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Lesson 1 - Historical and Legal Bases of NSTP Republic Act 7077- known as the "Citizen Armed Forces of the Philippines Reservist Act", was enacted by the 8th National Service T...

Lesson 1 - Historical and Legal Bases of NSTP Republic Act 7077- known as the "Citizen Armed Forces of the Philippines Reservist Act", was enacted by the 8th National Service Training Program (NSTP)- a civic education and defense Congress of the Philippines on 27 June 1991. preparedness program students instituted by the Government of the Philippines on 5 January 2000 by virtue of Republic Act9163, otherwise Lesson 2 - Philippine Constitution, Preamble and Bill of known as the "National Service Training Program (NSTP) Act of 2001." Rights *Under the NSTP Program, both male and female college students of any PREAMBLE baccalaureate degree course or technical vocational course in public or Human rights include the right to life and liberty, freedom private educational institutions are obliged to undergo one of three program from slavery and torture, freedom of opinion and components for an academic period of two semesters. expression, the right to work and education, and many The students, however, are free to choose which particular program more. Everyone is entitled to these rights, without component to take. The three NSTP Program components are: discrimination. Civic Welfare Training Service (CWTS)- designed to provide Came from the word praeambulus, means “walking students with activities contributory to the general welfare and preamble” betterment of life NOT all constitutions have a preamble Literacy Training Service (LTS)- designed to train students in teaching literacy and numeracy A constitution CAN EXIST without a preamble Skills. Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC)- designed to Preamble of the 1987 Philippine Constitution provide military education and training for students “We, the sovereign Filipino people, imploring the aid of Graduates of the ROTC program component are organized into the Citizen Almighty God, in order to build a just and humane society and Armed Force establish a Government that shall embody our ideals and aspirations, promote the common good, conserve and develop Graduates of the LTS and CWTS program components are organized into our patrimony, and secure ourselves and posterity the the National Service Reserve Corps (NSRC) blessings of independence and democracy under the rule of law and regime of truth, justice, freedom, love, Several legal precedents to the National Service Training Program equality, and peace, do ordain and promulgate this (NSTP) Act of 2001. constitution”. Commonwealth Act No. 1- known as the "National Defense BILL OF RIGHTS Act of 1935", was enacted by the National Assembly of the Philippines on 21 December 1935. It provided for Obligatory Declaration of Rights military service for all male citizens of ages between 18 and 30. Charter of Rights Presidential Decree No. 1706- known as the "National a list of the most important Service Law", was signed into law on 8 August 1980. It made rights to the citizens of a country national service obligatory for all Filipino citizens Bill of Rights (from Article III of 1987 Phil. Constitution) 22. No ex post facto law or bill of attainder shall be enacted. 1. No person shall be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law Duties and Responsibilities of Filipino citizens 2. The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects against unreasonable 1. To be loyal to the Republic. searches 2. To defend the state. 3. The privacy of communication and correspondence shall 3. To contribute to the development and welfare of the State. ne inviolable except upon lawful order of the court 4. To uphold the constitution and obey laws. 4. No law shall be passed abridging the freedom of speech, 5. To cooperate with duly constituted authorities. of expression, or of the press 6. To exercise rights responsible and with due regard for the rights of 5. No law shall be made respecting an establishment of others. religion 7. To engage in gainful work. 6. The liberty of abode and of changing the same within the 8. To register and vote. limits prescribed by law shall not be impaired 7. The right of the people to information on matters of public Duties and Rights of the Filipino People concern shall be recognized. 