MGB ROXIII attends 2023 Geoscience Workshop

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII attended the 2023 Geoscience Workshop on February 20 to 24, 2023 at the Sequoia Hotel in Quezon City. With the theme Cultivating a Culture of Progressive and Synergistic Implementation of Geoscience Programs: Sustaining a Legacy of Excellence, the blended workshop was attended by Division Chiefs, Section Chiefs and Geologists of Geoscience Division from the MGB Central Office and the Regional Offices. The virtual participants attended the workshop via Microsoft Teams. The workshop started with the Opening Remarks of Ms. Liza Socorro J. Manzano, Chief Geologist of Lands Geological Survey Division (LGSD).  On a special note, Engr. Nonita S. Caguioa, DENR Assistant Secretary for Finance, Information Systems and Mining Concerns, and Dr. Carlos Primo C. David, DENR Undersecretary for Integrated Environmental Science and Supervising Undersecretary for the River Basin Control Office, graced the opening program.  Asec. Caguioa gave an Inspirational Message while continue reading : MGB ROXIII attends 2023 Geoscience Workshop

Automated Processing of OTP and MOEP Project of MGB ROXIII and CSU: A milestone in the mining industry

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII, in cooperation with the Caraga State University (CSU), successfully introduced the Automated Processing of Ore Transport Permit (OTP) and Mineral Ore Export Permit (MOEP) Project to mining companies, mineral processing plants and partner government agencies in Caraga Region through a two-day workshop on February 20 to 21, 2023. The Automated Processing of OTP and MOEP Project is part of the CSU’s three-year research program entitled Accelerated R&D Program for Capacity Building of Research and Development Institutions and Industrial Competitiveness: Niche Centers in the Regions for R&D (NICER) Program: Sustainable Mineral and Mining Operations using Industry 4.0 headed by the CSU President, Dr. Rolyn C. Daguil.  The said project is one of the three project components of ICT4RM 2.0: Assessment, Monitoring and Evaluation of Mining Resources and its Contribution Using Predictive Analytics and Collective Intelligence under the project team of Dr. Alexander continue reading : Automated Processing of OTP and MOEP Project of MGB ROXIII and CSU: A milestone in the mining industry

MGB ROXIII, CSU collaborate on ICT for Responsible Mining Project

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII and the Caraga State University (CSU) are key partners in the advocacy of responsible mining in Caraga Region. Recently, CSU was granted a 3-year research program entitled “Accelerated R&D Program for Capacity Building of Research and Development Institutions and Industrial Competitiveness: Niche Centers ln the Regions for R&D (NICER) Program: Sustainable Mineral and Mining Operations using Industry 4.0” by the Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD) under the Science for Change Program (S4CP).  Headed by CSU President Dr. Rolyn C. Daguil, the said research program has 3 project components, one of which is the ICT4RM 2.0: Assessment, Monitoring and Evaluation of Mining Resources and its contribution using Collective Intelligence.   The MGB Regional Office No. XIII will be the initial stakeholder and the recipient of M&E ICT Tools for continue reading : MGB ROXIII, CSU collaborate on ICT for Responsible Mining Project

MGB ROXIII distributes 2023 Safety and Health Program Certificates of Approval

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII distributed Certificates of Approval (COAs) for the 2023 Safety and Health Program (SHP) to 27 mining companies during the Caraga Mine Safety and Health Council Meeting on January 21, 2023 at the MGB Regional Office No. XIII Training Center in Surigao City. The SHP was developed as a comprehensive plan to ensure that mine workers have a fair, secure, and humane working environment through the promotion of safety and health culture, enforcement of safety and health rules and regulations, participation in trainings and the development of human resources, and establishment of an efficient system of monitoring, inspection, and investigation to improve the safety and health programs of Caraga mines. The first batch of the COAs were distributed to the following mining companies: Hinatuan Mining Corporation Pacific Cement Philippines, Inc. (2 projects) Equi-Parco Construction Company Adfil Corporation – Pianing Project Adfil Corporation continue reading : MGB ROXIII distributes 2023 Safety and Health Program Certificates of Approval

MGB ROXIII, MGBEA Region XIII Chapter hold Outreach Program

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII, in cooperation with the MGB Employees Association Region XIII Chapter, held the Outreach Program on January 31, 2023 at the Surigao City Temporary Shelter for Mentally Challenged Individuals in Brgy. Luna, Surigao City. The activity aimed to heighten the social awareness of employees and instill in them a strong sense of social responsibility by extending assistance and support to less privileged members of society.  The said facility is under the social development program of Surigao City Vice Mayor Alfonso S. Casurra in partnership with the City Social Welfare and Development Office. During the activity, a short program took place.  It was followed by the distribution of essential goods and food packs to forty-one (41) patients.  Before they called it a day, Engr. Francis Glenn N. Suante, Chief of the MGB ROXIII Mine Safety, Environment and Social Development Division; MGBEA Region XIII continue reading : MGB ROXIII, MGBEA Region XIII Chapter hold Outreach Program

