Minimum Wage and Labor Standards Quiz

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What is the duration of maternity leave granted to female employees with a live childbirth?

105 days with full pay (correct)

75 days with full pay

30 days without pay

60 days with full pay

How many days of paternity leave are granted to married male employees?

5 calendar days

10 calendar days

7 calendar days (correct)

14 calendar days

Under what condition can a female employee receive an additional 15 days of maternity leave?

If she is qualified as a solo parent (correct)

If she takes leave for mental health reasons

If her spouse assists with childcare

If she has a multiple birth

Which of the following qualifies a parent for parental leave as a solo parent?

Death of a spouse Signup and view all the answers

If a male employee does not use his paternity leave, what happens to it?

It is lost and cannot be reclaimed Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Regional Wage Orders?

To set minimum wage rates within regions based on various factors Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true regarding the Daily Minimum Wage in the NCR?

It ranges from 500 to 537 pesos depending on the sector Signup and view all the answers

Which group is exempt from the coverage of the Minimum Wage Law but still receives certain benefits?

Barangay Micro Business Enterprises (BMBEs) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum wage rate for apprentices and learners?

75% of the applicable minimum wage Signup and view all the answers

Who is subjected to the same benefits as an able-bodied person under the employment law?

Persons with disabilities Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following workers are not entitled to Holiday Pay?

Retail and service establishments with fewer than 10 employees Signup and view all the answers

What is the income tax requirement for minimum wage earners with an annual gross compensation below 250,000 pesos?

They are exempt from paying income taxes Signup and view all the answers

What authority issues the Certificate of Authority for BMBEs?

The Negosyo Center in the City/Municipality Signup and view all the answers

What is the total duration of parental leave that an employee is entitled to each year?

7 work days Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit provided to women victims under RA 9262?

Paid leave for 10 days Signup and view all the answers

What certification must a victim-employee present to access the leave benefit under RA 9262?

Certification from barangay officials Signup and view all the answers

For how long is the special leave for women granted after undergoing surgery?

2 months with full pay Signup and view all the answers

How is the 13th month pay calculated?

Total basic salary earned divided by 12 months Signup and view all the answers

If an employee worked for 6 months or less, how is their 13th month pay calculated?

Equal to 1/12 of their basic salary earned during that period Signup and view all the answers

What is the separation pay equivalent for an employee leaving after 4 years of service?

3 months' pay Signup and view all the answers

Under which condition is an employee entitled to separation pay?

Retrenchment to prevent losses Signup and view all the answers

What is the compulsory retirement age for employees in most sectors?

65 years old Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum retirement pay for an employee who has served for 10 years?

10 months salary Signup and view all the answers

Which benefit is NOT included under the Employees' Compensation Program?

Pension fund Signup and view all the answers

What is the retirement age for underground mining employees?

50 years old with 5 years of service Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstance will an employee not be entitled to separation pay?

When termination is for just cause Signup and view all the answers

Which type of disability benefit is given to a worker who loses the use of a body part?

Permanent Partial Disability Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration limit for claiming Temporary Total Disability benefits?

120 days Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true regarding the retirement benefits for Kasambahay?

They are entitled to retirement benefits. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of days for which sickness benefits can be granted in a calendar year?

120 days Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following obligations is NOT required of employers regarding employee health and safety?

Providing an annual health assessment Signup and view all the answers

What is the time frame for filing a claim in case of injury?

Within 3 years of the sustained injury Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a criteria for Permanent Total Disability?

Loss of two limbs at or above the ankle or wrists Signup and view all the answers

What benefit is provided to a solo parent in addition to the maternity benefit?

15 additional days of maternity benefit Signup and view all the answers

What is the required contribution amount for PhilHealth to become a lifetime member?

120 monthly premiums Signup and view all the answers

Within how many days must an employer record an occurrence of sickness, injury, or death in their logbook?

5 days Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following refers to a daily cash allowance for members unable to work due to sickness or injury?

Sickness Benefit Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Boards (RTWPBs)

Prescribe minimum wage rates for industries per location
Consider the number of workers and enterprise capitalization

Wage Orders

Wage increases stipulated apply to private sector workers and those earning minimum wage
Example: Daily minimum wage in NCR is 500-537 pesos; Region IV A (non-agriculture) is 317-400 pesos

Minimum Wage

Based on a normal 8-hour workday
Excludes Barangay Micro Business Enterprises (BMBEs) with total assets under 3 million pesos
All BMBEs employees are still entitled to benefits like SSS and Healthcare
Workers paid by results must be paid at least the minimum wage rate for an 8-hour workday
Apprentices and Learners must be paid at least 75% of the applicable minimum wage
Persons with Disabilities are eligible for the same terms, conditions, benefits, and compensation as able-bodied individuals

Income Tax Exemption

Individuals with an annual gross compensation below 250,000 pesos are exempt from income tax