8. The right of the people, including those employed in the a. to vote honestly and wisely public and private sectors shall not be abridged. b. to obey the laws of the land 9. Private property shall not be taken for public use without c. to respect public authority just compensation. d. to be loyal to the Republic 10. No law impairing the obligation of contracts shall be e. to defend the Motherland passed. f. to pay taxes to the government 11. Free access to the courts g. to take active interest in local, national and international affairs 12. Any person under investigation for the commission of an offense shall have the right to be informed of his right Rights of the People 13. The right to bail shall not be impaired a. Natural rights- rights conferred upon human beings by God 14. No person shall be held to answer for a criminal offense b. Civil rights- rights granted by the State for the promotion 15. The privilege of the writ of habeas corpus shall not be c. Political rights- rights conferred by the state to the people suspended d. Constitutional rights- rights recognized and protected by the 16. All persons shall have the right to a speedy disposition constitution 17. No person shall be compelled to be a witness against e. Statutory rights- rights conferred by statutes or law himself. 18. No person shall be detained solely by reason of his Lesson 3 - United Nations Principles on Human Rights political beliefs 19. Excessive fine shall not be imposed, nor cruel, degrading or inhuman punishment inflicted. Universal Declaration of Human Rights - is defined as a common 20. No person shall be imprisoned for debt or non-payment of standard of achievement for all peoples and all nations a poll tax. 21. No person shall be twice put in jeopardy of punishment for ISSUES OF HUMAN RIGHTS IN THE PHILIPPINES the same offense.  1. Philippine War – Drug Campaign THE GOLDEN SUN 8 RAYS represents: 2. Death Penalty 3. Lowering the Age of Criminal Liability The Golden Sun: unity, freedom, people’s democracy, and sovereignty 4. Freedom of Expression Eight Rays: 8 regions that started revolting against Spain. 5. Rights of the members of the LGBTI Community Flag Protocol ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OF THE HUMAN RIGHTS IN THE PHILIPPINES 1. The flag should be displayed in all government buildings, official 1. Human rights can be classified as individual, collective, civil, residences, public plazas, and schools every day throughout the political, economic, social and cultural. year. 2. Article III of the 1987 Constitution also called as the Bill of Rights 2. National Flag day and Independence Day are designated as flag provides Filipino citizen’s rights, protection and privileges. days 3. In 2014, nearly 75,000 people filed for recognition as victims of 3. In Section 9 of RA 8491, the Philippine flag must be permanently human rights violations during the implementation of the Martial hoisted and illuminated at night at the following locations: Law. a. Malacañang Palace There are 30 Articles in Human Rights b. The Congress of the Philippine buildings (Senate and House of Representatives) Lesson 4 - Flag Heraldic Code of the Philippines c. Supreme Court of the Philippine Building d. The Rizal Monument Salient Feature of RA No. 8491 of 2002 (Flag and Heraldic Code e. Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit, Cavite of the Philippines) f. Barasoain Shrine in Malolos, Bulacan g. Tomb of the unknown Soldiers in La Union, Philippine Flag h. Libingan ng mga Bayani in Makati. i. Mausoleo de los Veteranos de la Revolucion j. All international ports of entry 1. Our national flag is the symbol of our country. k. All other places as may be designated by the NationalHistorical 2. A flag is a sacred and respected feature of the nation which it Commission of the Philippines (NHCP). represents. 3. The Philippine national flag is said to be the primary symbol of the nation’s camaraderie, sovereignty, solidarity and unity. It is Lesson 5- Good Citizenship Values therefore, the symbol of nationalism and patriotism in our country. CITIZENSHIP - Citizenship is a term denoting membership FLAG HISTORY of a citizen in a political society CITIZEN- A citizen is a person having the title of THE 3 STARS- Representing the 3 major groups: Luzon, Visayas and citizenship. Mindanao GREAT IDEAL IN THE LIFE OF EVERY CITIZEN COLOR REPRESENTS 1. patriotism to country White- liberty, equality and fraternity 2. love of country Blue- peace, freedom and justice 3. loyalty to God Red- courage and patriotism 4. loyalty to country ACQUIRING CITIZENSHIP Drug- It is a substance that affects the function of living cells, 1. There are two principles of citizenship in the world, “jus solis” (by