offices and stakeholders to
ensure awareness on cultures of Violent Extremist Offenders and foster
effective partnership in the development of P/CVE programs;

4.8. Formulates policies raising the consciousness of BuCor personnel in the

religious, social, political, and cultural beliefs of concerned Violent Extremist
Offenders to ensure respect of principles and cultural diversity and promote
cooperation;

4.9. Establish a central database for infomiation on Violent Extremist Offenders,

to include data concerning their arrests and convictions, as well as activities
in corrections facilities;

4.10. Explores and coordinates information exchanges and training on P/CVE with
other agencies and organizations involved in anti-terrorism efforts;

4.11. Act as the Liaison Desk of the Bureau with the ATC-PMC;

4.12. Establishes links with other international corrections facilities with existing
P/CVE programs and create possible mutual agreement on data sharing and
adapting of their P/CVE security and rehabilitation programs;

4.13. Creates policies, regulations, and guidelines for the improvement of the
general function of the BuCor P/CVE Center; and

4.14. Perfomtis such other functions as directed by the Director General, BuCor.
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BOOK IV
FINAL PROVISIONS

Section 1. Repealing Clause. All other guidelines of the same purpose, contrary to or
inconsistent with any provisions of this Manual Is hereby repealed, modified or
amended accordingly.

Section 2. Separability Clause. If there are any provisions in this Manual, or application of such
provisions to any circumstance, is found to be invalid and unlawful, the other
provisions not affected thereby shall remain valid and subsisting.

Section 3. Effectivity. This Manual shall become effective fifteen (15) days after its publication
in a newspaper of general publication.
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GLOSSARY

Actual Time Served (ATS) - refers to the duration of incarceration without time ailowance credit

Admission - refers to the manner of receiving national PDL, a detainee or convicted person in a
prison facility committed by courts or other competent authority to serve sentence for a certain
period or for temporary confinement.

Adjudication — refers to the process outside the court system which invoives determinations of
the rights and interests of the parties involved and decides on the basis of law and evidence adduce
after hearing with respect to the matters in issue.

Agency — refers to departments, agencies, bureaus of the national government, govemment-

owned-and-controlled corporations with original charters, state universities and colleges and local
government units.

Appeal — refers to the remedy by the party adversely affected by the decision of the disciplining
authorities to seek review, modify, or reverse such decisions to be filed within the period as provided
by these rules.

Bills Aksyon Partner - refers to the counterpart Officer of the Civil Service Commission under the
Mamamayan Muna Program in every agency pursuant to CSC MC No. 3, s. 1994.

Bureau of Corrections - refers to the agency of the Department of Justice charged with the
security and reformation of national offenders, who have been sentenced to three years of
imprisonment or more.

Carpeta - refers to the institutional record of an inmate which consists of his/her mittimus
commitment order issued by the court after conviction, the prosecutor's information and the
decisions of the trial court and the appellate court, if any; Certificate of Non-Appeal, Certificate of
Detention and other pertinent documents of the case

Case Management Record - refers to a PDL record that comprises his/her personal data case
profile, diagnostic evaluation, general assessment, classification data, and recommended
reformation programs.

Child in Conflict with the Law (CICL) - refers to a person under the age of eighteen (18) years
who Is alleged as, accused of, or adjudged as, having committed an offense under Philippine laws.
(RA 9344)

Commitment Order - a written order of the court, or any other agency authorized by law to issue,
entrusting a PDL to a jail for the purpose of safekeeping during the pendency of his/her case.

Competent Authority - refers to the President of the Republic Philippines, Supreme Court, Court
of Appeals, Sandiganbayan, Regional Trial Court, Metropolitan Trial Court, Municipal Trial Court,
Municipal Circuit Trial Court, Shari a Court, and Military Courts, House of Representatives, Senate,
COMELEC, Bureau of Immigration, Board of Pardons and Parole and other courts of Jurisdiction
provided for by law.
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Complaint - refers to a written sworn statement stating particular ads, wrongs or injuries sustained
by a person. A communication in good faith that discloses or demonstrates an intention to disclose
information that malfeasance, misfeasance, or nonfeasance have occurred.

Conjugal Visitation - refers to the visit by the wife for a short period, usually an hour, more or less,
to her incarcerated husband during which they are allowed privacy and are generally understood to
have sexual contact.

Contraband - refers to any article, item, or thing prohibited by law and/or forbidden by prison Rules
that would pose as security hazards or endanger the lives of PDL. Narcotics and all other prohibited
drugs or substances, the possession and/or use of which are punishable under our laws, all types
of weapons, substances or chemicals that may cause injury to persons, and items or articles which
a PDL is not allowed to possess under prison Rules shall be considered contraband items and
confiscated.

Corrections Facility - refers to structures within the OPPF.

Corrections Officer — in general, the term corrections officer shall refer to all uniformed personnel
of the BuCor.

Criminal Insanity - refers to a state of mental illness where a person is unable to determine
between right and wrong and as a result will commit unlawful acts.

Criminal Networks - refers to illegal arrangements and linkages forged by shady characters aimed
to conduct unlawful activities.

Deputy Director General - refers to the second officer in command of the BuCor with the rank of
Assistant Secretary.

Detainee - refers to an offender who is accused before a court of law or competent authority who
is under preventive imprisonment or temporarily confined in jail or prison while undergoing
investigation or trial or awaiting final judgment.

Deterrence - when retribution is imposed upon a person who has committed a crime, the
discomfort inflicted will dissuade the offender (and others) from repeating the crime. When the
theory refers to the specific offender who committed the crime, it is known as special
deteirence. General deterrence describes the effect that punishment has when it serves as a public
example or threat that deters people other than the initial offender from committing similar crimes.

Director General - refers to the highest officer in the BuCor with the rank of Undersecretary as a
civilian employee in the uniformed service who is authorized to wear the three (3) star rank insignia
as symbol of authority and command responsibility.

Disturbances - refers to any untoward or uncommon actions, events, or conditions such as prison
break, riot, noise barrage, stabbing or assault upon personnel that occurs in prison and perpetrated
by any person, which may or may not have followed or depended upon another action of grave or
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serious consequences such as escape, injury, death, fire, flood, earthquake, or other calamity which
affects the prison community.

DOJ - refers to the Department of Justice.

Due for release - a term used for PDL whose remaining service of maximum sentence is one (1)
year prior to release.

Escape - it is an act of leaving from prison of a PDL through unofficial and illegal ways or without
any legal order from the authorities.

Escapee — a person who has unlawfully departed from official custody.

Finality of Decision - there is the finality of decision when after the lapse of fifteen (15) days from
receipt of notice thereof, no motion for reconsideration or appeal has been filed in accordance with
these Rules except those which are immediately executory.

