PNP MASTER PLANS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SANDIGAN
(Master plan for Anti-Criminality Campaign)

SANDUGO
(Counter Insurgency Master Plan)

SANGYAMAN
(Master Plan for the Protection of
the Environment and Natural Resources)

SANG-BANAT
(Master Plan for the Campaign
Against Illegal Drugs)

SANG-INGAT
(Master Plan for Security Coverage)

SAKLOLO
(PNP Master Plan for Disaster
Preparedness & Management)

UNIVERSAL DECLAMATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS

POLICE OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES

LOI AGAP

LOI SANTINIG

LOI SAMBAYAN

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 SANDIGAN
(ANTI-CRIMINALITY MASTERPLAN)

I. INTRODUCTION

A. PURPOSE AND SCOPE

This Plan shall serve as the Master Plan in which all plans and
programs of the PNP shall conform with and supplement.

It shall prescribe the grand strategy to be undertaken by PNP Offices

and personnel on crime prevention, control and suppression, in the total fight
against all forces of criminality.

B. SITUATION

The campaign against crime is a continuing concern. It is a war that

the police can not win alone, and can not in any real sense fight alone. Police can
not change the “root drivers” of crime such as poverty, unemployment, poor
housing, moral education, freedom, civil liberties, ambitions, dysfunctional families
and other ills of socio-economic opportunities. Thus, all aspects of police work
should be premised upon active community consent, trust and participation.

In so doing, developing effective crime prevention, control and

suppression strategies has presented the PNP with a fundamental dilemma. On one
hand, crime will always be committed and, indeed, a continuing mandate. From this
perspective, the police is viewed solely as a professional crime buster and often
criticized if public expectations are not met. On the other hand, the community
needs to believe that the police is or can become effective crime buster.

Thus, the PNP has been compelled to rethink and redesign its entire
approach to this main task through clearer prioritization of targets with emphasis
on prevention, control and suppression of crime and more resources moved into
proactive policing.

C. ASSUMPTION

The primary concern of the PNP for the next five years is curbing
criminality.

D. MISSION

The PNP shall implement a responsive and holistic anti-crime strategy

to effective prevent, control and suppress the occurrences of crimes to insure safety
in our community.

E. OBJECTIVES

1. To reduce index crime rate

2. To improve response time
3. To improve crime solution efficiency
4. To increase conviction rate
5. To operationalize COPS through the Police Community Precincts,
for the 24-hour community security coverage.

II. DEFINITION OF TERMS (Please see appendix E)

III. EXECUTION

A. CPNP’S INTENT

“Let us intensify our campaign against crime. Let us create an

atmosphere of peace, in close collaboration with the community, local government
units, NGOs and international organizations, dedicating our resources and
enhancing our capabilities and skills to address national and transnational threats to
peace and order”.

The efforts of the Police Regional Offices (PROs), Police Provincial

Offices (PPOs)/City Offices and Police Stations shall be to set-up and implement a
localized Anti-Crime Campaign Plan based on this plan. On the other hand, the
National Support Units shall create their efforts in accounting and neutralizing
transnational and syndicated crime groups, and support the PROs in their localized
Anti-Crime Campaign.

B. CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS

1. Strategic Concept

a. Improve the Police Security Service Package

1) Effective law enforcement and crime prevention and suppression system.

Foremost among the means of effective law enforcement is the wise

utilization of all PNP available assets on the ground. One tested and tried
instrument is the Police Security Containment Ring System (PSCRS), composed of
the following five (5) major components, deployment of which depends on their
availability and the situation on the ground:
a) The Innermost Containment Ring, which is composed of barangay
tanods, CVOs, NGOs, radio groups, fire/disaster/calamity volunteer brigades that
provide localized and needed police services to the barangays.
b) The Inner Containment Ring, composed of the foot patrol elements are
in uniform for police visibility while the detective patrol component is in “civilian”
attire for police presence. Even if there are no uniformed police around the people
will still think that a police eye is watching them because they will see police
detectives in civilian causing the arrest of crime perpetrators.
c) The third component is the Middle Containment Ring, which is
composed of bicycle or motorcycle-mounted patrols at control points who shall
patrol the residential areas and make the transport loading and unloading areas as
their standby points. This will prevent mugging of commuters specially during
nighttime.
d) The Outer Containment Ring is composed of designated specialized
units like the mobile patrols, which shall be deployed at chokepoints. Their task is
to prevent the escape of fleeing criminal and react to call for police assistance.
e) The fifth is the Outermost Containment Ring, where the special police
units (like the SWAT or anti-terrorist units) and the mobile groups shall serve as
security elements at areas designated as strong points, where they can
immediately react to call for armed support to beleaguered police personnel on the
ground.
2) Adoption by police offices/stations of the Crime and Information
Management System, which will systematize the recording, retrieval and analysis of
crime data.
Another means of effective law enforcement is the adoption by police
offices/stations of Crime and Information Management System. In simple terms,
the Regional, Provincial and City, and Municipal Police Offices will indicate in their
local maps the place and time a crime incident happened. The resulting inputs will
constitute the basis for the deployment or redeployment of police resources to
maximize their use for anti crime efforts.

3) Deployment of dedicated Police Intelligence and Investigation Teams

for criminal gang/syndicates, terrorists, kidnappers, bank robbers, carnappers and
specific crime prone areas.
The deployment of dedicated intelligence, investigation and manhunt teams
is another means of organizational effectiveness. Teams for specific activities
involving Internal Security/Terrorist Groups, Kidnapping, Robbery, Hijacking and
Carnapping are formed in all police units in varying scale depending on the threat
analysis and availability of personnel. These teams shall conduct legal offensives
against members of syndicated crime groups to force them out of the locality or,
better still, to prevent them in the commission of crimes.

4) Aggressive Anti-Illegal Drugs Campaign

Illegal Drug is the country’s’ number 1 enemy. A high percentage of our
populace is affected by this menace and majority of the heinous crimes committed
is drug- related. It is for this reason that we do not only put to jail drug pushers
but also rehabilitate drug users. The supply and demand reduction strategies should
be coupled with a heightened drug education campaign.

5) Strengthening of the Programs for Public Safety and Internal Security

The government considers the crimes such as killings; kidnappings, extortion
and etc, committed by the insurgent groups as a criminal act not a political act. It is
for this reason that crimes committed by them should be investigated and
appropriate cases filed so that justice is afforded to the victims.
People who feel that they are not safe in their houses, streets and place of
work are predisposed to crime. The police therefore has to lend support.
6) Pursuing the objectives for Gender Awareness Development
This concept will involve the strengthening of Gender and Development
thrust of the PNP in collaboration with government organizations, NGOs and women
organizations in the country, as great percentage of crimes committed nowadays,
involve women and children as victims.

b. Strengthen linkages with NGOs, local and international law

enforcement organizations, the AFP, and Presidential Task Force and
Centers as venues for interagency and international cooperation and
support.
These organizations and agencies are venues for effective law enforcement
coordination and support. The maintenance of peace and order is a multi-
disciplinary responsibility and the active linkages with these agencies and offices
will redound to the efforts to eliminate transnational and national crimes in the
country, to include the criminal activities of internal security threat groups and
terrorists.

In addition, this linkage would turn very relevant and beneficial during the
conduct of special events, like, the holding of honest, orderly and peaceful elections
for both national and local officials of the government.

c. Enhance the community participation thru the Community-

Oriented Policing System (COPS).
Through COPS, there will be voluntary community support and cooperation
with law enforcement/crime prevention and control activities, thus there will be
enhanced police effectiveness and efficiency given the same police resources.

d. Operationalize the Integrated Area/ Community Public Safety

Plan (IA/CPSP)
In order to insure the success of linking up the contribution of the
community, the government and the police in guaranteeing the safety and security
of the communities, the existing Integrated Area/Community Public Safety Plan of
provincial and municipal government units shall complement this Anti-Crime
Strategy. Close coordination with respective Peace and Order Councils (POCs), Law
Enforcement Coordinating Committees (LECCs), Regional Development Councils
(RDCs), Disaster Coordinating Councils (DCCs), Drug Watch and Streetwatch
organizations, shall be maintained.

e. Promote the objectives of an active Criminal Justice System

Being in the frontline in the operationalization of the Criminal Justice System,
the police serves as an effective catalyst in promoting the concepts of justice for
crime victims and of enhancing attainment of the objectives of the Anti-Crime
Strategy.

f. Devise an Effective Feedback Mechanism

The continued feedback from all recipients of public safety services received
from the citizens through the Project 117 of the DILG, the “Ugnayans” conducted
by the PNP and other government agencies, and other sources of reports,
complaints, needs, or rejoinders, shall be the basis for improving the delivery of
police services to the citizenry. This feedback mechanism shall serve as the trigger
to set off a series of adjustments and if need be, a realignment of the foregoing
strategies to attain the purpose of maintaining a peaceful and prosperous
community.

2. Operational Concept

The NHQ-PNP, through its directorial staff, shall supervise and support the
Police Regional Offices in implementing the strategic agenda and operational
concept of this anti-crime strategy. The PNP leadership, through the NALECC, the
NDCC and the NPOC, shall coordinate and cooperate with other national
government agencies in the realization of the mission of this anti-crime strategy.

The Police Regional Offices, through the police provincial/city offices and
municipal/city police stations, shall implement their localized anti-crime plans based
on this master plan. Their plans shall be focused towards the implementation of
localized activities to attain: (1) reduction of crime rate; (2) improvement of
response time; (3) improvement of local crime solution efficiency; (4) increase in
conviction rate for cases filed in court; and (5) the operationalization of community-
oriented policing system (COPS) thru the Police Community Precincts, for the 24-
hour community security coverage.

The national support units, through their specialized operating units and
various regional offices, shall concentrate their efforts towards supporting all the
anti-crime efforts of the PROs, except in the pursuit of specific anti-crime tasks
assigned to them.

Schematic Diagram of the “SANDIGAN MASTER PLAN” refer to appendix

C. TASKS
In furtherance of the intent and purpose of this Plan the following shall
also be undertaken by offices/units concerned:

1. NHQ, PNP

a. DCO – Command Group supervisor, responsible in the

successful implementation of this Master Plan.
b. DPRM
1) Responsible in the conduct of moral recovery program for PNP personnel in
coordination with DHRDD.
2) Strictly implement COMPLAN PATNUBAY;
3) Monitor and supervise the moral and welfare program for the PNP personnel.
4) Strengthen policies and guidelines for the proper selection of personnel for
designation to key positions, particularly at municipal station level; and
5) Perform other tasks as requested/directed.
c. DI
1) Update and validate watch-lists on criminals and furnish the same to tasked
units;
2) Provide timely intelligence and counterintelligence information or similar
support, as needed, in the implementation of this Plan; and
3) Perform other tasks as requested/directed.
d. DO
1) OPR for this Master Plan;
2) Supervise and monitor the progress of the activities of tasked units in the
implementation of this Plan;
3) Supervise the implementation of the Strategic concepts on law enforcement,
prevention and suppression system, and Integrated Area/Community Public Safety
Plan.
4) Coordinate with the PAOCTF, PCTC and NDLEPCC for an effective integration
of anti-crime efforts with local and international offices and organizations; and
5) Perform other tasks as requested/directed.
e. DL
1) Provide equipment and logistical support to all tasked units; and
2) Perform other tasks as requested/directed.
f. DC
1) Provide necessary fund support needed in the implementation of this Plan;
and
2) Perform other tasks as requested/directed.
g. DIDM
1) Monitor the progress of cases being investigated until their final
disposition in court;
2) Conduct pre-charge investigation of personnel involved in violation of the
ICU guidance of the CPNP; and
3) Perform other tasks as requested/directed.
h. DPCR
1) Disseminate various thrusts of the PNP in containing all forms of criminal
activities throughout the country;
2) Supervise the implementation of the Community Oriented Policing System
(COPS) in this Plan;
3) Come up with activities to catalyze the five (5) pillars of CJS to be an
effective system for anti-crime efforts;
4) Perform other tasks as requested/directed
i. DHRDD
1) Design training programs/seminars for all PNP personnel to enhance their
ability in the performance of their assigned duties relative to this Plan’s operational
concept;
2) Assist DPRM in the conduct of Moral Recovery Programs; and
3) Perform other tasks as requested/directed.