used in medicine to diagnose, cure, prevent the occurrence of blood) and “jus sanguinis” (by birth). diseases and disorders and prolong the life of patients with 2. A baby who was born within the air space or within 12 nautical incurable conditions. miles from the boarder of the United States will automatically have US citizenship regardless of the parent’s nationality. Drug abuse- overuse of a drug 3. Commonwealth Act No. 473 provides the qualifications and Drug dependence- compulsive behavior brought about by processes for acquiring Filipino citizenship. drug abuse. Drug user- another term for “drug addict” which refers to an individual who is dependent on a certain drug or drugs. Lesson 6- Voter Citizenship Education Classifications of drugs and effects Election- means by which the people choose their officials for definite and fixed periods 1. Alcohol liquor- extracted from chemical compound as ethyl and hydrocarbon 2 Types of electoral exercises Relaxation and loss of inhibition a) regular elections (national, local, barangay, ARMM, SK) 2. Marijuana (Cannabis Sativa)- annual plant that grows b) special elections (plebiscite, referendum, initiative, recall) wild Throat intoxication and coughing Suffrage is the human right to vote to which, in the Philippines, is embodied 3. Stimulants- drugs used to increase mental activity in three documents: Increased mental alertness a) The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) 4. Cough syrups- are also called over the counter b) The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights; and colds/cough preparations. c) The 1987 Philippine Constitution. Drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, nausea, vomiting trouble sleeping How often are the elections held? 5. Depressants- are usually known as “downers”. Relief of anxiety and excitement a. Every 2nd National and local elections are held on the second 6. Barbiturates- are used to reduce the frequency of Monday of May every third year starting 1992. The presidential convulsions in epileptics. and vice presidential elections are held every six years. Unconsciousness and decrease inbreathing b. Every last Monday of October, every 3 years for barangay and 7. Hallucinogens (Psychedelics)- drugs that can produce SK officials changes in mood and behavior. c. Every 3 years from March 1993 – ARRM elections Increased heartbeat and pulse rate, blood pressure, body temperature Lesson 7 - Drug Education 8. Tranquilizer- drug used to treat nervous disorders Physical weakness and sleepiness Republic Act (R.A.) 9165 9. Narcotics- in medicine, refer to opium, morphine, codeine, Comprehensive Dangerous Drug Act of 2002 heroin and hydromorphone. January 23, 2002 Reduced size of pupils (eyes) and reduced vision guide in the implementation of dangerous drug 10. Inhalants- volatile substances derived from ether or prevention and control in the country chloroform.  Unsteadiness and restlessness Lesson 9 - Geographic Profile of the Philippines ROLE OF SECTORS TO PREVENT DRUG ABUSE Philippines has 7,107 islands. It is divided into three major group of islands: Luzon, 1. School Visayas and Mindanao. 2. Community 3. Youth The climate of the Philippines is tropical and 4. Parents maritime. There are several seasons in the Philippines namely: rainy season and dry season Lesson 8 - Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management System Lesson 10 - Disaster Risk Profile of the Philippines R.A.10121 or the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction Management Act This explains the occurrences of different weather disturbances - providing for the National Disaster Risk Reduction and such as typhoons. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Management Framework and Institutionalizing the National Disaster Risk Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reports that every year, an Reduction and Management Plan, appropriating funds therefor and for other average of twenty (20) tropical cyclones enter the Philippine Area of purposes. Responsibility (PAR) and five (5) of which shall be most destructive. Tropical - This was signed into law on May 27, 2010 and the Implementing cyclones and its sequential effects of rain and windstorms, as well as floods Rules and Regulation (IRR) was approved three months later on September are the most prevalent types of hydro meteorological hazards in the country. 