Formal Charge - refers to an accusation in writing against erring personnel signed by the National
and Prison and Penal Farm Prosecutor, as the case may be.

Formal Education - refers to the learning program given to PDL that is organized as a continuous
process with gradual and defined stages and culminates in the achievement of a degree in
Entrepreneurship, supen/ised by the University Perpetual Help System Dalta and the Commission
on Higher Education.

GCTA Good Conduct Time Allowance - refers to the grant accorded for PDL on Good Conduct
entitling him/her to deductions from the possible maximum imprisonment or period of sentence.

Grievance - a work-related discontentment or dissatisfaction which had been expressed verbally

or in writing and which, in the aggrieved employee's opinion, has been ignored or dropped without
due consideration.

Grievance Machinery - a system or method of determining and finding the best way to address
the specific cause or causes of a grievance.

Habitual Delinquent - a person who, within a period of ten (10) years from the date of release from
prison or last conviction of the crimes of serious or less serious physical injuries, robbery, theft,
estafa, and falsification, is found guilty of any of said crimes a third time oroftener

Incentive - monetary or non-monetary motivation or privilege given to an official or employee for

contributions, suggestions, inventions, ideas, satisfactory accomplishment o demonstration of
exemplary behavior based on agreed performance standards and norms of behavior.

IRR- refers to the Revised Implementing Rules and Regulations of RA10575.

Jail - a detention or correctional/corrections facility managed by the BJMP or the local government
unit mandated by law to safekeep and rehabilitate a prisoner who is under preventive imprisonment

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or who is sentenced to not more than three (3) years of imprisonment by order of a court of law or
competent authority.

Manuscript-fiction, nonfiction, poetry, music and lyrics, drawings and cartoons, and other writings
of a similar nature.

Mittimus Order - a warrant issued by a court bearing its seal and the signature of the judge,
directing the jail or prison authorities to receive PDL for the service of sentence.

National PDL - a PDL sentenced by a court to serve a term of imprisonment for more than three
(3) years or to a fine of more than one thousand pesos (1,000) or regardless of the length of
sentence imposed by the court or to one sentenced for violation of custom law or other laws within
the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Customs or enforceable by it, or for violation of Immigration and
Election Laws or to one sentence two or more prison sentences in the aggregate exceeding the
period of three (3) years, whether or not he has appealed it shall also include person committed to
the Bureau by a court or competent authority for temporary confinement purpose.

Non-Formal Education - refers to the learning program that is established outside the formal
education system. It builds the individual's skills and capacities. Usually it is flexible, learner-
centered, contextualizes and uses a participatory approach; adhere to the promulgated activities
mandated by the Department of Education, Bureau of Alternative Learning System and Technical
Education and Skills Development Authority.

Non-Career — positions expressly declared by law to be in the non-career service; or those whose
entrance in the service is characterized by (I) entrance on bases other than those of the usual tests
of merit and fitness utilized for the career service and (2) tenure which is limited to the duration of
a particular project for which purpose employment was made.

Omnibus Rules on Appointments and Other Human Resource Actions (ORAOHRA) — refers
to the consolidation of rules pertaining to appointment, promotion, reassignment, separation, and
other human resource actions in the civil service.

Operating Prisons and Penal Farms - refers to a government establishment under the control
and supervision of the Bureau of Corrections where PDL sentenced for more than three (3) years
are incarcerated. This includes the New Bilibid Prison (NBP), Correctional Institution for Women
(CIW), Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm (IPPF), Davao Prison and Penal Farni (DPPF), San Ramon
Prison and Penal Farm (SRPPF), Sablayan Prison and Penal Farm (SPPF), Leyte Regional Prison
(LRP), and other future regional corrections facilities.
Pending Case - refers to case when a respondent had been formally charged before any
disciplining authorities or during the pendency of an appeal with any of the appellate bodies.

Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDL) - a detainee, inmate, or prisoner, or other person under
confinement or custody in any other manner. However, in order to prevent labeling, branding or
shaming by the use of these or other derogatory words, the term “prisoner” has been replaced by
this new and neutral phrase “Persons Deprived of Liberty” under Article 10, of International
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Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR), who “shall be treated with humanity and with
respect for the inherent dignity of the human person.”

Preliminary Investigation - a mandatory proceedings conducted by IAS Prosecutor to determine

the existence of prima facie case warranting the issuance of formal charge.

Prison Record — the information concerning a PDL’s personal circumstances, the offense he
committed, the sentence imposed, the criminal case numbers in the trial and appellate courts, the
date he commenced service for sentence, the date he was received for confinement, the date of
expiration of his/her sentence, the number of previous convictions, if any, and his/her behavior or
conduct while in prison.

Prison Record Jacket (PRJ) - contains the same as Carpeta except pertinent visitor’s document.
Corrections Order, Movement of PDL

Recidivist - a person who, at the time of his/her trial for one crime, shall have been previously
convicted by final judgment of another crime embraced the same title of the Revised Penal Code,
as amended.

Rehabilitation - a program of activity directed to restore a PDL self-respect and sense of

responsibility to the community, thereby making him/her a law-abiding citizen after serving his/her
sentence.

Release - refers to the procedures where a PDL is discharged from the corrections facility by
expiration of sentence; granted parole, grant of any other forms of executive clemency, and order
of the court or competent authority.

Reservation - refers to a penal/prison land reservation area comparable to a military reservation

area.

Security Camp - refers to a large enclosed area with dormitories, sports facilities, classrooms,
medical facilities, religious facilities, and other necessary facilities where national PDL/prisoners are
confined to serve their sentence. There are at least three (3) types of security camps: Maximum
Security Camp, Medium Security Camp, and Minimum-Security Camp.

Senior Citizens PDL - are those PDL who have reached sixty years old, or those who have retired
from work, and those who generally belong to the "old age" bracket.