2. Police Regional Offices 1-13, ARMM, CAR and NCR

a. The main implementors of this Master Plan, thus you are
directed to perform activities but not limited to the following:
1) Pursue more meaningful interfacing with other
government agencies through the RLECC, RPOC and other regional coordinating
bodies; prepare and update and operational IA/CPSP of every province and
municipality under your jurisdiction;
2) Coordinate with various government agencies and
NGOs concerned in development programs and the government’s poverty-
alleviation projects;
 3) Operationalize the strategic concept and
operational concept as contained in this Plan;
4) Support government agencies, particularly the
pillars of the Criminal Justice System, and those concerned in the drive against
lawless elements; and
5) Together with the Provincial Directors (PDs),
constantly evaluate the performance and continuously assess the fitness,
qualifications, and service reputation of local police chiefs. The Provincial Directors
shall closely coordinate these evaluations with the concerned local government
executives.
b. Provide other support/assistance to other operating units tasked
with law enforcement functions.
3. National Support Units
a. CIDG
1) Support/assist all PNP units in the conduct of
investigation and in the filing and prosecution of criminal cases, to insure the
conviction of suspects; and
2) Perform other tasks as requested/directed;
b. NARG
1). Launch sustained campaign against drug chain and
syndicates and other related offenses;
2). Provide other support/assistance to all PNP units
pertaining to anti-illegal drugs operations; and
3) Perform other tasks, as requested/ directed.
c. IG
1) Conduct intelligence and counter-intelligence
operations in support of this Plan; and
2) Perform other tasks as requested/directed.
d. TMG
1) Assist all PNP units in the conduct of investigation
of crimes involving motor vehicles; and
2) Perform other tasks as directed/requested.
e. SAF
1) Assist the PROs in specialized crime operations;
and
2) Perform other tasks as requested/directed.
f. PCRG
1) Promote crime prevention awareness by tapping
the support of the media and the community;
2) Formulate/distribute anti-crime slogans/ tips/
posters/leaflets/pamphlets, etc; and,
3) Perform other tasks as requested/directed.
g. CLS
1) Provide forensics technical support to PROs; and
2) Perform other tasks as requested/directed.

4. All Other NSUs

a. Provide technical/administrative support to all PROs,

NSUs and other PNP attached agencies; and,
b. Perform other tasks as requested/directed.
9D. COORDINATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Respect for human rights shall be paramount, and strict
adherence with the PNP Operational Procedures (Revised Rules of Engagement)
shall always be emphasized in all police operations.
2. All PNP units shall re-assess respective resources and
capabilities. All IMPLANs and SOPs, shall be updated to conform with this master
plan.
 3. Tasked units shall operate on the existing logistical and financial
allocations. NHQ-PNP shall provide additional logistical and financial support on a
case-to-case basis.
4. Maximum coordination with national government agencies, local
government units, non-government organizations and all sectors of the community,
for the success of the anti-crime strategy, is authorized and highly encouraged.
5. In order to insure uniformity in adopting/implementing the
COPS and IA/CPSP concepts, all chiefs of police/police supervisors implementing
them must always be guided by the “Community-Oriented Policing System (COPS)
Manual for the PNP” issued thru NAPOLCOM Resolution Nr 2000-157 dated October
31, 2000 and IA/CPSP guidelines and requirements.
6. This Master Plan shall supersede PNP LOI 10/93 SANDIGAN
(PNP Anti-Crime Strategy). However, all applicable issuances, MOUs/MOAs not in
conflict with this Master Plan are still in effect.
7. All RDs, PROs and Dirs, NSUs shall submit IMPLANs to this Plan
and periodic reports on its implementation.
8. This Master Plan shall take effect upon approval.

IV. APPENDICES

A. To improve the Police Security Service Package, the following standard

operating procedures and guidelines shall be implemented:
1. SOP #01 - POLICE BEAT PATROL PROCEDURES
This SOP prescribes the basic procedures to be observed by all PNP
Units and mobile patrol elements in the conduct of visibility patrols.
2. SOP #02 - BANTAY KALYE
This SOP prescribes the deployment of 85% of the PNP in the field to
increase police visibility and intensify anti-crime campaign nationwide.
3. SOP #03 – SIYASAT
This SOP prescribes t8he guidelines in the conduct of inspections to
ensure police visibility.
4. SOP #04 - REACT 166
REACT 166 was launched in 1992 as the people’s direct link to the
police to receive public calls for assistance and complaints for prompt action by
police authorities. This SOP prescribes the procedures in the detail of Duty Officers,
Telephone Operators and Radio Operators for REACT 166; their term of duty and
responsibilities.
5. SOP #05 – LIGTAS (ANTI-KIDNAPPING)
With the creation of the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Task Force
(PAOCTF), the PNP is now in the support role in the campaign against kidnapping in
terms of personnel requirements. SOP #6 sets forth the PNP’s guidelines in its fight
against kidnapping activities.
6. SOP #06 - ANTI-CARNAPPING
This SOP prescribes the conduct of an all-out and sustained Anti-
Carnapping campaign to stop/minimize carnapping activities, neutralize syndicated
carnapping groups, identify/prosecute government personnel involved in
carnapping activities, and to effectively address other criminal activities related to
carnapping.
7. SOP #07 - ANTI-TERRORISM
This prescribes the operational guidelines in the conduct of operations
against terrorists and other lawless elements involved in terroristic activities.
8. SOP #08 – JOINT ANTI-BANK ROBBERY ACTION COMMITTEE (ANTI-
BANK ROBBERY)
This SOP provides overall planning, integration,
orchestration/coordination and monitoring of all efforts to ensure the successful
implementation.
9. SOP #09 - ANTI-HIJACKING/HIGHWAY ROBBERY
This SOP sets forth the guidelines and concepts of operations to be
observed in the conduct of anti-hiway robbery/hold-up/hijacking operations.
 10. SOP #10 - PAGLALANSAG/PAGAAYOS-HOPE
This SOP sets forth the concept of operations and tasks of all
concerned units in the campaign against Partisan Armed Groups and loose firearms.
11. SOP #11 – MANHUNT BRAVO (NEUTRALIZATION OF WANTED
PERSONS)
This SOP sets forth the objectives and concept of operations and tasks
of all concerned units in the neutralization of wanted persons.
12. SOP #12 - ANTI-ILLEGAL GAMBLING
This SOP sets forth the operational thrusts to be
undertaken by the PNP that will spearhead the fight against all forms of illegal
gambling nationwide.
13. SOP #13 - ANTI-SQUATTING
This SOP sets forth the concept of operations in the campaign against
professional squatters and squatting syndicates.
14. SOP #14 – JERICHO
This SOP prescribes the operational guidelines to be undertaken by the
NHQ, PNP in the establishment of a quick reaction group that can be detailed with
the office of the SILG (OSILG), with personnel and equipment requirements of that
reaction group supported by the PNP.
15. SOP #15 – NENA (ANTI-PROSTITUTION/VAGRANCY)
This SOP sets forth the operational thrusts to be undertaken by the
PNP that will spearhead the fight against prostitution and vagrancy.
16. SOP #16 – ANTI-PORNOGRAPHY
This prescribes the guidelines to be followed by tasked PNP
Units/Offices in enforcing the ban on pornographic pictures, videos and magazines.
17. SOP #17 - GUIDELINES IN THE CONDUCT OF ARREST, SEARCH, AND
SEIZURE
This SOP prescribes the procedure and manner of conducting an
arrest, raid, search and/or search of person, search of any premises and the seizure
of properties pursuant to the 1987 Philippine Constitution, Rules of Court, as
amended and updated decision of the Supreme Court.
18. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM OF SANDIGAN MASTER PLAN
19. ANTI-ILLEGAL LOGGING (Please refer to SANGYAMAN Master Plan)
20. ANTI-ILLEGAL FISHING (Please refer to SANGYAMAN Master Plan)
21. ANTI-ILLEGAL DRUGS (Please refer to BANAT Master Plan)

B. To strengthen linkages with other government and NGOs, local and

international law enforcement organizations, the AFP, and Presidential Task Force
and Centers as venues for interagency and international cooperation and support,
the following shall be implemented.
1) RULES AND REGULATIONS IMPLEMENTING EO 829 AS AMENDED BY
EOs 41 AND 41-A (LECC)
2) PNP IMPLEMENTING PLAN TO EO 61.
3) PNP IMPLEMENTING PLAN TO EO 62.
C. To enhance community participation thru the Community-
Oriented Policing System (COPS) and uniform implementation of COPS, the
COMMUNITY-ORIENTED POLICING SYSTEM (COPS) MANUAL shall be implemented.
D. To operationalize the Integrated Area/ Community Public Safety Plan
(IA/CPSP), IA/CPSP GUIDELINES shall be implemented.
E. Definition of Terms

V. REFERENCES
A. Republic Act 6975, as amended by Republic Act 8551
B. Pertinent NAPOLCOM Resolutions
C. NHQ-PNP LOI 10/93 SANDIGAN (PNP Anti-Crime Strategy)
D. The PNP Program Thrusts for CY 2001
E. “Pulis ng Bayan, Lingkod ng Mamamayan” by PDDG LEANDRO R
MENDOZA
F. The Operational PPAs and PER.
 SANDUGO
(THE PNP ISO MASTER PLAN)

I. INTRODUCTION

The insurgency problem, whether of the communist or the secessionist type,

has social, economic, political and security dimensions. The security part, as
manifested by armed guerilla activities, is the most visible sign or symptom of the
problem. The security acts only because of the political organization that provides
the leadership and the direction. On the other hand, the dissatisfaction and
grievances of the people resulting from the socio-economic and political conditions
in the area provide the insurgency movement the reason for its being. Thus,
insurgency may not be solved by police/military solution alone (although
police/military action is vital and an important part), but by a package of
government policies and programs that can effectively and simultaneously address
the socio-economic, the political and the military aspects of the situation.
Accordingly, the whole government machinery and instrumentalities must strongly
and coordinately be made to bear on the problem.

A. PURPOSE AND SCOPE

This serves as the long-range and holistic master plan of the PNP in
waging an internal security support operations nationwide. Premised on the
estimate of the national situation and other considerations, it prescribes the
counterinsurgency support strategy, operational concept, scheme of
implementation, service support, and coordinating instructions in order to
accomplish the PNP”s internal security support mission.

All subsequent and supplemental Programs of Action, LOIs, and other

related issuances to be prescribed and executed by PNP units and personnel at all
levels which would have a bearing on internal security, must therefore conform with
the intent/spirit and strategic and operational guidelines embodied herein. This is
to ensure the continuity, unity, consistency and synergy of all internal security
efforts at all times.

B. DEFINITION OF KEY TERMS (See Annex 1)

C. NATIONAL SITUATION AND CONSIDERATIONS:

1. General

The Government, through the AFP and the PNP, had launched
various campaigns and pacification drives in the past decades to resolve the
continuing communist insurgency threat. As a result, the communist insurgent
movement experienced a downtrend in its party building, army building and alliance
work. This downtrend was attributed among others to the vigorous implementation
of the series of the PNP's Sandugo COIN campaign plans and the AFP Campaign
Plan Lambat-Bitag.
 These developments, however, did not lead to the downfall of
the Communist Movement. The CPP/NPA, instead, staged a strategic withdrawal to
avoid decisive defeat by the government forces. Subsequently, the CPP/NPA
launched a rectification campaign to regain control of LCM lost areas and restore its
influence in the rural areas. Additionally, the CPP, having experienced a regression
in the Yearly sub-stages of the Strategic Defensive Stage focused its activities on
ideological, political and organizational (IPO) work to rebuild the party, its army and
mass organizations.

During the Philippine Constabulary/Integrated National Police

(PC/INP) era, internal and external security were tasks relegated to the Armed
Forces of the Philippines (AFP). The PC/INP then, as one of the four major services
of the AFP had played an indispensable role in counter-insurgency until its
deactivation in 1991, with the passage of RA 6975, which resulted in the birth of
the PNP. RA 6975 further placed the PNP as the lead agency in the maintenance of
internal security although it took until 1995, for the PNP to fully assume its primary
role in internal security. However, when RA 8551 was passed into law in 1998,
internal security was once again given to the aegis of the AFP. Moreover, Executive
Order No. 110 issued on June 15, 1999 mandated the PNP to support the AFP in
ISO for the suppression of insurgency and other serious threats to national security.

The military and police counter-insurgency

campaigns and other complementing efforts by concerned civil government
agencies LGUs and NGOS, may be classified into three major operations or
activities, namely: (1) Internal Security Operations (ISO) by the AFP and the PNP to
provide security to the people and the government; (2) National Development
operations by the civil government agencies to address the root causes of
insurgency; and (3) Peace Process by the Office of the Presidential Assistant on the
Peace Process (OPAPP) to complement the overall government effort to attract
rebels back to the mainstream of society, in the spirit of equality, peace,
reconciliation and unification. Essentially, these three mutually complementing
efforts are the government’s three-pronged strategy in addressing the country’s
insurgency problem.

In line with the government’s three-pronged strategy in

addressing the insurgency problem, the PNP and the AFP have expanded their roles
and actively participated in the civil government’s development activities that strike
at the root causes of insurgency. As one recognized weakness of this undertaking is
the lack of coordination and unity of efforts among the military/police and civil
government agencies, thus the National Peace and Development Plan (NPDP) was
formulated.

Amidst these changes in the operational

environment, coupled with the recent political events in our country, the PNP has to
formulate and adopt a comprehensive plan that would define the general
guidelines/concepts of operations and tasks to be observed and followed by all PNP
units/offices in supporting the AFP in the suppression of insurgency and other
serious threats to national security in conjunction with the NPDP and Executive
Order No. 110.

