#COVID-19 Alert Level System

151 (s.2021), issued on November 11, 2021, approved the nationwide rollout of the Alert Level System and adopted these Guidelines as the guidelines to be implemented and enforced in all areas under the said system. Now, we don't only hear alert levels for volcano monitoring but also as a reference for community quarantine classifications. Let's check out more about the country's current COVID-19 Alert Level System and its guidelines. According to the IATF, it aims to manage and minimize the risk of the disease through System Indicators, Triggers, and Thresholds to specify the public health and social measures to be taken in relation to the COVID-19 response. The DOH shall identify the Alert Level of the pilot areas. These areas shall follow the protocols consistent with the declared Alert Level. The benefits for hazard pay and special risk allowances for all personnel in health facilities shall be applicable under the Alert Level System for the duration of the state of Public Health Emergency due to COVID-19. Except those located in areas covered by granular lockdowns, all other establishments or activities not prohibited under each Alert Level may be allowed to operate on-site provided they implement the minimum public health standards. Read more in our articles including "COVID-19 Alert Level System in the Philippines - How does it work?" and "Samsung announces “Level” line of audio devices".