Show Cause Order —An order in writing issued by IAS Prosecutor directing a person, whose case
is already elevated to IAS for the conduct of preliminary investigation, to show cause on why he or
she should not be charged administratively.
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UNIFORM ITEMS FEMALE MALE

OCTAGON SHAPE PERSHING CAP (Net
Type)

• Plain Black Visor Without Embroidered with

Single Gold Strap for C/INSP, CT/INSP
and to C/SINSP, CT/SINSP
• Visor with Leaves Embroidered all Gold
and Silver with Single Gold Strap for
C/CINSP, CT/CINSP, C/SUPT - CT/SUPT
and for C/SSUPT - CT/SSUPT
• Visor with Leaves Embroidered leaves &
Silver with General Gold Strap for
C/CSUPT - CT/CSSUPT to DIRECTOR,
DEPUTY DIRECTOR GENERAL and
DIRECTOR GENERAL. ✓ ✓
UPPER SUIT (White with gold wristband)

• One lining in C/INSP, CT/INSP to

C/SINSP, CT/SINSP
• Two lining for C/CINSP, CT/CINSP,
C/SUPT, CT/CINSP to C/SSUPT,
CT/SSUPT
• Three linings for C/CSUPT, CT/CSUPT,
DIRECTOR, DEPUTY DIRECTOR
GENERAL and DIRECTOR GENERAL. ✓ ✓
PANTS (White Color, Straight cut and ankle
length) n/a ✓
SKIRT (White Color and Length an inch above
the knee) ✓ n/a
INNER (White Long Sleeves Polo Shirt) ✓ ✓
GARRISON BELT (with Rank and Logo) ✓ ✓
SHOES (Charole, Black, Low-cut with 5 holes
shoelace, wet look) n/a ✓
SHOES (No Shoe Lace, Wet Look Shoes w/
2inches Heel) ✓ n/a
SOCKS (Solid Black Socks) n/a ✓
SOCKS (Skin toned Stockings) ✓ n/a
NECK TIE (Hex color 362204 and Dark
Brown) n/a ✓
NECK TAB (Hex color 362204 and Dark
Brown) ✓ n/a
PARAPHERNALIA DESCRIPTION/PLACEMENT

SHOULDER BOARD • Gold with rank insignia

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• For C/INSP, CT/INSP to • Silver with rank insignia

C/SINSP,
CT/SINSP
♦ For C/CINSP, CT/CINSP,
C/SUPT,
CT/SUPT, C/SSUPT, CT/SSUPT,
C/CSUPT, CT/CSUPT,
DIRECTOR,
DEPUTY DiRECTOR GENERAL
and DIRECTOR GENERAL
BADGE Pinned on the upper left Chest
NAME PLATE Inscribed in gold borders and letter
using Times New Roman front with Black
Background and pinned on the flap of the
Right Chest pocket
Pinned above the flap of the right chest
AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
pocket
BUTTONS With engrave & BuCor Logo
Pinned on the middle of the right chest
HIGHEST TRAINING PIN pocket
HIGHEST TRAINING Pinned on the middle of the Left chest
INSTITUTION PIN pocket

Non-Commissioned Officer
UNIFORM ITEMS FEMALE MALE
PERSHING CAP (Net Type)

• Plain Black Visor without Embroidered with

Black Synthetic Strap
✓ ✓
UPPER SUIT (White without wristband) ✓ ✓
PANTS (White Color, Straight cut and ankle length) n/a ✓
SKIRT (White Color and Length an inch above the
knee) ✓ n/a
INNER (White Long Sleeves Polo Shirt) ✓ ✓
GARRISON BELT (with Logo) ✓ ✓
SHOES (Charole, Black, Low-cut with 5 holes
shoelace, wet look) n/a ✓
SHOES (No Shoe Lace, Wet Look Shoes w/ 2 inches
Heel) ✓ n/a
SOCKS (Solid Black Socks) n/a ✓
SOCKS (Skin toned Stockings) ✓ n/a
NECK TIE (Hex color 362204 and Dark Brown) n/a ✓
NFP.K TAR mex color 362204 and Dark Brown) ✓ n/a
PARAPHERNALIA DESCRIPTION/PLACEMENT
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SHOULDER BOARD Silver metal appearance

BADGE Pinned on the upper left Chest
NAME PLATE Inscribed in gold borders and letter
using Times New Roman front with Black
Background and pinned on the flap of the
Right Chest pocket
Pinned above the flap of the right chest
AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
pocket
BUTTONS With engrave & BuCor Logo
Pinned on the middle of the right chest
HIGHEST TRAINING PIN pocket
HIGHEST TRAINING Pinned on the middle of the Left chest
INSTITUTION PIN pocket
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Commissioned Officer
UNIFORM ITEMS FEMALE MALE
OCTAGON SHAPE PERSHING CAP (Net Type)

• Plain Black Visor Without Embroidered with Single

Gold Strap for C/INSP, CT/INSP and to C/SINSP,
CT/SINSP
• Visor with Leaves Embroidered all Gold and Silver
with Single Gold Strap for C/CINSP, CT/CINSP,
C/SUPT - CT/SUPT and for C/SSUPT -
CT/SSUPT
• Visor with Leaves Embroidered leaves & Silver
with General Gold Strap for C/CSUPT -
CT/CSSUPT to DIRECTOR, DEPUTY DIRECTOR
GENERAL and DIRECTOR GENERAL. ✓ ✓
UPPER SUIT (Brown with gold wristband)

• One lining in C/INSP, CT/INSP to C/SINSP,

CT/SINSP
• Two lining for C/CINSP, CT/CINSP, C/SUPT,
CT/CINSP to C/SSUPT, CT/SSUPT
• Three linings for C/CSUPT, CT/CSUPT,
DIRECTOR, DEPUTY DIRECTOR GENERAL and
DIRECTOR GENERAL. ✓ ✓
PANTS (Brown Color, Straight cut and ankle length) n/a ✓
SKIRT (Brown Color and Length an inch above the
knee) ✓ n/a
INNER (White Long Sleeves Polo Shirt) ✓ ✓
GARRISON BELT (with Rank and Logo) ✓ ✓
SHOES (Charole, Black, Low-cut with 5 holes
shoelace, wet look) n/a ✓
SHOES (No Shoe Lace, Wet Look Shoes w/ 2inches
Heel) n/a
SOCKS (Solid Black Socks) n/a ✓
SOCKS (Skin toned Stockings) V n/a
NECK TIE (Hex color 362204 and Dark Brown) n/a ✓
NECK TAB (Hex color 362204 and Dark Brown) ✓ n/a
PARAPHERNALIA DESCRIPTION/PLACEMENT
SHOULDER BOARD

• For C/INSP, CT/INSP to C/SINSP, Gold with rank insignia

CT/SINSP
• For C/CINSP, CT/CINSP, C/SUPT, Silver with rank insignia
CT/SUPT, C/SSUPT, CT/SSUPT,
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C/CSUPT, CT/CSUPT, DIRECTOR,

DEPUTY DIRECTOR GENERAL and
DIRECTOR GENERAL
BADGE Pinned on the upper left Chest
NAME PLATE Inscribed in gold borders and letter
using Times New Roman front with
Black Background and pinned on
the flap of the Right Chest pocket
Pinned above the flap of the right
AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
chest pocket
BUTTONS With engrave & BuCor Logo
Pinned on the middle of the right
HIGHEST TRAINING PIN chest pocket
Pinned on the middle of the Left
HIGHEST TRAINING INSTITUTION PIN chest pocket

