By Lace Anne Ebuña
(May 28, 2024) – President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos signed Republic Act 11996, also known as the “Eddie Garcia Law,” on May 24, enhancing the protection and welfare of workers in the movie and television industry.
The law mandates that employers provide safe working conditions, fair wages, social security benefits, and health insurance. It aligns with the Labor Code of the Philippines and Republic Act No. 11058, the “Act Strengthening Compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Standards and Providing Penalties for Violations,” among other applicable laws.
Prompted by the tragic accident leading to the death of actor Eddie Garcia, it requires workers and employers to sign a mutually understood agreement or employment contract before service begins.
“No agreement or employment contract shall discriminate against a worker who has contracts or projects with other production outfits unless exclusivity is specified in the contract, nor shall any person perform any act involving preference based on race, color, descent, national or ethnic origin, or religion, which has the purpose or effect of nullifying the recognition, enjoyment, or exercise on an equal footing of any human right or fundamental freedom,” the law’s non-discriminatory provision states.
Work hours must follow the terms of the employment contract. Wages should not fall below the regional minimum wage and must be paid punctually as agreed. Employers must also comply with Republic Act No. 7610, as amended by Republic Act No. 9231, regarding the employment of minors.
All industry workers are entitled to benefits from the Social Security System (SSS), Home Development Mutual Fund (Pag-IBIG Fund), and Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth). Employers are required to follow occupational safety and health standards.
The law also emphasizes occupational safety, requiring adherence to established health standards. It mandates ongoing skills training, tasking the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) with implementing continuous training programs.
Violators shall be fined up to P100,000 for the first offense, P200,000 for the second offense, and up to P500,000 for the third and succeeding offenses.
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We have developed a Privacy Policy that adopts and observes appropriate standards for personal data protection. While our Privacy Policy sets out the general principles governing the collection, use, and disclosure of our users’ personal information, our Privacy Commitment seeks to inform you more about TV5’s privacy practices.
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We also put in effect the following safeguards:
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If you wish to have access to the personal information in our custody or if you think that the personal information you provided is incomplete, or otherwise inaccurate, you may get in touch with our Data Protection Officer through the contact details provided below. In some instances, we may request for supporting documents or proof before we effect requested changes.
Data Protection Officer
TV5 Network Inc.
Reliance corner Sheridan Streets
Mandaluyong City
tv5dataprivacy@tv5.com.ph
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From time to time, we may update our privacy policy and practices to comply with changes in applicable laws and regulatory requirements, adapt to new technologies and protocols, and align with the best practices of the industry.
You will be provided notices if the changes are significant and, if we are required by law, we will obtain your updated consent.