PSA Negros Occidental joins nationwide earthquake preparedness drill
BACOLOD CITY – Personnel of the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) in Negros Occidental joined the fourth-quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill to practice safety procedures and strengthen workplace preparedness.
During the exercise, employees applied the “duck, cover, and hold” technique and practiced coordinating their response to an earthquake.
The PSA’s provincial statistical office said the activity allowed personnel to build on lessons from previous quarterly drills and identify areas for improvement.
The office said regular practice helps employees prepare to respond appropriately while remaining calm and alert during emergencies.
The PSA added that disaster readiness is a shared responsibility that helps protect personnel and others in the workplace.
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