2. Strategic Guidance

a. The National Peace and Development Plan

This Plan sets forth the government’s overall plan for addressing
insurgency. It recognizes insurgency as a multi-dimensional problem requiring a
holistic and collaborative response and involvement of all sectors of government
and of the citizenry. It prescribes the Clear – Hold – Consolidate – Develop (CHCD)
operational methodology and envisions to launch a concerted, integrated and
collaborative campaign to address insurgency and its root causes through the “left
– hand” and the “right – hand” responses. The “left – hand” response involves the
conduct of political and socio-economic reforms to address the root causes of
insurgency and win the hearts and minds of the people, while the “right –hand”
response involves the conduct of offensive operations that directly contribute to the
decisive defeat of the insurgents and the dismantling of their politico-military
infrastructures. These offensive operations include diplomatic, political, intelligence,
psychological and military offensive.

b. Strategy of "Total-Approach"

The National Peace and Development Plan has adopted the Strategy of
"Total Approach". Its holistic approach to effectively address armed conflicts in the
country consists of a security component, a political component and a socio-
economic component. The security component directly addresses violent conflicts,
the political component seeks to tap the full cooperation of local government units
and civil society to promote good governance and local peace initiatives, while the
socio-economic component focuses on ways and means to eradicate/alleviate
poverty.

c. AFP ISO Campaign Plan “BALANGAI”:

This is the implementation of the National Peace and Development

Plan and consistent with the National Strategy of “Total Approach” and the Clear –
Hold – Consolidate and Develop Methodology prescribed in the national plan. It
envisions the clearing of barangays one after the other by simultaneously and
decisively defeating CPP/NPA armed groups, dismantling LCM politico – military
infrastructures and more importantly Winning the Hearts and Minds of the People.
The SOT concept is applied in dismantling the politico – military structure of the
enemy and employs the TRIAD of intelligence, combat and psychological operations
as separate weapons system to decisively defeat its armed groups.

II COUNTER - INSURGENCY STRATEGY

A. C, PNP’s INTENT

I intend to have all the PNP Offices and units consistently and
vigorously perform our tasks as mandated by RA 8551 and further provided in EO
110. The Police Regional Police Offices and other tasked PNP Units shall be
employed accordingly to help support the AFP neutralize the LCM nationwide. This
way, the armed components, the infrastructures, and the political machinery of the
CPP/NPA/NDF will be dismantled by the government. I likewise intend to have the
organization help Local Government Units (LGUs) re-establish or strengthen
government authority and control over insurgency-affected barangays, and have
linkages with other security and development agencies and organizations to help
attain the aims of the National Peace and Development Plan of the government. In
so doing the PNP would be able to effectively implement and succeed in this
campaign plan as the PNP will be greatly involved in harnessing all government
resources in the fight against insurgency and its root causes.

B. OBJECTIVES

1. Broad Objective
 The PNP, in strengthening its participation and involvement in the
government’s peace and development machinery, and concurrent with its statutory
functions and mandate through Executive Order 110, shall support the AFP in ISO
for the suppression of insurgency and other serious threats to national security and
to perform its tasks in the National Peace and Development Plan.

2. Specific Objectives

a. To develop the capability of field units to fully

operationalize this ISO support plan for the government and the AFP in particular.

b. To support the AFP in the isolation of the underground

infrastructure and front organizations of the insurgents in the towns and cities from
the general population

c. To enhance intelligence activities against threat groups

d. To enhance the conduct of legal offensive against the

insurgents.

e. To support the governments’ National Peace and

Development Plan to include the Peace and Reconciliation plan.

C. CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS:

1. Strategic Concept

a. The PNP shall basically support the AFP’s ISO Campaign

Plan “Balangai” through the conduct of limited internal security operations,
sustained law enforcement and PCR activities, intensive information gathering and
the conduct of investigation and prosecution of ISO related cases.

b. The PNP campaign plan shall also follow the Clear-Hold-

Support operational methodology as herein indicated in support to the integration
efforts of the military and other civilian agencies of the government as envisioned
in the NPDP and the strategy of “Total Approach”.

 The CLEAR Stage shall involve the conduct of combat,

Intelligence and Psychological operations as separate weapons systems to directly
lead to the destruction of the insurgent armed groups. The end state of this phase
is dismantled LCM politico-military infrastructure in the affected barangays and the
decisive defeat of the main enemy armed groups in the targeted guerilla fronts.
The PNP will support the AFP who is primarily responsible for the Clear Stage.

 The HOLD Stage shall involve the utilization of the

territorial defense forces to limit the freedom of action and movement of the
CPP/NPA, limit its access to resources and reduce mass base support to the
CPP/NPA/NDF. This phase shall have the following end state. Integrated
Area/Community Public Safety Plan (IA/CPSP) is organized and established, in order
to protect the people, defend communities and secure vital assets and installations.
The PNP will be primarily responsible for the Hold Stage in areas which are turned
over to the PNP or where there are no AFP units assigned. However, other areas
especially in those areas where AFP units are present or where AFP supervises
CAFGU then the IA/CPSP is responsible.

 The SUPPORT Stage is a “work in progress:. It shall

involve police support to consolidation and development activities of other agencies
of government. The PNP within its capability shall play a supportive role in these
activities, including but not limited to the conduct of medical and dental civic action,
adult literacy programs and providing security in support and in coordination with
AFP to civil government agencies in their delivery of basic services in far-flung and
strife-torn area.

 The Consolidation Stage aims to strengthen

government control and authority in contested barangays and develop the
capability of local officials to effectively govern their barangays. This stage has the
following end-state;

1) Government authority and control in contested

areas reestablished or strengthened,

2) Government services delivered,

3) Counter-organizations further expanded and

consolidated, and

4) Mass support for the government is enhanced.

 The Development Stage has the following for its end

state:

1) Root causes of insurgency effectively addressed,

and

2)Political and socio-economic reforms planned at the

beginning of the campaign are sustained.

c. The overlapping and interrelated phases of this

methodology may be conducted simultaneously or sequentially depending on the
prevailing situation in the targeted area. The efforts of the PNP shall focus in
supporting the AFP on the Clearing and Holding phases, and within the local unit
capability they shall provide appropriate support to local government units and
other concerned agencies in the Consolidation and Development Phase.

d. The principle of integration of efforts shall be applied to

accomplish an ISO-related mission. This principal thrust requires the PNP, military
and the civil government agencies to work cohesively, and to unify efforts to ensure
a focused, effective and holistic approach in addressing insurgency. The role of the
police aside from supporting the AFP in neutralizing the insurgent politico-military
infrastructure is to help create a physically and psychologically secured
environment conducive for socio-economic development.

2. Operational Concept

a. The NHQ-PNP, through its directorial staff, shall supervise

and support the Police Regional Offices in implementing the strategic agenda and
operational concept of this counter-insurgency strategy. The PNP leadership,
through the NALEC, the NDCC and the NPOC, shall coordinate and cooperate with
other national government agencies in the realization of the intent of this counter-
insurgency strategy.

b. The Police Regional Offices, through the police

provincial/city offices and municipal/city police stations, RMGs and PMGs shall
implement their localized counter-insurgency plans based on this master plan. Their
plan shall be focused towards the implementation of localized activities to attain:
(1) development of the capabilities of fields units to support the AFP in the
resolution of ISO problem; (2) isolation of the underground infrastructure and front
organizations of insurgents in towns and cities from the general population; (3)
enhancement of intelligence activities against threat group; and (4) enhancement
of legal offensive against the insurgents.

c. The Special Action Force is designated as the reserve

mobile/strike unit of NHQ, PNP. It shall be deployed/committed to support the
police Regional offices as situation warrants and/or upon request.

d. The PNP National Support Units, through their

specialized operating units and various regional offices, shall assist/support the
local police units in the conduct of ISO related activities in accordance with their
mandated mission and functions.

e. Role of PNP and AFP on Enemy Affected Barangays

particularly in areas with guerilla fronts

Influenced Infiltrated Threatened

As shown in the above schematic diagram, the AFP takes

the primary responsibility in responding to affected areas, particularly in areas with
very active and active guerilla fronts. In these areas, the AFP will seek to
dismantle/neutralize the insurgent political and armed components by mobile
battalions of a tasked unit applying the Special Operations Team (SOT) concept and
the TRIAD concept of Intelligence. In built - up areas not affected by insurgency,
including cities and urban center, the PNP takes the lead role. It shall continue its
normal police functions, such as the enhancement of law enforcement activities,
maintenance of peace and order to ensure public safety intensified intelligence,
police community relation activities and other related police operations.

f. In areas where the AFP due to its limited resources,

cannot physically occupy or adequately secure an area, and where PNP units are
present or available, the PNP within its capability shall initially provide security in
the area until AFP reinforcements shall have arrived. However, in areas where there
is preponderance of AFP forces or where it is declared by MOA/policy that they are
the OPR, the PNP shall, through the conduct of limited combat support operations
assist the AFP mainly because the police personnel to be committed on this aspect
are the same personnel that are performing law enforcement functions.

On the ground, the Regional Directors, PDs

and Chiefs of Police are enjoined to enter into memorandum of understanding with
their AFP counterparts purposely to delineate and define their respective
responsibilities/tasks and command relationship based on their capabilities,
limitations and the prevailing threat situation and within the limits of the MOA set
by DILG/PNP and DND/AFP.

g. The PNP through the PROs, PPOs/CPOs and MPS shall

undertake the following specific activities during the Clearing and Holding
Phases of the operational Methodology:
 1) Operations – This shall focus on the following:
1.1) Conduct of population and resource
control/denial measures depending upon the prevailing situation and legal
consideration, such as but not limited to the establishment of checkpoints, and
roadblock; employment of overt and covert population surveillance; screening and
controlling of displaced persons in the affected areas.

1.2) Deployment of police visibility patrols in rear

areas to prevent the entry/incursion of the enemy in threatened/conflict areas.
1.3) Conduct of limited police operations such as
ambush, raid, clearing and other similar operations depending upon the capability
and limitation of forces and threat situation on the ground.

1.4) Implementation of the crime prevention and

suppression programs provided for in LOI Sandigan – Milenyo.

1.5) Intensification of the preventive and pro-

active measures and guidelines set forth in LOI AGAP dated October 16, 2000.
1.6) Provision of appropriate security measures to
government vital installations/facilities, defense of communities and protection of
the people from insurgent terroristic actions.

1.7) Conduct holding operations in areas cleared

by the AFP forces to protect the community from possible enemy depredations and
terroristic activities, with the support of CAFGUs, CVOs, and the local government
units upon request of, or in coordination with local AFP.

1.8) Operationalization of the Integrated Area

/Community Public Safety Plan (IA/SPSP) through close coordination with the Local
Government Units, Local Peace and Order Councils, Law Enforcement and Disaster
Coordinating Councils, in order that it shall appropriate serve as the unified and
integrated direction of the local public safety programs and create an active shield
against the problems associated with internal security.

1.9) Strengthen the various programs for public

safety and internal security

2) Intelligence Operations:

This shall focus on the following:

2.1) Conduct intensive and sustained intelligence

gathering to identify threat groups and monitor their movements, plans/activities
etc.

2.2) Conduct of special projects and case

operations to neutralize or negate insurgent leadership, logistics fund support,
plans and terroristic activities, safe houses and other support facilities.

2.3) Intensify counter intelligence operations to

detect and neutralize enemy infiltration, sabotage and subversion, in coordination
with the intelligence units of the AFP and other law enforcement agencies.
2.4) Enhance the mobilization and utilization of
the Barangay Information Nets (BINs)

3) Police Community Relations

This shall focus on the following:

 3.1) Conduct public information campaign that
would reduce the influence of the insurgent on the populace through the tri-media.
3.2) Implement measures to gain, preserve and
strengthen civilian support for the programs of the government in counter-
insurgency.

3.3) Support the comprehensive, integrated and

holistic peace process of the Government pursuant to Executive Order No. 3 issued
by President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo on February 28, 2001 (See Annex -- )

3.4) Maintain a databank of issues against the

insurgents and develop positive issues for the PNP and AFP for media exploitation.

3.5) Conduct civic action, information drives,

dialogues, livelihood projects, civil assistance and development, and other allied
PCR activities designed to win back the enemy mass base.

4) Legal Offensive Activities:

This shall involve the following:

4.1) Provide efficient and well-coordinated

investigation documentation and prosecution of all ISO related cases, in
coordination with the DND/AFP, DOJ and the Commission on Human Rights.

4.2) Sustain the filing of ISO related cases and

follow-up the prosecution of cases in court against the insurgents.

h. In the Consolidation and Development Phases, the

activities are as follows:

1) Assist the Local Government Units (LGUs) and

concerned civil government agencies in the strengthening and consolidating control
and authority over targeted barangays/areas pursuant to the strategic concept laid
down in the NPDP.