Holiday Pay

Paid at the regular daily wage for any unworked regular holiday
Not granted to:
- Government Employees
- Retail/Service establishments with less than 10 workers
- Kasambahay and personal service workers
- Managerial employees
- Officers or members of the managerial staff

Service Incentive Leave

Unused leave can be converted to its monetary equivalent at the end of the year

Maternity Leave

105 days with full pay for all private sector female employees
Additional 15 days with full pay for solo parents
60 days with full pay for miscarriage or emergency termination of pregnancy
30 days unpaid leave can be availed after live childbirth

Paternity Leave

7 calendar days with full pay for married male employees in the private sector
Applicable for the first 4 deliveries of the employee's lawful wife
Aimed to offer support to their wives during recovery
Not convertible to cash if not availed

Parental Leave for Solo Parents

7 work days every year for solo parents
Non-convertible to cash if not availed
Available to:
- Individuals taking on parenthood due to rape, death of spouse, spouse's detention/sentencing
- Spouse's physical/mental incapacity, legal separation, nullity/annulment of marriage, spouse's abandonment
- Unmarried mothers/fathers, those solely providing parental care, family members assuming head of family responsibility

Leave for Violence Against Women and Children

Paid leave benefit for private sector women employees who are victims as defined in RA 9262
Covers days for medical and legal concerns
Requires certification from a Barangay official, prosecutor, or court clerk
Entitles victim-employees to 10 days of leave with full pay

Special Leave for Women

2 months of leave with full pay for female employees undergoing surgery related to gynecological disorders
Granted after surgery

13th Month Pay

Minimum of 1/12 of the total basic salary earned during the year
Paid not later than December 24th
Applicable to workers paid on a piecework basis and those with a fixed wage plus commission
Partial 13th month pay is granted to employees working less than 12 months

Separation Pay

Half a month's pay for every year of service, with 6 months considered a year
Granted for:
- Retrenchment to prevent losses
- Closure or cessation of operation
- Employee suffering from an incurable illness (within 6 months)
- Lack of service assignment for security guards (continuous 6 months)
Notice of termination is required one month prior
Not provided for termination due to just cause

Retirement Pay

Compulsory retirement age is 60 years old; 65 years old is compulsory
Minimum of ½ month salary for every year of service
Eligibility requires at least 5 years of service
For underground mining employees: Compulsory retirement age is 60 years old; 50 years old with at least 5 years of service
Racehorse jockeys: Compulsory retirement age is 55 years old; must be licensed by PHILRACOM
Kasambahay and personal service workers are also eligible

Employees' Compensation Program

Benefits include:
- Loss of income benefit
- Medical benefits
- Rehabilitation services
- Carer's allowance
- Death and funeral benefits

Disability Benefits

Temporary Total Disability: Unable to work for a continuous period not exceeding 120 days
Permanent Partial Disability: Loss of a body part and its use
Permanent Total Disability: Inability to work for more than 240 days; covers:
- Complete loss of sight in both eyes
- Loss of both limbs at or above the ankles or wrists
- Permanent complete paralysis of both limbs
- Brain injury causing incurable imbecility or insanity

Claims for Employees' Compensation Program

Only for work-connected sickness, injuries, or death
Must be filed within 3 years from:
- Sickness: When earning capacity is lost
- Injury: From the time of injury
- Death: From the time of death

Obligations/Responsibilities of Employers

Contribute to the State Insurance Fund in behalf of employees
Register employers with GSIS/SSS
Comply with health and safety laws
Keep a logbook of employee sickness, injury, or death
Provide medical services to employees

PhilHealth

Lifetime membership after contributing 120 monthly premiums and reaching retirement age

SSS

Offers benefits for death, disability, sickness, maternity, retirement, and unemployment
Sickness benefit: Daily cash allowance for up to 120 days per year
Maternity benefit: 105 days with full pay (additional 15 days for solo parents)
Disability: Benefits for partial or total permanent disability
Months for permanent partial disabilities:
- One thumb: 10
- Sight of one eye: 25
- One big toe: 6
- One index finger: 8
- Hearing of one ear: 10
- One hand: 39
- One middle finger: 6
- Hearing of both ears: 50
- One arm: 50
- One ring finger: 5
- One foot: 31
- One ear: 10
- One little finger: 3
- One leg: 46
- Both ears: 20
Permanent Total Disability:
- Complete loss of sight of both eyes
- Loss of two limbs at or above the ankle or wrists
- Permanent complete paralysis of two limbs
- Brain injury causing insanity
- Other cases determined by the SSS and approved by the Commission

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Test your knowledge on the regulations surrounding minimum wage, wage orders, and the rights of various worker classifications, including apprentices and persons with disabilities. This quiz covers key aspects prescribed by the Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Boards (RTWPBs) in the Philippines.