NWPC Organizes Learning Sessions on Wage Distortion, Lean Management and Emergency Preparedness
October 12, 2022
NWPC continues to offer public learning sessions designed to help workers and employers comply with minimum wages and improve productivity in the workplace.
On 5 August 2022, Atty. Hency L. Tanbengco of NWPC conducted a learning session on Correcting Wage Distortion. He discussed the different approaches and formulas on computing wage increases for workers affected by wage distortion. Wage distortion occurs when the intended differentials in wage rates between groups of employees in an establishment are drastically reduced or eliminated due to mandated wage increases.
Mr. Francis Atangan of NWPC conducted a webinar on Basic Lean Tools for SMEs during 17 August 2022 Learning Session. He discussed the different approaches to reconfigure pro processes by eliminating wastes that unnecessarily prolong operational procedures. On 26 August 2022, Engr. Lawrence Blas of the Occupational Safety and Health Center, discussed Emergency Preparedness in the Workplace. He presented how to prepare for workplace emergencies as part of the workplace health and safety program.