Zamboanga City - The
change of management of Permex Producer and Exporter Corporation has led to the
termination of employment and displacement of 445 workers.
Realizing the need to improve the
lives of these affected workers, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)
through the Zamboanga City Field Office (ZCFO) headed by Mr. Ian A. Lahi came
to the rescue and was able to profile 342 displaced workers.
Yesterday, February 20, 2013, DOLE
facilitated the initial release of starter kits benefitting 22 displaced
workers involving a total amount of P219, 000.00 to venture on carpentry, welding,
electrical service, baking, garments manufacturing, and commercial cooking
projects.
Occupational Safety and Health
Executive Director Ma. Teresita Cucueco emphasized the importance of Safety and
Health practices to the beneficiaries and explained the benefits that they can
avail from DOLE.
DOLE-9 Regional Director Sisinio B.
Cano said that the Kabuhayan Starter Kits are intended for workers who are
displaced to be able to augment their family income. (FPG/GTT/DOLE9/PIA9/alt)