DENR, EMB and MGB Caraga craft IEC Action Plan for CY 2023

In an effort to create a roadmap for the implementation of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources’ information, education and communication (IEC) activities anchored to the thrusts and priority programs of Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga and to ensure that the strategies and interventions are effective and sustainable in order to achieve the behavioural change desired for Caraga Region, the DENR Regional Office No. XIII through its Regional Strategic Communication and Initiatives Group conducted the Orientation cum Consultation on the Creation of DENR-EMB-MGB Caraga IEC Action Plan for CY 2023 on January 27, 2023 at the Provincial Learning Center of Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office of Agusan del Norte in Brgy. Tiniwisan, Butuan City. The activity aimed to remove communication barriers identified within the respective field offices and provide recommendations/solutions to improve communication strategies and interventions.  It was attended by Information Officers, Youth Desk Officers and their alternates continue reading : DENR, EMB and MGB Caraga craft IEC Action Plan for CY 2023

MGB ROXIII Children’s Party: Ushering in the New Year

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII, in cooperation with the MGB Employees Association Region XIII Chapter and the MGB-RXIII Employees Multi-Purpose Cooperative, held the Children’s Party on January 14, 2023 at the MGB Regional Office No. XIII Training Center in Surigao City. Attended by the children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews of MGB Regional Office No. XIII employees, the event started as an annual Children’s Christmas Party which has been a long-standing tradition of the Regional Bureau before the pandemic.  It has continued to be a venue where the children could build friendships, strengthen ties and experience camaraderie. The fun-filled event started with the Welcome Remarks of Regional Director Larry M. Heradez.  It was then followed by a variety of performances and parlor games in which the children delightfully took part.  Mascots also added good cheer to the event.  On the same note, the children put their good continue reading : MGB ROXIII Children’s Party: Ushering in the New Year

MGB, Minerals Industry take part in Public Relations and Crisis Management Training

In support of the National Unified Information, Education and Communication Program of the Mines and Geosciences Bureau and the Philippine minerals industry, the Mines and Geosciences Bureau conducted the Public Relations and Crisis Management Training on December 19 to 21, 2022 at the Makati Palace Hotel in Makati City. Information Officers, Community Affairs Officers and key personnel of the Social Development Section from the MGB Central and Regional Offices, together with select participants from mining companies, took part in the said training which was organized by the Mineral Economics, Information and Publication Division of MGB Central Office. The program started with the welcome remarks of the MGB Director, Atty. Wilfredo G. Moncano.  It was then followed by the inspirational speech of the Chamber of Mines of the Philippines Executive Director, Atty. Ronald S. Recidoro who laid emphasis on the relevance of the training in the delivery of services and the continue reading : MGB, Minerals Industry take part in Public Relations and Crisis Management Training

MGB ROXIII, CMEMCI conduct MRFC and MMT Capacity Building Seminar-Workshop

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII, in partnership with the Caraga Mine Environmental Management Council, Inc., conducted the Mine Rehabilitation Fund Committee (MRFC) and Multi-Partite Monitoring Team (MMT) Capacity Building Seminar-Workshop on December 1 to 2, 2022 at Parkway Hotel in Surigao City. Aimed at capacitating the MRFC and the MMT members for the conduct of monitoring on the implementation of the approved Annual Environmental Protection and Enhancement Program, the two-day seminar-workshop equipped the participants with the necessary knowledge that will guide them through the different aspects of their monitoring tasks.  The roles and areas of concern of every sector member that will be integrated into the revised MRFC/MMT Manual of Operations were discussed as well.  At the start of the activity, messages were delivered by MGB Caraga Regional Director, Engr. Larry M. Heradez, and DENR Caraga Regional Executive Director, For. Nonito M. Tamayo, represented by For. continue reading : MGB ROXIII, CMEMCI conduct MRFC and MMT Capacity Building Seminar-Workshop

MGB ROXIII conducts Gender Sensitivity Training

In keeping with the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women, the Gender and Development Focal Point System of the Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII conducted the Gender Sensitivity Training on December 6, 2022 at the MGB Regional Office No. XIII Training Center in Surigao City. With the theme “UNiTEd for a VAW-free Philippines”, this year’s campaign underscores the powerful impact of combining individual efforts towards a collaborative and united thrust towards a VAW-free Philippines. It is an affirmation of the unceasing anti-VAW efforts in line with the Philippines’ 20th year of participation in the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. Attended by the MGB Regional Office No. XIII employees, the said training started with the Welcome Remarks of Regional Director Larry M. Heradez who emphasized that educating women, together with men, is indispensable because it enables them to play vital roles and participate in nation continue reading : MGB ROXIII conducts Gender Sensitivity Training