Here is the ergonomics legislation from the
Philippines
The information here was collated from official online sources by Ergo Global ergonomists. All information is for general purposes and cannot be considered 1-to-1 legal advice. Ergo Global disclaim any liability relating to the information provided on this page.
To Note
The Philippines does not have a single “ergonomics act,” but ergonomics regulation is integrated into its Republic Act No. 11058: Occupational Safety and Health Standards.
Page last updated: 11/05/2026
The Duties of
The Employer
-
Expansion to Alternative and Remote Workplaces (Department Order No. 252-25, Chapter III, Section 4a)
Employers are now explicitly responsible for ensuring a safe and healthy environment not just in physical offices, but also in alternative workplaces (such as home-based or remote work). This includes identifying and managing risks associated with these unconventional setups. -
Integration with Universal Health Care (Department Order No. 252-25, Chapter III, Section 13)
A significant new mandate requires employers to integrate OSH with the national health system. This involves registering all employees with the National Health Insurance Program (PhilHealth), ensuring regular remittance of contributions, and facilitating their access to DOH-licensed primary care facilities. -
Mandatory Digital Reporting and Compliance (Department Order No. 252-25, Chapter III, Section 12)
Employers must now use the DOLE Online Compliance Portal for the mandatory submission of OSH reports. This includes the Annual Medical Report and the Annual Work Accident/Illness Exposure Data, regardless of whether any incidents occurred. -
Holistic Risk Management (Department Order No. 252-25, Chapter III, Sections 4 & 12)
Beyond traditional physical hazards, the revised rules place a heavy emphasis on ergonomic stressors and psychosocial hazards. Employers must develop dynamic OSH programs that address mental health, workplace bullying, and ergonomic safety to deliver measurable safety outcomes rather than just basic compliance.
The Duties of
The Employer
🏠 for Remote Work
- Safe Work Environment - The employer must provide a work environment that is free from hazardous conditions that could cause death, illness, or physical harm to employees/workers, including those working in an alternative workplace.
- Occupational Health & Safety Standards - Ensure that the telecommuting program includes occupational safety and health standards, such as ergonomics, good housekeeping, and mental health programs, as reasonably necessary, including the physical and mental well-being of employees.
The Duties of
The Employee
- Hazard Prevention - Ensure that the work environment is free from hazardous conditions that could cause death, illness, or physical harm; and Prevent or abate disabling injury, imminent danger or dangerous occurrence.
What's next?
Step 1
Run an ergonomics audit following these regulations.
Step 2
List out the gaps in your ergonomics policy.
Step 4
Contact Ergo Global for more support where needed.