Non-Commissioned Officer
UNIFORM ITEMS FEMALE MALE
PERSHING CAP (Net Type)
• Plain Black Visor without Embroidered with Black
Synthetic Strap
✓ ✓
UPPER SUIT (Brown #743D2B without wristband) ✓ ✓
PANTS (Brown #743D2B, Straight cut and ankle length) n/a ✓
SKIRT (Brown #743D2B) ✓ n/a
INNER (White Long Sleeves Polo Shirt) ✓ •/
GARRISON BELT (with Logo) ✓ ✓
SHOES (Charole, Black, Low-cut with 5 holes shoelace,
wet look) n/a ✓
SHOES (No Shoe Lace, Wet Look Shoes w/ 2 inches
Heel) ✓ n/a
SOCKS (Solid Black Socks) n/a ✓
SOCKS (Skin toned Stockings) ✓ n/a
NECK TIE (Hex color 362204 and Dark Brown) n/a ✓
NECK TAB (Hex color 362204 and Dark Brown) ✓ n/a
PARAPHERNALIA DESCRIPTION/PLACEMENT
SHOULDER BOARD Silver metal appearance
BADGE Pinned on the upper left Chest
NAME PLATE Inscribed in gold borders and letter
using Times New Roman front with Black
Background and pinned on the flap of the
Right Chest pocket
Pinned above the flap of the right chest
AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
pocket
BUTTONS With engrave & BuCor Logo
Pinned on the middle of the right chest
HIGHEST TRAINING PIN pocket
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HIGHEST TRAINING Pinned on the middle of the Left chest

INSTITUTION PIN pocket

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Bush Coat
UNIFORM ITEMS FEMALE MALE
OCTAGON SHAPE PERSHING CAP (NET TYPE)
• Plain Black Visor Without Embroidered with Single
Gold Strap for C/INSP, CT/INSP and to C/SINSP,
CT/SINSP
• Visor with Leaves Embroidered all Gold and Silver with
Single Gold Strap for C/CINSP, CT/CINSP, C/SUPT,
CT/SUPT and to C/SSUPT, CT/SSUPT.
• Visor with Leaves Embroidered leaves & Silver with
General Gold Strap for C/CSUPT, CT/CSUPT,
DIRECTOR, DEPUTY DIRECTOR GENERAL and
DIRECTOR GENERAL ✓ ✓
BUSH COAT UPPER (Solid Dark Brown) ✓ ✓
PANTS (Solid Dark Brown, Straight cut and ankle length) n/a ✓
SKIRT (Solid Dark Brown and Length an inch above the knee)
For Pregnant: Gartered Skirt ✓ n/a
INNER SHIRT (V-neck WhiteT-Shirt) ✓ ✓
GARRISON BELT (with Rank and Logo) ✓ ✓
IDENTIFICATION CARD ✓ ✓
SHOES (Charole, Black, Low-cut with 5 holes shoelace, wet
look) n/a ✓
SHOES (No Shoe Lace, Wet Look Shoes w/ 2inches Heel) ✓ n/a
SOCKS (Solid Black Socks) n/a ✓
SOCKS (Skin toned Stockings) V n/a
NECK TIE (Hex color 362204 and Dark Brown) n/a ✓
NECK TAB (Hex color 362204 and Dark Brown) ✓ n/a
PARAPHERNALIA DESCRIPTION/PLACEMENT
RANK SHOULDER BOARD Placed on shoulder loop; embroidered
BUCOR names using Times New
Roman front with corresponding rank
appearing as:
• For C/INSP and CT/INSP • 1 anahaw leaf Gold Metal
• For C/SINSP and CT/SINSP • 2 anahaw leaves Gold Metal
• For C/CINSP and CT/CINSP • 1 sampaguita flower Silver
• For C/SUPT and CT/SUPT Metal
• For C/SSUPT and CT/SSUPT • 2 sampaguita flower Silver
• For C/CSUPT and CT/CSUPT Metal
• For DIRECTOR • 3 sampaguita flower Silver
• For DEPUTY DIRECTOR Metal
GENERAL • 1 Star Silver Metal
• For DIRECTOR GENERAL • 2 Star Silver Metal
• 3 Star Silver Metal
• 4 Star Silver Metal
BUCOR BADGE Pinned on the upper left Chest
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NAME PLATE Inscribed in gold borders and letter

using Times New Roman front with
Black Background and pinned on the
flap of the Right Chest pocket.
Pinned above the flap of the right chest
AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
pocket
BUTTONS Solid dark brown
Pinned on the middle of the right chest
HIGHEST TRAINING PIN pocket
Pinned on the middle of the Left chest
HIGHEST TRAINING INSTITUTION PIN pocket
IDENTIFICATION CARD Clipped at Chest Level
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GOA - A Commissioned Officer

UNIFORM ITEMS FEMALE MALE
OCTAGON SHAPE PERSHING CAP (Net Type)

• Plain Black Visor Without Embroidered with Single

Gold Strap for C/INSP, CT/INSP and to C/SINSP,
CT/SINSP
• Visor with Leaves Embroidered all Gold and Silver
with Single Gold Strap for C/CINSP, CT/CINSP,
C/SUPT - CT/SUPT and for C/SSUPT -
CT/SSUPT
• Visor with Leaves Embroidered leaves & Silver
with General Gold Strap for C/CSUPT -
CT/CSSUPT to DIRECTOR, DEPUTY
DIRECTOR GENERAL and DIRECTOR
GENERAL. ✓ ■/

GOA UPPER (KhakiB19A7A) ✓ ✓

GOA PANTS (Dark Brown, Baston cut and ankle
length) n/a ✓
SKIRT (Dark Brown. Length an inch above the knee) ✓ n/a
UNIT PATCH ✓ ✓
BUCOR PATCH ✓ ✓
GARRISON BELT (with rank and BuCor Logo) ✓ ✓
CHAROLE (Black, Low-cut with 5 holes shoelace, wet
look) n/a V
CHAROLE (Black 2 Inches Heel with 5 holes shoelace
wet look) ✓ n/a
BLACK SOCKS n/a ✓
SKIN TONED STOCKINGS ✓ n/a
NECK TIE n/a ✓
NECK TAB ✓ n/a
INNER: V-NECK WHITET-SHIRT ✓ ✓
PISTOL BELT ✓ ✓
PARAPHERNALIA DESCRIPTION/PLACEMENT
SHOULDER BOARD Placed on shoulder loop; embroidered
BUCOR names using Times New Roman
front with corresponding rank appearing as:

For C/INSP and CT/INSP • 1 anahaw ieaf Gold Metal

For C/SINSP and • 2 anahaw leaves Gold Metal
CT/SINSP • 1 sampaguita flower Silver Metal
For C/CINSP and • 2 sampaguita flower Silver Metal
CT/CINSP • 3 sampaguita flower Silver Metal
For C/SUPT and CT/SUPT • 1 Star Silver Metal
• 2 Star Silver Metal