27, 2010. Natural Hazards Likely to Affect the Country Salient Provisions of Republic Act 10121 or the PDRRM Law 1. Volcanic Eruption / Earthquake 2. Typhoons Section 5 – creation of National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management 3. Climate Change Council (Nat’l Disaster Coordinating Council) Section 8 – the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) shall have the primary mission Recent Major Disasters Section 10- creation of the Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and 1. Naga Landslides (September 2018) Management Council (RDRRMC) Sitio Sindulan, Barangay Tinaan, Naga City, Section 11 – organization of Local Government Level Cebu Section 12 – provides for the Local Disaster Risk Reduction Management 21 September 2018 Office 2. Typhoon Mangkhut (September 2018) Section 15 – provides for the coordination during emergencies locally known as Typhoon Ompong Section 21 – provides for the Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Baggao, Cagayan on 15 September 2018. Management Fund (LDRRMF) 3. Volcanic Activity (January 2018) Section 22 – provides for the NDRRM Fund Mayon Volcano (BulkangMayon), Section 23 – provides funding of the Office of Civil Defense as lead agency 13 January 2018 to carry out the provisions the PDRRM Act of 2010 (Php1,000,000,000) 4. Typhoon Hagupit (December 2014) locally known as Typhoon “Ruby” 4 December 2014 5. Super Typhoon Yolanda (November 2013)  6 November 2013 Reconstruction using “build back better” approach made landfall on (1) Guiuan, Eastern Samar; (2) Tolosa, Resettlement Leyte; (3) Daan bantayan, Cebu; (4) Bantayan Island, Provision of new sources of livelihood Cebu; (5) Conception, Iloilo; and finally (6) Busuanga, Palawan and left the Philippines on 9 Nov 2013 Lesson 12 - Role of Youth in Disaster Preparedness and Management 6. Earthquake in Central Visayas (October 2013) (DPR) 7.2 magnitude occurred in Region VII 15 October 2013 Disaster management plays a major role and youth plays a vital role 9. Taal Volcano Eruption (January 2020) in responding in time of needs. Batangas, Philippines January 12, 2020, Some other roles of the youth. Create pamphlets and fliers Hold workshops and trainings Lesson 11 – Four Thematic Areas of Philippine Disaster Provide booths Management System Conduct and perform some drills Be part of emergency rescue teams Four Thematic Areas PDRRM The basic role of the student is AWARENESS of what to do before, during and after disasters. This would lessen panicking, paranoid and (a) Disaster Prevention and Mitigation; uncontrollable people running around. Knowing what to do when disaster Early warning systems strikes will also lessen the death toll. Flood forecasting and monitoring Hazard and risk mappings Structural and non-structural interventions Lesson 13 - Basic First Aid and Basic Life Support (b) Disaster Preparedness; Contingency planning Basic Life Support (BLS) - an emergency procedure consists of Prepositioning and stock-piling recognizing respiratory or cardiac arrest Capacitating and organizing responders Training, drills and exercises Chain of Survival Pre-Disaster Risk Assessment (c) Disaster Response 1. The First Link (Early Access)- event initiated after the Rapid Damage Assessment and Needs Analysis (RDANA) patient’s collapse Issuance of advisories and situation reports 2. The Second Link (Early CPR)- started immediately after the Activation of Response Clusters and Incident Command System victim collapse. (ICS) 3. The Third Link (Early Defibrillator)- most likely to improve Mobilization of responders survival. Humanitarian assistance (e.g. relief distribution) 4. The Fourth Link (Advance Care)- provided by highly trained Provision of financial assistance personnel Management of evacuation centers (d) Disaster Recovery and Rehabilitation. When performing CPR on an infant, use your 2 fingers Post-Disaster Needs Assessment (PDNA) The depth of compression for a child during CPR is 1 to 1 Enhancement of policies and plans 1⁄2 inches  Is the unconscious victim’s heart beating? This question is 5. Materials Cycles asked during initial assessment. This is for Circulation 6. Finiteness During initial assessment of the victim, physical 7. Stewardship examination is done from head to toe The recommended BLS sequence is Airway, breathing IMPORTANT ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS check pulse BLS considers an infant to be on Less than one year old 1. R.A. 9003 – Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000 -law aims to adopt a systematic, comprehensive and ecological solid waste management Lesson 14 - Environmental Education, Protection and Management 2. R.A. 9275 – Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004- law