Fire Prevention Month at the PMC Mine Covered Court, themed “Sa Pag-iwas sa Sunog, Hindi ka Nag-iisa.” Organized by the Safety and Health Department, with key figures including For. Gladess Dianne Buot-TLCR Manager, Safety and Health Manager Engr. Clement Chiu, Vice President for Operations Lorenz Emmanuel Almazar, and Resident Manager Engr. Alvin Castaños

BUNAWAN, AGUSAN DEL SUR – As part of its ongoing education support, Philsaga Mining Corporation (PMC) turned over a newly constructed one-unit, two-classroom school building to Bunawan National High School-Annex in Barangay Consuelo on July 4, 2025.

BUNAWAN, AGUSAN DEL SUR –SAFETY IS OUR PRIORITY: With its dedication to striving for zero lost-time accidents while ensuring full compliance with safety regulations, which aims for continual improvement, Safety and Health Department in robust implementation with Compliance and Emergency Management, Philsaga Mining Corporation continues its Information, Education and Communication (IEC) as the inauguration of the activities for PMC Safety Day 2024 held at Nitro Contracting Services(Old Motor pool) last April 16. Hundreds of PMC employees and service contractors crowded the engaging IEC with its games and quizzes. The section also gives merchandise to the winners, which makes the participants enjoy the activity and makes their learning even more special. The section will carry on with its events and IEC campaigns throughout the year.

There are several extraordinary organizations that serve as lights of hope, blazing the road to a better future in a world where many people still lack access to high-quality education. The company Mindanao Mineral Processing and Refining Corporation (MMPRC), which is dedicated to transforming the lives of young academics through its SDMP Scholarship Program, is one of these bright stars.

The Mindanao Mineral Processing and Refining Corporation (MMPRC) conducted a full-scale fire drill at the ECS compound on 19 March 2026, demonstrating its strong commitment to emergency preparedness. The Safety and Health Department led the activity, and the Bureau of Fire Protection Rosario supported the exercise.

echnical expert, Engr. Joel T. Ortez, LCE ASC, a member of the Project Management Institute (PMI), the Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers (PICE), and the American Concrete Institute, led with an in-depth discussion on Dam Safety Management and Monitoring. Emergency Response Planning and Coordination session, highlighting the need for clear communication, quick decision-making, and teamwork during potential dam-related emergencies. Participants also learned about early warning systems and proper evacuation procedures. Following this, Mr. Retche B. Banasia, a Senior Science Research Specialist, discussed the Salient Features of the DENR Administrative Order No. 99-32 or the Policy Guidelines and Standards for Mine Wastes and Mill Tailings Management.