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• For C/SSUPT and • 3 Star Silver Metal

CT/SSUPT • 4 Star Silver Metal
• For C/CSUPT and
CT/CSUPT
• For DIRECTOR
• For DEPUTY DIRECTOR
GENERAL
• For DIRECTOR
GENERAL
BADGE Pinned on the upper left Chest
NAME PLATE Inscribed in gold borders and letter
using Times New Roman front with Black
Background and pinned on the flap of the
Right Chest pocket.
Pinned above the flap of the right chest
AWARDS AND DECOFJATIONS
pocket
Pinned on the middle of the right chest
HIGHEST TRAINING PIN pocket
HIGHEST TRAINING Pinned on the middle of the Left chest
INSTITUTION PIN pocket
IDENTIFICATION CARD Clipped At Chest Level
DOUBLE GOLD CHAIN WITH
WHIS/HERTLE Placed at the left Shoulder

GOA —A Non-Commissioned Officer

UNIFORM ITEMS FEMALE MALE
PERSHING CAP (NET)
• Plain Black Visor without Embroidered with Black
Synthetic Strap ✓ ✓
GOA UPPER (KhaklB19A7A) ✓ ✓
GOA PANTS (Dark Brown, Baston cut and ankle length) n/a ✓
SKIRT (Dark Brown, Length an inch above the knee) ✓ n/a
UNIT PATCH ✓ ✓
BUCOR PATCH ✓ ✓
GARRISON BELT (with BuCor Logo) ✓ ✓
CHAROLE (Black, Low-cut with 5 holes shoelace, wet
look) n/a ✓
CHAROLE (Black 2 Inches Heel with 5 holes shoelace
wet look) ✓ n/a
BLACK SOCKS n/a ✓
SKIN TONED STOCKINGS ✓ n/a
NECK TIE n/a ✓
NECK TAB ✓ n/a
INNER: V-NECK WHITE T-SHIRT ✓ ✓
PISTOL BELT ✓ ■/
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PARAPHERNALIA DESCRIPTION/PLACEMENT
CHEVRON RANK Sewed just below the BuCor and Unit
patches in both sleeves.
BADGE Pinned on the upper left Chest
NAME PLATE Inscribed in gold borders and letter
using Times New Roman front with Black
Background and pinned on the flap of the
Right Chest pocket.
Pinned above the flap of the right chest
AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
pocket
Pinned on the middle of the right chest
HIGHEST TRAINING PIN pocket
HIGHEST TRAINING Pinned on the middle of the Left chest
INSTITUTION PIN pocket
IDENTIFICATION CARD Clipped At Chest Level
SINGLE GOLD CHAIN WITH
WHIS/HERTLE Placed at the left Shoulder

B Commissioned Officer
UNIFORM ITEMS FEMALE MALE
BALL CAP

•
Visor Without Embroidered with Single Gold
Strap for C/INSP, CT/INSP to C/SINSP,
CT/SINSP
• Visor with Leaves Embroidered all Gold and
Silver with Single Gold Strap for C/CINSP,
CT/CINSP C/SUPT, CT/SUPT, to C/SSUPT,
CT/SSUPT
• Visor with Leaves Embroidered leaves & Silver
with General Gold Strap for C/CSUPT,
CT/CSUPT, DIRECTOR, DEPUTY DIRECTOR
GENERAL and DIRECTOR GENERAL. ✓ ✓
GOA UPPER (KhakiBI 9A7A) ✓ ✓
PANTS (Dark Brown Hex Color 362204, Baston cut and
ankle length) ✓ ✓
UNIT PATCH ✓ ✓
BUCOR PATCH ✓ ✓
GARRISON BELT (with Rank and BuCor Logo) ✓ ✓
CHAROLE (Black, Low-cut with 5 holes shoelace, wet
look) n/a ✓
CHAROLE (Black 2 Inches Heel with 5 holes shoelace
wet look) ✓ n/a
BLACK SOCKS n/a ✓
SKIN TONED STOCKINGS ✓ n/a
NECKTIE n/a ✓
NECK TAB ✓ n/a

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INNER: V-NECK WHITET-SHIRT ✓ ✓

PISTOL BELT ✓ •/
PARAPHERNALIA DESCRIPTION/PLACEMENT
RANK SHOULDER LOOP Placed on shoulder straps; embroidered
BuCor names using Times New Roman
font with corresponding rank appearing as:
• For C/INSP and CT/INSP • 1 anahaw leaf Gold Metal
• For C/SINSP and • 2 anahaw leaves Gold Metal
CT/SINSP • 1 sampaguita flower Silver Metal
• For C/CINSP and • 2 sampaguita flower Silver Metal
CT/CINSP • 3 sampaguita flower Silver Metal
• For C/SUPT and CT/SUPT • 1 Star Silver Metal
• For C/SSUPT and • 2 Star Silver Metal
CT/SSUPT • 3 Star Silver Metal
• For C/CSUPT and • 4 Star Silver Metal
CT/CSUPT
• For DIRECTOR
• For DEPUTY DIRECTOR
GENERAL
• For DIRECTOR GENERAL
BADGE Pinned on the upper left Chest
NAME PLATE Inscribed in gold borders and letter
using Times New Roman front with Black
Background and pinned on the flap of the
Right Chest pocket.
Pinned above the flap of the right chest
AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
pocket
Pinned on the middle of the right chest
HIGHEST TRAINING PIN pocket
HIGHEST TRAINING Pinned on the middle of the Left chest
INSTITUTION PIN pocket
DOUBLE GOLD CHAIN WITH
WHIS/HERTLE Placed at the left Shoulder
IDENTIFICATION CARD Clipped at Chest Level

GOA - B Non-Commissioned Officer

UNIFORM ITEMS FEMALE MALE
BALL CAP •/
GOA UPPER (KhakiBI 9A7A) ✓ ✓
PANTS (Dark Brown Hex Color 362204, Baston cut
and ankle length) ✓ ✓
UNIT PATCH ✓ ✓
BUCOR PATCH ✓
GARRISON BELT (with BuCor Logo) ✓ ✓
CHAROLE (Black, Low-cut with 5 holes shoelace, wet
look) n/a ✓
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CHAROLE (Black 2 inches Heel with 5 holes shoelace
wet look) ✓ n/a
BLACK SOCKS n/a ■/