2) Provide/extend appropriate security coverage to

civil government agencies, local government units NGAs, NGOs and GO’s in the
delivery of basic services and development projects to the community during the
consolidation and development phases.

3) Participate in, and support the Local Chief

Executives (LCEs) in the selection process of the Civilian Volunteer Organizations
(Bantay Bayan/Kababayan).

4) Intensify intelligence gathering:

5) Ensure that the Integrated Area/Community Public

Safety Plan (IA/CPSP) is fully operationalize in coordination with the local
government units.

i. Counter-organization effort against insurgents/

secessionists above ground organizations.

Counter - organization such as the CVOs/Bantay

Bayan/Kababayan and CAFGUs are organized in barangays that have been de-
influenced or cleared from enemy control.
 The CAFGUs and CVOs/Bantay Bayan/Kababayan shall,
during the holding phase, augment the PNP for territorial defense in order to free
the AFP maneuver forces to go on all offensive. The CVOs shall help mobilize the
people to support the government, the police and the military against the
insurgents.

Another important element of counter organization is the

setting-up of people's organizations and cooperatives in the cleared barangays for
various livelihood projects and community - based reforestation (when
appropriate). The people's organizations (POs) and Cooperatives can also serve as
the nuclei for rural economic development and environmental protection to be
orchestrated by concerned government agencies under the baton of the governor or
Mayor.

j. Organization of CVOs for ISO Support

The CVO is an overt but unarmed component of the Local

Defense Organization. They are directly under the control and supervision of the
local chief executives who shall be assisted by the local police and/or military
elements in the community.

The PCR elements of PNP units/offices in collaboration

with the local officials, recruit volunteers to become members of the CVOs from all
sectors of society such as peasants, workers, students, professionals, businessman,
religious sectors, out of school youth and others.

The CVOs shall among others perform the following tasks

in support of the police and the military in the area:

1) Collect intelligence reports;

2) Conduct ronda and similar neighborhood watch
activities;
3) Assist in the dissemination of public information;
4) Assist in providing safety and security services in
cases of emergency;
5) Support and assist in the identification and
implementation of community development projects; and

6) Perform other related tasks.

k. Conduct of regular meetings of Coordinating Councils to

plan, monitor, supervise and revitalize ISO government efforts

Government fora such as the peace and order councils,

development councils and the disaster coordinating centers and area coordinating
centers are excellent venues or facilities through which various government
programs are discussed and facilitated.

Concerned PNP units are therefore directed to actively

participate in the activities of these bodies for the attainment of a revitalized
internal security support operations to the AFP and the government as a whole.

l. The operationalization of the DILG/PNP and

DND/AFP Joint IRR to EO 110

The core objective of the Joint IRR is to delineate the

roles and responsibilities of the PNP and AFP in the implementation of the
provisions of EO 110 in the areas of Operations, Intelligence, Police Community
Relations and Investigation of ISO related cases and other related activities.
Likewise, it set forth the concept in Internal Security Operations to be conducted
jointly by the AFP with the PNP in the support role in order to preserve the internal
security of the State against insurgents and other serious threats to national
security.

Relatedly, the Clear-Hold-Consolidate-Develop operational

methodology shall be applied to carry out the integrated and focused effort of the
military, police, the entire government machinery and the NGOs, GOs, POs in
addressing insurgency as outlined in the National Peace and Development Plan and
the Strategy of Total Approach. (See Annex- ): Schematic Diagram of the
Operational Methodology)

D. TASKS:

In furtherance of the intent and purpose of this Plan the following shall
also be undertaken by offices/units concerned:

1. NHQ PNP Directorial Staff

a. Directorate for Operations

1) Monitor the progress and development of this

campaign plan;

2) Coordinate/work closely with the Joint AFP-PNP

Secretariat on Internal Security Coordinating System (ISCS) for the continuous
evaluation and assessment of internal security condition of the country;

3) Prioritize the deployment of SAF operating units to

critical areas, especially when there are more critical areas than the available
operating units;

4) Monitor the operationalization of the Integrated

Area/Community Public Safety Plan;

5) Generate and maintain additional reserve elements

from available personnel at NHQ-PNP; and

6) Perform other tasks as directed.

b. Directorate for Police-Community Relations

1) Plan, develop and supervise the PCR activities of

tasked units;

2) Assist the PROs in the establishment of effective

inter-agency linkages with concerned government units and NGOs.

3) Develop and pursue PCR activity design to gain the

support and cooperation of the populace on the government; and

4) Perform other tasks as directed/requested.

c. Directorate for Personnel and Records Management

 1) Fill-up personnel strength of all mobile forces in
accordance with the staffing pattern;

2) Recommend the replacement and/or reshuffle of

field commanders when necessary;

3) Prioritize the distribution of recruitment quota to

areas where the AFP is not present.

4) Come-up with policies and guidelines on the

proper selection of key positions in insurgency affected areas; and

5) Perform other tasks as directed.

d. Directorate for Intelligence

1) Provide policy direction to PROs in their intelligence

efforts;

2) Intensify the conduct of intelligence and CI

operations in support of the AFP;

3) Provide timely and relevant intelligence and

estimates of the situation to all tasked units;

4) Assess continuously the intelligence priority

requirements; and
5) Perform other tasks as directed.

e. Directorate for Investigation and Detective

Management

1) Supervise the PROs in their investigation efforts

and in the service of warrants of arrest against DT personalities;

2) Monitor and follow-up the cases filed against the

insurgents in the proper court and/or at the Commission on Human Rights;

3) Supervise the PROs and other tasked PNP

units/offices in the implementation of the legal offensive; and

4) Perform other tasks as directed/requested.

f. Directorate for Logistics

1) Allocate and re-allocate vehicles, firearms and

communication facilities based on criticality of the area and threat situation;

2) Plan for and support the additional logistical

requirement of tasked units; and

3) Perform other tasks as directed/requested.

g. Directorate for Plans

1) Responsible in the re-organization of the Regional

and Provincial Mobile Groups in accordance with the staffing pattern; and

2) Perform other tasks as directed.

 h. Directorate for Comptrollership

Provide additional fund requirements of tasked

units.

i. Directorate for Human Resource and Doctrine

Development

1) Supervise and monitor the training activities

of tasked units;

2) Supervise the SCOUT Training of all mobile

forces; and

3) Direct and supervise the training to improve police

investigative techniques.

j. Directorate for Research and Development

1) Conduct continuous research on organizational and

individual equipment that may be appropriate for use in ISO; and

2) Conduct continuous evaluation on the existing

organizational and individual equipment for usefulness, serviceability and
applicability in ISO.

2. NSUs

a. PNP Special Action Group

1) Act as the primary mobile force of PNP;

2) Sustain training and retraining of personnel for ISO

to maintain the highest level of tactical proficiency; and

3) Perform other tasks on orders.

b. Aviation Security Group

1) Maintain and enhance the serviceability of primary

air assets;

2) Prioritize the allocation of flights for an efficient

delivery of air support to ISO;

3) Establish, maintain and improve air-to-ground

communications system; and

4) Conduct a sustained training on the operation and

deployment of air assets as a measure to maintain the highest level of air tactical
proficiency in support to ISO.

c. Maritime Group

1) Maintain and enhance the serviceability of primary

maritime assets;
 2) Prioritize the allocation of materials for an efficient
delivery of Maritime support to ISO;

3) Maintain and improve ship-to-ground

communications system;

4) Conduct a sustained training on the operation and

deployment of watercrafts; and

5) Perform other tasks on orders.

d. Police Community Relations Group

1) Assist PROs in the conduct of PCR and other PCR

operations in support to ISO;

2) Conduct civic action, information drives, dialogues

and counter propaganda using the print and broadcast media to discredit and
isolate the threat group politico-military hierarchy;

3) Conduct series of coordination with other

government agencies and NGOs for possible support in conjunction with the
implementation of this plan;

4) Assist PROs in the processing of the threat group’s

members who will avail of the amnesty and balik-baril programs; and

5) Perform other tasks on orders.

e. Intelligence Group

1) Intensify information gathering and intelligence

operations against CPP/NPA/NDF top leadership;

2) Provide timely intelligence information to tasked

units;

3) Perform other tasks on orders.

f. Criminal Investigation and Detection Group

1) Assist PRO’s in the case build-up and other

documentation against CPP/NPA/NDF personalities;

2) Provide investigation teams to other tasked units;

and

3) Perform other tasks on orders.

g. Police Security Protection Office

1) Sustain and enhance the security of embassies,

vital installation, and VIPs from atrocities; and

2) Perform other tasks on orders.

 h. Communications and Electronics Group

Provide additional communication requirements to tasked

units.

3. PROs 1-12, NCRPO, CAR, ARMM and CARAGA

The main implementors of this master plan , thus directed to

perform the following subject to the MOA with the AFP, PNP priority for Anti-crime,
available PNP resources, threat level and other local considerations:

a. Conduct limited internal security operations, gathering of

information and PCR activities in support to the AFP.

b. Re-deploy forces, firearms, vehicles and communication

equipment to address the enemy threat;

c. Determine own “force mix” in the deployment of forces

for ISO and law enforcement, giving more emphasis to the identified primary thrust
or local areas;

d. Coordinate closely with the AFP Area Commands within

respective AORs in the conduct of internal security operations;

e. Continue to conduct SCOUT Training until all personnel of

the mobile forces are trained;

f. See to it that all your lower offices have IA/CPSP’s and

COPS Plans and are fully implemented;

g. Strengthen the organization of COOPs and/or organize

new ones in cleared areas in respective AORs to bolster the existing IA/CPSP;

h. Prepare to conduct ISO in areas where no AFP are

present.

i. Coordinate closely with Peace and Order

Council/Development Coordinating Council (POCs/DCC) on other activities that
require the active participation of civilian agencies and the private sector;

j. Render quarterly report on the Internal Security Condition

(ISC) of provinces/municipalities within their respective jurisdiction; and

k. Perform other tasks on orders.

4. Other NSUs

a. Assist and support the ISO of PROs in conformity with

their respective area of interest or field of expertise; and

b. Continue to perform their respective missions.

E. COORDINATING INSTRUCTIONS
 1. Respect for human rights shall be paramount, and strict
adherence with the PNP Operational Procedure (Revised Rules of Engagement) shall
always be emphasized in all police operations.

2. All PNP units shall re-assess respective resources and

capabilities. All IMPLANS AND SOPs, shall be updated to conform with this master
plan.
3. Tasked units shall operate on the existing logistical and financial
allocations. NHQ-PNP shall provide additional logistical and financial support on a
case-to-case basis.

4. Maximum coordination with national government units, non-

government organizations and all sectors of the community, for the success of this
strategy, is authorized and highly encouraged.

5. In order to insure uniformity in adopting/implementing the

COPS and IA/CPSP concepts, all chiefs of police/police supervisors implementing
them must always be guided by the "Community-Oriented Policing System (COPS)
Manual for the PNP" issued thru NAPOLCOM Resolution Nr 2000-157 dated October
31, 200 and IA/CPSP guidelines and requirements.

6. This Master Plan shall supersede PNP LOI 41/96 CAMPAIGN

PLAN SANDUGO III (PNP Counter Insurgency Strategy). However, all applicable
issuances, MOUs/MOAs not in conflict with this Master Plan are still in effect.

7. All RDs, PROs and Dirs, NSUs shall submit IMPLANs to this Plan
and periodic reports on its implementation.

8. This Master Plan shall take effect upon approval.

LEANDRO R MENDOZA
Police Director General
Chief, PNP

ATTACHMENTS:

A. APPENDICES (OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES)

1. Strengthen the Advance Security Control Point (ASCP)

established at the respective area of responsibility in order to prevent police
stations/precincts from the attack of the Local Communist Terrorists (LCTs).

SOP # 1 – MEMO DIRECTIVE ON ADVANCE SECURITY CONTROL

POINT dated November 5, 1999.

2. Intensify legal offensive campaign particularly in the

documentation and filing of criminal charges against the DTs, including the service
of pending warrants of arrest.

SOP # 2 - MEMO DIRECTIVE RE NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF JASIG

DTD JUNE 7, 1999.

3. Enhance the coordination and cooperation between the AFP and

PNP in the conduct of intelligence and counter-intelligence operations on matters
involving suppression of insurgency and other serious threats to national security.
 SOP # 3 - MOA BY THE AFP AND PNP ON THE CONDUCT OF
INTELLIGENCE AND COUNTER-INTELLIGENCE OPERATIONS DTD FEBRUARY 19,
2001.

4. Strengthen linkages with NGOs, local and international law

enforcement organizations, the AFP, and Presidential Task Force and Centers as
venues for interagency and international cooperation and support.