aims to protect the country's water bodies from pollution Environmental Education- and learning, helping to acquire understanding, skills and values that makes them active and informed citizens 3. R.A. 6969 – Toxic Substances, Hazardous and Nuclear Waste Control Act of 1990- (kaprehas lang ang definition ng Classification and Sources of Pollution ra 9275) Pollution- defined as the alteration of our surroundings, 4. R.A. 8435 – Agriculture and Fisheries Modernization Act of Air pollution- is defined as physical and chemical alteration of the 1997- establishes that the Department of Agriculture, properties of air 5. R.A. 8749 – Clean Air Act of 1999- moves for an effective air Major Types of Air Pollution quality 1. Outdoor Pollution- type of pollution derived from the mixture or collection of additional loads 6. R.A. 9512 – National Environmental Awareness and 2. Indoor Air pollution- a type of pollution derived from the Education Act of 2008- promotes national awareness on the accumulation or build up of chemical role of natural resources Water Pollution- defined as the physical or chemical changes in the surface 7. R.A. 9513 – Renewable Energy Act of 2008- It promotes the and ground water development, utilization and commercialization Major Sources of Water Pollution 1. Point Source- discharges pollutants or any affluent, Lesson 16 - Forestry Protection, Conservation and Development 2. Non-point Source- widely scattered and discharges Pollutants Urban Forestry is a specialized ‘branch’ of forestry that deals with the cultivation and management of trees and other plants Lesson 15 - Seven Environmental Principles and Laws The term Urban Forestry is derived from two – urban which carries Below are the 7 Eps the characteristics of a city; and forestry which carries the characteristics of a 1. Balance of Nature forest. 2. Biodiversity 3. Interconnectedness Benefits derived from Urban Forestry 4. Change 1. Climatic Amelioration  2. Engineering uses 4. Inefficient solid waste management. 3. Architectural uses 4. Aesthetic uses Lesson 18 - National Security Concerns Target Areas for Urban Forest Development Functions of National Security Council 1. Parks The NSC’s function is to advise the President with respect 2. Street Right-of-Way to the integration of domestic, foreign and military policies relating 3. Public Buildings and Grounds to national security. 4. Extraterritorial Lands 5. Riparian Areas Types of Security Threats 6. Private Lands 1. Rebellion or insurrection- open, armed and organized resistance 2. Terrorism- systematic use of terror Environmental Protection- This program will sustain the sustain the 3. Crime- applies to a measurable degree of damage or destruction existence and improve the life span of trees 4. Murder- defined in most countries as the unlawful killing 5. Hijacking/Highway robbery- crime of taking or attempting to take Lesson 17 - Water Resource Management, Sanitation and something Conservation 6. Kidnapping or serious illegal detention- taking away or transportation of a person Issues in Water Resources Management 1. Water problems. Lesson 19 - Nature of Self and Self-Awareness 2. Groundwater extraction rising 3. Watershed management Self-Awareness- knowing your motivation, preferences, personality 4. Coastal and Marine Resources Self-analysis- examination of oneself after experiencing a 5. Coral reefs in poor conditions particular situation 6. Water demand growing rapidly Self-discovery- the process of forming an accurate, realistic view 7. Agricultures use dominates of yourself 8. Access to water supply varies There are six components of the process of self-discovery which comprise of the following: Sources of Water Pollution a. Characteristics – it pertains to your qualities. b. Interest – it is what you enjoy doing. Water pollutants generally come from the five sources. These are: c. Aptitudes – what are you good at. 1. domestic sewage, d. Values – things that are important to you. 2. industrial wastewater, e. Needs – what do you need to have a satisfying life. 3. agricultural run-off, f. Choices – it pertains to your priorities. 4. storm–water run-off and 5. naturally- occurring sources. Behavior- defined as the way we carry ourselves – the way in which we act. Surface Water Quality Issues and Concerns Behavior consists of four components which includes the 1. Untreated domestic sewage: following: 2. Industrial wastewater pollution. 1. Motivation 3. Threats from non-point pollution sources. 2. Modes of thinking 3. Modes of acting 4. Modes of interacting