SKIN TONED STOCKINGS ✓ n/a

NECK TIE n/a ✓
NECK TAB ✓ n/a
INNER: V-NECK WHITET-SHIRT ✓ ✓
PISTOL BELT ✓ ✓
PARAPHERNALIA DESCRIPTION/PLACEMENT
CHEVRON RANK Sewed just below the BuCor and Unit
patches in both sleeves
BADGE Pinned on the upper left Chest
NAME PLATE Inscribed in gold borders and letter
using Times New Roman front with Black
Background and pinned on the flap of the
Right Chest pocket.
Pinned above the flap of the right chest
AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
pocket
Pinned on the middle of the right chest
HIGHEST TRAINING PIN pocket
HIGHEST TRAINING Pinned on the middle of the Left chest
INSTITUTION PIN pocket
SINGLE GOLD CHAIN WITH
WHIS/HERTLE Placed at the left Shoulder
IDENTIFICATION CARD Clipped at Chest Level

GOA- C Commissioned Officer

UNIFORM ITEMS FEMALE MALE
BALL CAP
•
Visor Without Embroidered with Single Gold
Strap for C/INSP, CT/INSP to C/SINSP,
CT/SINSP
• Visor with Leaves Embroidered all Gold and
Silver with Single Gold Strap for C/CINSP,
CT/CINSP, C/SUPT, CT/SUPT to C/SSUPT,
CT/SSUPT
• Visor with Leaves Embroidered leaves & Silver
with General Gold Strap for C/CSUPT,
CT/CSUPT, DIRECTOR, DEPUTY DIRECTOR
GENERAL and DIRECTOR GENERAL. ✓ ✓
GOA UPPER (KhakiB19A7A) ✓ ■/

PANTS (Dark Brown Hex Color 362204, Baston cut

and ankle length) ✓ V
SHOULDER Loop (Rank) ✓ V
UNIT PATCH ✓ ✓
BUCOR PATCH ✓ ✓
GARRISON BELT (Gold Skeletal Buckle) ✓ •/

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BADGE (Embroidered) ✓ ✓
NAME PATCH (Embroidered) ✓ ✓
CHAROLE (Black, Low-cut with 5 holes shoelace, wet
look) n/a ✓
CHAROLE (Black 2 inches Heel with 5 holes shoelace
■/
wet look) n/a
SOLID BLACK SOCKS ✓ ✓
INNER: V-NECK WHITET-SHIRT ✓ ✓
IDENTIFICATION CARD (clipped at Chest Level) ✓ ✓
PISTOL BELT ✓ ✓
PARAPHERNALIA DESCRIPTION/PLACEMENT
RANK SHOULDER LOOP Placed on shoulder straps; embroidered
using Times New Roman font with
corresponding rank appearing as:
• For C/INSP and CT/INSP • 1 Anahaw leaf embroidered and Gold
. For C/SINSP and color
CT/SINSP • 2 Anahaw leaves embroidered and Gold
. For C/CINSP and color
CT/CINSP • 1 Sampaguita flower Silver Metal
• For C/SUPT and CT/SUPT • 2 Sampaguita flower Silver Metal
. For C/SSUPT and • 3 Sampaguita flower Silver Metal
CT/SSUPT • 1 Star Silver Metal
• For C/CSUPT and • 2 Star Silver Metal
CT/CSUPT • 3 Star Silver Meta
• For DIRECTOR • 4 Star Silver Metal
• For DEPUTY DIRECTOR
GENERAL
• For DIRECTOR
GENERAL

GOA - C Non-Commissioned Officer

UNIFORM ITEMS FEMALE MALE
BALL CAP ✓ ✓
GOA UPPER (KhakiB19A7A) ✓ ✓
PANTS (Dark Brown Hex Color 362204, Baston cut and
ankle length) ✓ ✓
CHEVRON RANK ✓ ✓
UNIT PATCH ✓ ✓
BUCOR PATCH ✓ ✓
GARRISON BELT (Gold Skeletal Buckle) ✓ ✓
BUCOR BADGE (Embroidered) ✓ ✓
NAME PATCH (Embroidered) ✓ ✓
CHAROLE (Black, Low-cut with 5 holes shoelace, wet
look) n/a ✓
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CHAROLE (Black 2 inches Heel with 5 holes shoelace

wet look) ■/
n/a
SOLID BLACK SOCKS V
INNER; V-NECK WHITET-SHIRT ✓ ✓
IDENTIFICATION CARD (clipped at Chest Level) ✓ ✓
PISTOL BELT ✓ ✓
PARAPHERNALIA DESCRIPTION/PLACEMENT
CHEVRON RANK Sewed just below the BUCOR and Unit
patches in both sleeves

GOA - D Commissioned Officer

UNIFORM ITEMS FEMALE MALE
BALL CAP
• Visor Without Embroidered with Single Gold Strap
for C/INSP, CT/INSP to C/SINSP, CT/SINSP
• Visor with Leaves Embroidered all Gold and Silver
with Singie Gold Strap for C/CINSP, CT/CINSP
C/SUPT, CT/SUPT to C/SSUPT, CT/SSUPT
• Visor with Leaves Embroidered leaves & Silver
with General Gold Strap for C/CSUPT, CT/CSUPT,
DIRECTOR, DEPUTY DIRECTOR GENERAL and
DIRECTOR GENERAL. ✓ ✓
SUMMER SHIRT (Khaki B19A7A color with green lining
at the sleeves) ✓ ✓
GOA PANTS (Dark Brown Hex Color 362204, Baston
cut and ankle length) ✓ ✓
RANK INSIGNIA (Black color and embroidered) ■/
✓
UNiT PATCH (Embroidered) ✓ ✓
BUCOR PATCH (Embroidered) •/ ✓
GARRISON BELT (Gold Skeletal Buckle) ✓ ✓
BUCOR BADGE (Embroidered) ✓ ✓
NAME WITH BADGE NUMBER BELOW
(Embroidered) ✓ ✓
CHAROLE (Black, Low-cut with 5 holes shoelace, wet
look) n/a ✓
CHAROLE (Black 2 Inches Heel with 5 holes shoelace
wet look) ✓ n/a
SOLID BLACK SOCKS ✓ ✓
IDENTIFICATION CARD (clipped at Chest Level) ✓ ✓
PISTOL BELT ✓ ✓

GOA - D Non-Commissioned Officer

UNIFORM ITEMS FEMALE MALE
BALL CAP ✓ ✓
SUMMER SHIRT (Khaki B19A7A color with green lining
at the sleeves) ✓ ✓
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GOA PANTS (Dark Brown Hex Color 362204, Baston

cut and ankle length) ✓ ✓
RANK INSIGNIA (Black color and embroidered) ✓
UNIT PATCH (Embroidered) ✓ ✓
BUCOR PATCH (Embroidered) ✓ ✓
GARRISON BELT (Gold Skeletal Buckle) ✓ ✓
BUCOR BADGE (Embroidered) ✓ ✓
NAME WiTH BADGE NUMBER BELOW
(Embroidered) ✓ ✓
CHAROLE (Black, Low-cut with 5 holes shoelace, wet
look) n/a ✓
CHAROLE (Black 2 inches Heel with 5 holes shoelace
wet look) ✓ n/a
SOLID BLACK SOCKS ✓ ✓
IDENTIFICATION CARD (clipped at Chest Level) ✓ ✓
PISTOL BELT ✓ ✓
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ANNEX “F”
Field Uniform

