Module 6: Compensation and Benefits
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Which of the following types of personnel are covered by Executive Order No. 201, s. 2016?

  • Only military personnel of the DND
  • Contractual personnel of private companies
  • Only employees of local government units
  • All civilian personnel in various branches of government (correct)

What is the primary purpose of granting a step increment under Executive Order No. 164?

  • To reward employees for 3 years of satisfactory service (correct)
  • To increase the budget for civil service
  • To extend benefits to temporary employees
  • To provide annual raises to all government employees

What is the budget allocated for SSL from 2016 to 2019?

  • Php 150 billion
  • Php 400 billion
  • Php 225.82 billion (correct)
  • Php 300 billion

Under Budget Circular No. 2011-2, what is the monthly amount provided to government employees rendering full-time services?

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Which of the following statements about Hazard Pay is true?

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Which categories of government personnel are entitled to Subsistence, Laundry, and Quarters Allowances (SLQA)?

<p>Public health workers under the Magna Carta benefits (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is eligible for the Personnel Economic Relief Allowance (PERA)?

<p>All civilian government employees in any employment status (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does an employee progress within the salary grade allocation according to the Performance Management System?

<p>By demonstrating meritorious performance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for receiving the 13th Month Pay?

<p>Must remain in the government service as of May 15. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What additional benefit is provided along with the 14th Month Pay?

<p>A cash gift of Php 5000. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is eligible for the Productivity Enhancement Incentives?

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When is the 13th Month Pay typically calculated for employees?

<p>As of May 15. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a condition for receiving the 14th Month Pay?

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What is the maximum clothing allowance granted to employees per annum?

<p>Php 5000. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which category of workers is explicitly excluded from receiving the Productivity Enhancement Incentives?

<p>Consultants hired for specific tasks. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is the Productivity Enhancement Incentive typically awarded?

<p>Not earlier than December 15. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What conditions qualify employees for hazard pay?

<p>Being stationed in areas with poor transportation access (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the present monthly basic pay is given as longevity pay for every 5 years of service?

<p>5% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which group is primarily responsible for the distribution of the 50% share of the Medicare program?

<p>Rank-and-file employees (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Presentation and Transportation Allowance (RATA)?

<p>To cover incidental expenses related to job performance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which hours is night differential pay applicable?

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What portion of the shared Medicare payment is allocated to senior nurses and supervisors?

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Which of the following conditions does NOT qualify for hazard pay?

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What is the formula to calculate the hourly basic rate?

<p>Monthly rate divided by 22 working days and then by 8 hours (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum amount that can be given for the Loyalty Award per year of service?

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Which milestone year qualifies an employee for the Anniversary Bonus?

<p>15th anniversary (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What determines the amount of the Performance Based Bonus (PBB)?

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Which of the following personnel are eligible for honoraria?

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What is considered as 'overtime pay'?

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How often is the Loyalty Award given to qualified employees?

<p>Every 10 years (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which document outlines the provisions for the cash gift component of the Loyalty Award?

<p>CSC MC No. 06, s. 2002 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Collective Negotiating Agreement (CNA) Incentive?

<p>To recognize efforts in achieving performance targets (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the variable CF represent in the computation of the terminal leave benefit?

<p>Constant factor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which percentage does the government agency contribute towards the GSIS contribution based on the member's monthly salary?

<p>12% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the usual monthly payment to the Pag-IBIG Fund based on the maximum compensation of Php 5000?

<p>Php 100 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which is NOT a purpose of compensation for employees?

<p>Increasing employee workload (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Social security benefits coverage includes which of the following categories for private employees?

<p>Funeral benefits (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action can result in criminal liability for an employer under the SSS law?

<p>Failing to report employees (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty rate for unpaid contributions under the SSS law, if found guilty?

<p>3% per month (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a benefit under social security?

<p>Job placement services (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of benefit is NOT included in the Employee's Compensation Program?

<p>Maternity allowance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which benefit is part of the Pag-IBIG program?

<p>Short term loans (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many days of paid leave does the Service Incentive Leave provide?

<p>5 days (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition must be met for an employee to qualify for paternity leave?

<p>The employee must apply within a reasonable period of the expected delivery date. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum monthly compensation used to compute Pag-IBIG contributions?

<p>Php 5,000 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Parental Leave for Solo Parents can be availed under which condition?

<p>The employee has an annulled marriage. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which is NOT a requirement for availing maternity leave?

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What happens to unused Service Incentive Leave at the end of the year?

<p>It is commutable to its money equivalent. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Executive Order No. 201, s. 2016

An order modifying salary schedules for civilian personnel and authorizing additional benefits for both civilian and military/uniformed personnel in the Philippines.

Step Increment

A salary increase granted to officials and employees every 3 years of satisfactory service in the Philippines.

Personnel Economic Relief Allowance (PERA)

A monthly allowance granted to all civilian government employees (regular, contractual, casual) who work full-time hours (8 hours/day, 22 days/month), regardless of elective or appointive positions.

