Philippines Urges Unity Ahead of Asean

• Proeksa Meas
• 31 December 2015
• Construction Focus
• 1746 Views

The Philippines is urging the construction sector to be united in facing the challenges posed by the ASEAN Integration.

“We are now facing a huge challenge from bigger and tougher competitors so it is fitting for us to update ourselves, let go of the old ways and practices, and innovate,” said Department of Labour and Employment 7, Director Exequiel Sarcauga.

If construction companies want their businesses to continue being profitable, Sarcauga said it is important for the industry to make sure that there is less downtime, less wastages, less rejects, less reworks, and the workers’ safety and health are protected.

“We’d rather have the construction companies be one with us in the promotion of safety and health of the workers than see people dying because of accidents in the workplace,” he said.