Commissioned Officer
UNIFORM ITEMS FEMALE MALE
8 POINT COVER CAP ✓
BFU UPPER ✓ ✓
BFU PANTS ✓ ✓
RANK INSIGNIA (Embroidered) ✓ V
UNIT PATCH (Embroidered) ✓ ✓
BUCOR PATCH (Embroidered Not Detachable) ✓ V
NAME PATCH (Embroidered Not Detachable) ✓ ✓
TACTICAL BELT ✓
LOW CARRY HOLSTER ✓ ✓
PLAIN BLACK SOCKS ■/

COMBAT/TACTICAL SHOES (Brown) ✓ ✓

UNDERSHIRT (CVAC Upper Uniform) V ✓

Non-Commissioned Officer
UNIFORM ITEMS FEMALE MALE
8 POINT COVER CAP ✓ ✓
BFU UPPER ✓ ✓
BFU PANTS ✓ ✓
RANK INSIGNIA (Embroidered) ✓ ✓
UNIT PATCH (Embroidered) ✓ ✓
BUCOR PATCH (Embroidered Not Detachable) ✓ ✓
NAME PATCH (Embroidered Not Detachable) ✓ ✓
TACTICAL BELT ✓ ✓
LOW CARRY HOLSTER ■/
✓
PLAIN BLACK SOCKS ✓ ✓
COMBAT/TACTICAL SHOES (Brown) ✓ ✓
UNDERSHIRT (CVAC Upper Unifono) ✓ ✓

“BuCor Field Uniform Type B (Commissioned Officer)”

UNIFORM ITEMS FEMALE MALE
8 POINT COVER CAP ✓ ✓
BFU UPPER (Spandex) ✓ ✓
BFU PANTS ✓ ✓
UNIT PATCH (Embroidered) ✓ ✓
BUCOR PATCH (Embroidered Not Detachable) ✓ ✓
NAME PATCH (Embroidered Not Detachable) ✓ ✓
RANK (Embroidered Not Detachable) ✓ ✓
TACTICAL BELT
DROP-LEG (LOW CARRY) HOLSTER ✓ ✓
PLAIN BLACK SOCKS ✓ ✓
COMBAT/TACTICAL SHOES (Brown) ✓ ✓

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EQUIPMENT:
TACTICAL HELMET (KEVLAR HELMET), EYE
PROTECTOR, BULLET PROOF OR LOAD-
BEARING VEST. GAS MASK, TACTICAL KNIFE,
WIRE CUTTER, FLEX CUFFS, FLASH LIGHT, CUT
RESISTANT GLOVES, TEAR GAS/ STUN
GRENADE, PISTOL WITH LOW-CARRY HOLSTER
AND LONG FIREARMS. ^ ✓

“BuCor Field Uniform Type B (Non-Commissioned Officer)”

UNIFORM ITEMS FEMALE MALE
8 POINT COVER CAP ✓ ✓
BFU UPPER (Spandex) ✓
BFU PANTS ✓ ✓
UNIT PATCH (Embroidered) ✓ ✓
BUCOR PATCH (Embroidered Not Detachable) ✓ ✓
NAME PATCH (Embroidered Not Detachable) ✓ ✓
RANK (Embroidered Not Detachable) ✓ ✓
TACTICAL BELT ✓ ✓
DROP-LEG (LOW CARRY) HOLSTER ✓ ✓
PLAIN BLACK SOCKS ✓ ✓
COMBAT/TACTICAL SHOES (Brown) ✓ ✓
EQUIPMENT:
TACTICAL HELMET (KEVLAR HELMET), EYE
PROTECTOR, BULLET PROOF OR LOAD-
BEARING VEST, GAS MASK, TACTICAL KNIFE,
WIRE CUTTER, FLEX CUFFS, FLASH LIGHT, CUT
RESISTANT GLOVES, TEAR GAS/ STUN
GRENADE, PISTOL WITH LOW-CARRY HOLSTER
AND LONG FIREARMS. ✓ ✓
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ANNEX “G”
Athletic Attire

"Athletic Attire (Commissioned Officer)”

UNIFORM ITEMS FEMALE MALE
ATHLETIC T-SHIRT WITH COLLAR (With Green Lining at
the Shoulder Part and have Print of Bucor at the Back and
at the Front Right Upper Chest of the Shirt) ✓ ✓
SHORT/ JOGGING PANTS (With Bucor in the Right Part) ✓ ✓
BLACK SOCKS ✓ ✓
BUCOR ATHLETIC SHOES ✓ ✓

“Athletic Attire (Non-Commissioned Officer)”

UNIFORM ITEMS FEMALE MALE
ATHLETIC T-SHIRT WITH COLLAR (With Green Lining at
the Shoulder Part and have Print of Bucor at the Back and
at the Front Right Upper Chest of the Shirt) ✓ ✓
SHORT/ JOGGING PANTS (With Bucor in the Right Part) ✓ ✓
BLACK SOCKS ✓
BUCOR ATHLETIC SHOES ✓ ✓
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DIRECTORATE FOR ADMINISTRATION
DOCTRINE DEVELOPMENT DIVISION
NBP Reservation, Muntinlupa City, Philippines, 1776

DOCTRINE AND POLICY MAKING BOARD (DPMB)

DPM8 RESDlUTiON No. 2D24-D1

A Resolution Recommending the Approval of

the Bureau of Corrections Manual

WHEREAS, pursuant to Republic Act ID575 "The Bureau of Corrections Act of ZDI3",
it is the policy of the state to promote the general welfare and safeguard the basic rights of
every Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDL) incarcerated in our national penitentiary;

WHEREAS, coexisting with the Bureau of Corrections' mandate of safekeeping is

reformation that shall be discharged by Professional Reformation Personnel through
different Reformation Programs;

WHEREAS. on a national scope, the Bureau of Corrections shall be able to

completely deliver the actual realization of deterrence, restraint, discipline, reformation, and
restoration as major interventions for the treatment of law offenders towards a safe,
secure, harmonious, and progressive Philippine society.

WHEREAS, the Bureau of Corrections Manual Z0Z4 is formulated to ensure the full
regulation and implementation of the safekeeping and reformation of every PDL.