Subsistence, Laundry, and Quarters Allowances (SLQA)

Allowances provided to public health workers under relevant Republic Act (RA) laws, to promote their welfare by considering their job responsibilities.

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Hazard Pay

Additional pay for public servants in hazardous positions, acknowledging their responsibilities and potential danger.

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Salary Schedule Modification

Changing the salary structure for government employees.

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Merit-based increment

A step increment for exceptional performance based on a performance management system.

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Coverage of Executive Orders

Applies to a vast array of government personnel including civilian, military, and uniformed staff across various levels (executive, legislative, judicial branches, constitutional commissions, GOCCs, LGUs, etc.).

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Hazardous Conditions

Situations posing risk to health or safety, like radiation exposure, contagious diseases, or volcanic activity.

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Longevity Pay

Monthly pay increase for public health workers based on years of service.

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Presentation and Transportation Allowance (RATA)

An allowance for government officials to cover travel and presentation-related costs.

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Night Differential Pay

Extra pay for government workers with shifts that fall during nighttime hours.

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Medicare Sharing

A distribution scheme for Philhealth costs divided among medical staff and rank-and-file employees.

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Hourly Basic Rate

The salary per hour calculated by dividing monthly rate by working days and then hours.

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Difficult Areas

Remote work locations with poor road conditions, isolation, and harsh weather.

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13th Month Pay eligibility

Government employees (regular, casual, contractual, elective, or appointive) eligible for a one-month basic pay allowance, provided they've worked at least four months from July 1 to May 15 and remain employed until May 15 of the same year, with a satisfactory performance rating in the previous period.

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14th Month Pay eligibility

All government employees (regular, casual, contractual, elective, or appointive) are eligible for a year-end bonus of one month's salary and a PHP 5000 cash gift provided they work four months from January 1 to October 31 and remain employed until October 31.

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Clothing Allowance

Government departments can distribute up to PHP 5000 annually for employee uniforms, subject to DBM rules.

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Productivity Enhancement Incentive

A PHP 5000 incentive given annually to qualified government employees (excluding specific excluded groups) starting in FY 2016, not before December 15.

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Excluded groups

Consultants, experts, laborers hired through job contracts or piecework, student workers, and apprentices are exempt from the productivity enhancement incentive.

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Mid-year allowance date

The 13th month allowance is typically paid out as a mid-year allowance by May 15.

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Year-end allowance date

The annual year-end allowance and cash gift is typically distributed no earlier than November 15.

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Performance rating

A satisfactory performance rating is required for eligibility for both the 13th month and mid-year allowances.

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Employee's Compensation Program (ECP)

A government program providing benefits to employees in the private and public sectors in case of work-related sickness, injury, disability, or death.

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ECP Coverage

The ECP covers all workers in the formal sector, starting on the first day of employment. Private sector employees who are compulsory members of SSS with an employer-employee relationship are also covered.

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ECP Benefits

The ECP provides benefits such as loss of income, medical treatment, rehabilitation services, carer's allowance, and death and funeral benefits.

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Pag-IBIG

A government program for employees with a monthly compensation cap of Php 5000, contributing a maximum of Php 100 each.

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Pag-IBIG Benefits

Pag-IBIG offers various benefits like savings, short-term loans, and housing programs.

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Service Incentive Leave

A paid leave of 5 days granted to every employee who has completed at least one year of service, regardless if the service is continuous or broken.

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Maternity Leave

A leave granted to female employees for childbirth or miscarriage, providing paid time off to recover and care for their newborns.

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Paternity Leave

A leave granted to married male employees in the private sector for the first four deliveries of their lawful wife, providing paid time off to support their spouse and child.

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Terminal Leave Benefit (TLB)

A financial benefit paid to an employee upon their retirement or resignation, calculated based on their highest monthly salary, accumulated vacation and sick leave credits, and a constant factor.

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GSIS Contribution Rate

The percentage of an employee's salary contributed to the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) for retirement, disability, and death benefits. The employee contributes 9%, and the government agency contributes 12%.

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Philhealth Contribution

A mandatory contribution made by both employers and employees to the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (Philhealth) for healthcare coverage.

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Pag-IBIG Contribution

A monthly contribution by employees and employers to the Pag-IBIG Fund, a government agency that provides housing loans, savings, and other financial services.

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Compensation Purposes

The various reasons employers provide compensation to employees, including attracting talent, motivating performance, and fostering loyalty.

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Social Security Benefits

Government-provided insurance benefits for Filipino workers in the private sector, covering sickness, maternity, disability, retirement, death, and funeral expenses.

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Employer's Responsibility for Social Security

Employers must report their employees to the Social Security System (SSS) and ensure timely contributions are made. Failure to do so is a violation of the law.

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Consequences of Non-Compliance with SSS

Employers who fail to comply with SSS regulations face penalties, including paying unpaid contributions, fines, and potential imprisonment.

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Collective Negotiating Agreement (CNA)

An agreement between management and employees in government agencies that outlines terms of employment and benefits. Successful implementation leads to incentives for both sides.

