ROSARIO, AGUSAN DEL SUR – Philsaga Mining Corporation's Security and Enforcement Group (SEG) commenced its 2nd Physical Fitness Program on March 07, 2024, within PMC premises. The initiative targets enhancing the physical fitness and overall well-being of PMC security personnel, ensuring readiness for security challenges.

BUNAWAN, AGUSAN DEL SUR – On March 2, 2024, the Philsaga Mining Corporation TIGERS joined the Kick-Off and Opening Ceremony for the Fire Prevention Month of the Bureau of Fire Protection in Bunawan Municipal Quadrangle. With the theme “Sa pag-iwas sa sunog, Di ka nag-iisa,” the celebration aims to promote a united and fire-free community. In relation to the fire prevention month spearheaded by SFO3 Benedicto C. Function Jr. PMC will also launch the company-wide celebration of fire prevention competitions with the active participation of the employees and personnel starting this March 8-21, 2024, organized by the Compliance and Emergency Management section.

"Our objective is to enhance the vigilance and response capability of our personnel, particularly their ability to recall critical details under stress," Gregorio stated. "Observation accuracy and dependable memory recall remain core elements of effective security operations." The highlight of the training was a simulation of checkpoint inspections applying the Plain View Doctrine, during which participants were evaluated on their ability to detect suspicious indicators, articulate observations, and deliver accurate descriptions under time-sensitive conditions. The successful conduct of the ODEX and Memory Training underscores PMC's unwavering commitment to maintaining a disciplined, observant, and operationally capable security force—one fully prepared to safeguard company personnel, assets, and premises.

ROSARIO, AGUSAN DEL SUR – As the country celebrates National Women’s Month for 2024, the Compliance and Emergency Management Section of Philsaga Mining Corporation Conducts Safety Awareness for Bayugan 3 Women’s Association during their Culmination day at Bayugan 3 Barangay Gymnasium. Through safety symposiums in regards to simple Hazard Identification Response and Control, First-Aid Response to Child choke, and usage of fire extinguishers and fire response suitable for their households, mothers gained confidence in essential safety in their daily routine at home. 

Led by PMC/MMPRC Vice President Engr. A. Cortes and Resident Manager Engr. Alvin B. Castaños, key stakeholders – including representatives from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Regional Office, Environmental Management Bureau (EMB), Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB), Indigenous Peoples groups, local government units (municipal and barangay), the Provincial Government Office, and various non-government organizations – were invited to have a meaningful discussion on the relevant views on the environmental, social and economic impact of the planned expansion. The issues and concerns raised during the Public Scoping will be carefully considered in decision-making, ensuring that mitigation measures, development benefits, and opportunities for affected communities are effectively addressed.

With a steadfast commitment to the future generation, Philsaga Mining Corporation (PMC) and Mindanao Mineral Processing and Refining Corporation (MMPRC) have launched an extraordinary Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) school campaign to promote responsible mining. The campaign aims to showcase the company’s unwavering dedication to environmentally safe operations, sustainable socio-economic initiatives, and community development and to debunk the mining fallacy.