SOP # 17 OF SANDIGAN - IMPLEMENTATION OF EO 829 AS

AMENDED BY EOs 41 AND 41-A (LECC)

SOP # 18 OF SANDIGAN - CAMPAIGN AGAINST TRANSNATIONAL

CRIMINAL SYNDICATES (PNP IMPLEMENTING PLAN TO EO 62)

5. Enhance community participation thru the Community-Oriented

Policing System (COPS)

SOP # 19 OF SANDIGAN - COMMUNITY-ORIENTED POLICING

SYSTEM (COPS) MANUAL

6. Operationalize the Integrated Area/Community Public Safety

Plan (IA/CPSP)

SOP # 20 OF SANDIGAN - IA/CPSP GUIDELINES

B: Definition of Terms

 Armed Conflict - refers to any conflict between

government forces and organized groups which involves the actual use of armed
force and which disrupts normal social, economic, political and cultural activities in
a specific geographical area.

 Centers of Gravity - Are the “source of strength and balance”;

that characteristic, capability or locality from wherein the enemy derives its
freedom of action, physical strength or the will to fight. It is the “hub of all power
and movement”. Its attack should be the focus of all operations. Centers of
gravity can change. A major shift in operational direction, the replacement of a key
enemy commander, the fielding of new units or weaponry can significantly shift
centers of gravity.

 Combat Operations - These shall mean offensive and

defensive operations such as attack, counter attack, bombing, artillery barrage and
other tactical actions involving the use of bigger, tactical forces, bigger caliber
weapons, better armored vehicles and both air and naval weapons systems.

 Community-Oriented Policing System (COPS) - an

integrated approach to the community’s public safety concern which is based on the
notion that the police can provide better services to the community through the
development of an effective partnership between and among them. Such
partnership must be based on trust and goodwill in order to facilitate voluntary
community support and cooperation to law enforcement/crime prevention and
control activities, thus enhance police effectiveness and efficiency, given the same
police resource.

 Counter Insurgency - These are the economic, socio-cultural,

political reforms and development including the military and police actions
undertaken by the Government in order to defeat insurgency.
  Counter Intelligence - An aspect of intelligence devoted to
offensive actions to destroy or neutralize the effectiveness of adverse intelligence
activities and to undertake defensive actions to protect information against
espionage, individuals against subversion and installations or material against
sabotage.

 Government Forces - refers to the Armed Forces of

the Philippines, the Philippine National Police and other armed groups supporting
the government forces.

 Information - Refers to unevaluated material of every

description including those derived from observations, communications, reports,
rumors, imagery and other sources from which intelligence is produced.

 Information Gathering - It is an activity aimed at identifying

the composition, organization and leadership, disposition, training, strategy and
tactics, logistics, combat effectiveness, plans and other related information about
the insurgents and other threat groups. It also includes the acquisition of other
related information/data that indirectly or directly relate to insurgency and other
serious threats to national security such as: data on criminal elements/groups that
can be exploited by or can sympathize with insurgents; results of security survey
and personnel security investigation; case build-up as part of legal offensive;
analysis/assessment of recovered subversive documents; and, data about the
terrain, weather and the people in certain areas.

 Insurgency - a condition of subversive political activity, civil

rebellion, revolt or insurrection against a duly constituted government or occupying
power, where irregular forces are formed and engaged in actions, which may
include guerilla warfare, that are designed to defy, weaken and/or overthrow the
government and occupying power.

 Integrated Area / Community Public Safety Plan

(IA/CPSP) – is the blue print for the protection of lives and properties in a given
locality. It is focused on total mobilization of all available resources and the
simultaneous conduct of complementary programs involving the civilian, police and
military components of the society. It has ten (10) areas of concern namely: crime
prevention, law-enforcement, prosecution, corrections, fire prevention and
suppression, counter-insurgency, environmental protection, health and sanitation,
civil defense and community development.

 Integrated Territorial Defense System (ITDS) - Is a

strategy of integrating the efforts of mobile, forces, territorial forces (AFP
designated territorial forces, CAA companies, PNP and local defense organization);
local government; local sectoral organizations (NGOs, POs) and the local populace
into an effective defense and security system that will secure and insulate the
locality from enemy influence incursion or re-entry.

 Intelligence - A meaningful statement or a product derived

from information which has been selected, recorded, evaluated, analyzed,
integrated and interpreted so that its immediate mandate or potential significance
to the development and execution of plans, policies and operation is made clear.

 Internal Security - refers to the wide range of measures taken

by the government to free and protect its society from subversion, lawlessness and
insurgency. It is established and maintained primarily to create an atmosphere of
relative peace and order under which national development could be achieved.

 Internal Security Operations – activities designed to

preserve internal security against insurgents, secessionists and terrorists. Among
others, it includes territorial defense operations, intelligence, combat, military and
police civil relations and psychological operations.

 Investigation - The process whereby the facts of the

commission of an offense, identity of the person/s responsible and the place of
commission of the offense, are known through examination of the crime scene,
interview, or questioning of the witnesses, the complainants or suspects, and other
pieces of evidence presented.

 National Development – refers to those actions taken by the

government to foster and strengthen its responsiveness and capabilities to meet
the needs of the society, and to promote the growth of a viable political, economic
and social institution that will insure freedom from conditions bearing potentials for
internal conflict.

 National Security - refers to the state or condition wherein

the people’s way of life and attitudes, their institutions, territorial integrity and
sovereignty, including their well-being, are protected, and enhanced. It is
synonymous with the protection of the political, economic, psycho-social, military,
geo-ecological and techno-scientific environment of the nation.

 Operational Control (OPCON) – Those functions of command

involving composition of subordinate forces, the assignment of tasks, the
designation of objectives and the authoritative direction necessary to accomplish
the mission. Operational control should be exercised by the use of the assigned
normal organizational units through their respective commanders or through the
commanders of subordinate forces established by the commander exercising
operational control. It does not include such matters as administration, discipline,
internal organization and unit training except when a subordinate commander
requests assistance.

 Order of Battle - is a document which reflects enemy

composition, disposition, strength, tactics, logistics, training, combat effectiveness,
miscellaneous data and personalities.

 Police Functions – These are the regular, customary or normal

duties and activities of the police in the performance of its mandate, as enumerated
in Section 24 of RA 6975 (DILG/PNP Law of 1990), as amended by RA 8551.

 Primary/Lead Role - As used herein, shall mean providing the

principal planning, direction, control and resources for internal security operations.
This shall also include the responsibility for preparing internal security assessment
and other related documents and reports unless specified by law or directed by
competent authority, as well as the establishment and administration of an
appropriate Rewards System.

 Support for Combat Operations – Assisting the lead agency

in internal security operations with personnel and material resources within the
capability of the PNP.

 Threats to National Security - these are dangers to the

components of National Security that could come from within or from without the
nation state. They may be political, economic, military, psycho-social, techno-
scientific and geo-ecological in nature including but not limited to
organized/syndicated crimes, terrorism, rebellion, coup d’etat and insurgency.

Annex - 2 OPERATIONAL METHODOLOGY

 CLEAR HOLD CONSOLIDATE DEVELOP

Activities

 Clearing of the  Re-establishment of  Strengthening  Full blast to

political Government control & of Gov't control economic
infrastructure thru authority in recovered and authority development
gradual areas  Sanctioning of &
construction  Organization of CVOs & pro-dissident environmental
(TRIAD Way) CAFGUs local officials protection
 Formation of People's  Expansion of  Field Officers
Organization (PO)/Coops POs/Coops (or of NGAs
conversion of work together
CAFGUS/CVOs under the
as such) baton of the
LCE
Orchestration of
development efforts
through COC, ROC,
etc.
Roles

DND/AFP- lead agency DILG/PNP - as lead agency DILG/PNP - prosecute DILG/PNP- as lead
w/support of DILG/PNP with support of DOJ & AFP dissident local officials agency

CDA/NAPC -
DOJ – legal offensive CAFGUs/CVOs - augment PNP livelihood projects NAPC - implement
field forces Social Reform
Agenda
DENR - reforestation
PIA - media offensive CVOs - mobilize popular projects Others - provide
support to Gov't and AFP support &
Others - support to cooperation per SRA
CDA/NAPC - organize livelihood convergence plan
Pos/Coops
LCEs - orchestration LCE - convergence
AFP - support agency of development efforts Leader

AFP - support agency AFP – support role

REFERENCES
a) Section 12 of Republic Act (RA) # 6975 as amended by Section
3 of RA # 8551

b) EO No. 309 concerning the Re-organization of the Peace and

Order Councils;

c) EO No. 319 concerning the Re-organization of the Local

Development Councils;

d) EO No. 113 concerning the National Reconciliation and

Development Program (NRDP);
 e) EO No. 1012 concerning the Local Integrated Security Defense
Plan;

f) Joint AFP-PNP SOPs relating the Counter-insurgency;

g) “Pro-Democracy PEOPLE’S WAR” Book, 1991; and

h) Executive Order (EO) # 110

i) AFP Campaign Plan 01/99 “BALANGAI”

j) EO 115, series ’99, - Localization of Peace Efforts;

k) National Peace and Development Plan dtd Jan 2000.

l) PNP COIN Master Plan (MP-01 SANDUGO)

m) MOA on Intelligence & Counter-Intelligence Opns dtd 19

February 2001

n) 2000 Revised Rules of Criminal Procedures

o) MOA on JSOP on ISO dtd 07 Jan 1999

p) MOA on Intelligence and Counter-Intelligence Operations dtd 19

February 2001

q) EO No. 3 dtd 28 February 2001

SANGYAMAN
(PNP’s MASTERPLAN TO HELP PROTECT AND PRESERVE
OUR ENVIRONMENT, CULTURAL PROPERTIES AND NATURAL RESOURCES)

I. INTRODUCTION

A. PURPOSE AND SCOPE

This master plan prescribes the guidelines to be followed by

tasked PNP Units/Offices in assisting lead government agencies in the enforcement
of laws over Philippine territorial waters, lakes, rivers, mountain ranges, forest, to
include laws and ordinances that have been set forth to preserve, protect and
enhance our environment and natural resources, in close coordination with the
Department of the Environment and Natural Resources, Department of Agriculture,
National Museum and other tasked government agencies and non-government
organizations.

B. SITUATION
 The Philippines is one of the countries in the world blessed with
significantly rich natural resources. In fact, almost all kinds of minerals, metals,
precious stones, animal species, plants, and trees can be found in this very unique
archipelago.

However, Filipinos and foreigners alike have exploited these resources,

and even worse, to the extent of over exploiting and destroying it. The most
affected are our marine, aquatic and forest resources. The continuing degradation
of our remaining natural resources has reached critical proportion due to illegal
destructive methods for business or personal motives. Further contributing to the
deterioration of our environment is the exacerbating pollution emanating from
vehicles brought about by the rapid urban growth and industrialization.

The following are the five (5) immediate concerns that should be addressed in order
to insure protections of the environment: Forest Protection; Protection of Fisheries;
Marine Life, and Aquatic Resources; Ensuring Clean and Safe Land, Air and Water;
Preservation of Endangered Species and Other Wild Life; and Protection of Cultural
Properties (Annex “B’ – Five Immediate Concerns).

II. DEFINITION OF TERMS

(See Annex “A”)

III. CPNP’s INTENT

It is the C,PNP’s intent for the PNP through its National Support Units (NSUs),
Police Regional Offices (PROs), Police Provincial Offices (PPOs), City and Police
Stations to assist concerned government agencies in protecting and conserving the
country’s natural and man-made resources, including its cultural sites and heritage.

Coordination may be undertaken with non-government organizations to

further improve the current status of the nation’s wildlife and other resources in the
preservation and protection of all of our country’s natural and man-made resources.

IV. OBJECTIVES:

A. BROAD OBJECTIVES

To protect, conserve and develop our environment and natural

resources, in coordination with and in direct support of all concerned government
agencies.

B. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES

Protect Lives -

People must learn to properly utilize and protect our environment,

cultural properties and natural resources. It is unfortunate for our country to have
experienced disasters that claimed thousands of lives which can be attributed to
peoples’ reckless and erroneous utilization of our natural resources. The disaster
that had happened in Ormoc is a clear picture of nature’s way of retaliating to
man’s irresponsiveness.

Enhance Public Safety -

 Public safety remains to be the top priority of the PNP. Destruction of
lives and property caused by continuous misuse, abuse, and malpractices of the
people on our natural resources must be fully stopped in order to protect these
resources and promote public safety. Hence, the PNP, being deputized to enforce
environmental laws, should relentlessly conduct operations that would effect the
arrest and conviction of violators and preempt the same from ensuing.

The PNP shall assist in the enforcement of environmental and cultural

properties laws in close coordination with tasked government agencies -
( See annex “B” - Summary of Pertinent Provisions of
Environmental, Cultural and Natural Resources Protection Laws )

4. Community Participation in the protection, conservation

and development of environment and natural resources.

Community participation is an indispensable element in the

protection, conservation and development of natural resources. The realization of
the vision to live in a community with vast source of natural resources and an
environment worthy of emulation will come about through the voluntary community
support and cooperation to environmental protection law enforcement, prevention
and control activities.

V. CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS

A. STRATEGIC CONCEPTS

1) Operationalization of the Integrated Area/Community

Public Safety Plan (IA/CPSP).

One of the areas of concern embodied in the IA/CPSP is

the protection of the environment and natural resources. As part of the strategic
concept, THE INTEGRATED AREA COMMUNITY PUBLIC SAFETY PLAN
(IA/CPSP) is the blueprint for the protection of lives and properties in a given
locality. The IA/CPSP concept requires the total mobilization of all available
resources and the simultaneous conduct of complementary programs that will
involve the civilian, police and military components of society.

The primary responsibility of the PNP is to assist the DENR,

National Museum, DA and other tasked government agencies in the conduct of anti-
crime operations implementing appropriate environmental, cultural and natural
resources protection laws.

2) The employment of both territorial Units/offices and

selected National Support Units (NSUs) in the conduct of an all-out and sustained
campaign to protect and preserve our environment, natural heritage and natural
resources should be executed in tandem with concerned government agencies.
Selected NSUs with suitable/relevant capabilities shall be task-organized to track
down crime groups involved in illegal activities that contribute to the degradation of
the environment and natural resources.

B. OPERATIONAL CONCEPTS

The NHQ-PNP, through its directorial staff, shall supervise and

support the Police Regional Offices and selected National Operational Support Units
in implementing the strategic agenda and operational concept of this master plan.
The PNP leadership, through the NALECC, RLECC and PROs, shall coordinate and
cooperate with other national government agencies in the realization of the mission
of this plan.
 The Police Regional Offices, through the police provincial/city
offices and municipal/city police stations shall select and organize capable and
dedicated PNP personnel to be utilized in police operations against violators of
environmental, cultural and natural resources protection laws. PNP personnel
selected for this purpose shall undergo training on environmental, cultural and
other related laws, to ensure their effectiveness in the conduct of operations.

In order for the operational concepts to become dynamic,

assessment on the operations conducted shall be made together with the
Department of Agriculture, National Museum and the Department of Environment
and Natural Resources counterpart, to determine its effectiveness; and further
recommend new approaches, manner of operations, adjustments on the
implementing plans, amendments to environmental laws, and other
recommendations that will assure the preservation of our natural resources.

C. TASKINGS

1. NHQ PNP -

a) DCO - Overall supervisor in the implementation of

this plan;

b) DO -

1) Designated as OPR; and

2) Perform other tasks as ordered.

c) DI

1) Provide intelligence and perform intelligence

operations/ support; and

2) Perform other tasks as ordered.

d) DPCR

1) Inform the public regarding the Command’s

effort in this undertaking;

2) Mobilize NGOs and GOs re enforcement of

laws on environmental protection and in raising public awareness on these matters.

3) Perform other tasks as ordered.

e) DPL -

1) Initiate at the national level the updating of

necessary agreements and/or joint undertakings with DENR, DA and other
government and non-government agencies concerned in this activity;

2) Initiate the deputation by concerned

government agency/s of all PNP personnel involved in this operation.

3) Perform other tasks as ordered.

 f) DHRDD –

1) Provide POIs for the training in coordination

with concerned agencies;

2) Provide training cadres/lecturers and

information materials in coordination with concerned agencies;

3) Monitor development/completion of training of

respective PNP personnel;

4) Perform other tasks as ordered.

g) DL -

1) Provide logistical requirements of tasked

units upon request and as needed; and

2) Perform other tasks as ordered.

h) DC -

1) Provide additional fund releases to PNP units

upon approval of C, PNP; and

2) Perform other tasks as ordered.

2. MARIGROUP

a) Conduct/assist in the enforcement of all fishery

laws, rules and regulations;

b) Conduct/assist in the examination of fish suspected

to have been caught by the use of explosives, prohibited fishing equipment, or
noxious or poisonous substances;

c) Conduct/assist in the apprehension, investigation

and filing of criminal and/or administrative bodies against violators of fishery laws,
rules and regulations;

d) Dispose confiscated fishes pursuant to Malacañang

Circular No. 130 dated September 26, 2000 and other related guidelines;

e) Take custody of impounded fishing boats including

fishing gears and other paraphernalia used in illegal fishing, when applicable,
pending the final resolution of the criminal/administrative case thereon;

f) Assist the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic

Resources on information dissemination against all forms of illegal fishing;

g) Ensure the attendance of apprehending officers and

fish examiners to court hearings; and

h) Submit reports on operations conducted and

accomplishments to DO.

i) Perform other tasks as ordered.

3. TMG -
 a) Conduct/assist in the enforcement of
environmental protection laws such as laws in smoke belching, waste dumping,
and other related ordinances;

b) Support the conduct of operation in coordination

with DENR and other government and non-government agencies concerned re
drive against vehicular air pollutants;

c) Support other PNP units in the apprehension of

persons transporting illegally gathered forest and marine products; and

d) Perform other tasks as ordered.

4. CIDG

a) Conduct operations to assist in the enforcement of

cultural heritage protection laws; and

b) Perform other tasks as ordered.

5. ASG

a) Conduct air patrol/reconnaissance operation within

capability in coordination with the government agencies concerned,
if necessary;

b) Undertake measures to prevent the smuggling of

protected species of Philippine flora and fauna, through airports, other exit points
and through air travel; and

c) Perform other tasks as ordered.

6. SAF -

a) Support other PNP units deputized to enforce

environmental laws;

b) Acts as the reserve force to be deployed anywhere,

on orders; and

c) Perform other tasks as ordered.

7. LSS

a) Logistical support shall be carried out through the

normal logistics procedures and channels except in cases requiring emergency
allocation; and

b) Perform other tasks as ordered.

8. Other National Support Units -

Support/Augment the operations of the Maritime Group,

Traffic Management Group, Aviation Security Group and Police Regional Offices.

9. All RDs, PROs 1 –13, CAR, ARMM, and NCR

 a) Train qualified PNP personnel to be utilized during
police operations for assisting in the enforcement of environmental laws and other
existing ordinances for the preservation and protection of natural resources,
cultural heritage and the environment;

b) Select and train qualified personnel on

environment, cultural heritage and natural resources protection in coordination
with DA, DENR, National Museum and other government and non-government
agencies concerned;

c) Conduct joint undertakings with concerned

agencies in the conduct of sustained cultural and resources protection operations.
Operations shall be assessed together with counterparts of concerned agencies to
determine future undertakings and possible courses of action;

d) Support, through local police units and other

mobile forces, localized police operations on the apprehensions of violators of
environmental protection laws; and

e) Perform other tasks as ordered.

IV. COORDINATING INSTRUCTIONS

a. Coordination and consultation with Peace and Order Councils,

NGOs, and other Civilian Organizations is highly encouraged.

b. Respect for human rights is of paramount importance in all

operations.

c. Adherence to rules of engagement is a must.

d. Selection, organization and training of personnel to be utilized in

police operations to help enforce environmental laws for the prevention and
preservation of natural resources and environment must be completed within one
(1) month upon receipt of this plan.

e. Confiscated/seized items shall be turned-over to government

agency concerned for proper disposition.

f. Investigation and filing of appropriate charge/s against the

apprehended person/s shall be the responsibility of the government agency
concerned.

g. RDs concerned shall submit to NHQ PNP (Attn: DHRDD) After

Training Report immediately upon completion of training.

h. Result and assessment of the first month of actual operations

must reach NHQPNP (Attn: DO) NLT 75 days upon receipt of this plan.

i. Lateral coordination is encouraged.

j. This master plan shall take effect upon approval and shall
supersede other instruction inconsistent with it.
 LEANDRO R MENDOZA
Police Director General
Chief, PNP

Copy furnished:
Command Group

Distribution:
D-Staff
All RDs, PROs
All Dirs, NSUs

ANNEXES:

A. Definition of Terms

B. Summary of Pertinent Provisions on Environmental, Cultural

Properties and Natural Resources Protection Laws

C. LOI 17/94 KALIKASAN (PNP’s Campaign Plan to Protect Our

Environment and Natural Resources)

D. LOI 28/96 NIYOG (PNP’s Campaign Plan to Protect the

Coconut Industry)

E. LOI 36/93 DUHAT (PNP’s Campaign Plan Against Illegal

Logging)

F. LOI 46/93 CHESA (PNP’s Campaign Plan Against the

Destruction of Marine Life)

G. Presidential Decree No. 705 (Revising P.D. No. 389 – The

Forestry Reform Code of the Philippines)

H. Republic Act No. 8550 (The Philippine Fisheries Code of

1998)

I. Republic Act No. 7942 (Philippine Mining Act of 1995)

J. Republic Act No. 9003 (Ecological Solid Waste Management Act

of 2000)

K. Republic Act No. 8749 ( Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999)

L. Presidential Decree 984 (Revising R.A. 3931 – Pollution Control

Law)

M. Republic Act No. 6969 (Toxic Substances and Hazardous and

Nuclear Wastes Control Act of 1990)

N. Republic Act No. 7586 (NIPAS ACT – An Act Providing for the
Establishment and Management of National
 Integrated Protected Areas System)

O. Republic Act 3547 of 1929 ( An Act Defining and Penalizing

Cruelty to Animals)

P. Commonwealth Act No. 73 of 1936 (An Act Prohibiting the

Hunting, Killing, Wounding, or Taking of the Tamaraw)

Q. Republic Act 3983 of 1932 (An Act for the Protection of Wild
Flowers and Plants)

R. Presidential Decree No.374 (Amending Certain Section of

R.A. 4846 – Cultural Properties Preservation and Protection Act)

ANNEX “A”

DEFINITION OF TERMS

a. Aquaculture - fishery operations involving all forms of raising

and culturing fish and other fishery species in fresh, brackish,
marine areas.
.
b. Air Pollutant - means any matter found in the atmosphere
other than oxygen, nitrogen, water vapor, carbon dioxide, and
the inert gases in their natural or normal concentrations, that is
detrimental to health or the environment, which includes but not
limited to smoke, dust, soot, cinders, fly ash, solid particles of
any kind, gases, fumes, chemical mists, steam and radio-active
substances.

c. Air Pollution - means any alteration of the physical, chemical

and biological properties of the atmospheric air, any discharge
thereto of any liquid, gaseous or solid substances that will or is
likely to create or to render the air resources of the country
harmful, detrimental, or injurious to public health, safety or
welfare or which will adversely affect their utilization for
domestic, commercial, industrial, agricultural, recreational, or
other legitimate purposes.

d. Aquatic Pollution - the introduction by human or machine,

directly or indirectly of substances or energy to the aquatic
environment which result or is likely to result in such deleterious
effects as to harm living and non-living aquatic resources, pose
potential and/or real hazard to human health, hindrance to
aquatic activities such as fishing and navigation, including
dumping/disposal of waste and other marine litters, discharge of
petroleum or residual products of petroleum or carbonaceous
materials/substances and other radioactive, noxious or harmful
liquid, gaseous or solid substances, from any water, land or air
transport or other human made structure. Deforestation,
unsound agricultural practices such as the use of banned
chemicals and excessive use of chemicals, intensive use of
artificial fish feed and wetland conversion, which cause similar
hazards and deleterious effects shall also constitute aquatic
pollution.
e. Aquatic Resources - includes fish, all other aquatic flora and
fauna and other living resources of the aquatic environment,
including but not limited to see corals.

f. Antiques - are cultural properties found locally which are one

hundred years or more of age or even less, but their production
having ceased, they have, therefore, become or are becoming
rare.

g. Artifacts - are articles which are products of human skills or

workmanship, especially in the simple product of primitive arts
or industry representing past eras or periods.

h. Artificial Reefs - any structure of natural or man-made

materials placed on a body of water to serve as shelter and
2habitat, source of food, breeding areas for fishery species, and
shoreline protection.

i. Catch Ceilings - refers to the annual catch limits allowed to be

taken, gathered or harvested from any fishing area in
consideration of the need to prevent over fishing and harmful
depletion of breeding stocks of aquatic organisms.

j. Chemical Substance - means any organic or inorganic

substance of a particular molecular identity including any
combination of such substances occurring in whole or in part as
a result of chemical reaction or occurring in nature.

k. Closed Season - the period during which the taking of the

specified fishery species by a specified fishing gear is prohibited
in a specified area or areas in Philippine waters.

l. Commercial Fishing - the taking of fishery species by passive

or active gear for trade business or profit beyond subsistence or
sports fishing.

m. Coral Reef - a natural aggregation of coral skeleton with or

without living coral polyps, occurring in intertidal and subtidal
marine waters.

