The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII, through its Mine Safety, Environment, and Social Development Division, conducted a Training-Workshop on Safety and Health for Small-Scale Miners in the Declared Minahang Bayan of Nagkahiusang Gagmayng Mag-uuma Association (NGMA) on September 5, 2024 in Barangay Magsaysay, Municipality of Placer, Province of Surigao del Norte. Aimed at enhancing the small-scale miners’ safety and health protocols and guidelines in their workplace with an emphasis on identifying and controlling work dangers, the training-workshop comprised interactive training activities covering topics such as emergency response procedures, safe mining techniques, and the importance and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).   At the activity, the MGB personnel highlighted the need for establishing a proactive approach to reduce risk in mining operations by discussing the laws regulating the safety and health in small-scale mining in adherence to the Department Administrative Order No. 1997-30, otherwise known as continue reading : MGB ROXIII conducts Training-Workshop on Safety and Health for Small-Scale Miners

The Chemists of Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII participated in the 38th Philippine Chemistry Congress and 2024 International Conference on Chemistry on July 22 to 24, 2024 at the SMX Convention Center in Davao City. The theme of this year’s event is CHEMINNOVATION: Sustaining a Better Tomorrow – New Ideas, New Developments, New Technologies. Spearheaded by the Kapisanang Kimika ng Pilipinas (The Chemical Society of the Philippines), the event gathered scientists and researchers from the academe, industry, and government who shared a common interest in chemistry and its application in various fields. The conference comprised plenary and parallel sessions, exhibits and poster viewings, eco-tours, equipment supplier presentations and marketing.  Topics on chemistry innovations in the following branches of knowledge were featured: Analytical and Surface Science Natural Products Physical Chemistry and Instrumentation Synthetic Science Electrochemistry Inorganic Chemistry Materials Science and Nanoscience Chemometric Science Polymers Environmental Science Food Nuclear continue reading : MGB ROXIII Chemists participate in 38th Philippine Chemistry Congress and 2024 International Conference on Chemistry

Following the Ceremonial Acceptance and Signing of the Declaration of Minahang Bayan of Gacub Settlers Multi-Purpose Cooperative, the Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII conducted an Information, Education and Communication Campaign on Small-Scale Mining and Training on Occupational Safety and Health on August 1, 2024 in Barangay La Purisima, Municipality of Prosperidad, Province of Agusan del Sur, marking a series of milestones for the local mining community. A collaborative effort of the Municipal Local Government of Prosperidad, the Provincial Mining Regulatory Board of Agusan del Sur, and the MGB Regional Office No. XIII, the activity aimed to educate and train the residents of Barangay La Purisima on the fundamentals of small-scale mining and occupational safety and health. At the activity, Hon. Artemio Timon, Barangay Captain of La Purisima, delivered the Welcome Remarks. The morning session featured presentations on Geohazard Assessment by Mr. Xavier Jay A. Egay, DENR Administrative continue reading : MGB ROXIII carries on with IEC Campaign on Small-Scale Mining and Training on Occupational Safety and Health in Agusan del Sur

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII and the Provincial Government of Agusan del Sur conducted the Ceremonial Acceptance and Signing of the Declaration of Minahang Bayan of Gacub Settlers Multi-Purpose Cooperative (GSMPC) on July 30, 2024 at the Provincial Learning Center, GDOP Government Center in Barangay Patin-ay, Municipality of Prosperidad, Province of Agusan del Sur. At the event, Prosperidad Mayor Frederick Mark P. Mellana delivered the Welcome Remarks, expressing his appreciation to all guests and participants for their presence and support.  Key messages were also delivered by For. Ronulfo R. Paler, Provincial Administrator of the Provincial Government of Agusan del Sur, and Engr. Larry M. Heradez, Regional Director of MGB Regional Office No. XIII, emphasizing sustainable mining practices and community benefits.  An insightful presentation on the history, challenges, and achievements of GSMPC was also given by Engr. Charmaine G. Llacuna. The highlight of the event was the continue reading : Ceremonial Acceptance and Signing of the Declaration of Minahang Bayan of Gacub Settlers Multi-Purpose Cooperative: Marking progress in Caraga minerals industry