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CNA Incentive

A reward granted to both management and rank-and-file employees of government agencies with approved and successfully implemented CNAs. This recognizes their efforts in achieving performance targets, improving efficiency, and reducing costs.

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Performance Based Bonus (PBB)

A bonus for government employees based on their department's achievement of performance targets, good governance, and other conditions. The amount increases based on the employee's position and responsibility.

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Loyalty Award

A cash gift and souvenir given to government employees on their 10th work anniversary, and every 5 years after. The amount increases based on years of service.

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Anniversary Bonus

A bonus of Php 3000 paid to government employees only on the agency's milestone anniversaries, such as the 15th anniversary and every 5 years after.

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Overtime Pay

Additional payment for work done beyond the regular scheduled hours. This applies to both daily and monthly paid government workers.

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Honoraria

Payment for services rendered by government employees outside their regular duties. This includes teaching, lecturing, facilitating, and participating in special projects.

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Who Receives Honoraria?

Teaching personnel, lecturers, resource persons, coordinators, facilitators, commission members, those involved in science and technology, and officials and employees working on special projects.

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Study Notes

Module 6: Private and Public Sector Compensation and Benefits

  • Salary Standardization Law of 2015 (SSL 2015): A legislative measure modifying the compensation and position classification system for civilian government personnel and base pay for military and uniformed personnel. It was approved by President Benigno Aquino III. The law aims for equitable pay based on equal value of work, to be comparable with the private sector, and to standardize pay across government agencies. It also focuses on performance-based incentives.

  • Guiding Principle of SSL 2015: Payment of just and equitable compensation to government personnel; comparability of pay with private sector; rationalized and standardized compensation across all government agencies; and adoption of a performance-based incentive scheme.

  • Compensation and Benefits Study for the Public Sector: A survey conducted by the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) to assess government pay competitiveness compared to the private sector. This study was used to determine the parameters for the new compensation plan. Towers Watson provided the consulting services.

  • Main Objectives of SSL 2015: Enhance competitiveness in attracting and retaining talent; linking pay to performance; lowering benefit costs while maximizing benefits for employees; and ensuring better take-home pay, especially for lower salary grades.

Parameters of the 2015 Salary Standardization Law

  • Minimum Basic Salary: The minimum basic salary (Salary Grade 1) is increased from ₱9,000 to ₱11,068 monthly.

  • Compensation Adjustment: Compensation will be adjusted to at least 70% of market value for all salary grades.

  • Salary Overlaps: To avoid overlaps in duties or responsibilities, salary grades will not have overlapping ranges.

Additional Benefits and Compensation Information (from subsequent pages)

  • Executive Order No. 201, 2016: Modified salary schedules for civilian personnel; granting additional benefits for civilian and military/uniformed personnel. Details of payment schedules and pay ranges for civilian, contract, and casual government employees.

  • Hazard Pay: Compensation for workers in hazardous or difficult work environments within government.

  • Night Differential Pay: Premium paid to government workers with work schedules partially or fully within the hours of 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Hourly rate is determined by dividing monthly pay by 22 working days and 8 hours.

  • 13th Month Pay/Mid-Year Allowance: All government personnel (regular, casual, or contractual) are eligible. Calculated as one month's basic salary.

  • Loyalty Award: Cash gift and memorabilia/souvenir to employees with 10 and 15 years of service, or every five years thereafter.

  • Anniversary Bonus: Php 3,000 bonus for employees on the agency's milestone year.

  • Overtime Pay: Additional compensation for work beyond the standard 8-hour workday.

  • Honorarium: Compensation for special assignments, like lecturers, consultants, etc. Paid based on responsibilities, nature of work, and extent of individual contributions.

  • Terminal Leave: Benefits for retirees (compulsory and optional).

  • Special Leaves: Details on vacation, sick leave, privilege leave, maternity leave, paternity leave, bereavement leave, and leave for victims of violence against women.

  • Monetization of Leave Credits: Allows government employees to receive cash for accumulated unused vacation or sick leave days.

  • Social Security Benefits: Overview of social security benefits provided to private sector employees pursuant to Republic Act 1161 and Republic Act 8282.

  • Retirement Pay: Details of retirement benefits for employees who reach 60 (or 65 under certain conditions) years of age, including eligibility requirements.

  • Premium Pay: Compensation for work on days other than regular working days.

  • Separation Pay: Compensation for employees whose employment is terminated by the employer.

  • Thirteenth-Month Pay: This pay is required by law for all private employees who worked for a minimum of one month during the year.

  • Clothing Allowance: Up to PHP 5000 per annum, for use in purchasing uniforms or clothing.

  • Productivity Incentives: Based on the performance goals of a department or agency.

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This quiz focuses on Module 6, exploring the Salary Standardization Law of 2015 (SSL 2015) and its impact on public sector compensation. It covers principles of equitable pay, performance-based incentives, and the comparisons between public and private sector pay structures. Test your understanding of these important concepts in government compensation and benefits.

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