n. Cultural Properties - are old buildings, monuments, shrines,

documents, and objects which may be classified as antiques,
relics, or artifacts, landmarks, anthropological and historical
sites, and specimens of natural history which are of cultural,
historical, anthropological, archaeological or scientific value and
significance to the nation historical objects and manuscripts;
household and agricultural implements, decorative articles or
personal adornment; works of art such as paintings, sculptures,
carvings, jewelry, music, architecture, sketches, drawings, or
illustrations in part or in whole; works of industrial and
commercial art such furniture, pottery, ceramics, wrought iron,
gold, bronze, silver, wood, or other heraldic items, metals,
coins, medals, badges, insignias, coat of arms, crests, flags,
arms and armor, vehicles or ships or boats in part or in whole.”

o. Ecosystem - means the ecological community considered

together with non-living factors and its environment as a unit.
p. Electro fishing - the use of electricity generated by batteries,
electric generators and other source of electric power to kill,
stupefy, disable or render unconscious fishery species, whether
or not the same are subsequently recovered.

q. Endangered, Rare, and/or Threatened Species - aquatic plants,

animals including some varieties of corals and sea shells in
danger of extinction as provided for in existing fishery laws,
rules and regulations.

r. Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC) - is the document

issued by the government agency concerned certifying that the
project under consideration will not bring about an unacceptable
–environmental impact and that the proponent has complied
with the requirements of the environmental impact statement
system.

s. Greenhouse Gases - means those gases that can potentially or

can reasonably be expected to induce global warming, which
includes carbon dioxide, methane, oxides of nitrogen,
chorofluorocarbons, and the like.

t. Fishery/Aquatic Products - include not only fin fish but also

mollusk, crustaceans, echinoderms, marine mammals and all
other species of aquatic flora and fauna and other products of
aquatic living resources in any form.

u. Fishing with Explosives - the use of the dynamite, other

explosives or other chemical compounds that contains
combustible elements or ingredients which upon ignition by
friction, concussion, percussion, or detonation of all or parts of
the compound will kill, stupefy, disable or render unconscious
any fishery species. It also refers to the use of any other
substance and/or device which causes an explosion that is
capable of producing the said harmful effects on any fishery
species and aquatic resources and capable of damaging and
altering the natural habitat.

v. Fishing With Noxious or poisonous Substances - the use of any

substance, plant extracts or juice thereof, sodium cyanide
and/or cyanide compounds or other chemicals either in raw or
processed form, harmful or harmless to human beings, which
will kill, stupefy, disable or render unconscious any fishery
species and aquatic resources and capable of damaging and
altering the natural habitat.

w. Forest Products - means timber, pulpwood, firewood, bark,

tree top, resin, gum, wood, oil, honey, beeswax, nipa, rattan, or
other forest growth such as grass, shrub, and flowering plant,
the associated water, fish, game, scenic, historical, recreational,
and geological resources in forest lands.

x. Hazardous Waste - are hereby defined as substances that are

without any safe commercial, industrial, agricultural or economic
usage and are shipped, transported or brought from the country
of origin for dumping or disposal into or in transit through any
part of the territory of the Philippines.
y. Historical Site - is any place, province, city, town, and/or
location and structure which has played a significant and
important role in the history of our country and nation. Such
significance and importance may be cultural, political,
sociological or historical.

z. Infectious Waste - means that portion of medical waste that

could transmit an infectious disease.

aa. Kaingin - refers to the shifting and/or permanent slash-and-

burn cultivation of forest land having little or no provision to
prevent soil erosion.

bb. Lake - an inland body of water, an expanded part of a river, a

reservoir formed by a dam or lake basin intermittently or
formerly covered by water.

cc. Minerals - refers to all naturally occurring inorganic substances

in solid, gas, liquid or any intermediate state excluding energy
materials such as coal, petroleum, natural gas, radioactive
materials, and geothermal energy.

dd. Muro-Ami - fishing method that requires diving and other

physical or mechanical acts to pound the coral reefs and other
habitat to entrap, gather or catch fish and other fishery species.

ee. National Cultural Treasure - is a unique object found locally,

possessing outstanding historical, cultural, artistic and/or
scientific value which is significant and important to this country
and nation.

ff. National Museum - referred to as the Museum, shall be the

agency of the government which shall implement the provision
of this act.

gg. National Park - refers to a forest reservation essentially of

natural wilderness character which has been withdrawn from
settlement, occupancy or any form of exploitation except with in
conformity with approved management plan and set aside as
such exclusively to conserve the area or preserve the scenery,
the natural and historic objects, wild animals and plants therein
and to provide enjoyment of these features in such areas.

hh. Non-Governmental Organization - an agency, institution,

foundation or a group of persons whose purpose is to assist
peoples organizations/associations in various ways including but
not limited to organizing, education, training, research, and/or
resource accessing.

ii. Nuclear Wastes - are hazardous wastes made radioactive by

exposure to the radiation incidental to the production or
utilization of nuclear fuels but does not include nuclear fuel, or
radioisotopes which have reached the final stage of fabrication
so as to be usable for any scientific, medical, agricultural,
commercial or industrial purpose.

jj. People’s Organization - a bonafide association of citizens with

demonstrated capacity to promote the public interest and with
identifiable leadership, membership and structure, its members
 belong to a sector/s voluntarily band themselves for their own
upliftment, development and greater good.

kk. Philippine Waters - include all bodies of water within the

Philippine territory such as lakes, rivers, streams, creeks,
brooks, ponds, swamps, lagoons, gulfs, bays and seas and other
bodies of water now existing in the provinces, cities,
municipalities and barangays and the waters around between
and connecting the islands of the archipelago regardless of their
breadth and dimensions, the territorial sea, the sea beds, the
insular shelves, and all other waters over which the Philippines
has sovereignty and jurisdiction including the 200-nautical
miles Exclusive Economic Zone and the continental shelf.

ll. Premium Hardwood - refers to narra, molave, dao, kamagong,

ipil, acacia, akle apawit, banuyo, batkuling, hetis, bolangeta,
taek, tindalo, and manggis

mm. Private Lands - refers to lands covered by either administrative

or judicial title or FREE PATENT, HOMESTED and SALES PATENT
and TORRENS TITLE obtained under the Land Registration Act
(Act No. 496, as amended). Realty Tax Declaration is not
acceptable proof of ownership (DENR Administrative Order No.
121, Series of 1989), also includes titled lands and alienable and
disposable lands with approved applications for homestead, free
and emancipation patents.

nn. Protected Area - refers to identified portions of land and water

set aside by reason of their unique physical and biological
significance, managed to enhance biological diversity and
protected against destructive human exploitation.

oo. Quarrying - a process of extracting materials such as marble,

basalt, andesite, conglomerate, tuff, adobe, granite, gabbro,
serpentine, inset filling materials, clay for ceramic tiles and
building bricks, pumice, perlite and other similar materials from
the ground. Also the process of extracting, removing and
disposing quarry resources found on or underneath the surface
of private or public lands.

pp. Relics - are cultural properties which, either as a whole or in

fragments, are left behind after the destruction or decay of the
rest of its parts and which are intimately associated with
important beliefs, practices, customs and traditions, periods and
personages.

qq. Selective Logging - is the systematic removal of the mature,

over mature and defective trees in such manner as to leave
adequate number and volume of healthy residual trees of the
desired species necessary to assure a future crop of timber, and
forest cover for the protection and conservation of soil, and
water.

rr. Special Private Land Timber Permit (SPLTP) - issued to land

owners themselves by the Secretary of DENR to cut, gather,
collect, or remove narra and other premium hardwood species
found in their private land (DENR Memo Circular No.22 Series of
1990).
 ss. Timber License Agreement (TLA) - These permits were issued
by the DENR, pursuant to P.D. 705 and the old constitution and
continue to be in full force and effect until their expiry dates
subject to the same term and conditions as originally granted
and approved unless Congress may provide otherwise (Sec 3,
Executive Order No. 278, Series of 1987).

tt. Timber Sharing Agreement (TPSA) - All licensed issued by the

DENR to utilize timber resources from forest areas, in lieu of
TLA, in compliance with Sec 2 Article XII of the New
Constitution as implemented under E.O. 278, series of 1987
(DENR Administrative Order No. 78, Series of 1990).

ANNEX “B”

FIVE (5) IMMEDIATE CONCERNS THAT SHOULD BE ADDRESSED FOR

THE PROTECTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT, CULTURAL PROPERTIES AND
NATURAL RESOURCES

1. FOREST PROTECTION
 Statistics from the Bureau of Forest Development (BFD) maintains that
11.1 million hectares of forest land are still covered with timber, satellite data and
surveys conducted by other quarters reveal a considerably smaller figure.
According to the Forestry Development Center of the University of the Philippines,
the remaining living forests may only cover an area of between 1.9 million and 2.4
million hectares. Similarly, the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization
(UN-FAO) predicted that the country may lose all its forests within 15 years if the
continued destruction is not averted.

Because deforestation’s manifold effects on the Philippines’ ecological

balance is already being strongly felt, particularly in the rural areas, the DENR
admits that available resources are not enough for conservation and reforestation
programs which require tremendous funding to achieve goals.

2. PROTECTION OF FISHERIES, MARINE LIFE AND

AQUATIC RESOURCES

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) claims its

inability to stop illegal fishing and harvesting of coral has been hampered by lack of
finance. The lack of public awareness and cooperation in matters dealing with
conservation is another stumbling block in efforts to save the country’s dwindling
natural resources.

Blast fishing and muro-ami operations have turned seabeds into

killing fields, as shown here in the Philippines. In a recent convention on
Conservation in the Pacific and Southeast Asia, convenors appeal for the protection
of the reefs.

Coral reefs are considered one of the most productive

ecosystems. Their direct relationship with fish production has long been
established: a healthy reef supports more fish. And in a country like the
Philippines, where a great percentage of the population depends on fishing as a
means of livelihood, the importance of coral reefs, cannot be underrated.
Already, fishermen have expressed concern over the dwindling
fish harvests. Yet, ironically, illegal methods of fishing used by fishermen
themselves have been responsible for some of the damage. They have used
dynamite, chemicals like sodium cyanide, bamboo poles and boulders to either stun
or scare the fish toward their nets. In the process, they have destroyed the coral
around which the fish hover.

3. ENSURING CLEAN AND SAFE LAND, AIR AND WATER

The continuous alteration of the physical, chemical, nuclear and

biological properties of any water, air and/or land resources of the Philippines, or
any discharge of any liquid, gaseous or solid wastes at will has created and
rendered harmful, detrimental or injurious effects to public health or welfare, and
further adversely affect their utilization for domestic, commercial, industrial,
agricultural, recreational or other legitimate purposes.

As progress was slowly felt, the attitude and mode of living of the
people changed. Those who lived near the river considered the river as an ideal
dumping place for their increasing garbage and other refuse. In addition, people
from other nearby towns, who did not have much regard for the river settled
nearby and ventured into piggery and poultry raising. They then turned the pristine
river into an instant sewer. Similarly, greedy businessmen thought the river was a
quarry and hauled tons of rocks, gravel, and sand.
 4. PRESERVATION OF ENDANGERED SPECIES AND
OTHER WILD LIFE

The profound impact of man’s activities on all components of the

natural environment particularly the effect of increasing population, resource
exploitation, industrial advancement and man’s ignorance have caused severe lost
to our animal and plant resources. Recent assessment on the quantity of the
varieties of terrestrial, wetland and marine species of both flora and fauna revealed
a very disturbing figures. Eighty nine percent (89%) of the 558 species of birds
nationwide are recognized as threatened species, likewise 44% threatened species
of mammals and 8 species of endangered reptiles. Similarly, plants in the vast
forest areas in the country are continuously experiencing destruction.

The depletion of wildlife resources is attributed to the following causes,

both direct and indirect: Habitat destruction; Hunting, poaching; Growing human
population and inappropriate practices; Lack of knowledge on the value of wildlife;
Natural calamities and Introduction of exotic species.

To this end, recognizing the critical importance of protecting and

maintaining the natural biological and physical diversities of the environment
notably on areas with biologically unique features to sustain human life and
development should be invoked to the people.

5. PROTECTION OF CULTURAL PROPERTIES

The Philippines has a unique and rich cultural heritage. Evidences of

this in the form of ancient churches, ancestral homes, natural and man-made
sceneries, and the treasures contained within them are spread out throughout the
islands. However, due to a lack of awareness and attention, many of these God-
made and man-made structures have fallen into disrepair. Because people have
not been properly educated, many historical landmarks are exploited and art
pieces are disposed of rather indiscriminately.

Today, the Philippines is experiencing a spiritual and cultural

renaissance. As we look to the promise of the future and strive to make a mark
globally, it is important that we first take stock and become aware of who we are as
a people. Art and culture is integral to the celebration and renewal of the spirit .
Writings, artworks, relics, and structural landmarks are tangible evidences of our
country’s past and of the way we live. They are the fingerprints of our nation’s
character.