Following the Ceremonial Acceptance and Signing of the Declaration of Minahang Bayan of Gacub Settlers Multi-Purpose Cooperative, the Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII conducted an Information, Education and Communication Campaign on Small-Scale Mining and Training on Occupational Safety and Health on August 1, 2024 in Barangay La Purisima, Municipality of Prosperidad, Province of Agusan del Sur, marking a series of milestones for the local mining community. A collaborative effort of the Municipal Local Government of Prosperidad, the Provincial Mining Regulatory Board of Agusan del Sur, and the MGB Regional Office No. XIII, the activity aimed to educate and train the residents of Barangay La Purisima on the fundamentals of small-scale mining and occupational safety and health. At the activity, Hon. Artemio Timon, Barangay Captain of La Purisima, delivered the Welcome Remarks. The morning session featured presentations on Geohazard Assessment by Mr. Xavier Jay A. Egay, DENR Administrative continue reading : MGB ROXIII carries on with IEC Campaign on Small-Scale Mining and Training on Occupational Safety and Health in Agusan del Sur

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII and the Provincial Government of Agusan del Sur conducted the Ceremonial Acceptance and Signing of the Declaration of Minahang Bayan of Gacub Settlers Multi-Purpose Cooperative (GSMPC) on July 30, 2024 at the Provincial Learning Center, GDOP Government Center in Barangay Patin-ay, Municipality of Prosperidad, Province of Agusan del Sur. At the event, Prosperidad Mayor Frederick Mark P. Mellana delivered the Welcome Remarks, expressing his appreciation to all guests and participants for their presence and support.  Key messages were also delivered by For. Ronulfo R. Paler, Provincial Administrator of the Provincial Government of Agusan del Sur, and Engr. Larry M. Heradez, Regional Director of MGB Regional Office No. XIII, emphasizing sustainable mining practices and community benefits.  An insightful presentation on the history, challenges, and achievements of GSMPC was also given by Engr. Charmaine G. Llacuna. The highlight of the event was the continue reading : Ceremonial Acceptance and Signing of the Declaration of Minahang Bayan of Gacub Settlers Multi-Purpose Cooperative: Marking progress in Caraga minerals industry

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII, through its Mine Safety, Environment, and Social Development Division, conducted a Training-Workshop on Safety and Health for Small-Scale Miners in the Declared Minahang Bayan of Nagkahiusang Gagmayng Mag-uuma Association (NGMA) on September 5, 2024 in Barangay Magsaysay, Municipality of Placer, Province of Surigao del Norte. Aimed at enhancing the small-scale miners’ safety and health protocols and guidelines in their workplace with an emphasis on identifying and controlling work dangers, the training-workshop comprised interactive training activities covering topics such as emergency response procedures, safe mining techniques, and the importance and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).   At the activity, the MGB personnel highlighted the need for establishing a proactive approach to reduce risk in mining operations by discussing the laws regulating the safety and health in small-scale mining in adherence to the Department Administrative Order No. 1997-30, otherwise known as continue reading : MGB ROXIII conducts Training-Workshop on Safety and Health for Small-Scale Miners

The Chemists of Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII participated in the 38th Philippine Chemistry Congress and 2024 International Conference on Chemistry on July 22 to 24, 2024 at the SMX Convention Center in Davao City. The theme of this year’s event is CHEMINNOVATION: Sustaining a Better Tomorrow – New Ideas, New Developments, New Technologies. Spearheaded by the Kapisanang Kimika ng Pilipinas (The Chemical Society of the Philippines), the event gathered scientists and researchers from the academe, industry, and government who shared a common interest in chemistry and its application in various fields. The conference comprised plenary and parallel sessions, exhibits and poster viewings, eco-tours, equipment supplier presentations and marketing.  Topics on chemistry innovations in the following branches of knowledge were featured: Analytical and Surface Science Natural Products Physical Chemistry and Instrumentation Synthetic Science Electrochemistry Inorganic Chemistry Materials Science and Nanoscience Chemometric Science Polymers Environmental Science Food Nuclear continue reading : MGB ROXIII Chemists participate in 38th Philippine Chemistry Congress and 2024 International Conference on Chemistry