WHEREAS, during its 20th DPMB meeting on the 71th day of February ZDZ4. the
Board, as part of its functions, convened and deliberated on the Manual.

WHEREAS, on the same date, after thornugb review and deliberation, the Board
ADOPTED and recommended for the APPROVAL of the Bureau of Corrections Manual 2024;

NDW WHEREFORE, the DPMB hereby resolves as it hereby being RESOLVED to

RECOMMEND the approval of the Bureau of Corrections Manual 2D24.

ADOPTED this 2?h day of February 2D24 at the Bureau of Corrections. National
Headquarters, Muntinlupa City. Philippines.

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JERRERAS
Deputy ■ General for Administration
Chief. Legal Service
ChairpBTsm

C/CSDPWIMS BRAVO
QIC. Deputy Director Ge^al for Reformation
Vice Charperson

C/SSUPT MuENCID S FAUSTIND CT/SSUPT MA. CECILIA V VILLANUEVA

lUPTMA. VII
Director. BiAor Land Control and Director, Directorate for Health and
Management Center Welfare Services
Chief, BuCor Business Center Member
Member

CT/S CT/SUPT N ANDRADA

Acting rectorate for Administration Acting Director, Directorate for
Member Reception and Diagnostics
Member

C/CINSP EPtflfRDDP^D^
CT/SUPT
Acting Din Director or External Director, Directorate for Security
Relations and Operations
Member Member

MS. MARIA gELDir.MONSALUD 3.UGAYAA.DADDR

Director. Directorate for Planning { Human Resource Division
and Management Member
Member

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 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The Bureau of Corrections Manual 2D24 would nut have been realized without the
enthusiasm, patience, and expertise of the highly appreciated members of the Doctrine and
Policy Making Board (DPMB):

GENERAL GREBDRID PID P CATAPANG JR.,AFP (Ret.),

CESE, CCLH
Director General, BuCor

ASEC ALIPERRERAS
Deputy Director General for Administration
Chief, Legal Service
Chairperson

C/CSUPT CELSD S BRAVD

QIC, Deputy Director General for Reformation
Vice Chairperson

MEMBERS

C/SSUPT MELENCIO S FAUSTIND

Chief, BuCor Business Center
Director, BuCor Land Control and Management Center

CT/SSUPT MA. CECILIA V VILLANUEVA

Director, Directorate for Health and Vlfelfare Services

CT/SUPT ELSA A ALABADD

Acting Director, Directorate for Administration

CT/SUPT CYNTHIA NANDRADA

Acting Director, Directorate for Reception and Diagnostics

CT/SUPT NUELM MARQUEZ

Acting Director, Directorate for External Relations

C/CINSP EDUARDO PGDBDRZA

Director, Directorate for Security and Operations

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DirEctor, DirEctaratE for Planning and ManagEmEnt

MS. LIGAYA A. DADDR

ChiEf, Human Resdupce Divisian

SECRETARIAT

MS. MARITES C. MAGTALAS

Hee H SacrEtariat
Acting Chiaf, Dactrina Davalapmant Divisian

CDS Mira Flan L Baynga

Daputy Chiaf, Dactrina Davalapmant Divisian

CDI Cheryl Mae R Verane

CTDI Renalyn E Capati
CDI Khmerleu Rumbaaa
CD! Aileen M Piayas
CDI Kathleen K Padsingan
CDI Kirstin B Wallie
CDI Kaula P Bastan
CDI Jacelyn Dnga

and

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CLUSTER FDR ADMINISTRATIDN

CT/SUPT ELSA A ALABADD

Acting DiPEctor, DirEctaratE for Administration
Chairporson

MS. MARIA CIELD D. MDNSALUD

Diroctor, DirBctorata for Planning and Management
VicE Chairperson

Members

MS. LIGAYA A. DADDR

Chief, Human Resource Division

MR. JDSERAMDNC. PADUA

Chief, Administrative Division

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Acting Chief, Doctrine Development Division

MR. MANUEL LSESCARJR.

Chief, ARTA Section

CTSD2 Rosa Lynn A Cordero

Chief, Learning and Development Division

Consultant
C/SINSP NEIL DIDNISID A BUDT

Secretariat
CDI Kyrene Angeli M Almodovar

CLUSTER FDR SECURITY AND DPERATIDNS

C/CINSP EDUARDU P GDGURZA

Director, Directorate for Security and Dperations
Chairperson

C/CINSP ROGER D BDNCALES

Superintendent, New Bilibid Prison
Vice Chairperson

Members

CT/SSUPT MA. CECILIA V VILLANUEVA

Director, Directorate for Health and Welfare Services

CT/SUPT CYNTHIA NANDRADA

Acting Director, Directorate for Reception and Diagnostics

CT/CINSP MARJORIE ANN P SANIDAD

Camp Commander, Reception and Diagnostics Center

C/CINSP RUBEN RFORMOSO

Camp Commander, Medium Security Camp

C/SINSP ABEL OR CIRUELA

Camp Commander, Maximum Security Camp

C/SINSP ROYS VIVO

Camp Commander, Minimum Security Camp

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Cammander of the Guards, Maximum Security Camp

TECHNICAL WORKING GROUP SECURITY ANO OPERATIONS

C/SINSP MARLON E MANGUBAT

Chief, Public Infarmatiun Office
Team Leader

Members
CS02 Rudy M Mendoza Jr
COS Gem Theresa A Creer
COS Michael 0 Arciaga
C02 Lawrence H Creer
C02 Aram R Miranda
COI Norilyn A Pico

Secretariat
COI Maryleu Torres

CLUSTER FOR REFORMATION

C/CSUPT CELSO S BRAVO

QIC, Deputy Director General for Reformation
Chairperson

CT/SSUPT MA. CECILIA V VILLANUEVA

Director, Directorate for Health and Welfare Services
Vice Chairperson

Members

C/SSUPT GERARDO F PADILLA

Director, Directorate for Reformation

CT/SUPT NOEL M MARQUEZ

Acting Director, Directorate for External Relations

CT/SINSP DOMINIC RLIBREA

Acting Chief, Moral and Spiritual Division

CT/SINSP CARMENCITA A BRAVO

Chief, Education and Training Division

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Chief. Work and Livelihood Division

CT/SINSP LAURA D LASCD

Chief, Sports and Recreation Division

CTDI Lucia E Santos

Chief, Behavior Modification Division

TECHNICAL WORKING GROUP FOR REFORMATION

C/SUPT MARITES 0 LUCENO

Deputy Director, Directorate for Reformation
Team Leader

Members
COS Roel C Samogod
CTOS Jennifer Rase S Oiaz
COI Erika M Miranda
CDI Cresencia Fana-ang

Secretariat
COI Antionette Caampued

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