In view of the above enumerated problems concerning the

environment and natural resources, it is the policy of the state to protect the people
by effectively enforcing environmental protection laws that would address these
problems.
 SANGBANAT
PNP’s MASTER PLAN ON CAMPAIGN AGAINST ILLEGAL DRUGS

I. BASIC PLAN

1. Purpose and Scope

This master plan sets forth the concept of operations,

operational guidelines and tasks of all PNP units/offices in the total fight against
illegal drugs; integrating/orchestrating the activities of all concerned National
Government Agencies (NGAs) in the conduct of anti-illegal drug campaign at the
national down to barangay levels.

2. Definition of Terms

( See Annex “1” )

3. Situation

a. Facts and Figures

The drug menace has grown to alarming proportion inspite of

prevention and suppression efforts by the PNP and other tasked government
agencies to combat it. Day by day we are shocked by crimes committed by those
high on illegal drugs. Narcotics makes possible the worst and most heinous crimes
in society. It distort reason, wreck values, and make monster of men. The number
one drug choice in the country is Methamphetamine hydrochloride or shabu,
followed closely by Marijuana due to its relatively low price and availability.
“ECSTACY” or MDMA is now being introduced in the market particularly in
nightclubs and discos.
Shabu finds its origin from China and its entry into the country
is facilitated by foreign and domestic-based syndicates using Hongkong and Taiwan
as the staging points. Smuggling activities are perpetrated via ocean-going
vessels from where multi-kilos of shabu are transferred ship-side to smaller sea
crafts which then unload the illegal drug to our shores. Interdiction records reveals
that human couriers are being utilized for both inbound and outbound shipments.
Mails and parcels are very popular for outbound shipments of small quantities of
drugs. On the other hand, marijuana producing areas in the country are located in
Northern Luzon and in Central Visayas.
Comparative statistics on the value of drugs seized for the past three
decades show a tremendous increase from P80 million pesos worth for the period
1972-1979 to more than P23 billion pesos for the period 1990-2000. Relatedly,
records show that, for the year 2000 alone, thirty six thousand seven hundred fifty
three (36,753) persons were arrested for involvement in drug related activities,
and correspondingly, a seizure of three billion nine hundred ninety four million two
hundred sixty four thousand four hundred eighty two pesos (P3,994,264,482.00)
worth of illegal drugs. Topping the list in terms of the volume of confiscated illegal
drugs is Methamphetamine hydrochloride (shabu) with a lion share of 85% of the
total value of seized drugs, marijuana with 14% and 1% for all the other types of
prohibited drugs.

b. Diagnosis of the Drug Menace

The motive of the drug lords, traffickers, pushers and their

cohorts in the illegal trade is profit. Today, even a simple and ordinary person have
entered into the drug trade simply because of its extensive return. The present
economic crises forced street level pushers to the retailing of prohibited drugs as a
means/source of livelihood. While on the other hand, many abusers use dangerous
drugs as a vehicle to escape the realities/ vagaries of poverty and its concomitant
problems.

Relatedly, lack of knowledge/information, loss of family values

and other aspects of prohibited drugs caused many others to fall into the trap.

II. OBJECTIVES

A. National Objectives

1. To reduce to zero or at least

minimize the Profits derived from illicit drug activities thru supply Reduction and
Demand Reduction, in order to fulfill the Freedom fro Fear for our people;

2. To address and eradicate or alleviate the Breeding Grounds/risk

factors in the environment/social mileu that abet/exacerbate the drug problem, in
order to fulfill the Freedom from Want for our people and thereby preempt them
from committing or becoming victims of drug-related crimes; and

3. To motivationally enlighten, empower and mobilize the people to

participate in and support the Criminal Justice System and Government machinery
in attaining the two aforementioned objectives, so that Participatory Democracy
shall be institutionalized in our society.

B. Broad Objective
 The PNP conducts an all-out and sustained anti-narcotics
campaign to neutralize drug personalities from street-level pushers to big time drug
lords, smugglers and syndicates; investigate and prosecute drug offenders;
provide for the treatment and rehabilitation of drug dependents; and empower the
barangay as self-policing entities against the drug menace.

C. Specific Objectives

1. Supply Reduction - Arrest of drug personalities and seizure of

illegal drugs through intensified police operations.
2. Demand Reduction - Implementation of preventive education
and public information campaigns to increase awareness of the ill effects of
prohibited drugs. This also includes treatment and rehabilitation of drug
dependents.
3. Inter-Agency Cooperation - Promote anti-drug related activities
among tasked government agencies in close coordination with the NDLEPCC, being
mandated to orchestrate and consolidate the drug enforcement and prevention
efforts of National Government Agencies, Local Government Units and Non-
Government Organizations.

4. Community Participation - undertaking the 3 Core

Components of Community Oriented Policing System (COPS) namely Full Service
Policing (FSP), Problem Solving (PS) and Community Partnership (CP). Generate
support, active participation and cooperation of NGOs, CVOs, other civilian
organization in the community, including the formation of civilian organizations.
5. International Cooperation - to run after the transnational
drugs syndicates; and plug/minimize the drug traffic to and from the Philippines.
Exchange of information and relevant technologies that could be used in the Anti-
Drugs Campaign could also be accessed through this pillar. The PCTC, INTERPOL,
ASEANAPOL, Defense/Military and Police attaches, embassies, consulates,
international NGOs, like the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) and
the like are the avenues through which international cooperation could be tapped
against transnational syndicates and sources of drugs. This new pillar is but a
natural consequence of the “globalization of the world into a village”.

III. CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS

A. STRATEGIC CONCEPTS

It is a three-pronged strategy, each prong assigned to overcome its

targeted obstacle and accomplish its allocated objective.

1st Prong: Supply/Demand Reduction Campaign

It consist of Production, Processing, Trafficking, Financing, Retailing

and Consumption prevention/control measures to reduce profit to zero and thereby
accomplish the first national objective.

2nd Prong: Development/Reform Package of Programs (Drug

Preemption Campaign)

It encompasses Education, Good Government,

Development/Industrialization, Moral/Values/Spiritual Formation and Legal Reform
Programs to address/solve the risk factors/deficiencies in the environment and
thereby attains the second national objective.
 3rd Prong: People Empowerment Campaign

Its components include Propaganda, Organizational, Political,

Enforcement and Ideological Drives to catalyze into action the people and eliminate
the crisis of citizenship, and thereby realize the third national objective. (Please
see Annex “L”). The operational methodology for People Empowerment consists of
Motivational enlightenment Organization and Mobilization (Annex “M”). The
ultimate goal is to be able to mobilize People Power against the drug menace
nationwide, as envisioned in Annex “N”.

B. OPERATIONAL CONCEPTS

The above-strategic concept shall be operationalized by the PNP

through the execution of the following Concept of Operations:

1. Supply Reduction Drive (SRD)

a. Activities to be undertaken by the PNP

The PNP shall endeavor to reduce the supply side/segment of

illegal drugs to the barest minimum level possible. This is to simultaneously drive
the prices of drugs skyrocketing high and create acute shortage of the contraband
to deathknell level. The PNP shall bring this about by doing the following:

1) Production Control Measures

a) Crop eradication operations (manual and

aerial);
b) Confiscation/forfeiture of plantation lands;
c) Investigation and prosecution of owners,
planters, guards, etc.;
d) Interdiction operations to stop diversion of
licit production by land, sea and air, including importation/smuggling; and
e) Others.

2). Processing Control Measures

a) Search and destroy operations to neutralize

secret laboratories;
b) Strict enforcement of regulations and close
monitoring of processing chemicals and refining supplies to minimize diversion of
licit precursor chemicals;
c) Investigation and prosecution of owners,
workers, suppliers, buyers, guards, etc, involved in illegal drug trade; and
d) Others.

3) Trafficking Control Measures

a) Strict Customs operations to intercept drug

shipments;
b) Border and coastal patrol operations;
c) Airport security to prevent pilferage/
landing;
d) Search and seizure operations, especially
with the use of X-Ray machines, K-9 and the like;
e) Bilateral and Multilateral cooperation;
f) Investigation and prosecution of traffickers,
couriers and cohorts; and
g) Others.
 4) Financing Control Measures

a) International/bilateral cooperation to
identify, investigate and institute forfeiture proceedings against money laundering
activities of drug financiers;
b) Investigation and prosecution of DSH such
as drug lords and financiers for tax evasion; and
c) Others.

5). Retailing/Pushing Control Measures

a) Buy-bust operations;
b) Patrol/Police visibility operations;
c) Check Point operations;
d) Saturation Drives;
e) Raids of drug dens;
f) Arrest, investigation and prosecution of
pushers, as may be warranted;
g) Police-Community Cooperation; and
h) Others.

b. Regional Anti-Illegal Drugs Task Forces

(RAIDTAFs) and their Anti-Drug Syndicates and Supply Reduction Drive
(SRD) Operations.

RAIDTAFs operations shall focus on the neutralization of the

masterminds, drug lords, traffickers, top cohorts from the
Police/Military/Government and others including the pushers of the different drug
syndicates in their respective regions. On the other hand, their Supply Reduction
Drive operations shall dismantle and stop the supply segment of the drug chain
above including retailing.

Anti-Syndicated and Supply Reduction Operations shall be

conducted in three (3) phases, as follows:

Phase I - Surveillance/Case build Up - This will include the

review/updating of intelligence files, identification/listing of target personalities and
instrumentalities/locations/etc; building up of the potential case to be filed later by
listing possible witnesses, scanning for pieces of evidence, etc; and the like. These
will be done primarily by joint forces of NG, CIDG, IG, TMG and concerned PROs.

Phase II - Negation Phase - This will be executed by Sub-

Phases; namely: Preparatory, Proper and Post-Negation. In the Pre-Negation Sub-
Phase, coordination/”test buys”/ application for warrants/ organization and
equipage of operating team/s mission briefing-orientation/etc shall be undertaken.
In the Negation Proper Sub-Phase, the operation/raid is conducted/SOCO-evidence
gathering/collection-proper handling of evidence/secure presence of Brgy
Officials/secure witnesses/arrest and TI of suspects/etc shall be conducted. In the
Post-Negation Phase, getting result of lab test/debriefing/preparation and filing of
report/accounting of seized evidence/etc shall be done.

Phase III - Legal Offensive Phase - It shall include the

preparation and filing of criminal charges, confiscation/forfeiture procedure,
pursuing tax evasion cases, providing protection to witnesses, preservation of and
accountability for evidence, maximum security to prevent escape of drug suspects,
case tracking and follow-up, prosecution activities and the like; until the case is
resolved/decided by the courts. The goal here is to assure the conviction and
secure the maximum penalty, preferably death, for the personalities involved in
drugs. This phase shall be done primarily by the PROs/PPOs/CPOs/Pol Stations
concerned, so as not to tie down/over burden the RAIDTAFs and for continuity in
the prosecution of cases.

c. PROs and Other Regional NSUs and Their Anti-

Pushers/Users, SRD, and BANAT Operations

1) Anti-Pushers/Users Operations

The Anti-Pushers/Users Operations such as the conduct of

buy-bust, raids of drug dens, arrest of those engaged in pot sessions and the like
shall be retained and conducted by the PROs through their respective
PPOs/CPOs/Police Stations/Precincts and Mobile Groups. With the help and support
of NGAs, LGUs and NGOs, PROs/PPOs/CPOs/PSs/PPs shall also address the root
causes/breeding grounds that prompted them to be pushers/users such as
undertaking livelihood projects and/or treatment and rehabilitation.

(NOTE: Anti-Pushers/users and DRD Operations shall be done

by the PROs through their respective PPOs/CPOs/PSs/PPs as part of their COPS
implementation in their respective AORs; that is, FSP, PS and CP
operations/activities.)

2) BANAT Operations

To disinfect/clear and empower drug-affected barangays to

become self-policing communities and eventually turnedover to barangay officials,
BANAT Operations shall be conducted thereat. For this purpose, all barangays shall
be assessed by the Intelligence Community with the help of Barangay Officials, and
categorized according to the degrees of drug affectation. The categorization shall
be as follows:

Target priority 1-Category 1 - Seriously affected- when 2.5% or more

of the local population are drug dependents and/or
existence of pushers/drug traffickers, drug
syndicates and/or MJ plantation within the
barangay.

Target Priority 2-Category 2 - Less Seriously affected - when 1.0% to

2.49% of the local residents are drug dependents.

Target Priority 3 -Category 3- Threatened to be affected-when

less than 1% of the populace are drug
dependents.

Target Priority4 - Category 4- Unaffected – when there are no

pushers and users.

Parameters to be considered in this categorization should be:

a) Number of users and pushers

b) Presence of protectors/coddlers, syndicates
c) No of Drug related cases
d) Number of users and pushers apprehended and number
of those who voluntarily surrendered for rehabilitation.

BANAT OPERATIONS in drug-affected baragays shall be conducted by the

following outfits:
 a) Clearing of drug-affected barangay of narcotics abusers and
traffickers, and empower the barangay folks to become a self-policing community
against the drug menace.

b) The PNP field units with the cooperation of the different

NGAs, LGUs and/or NGOs, shall address the rootcauses/Breeding Grounds that
prompted pushers and abusers to indulge in drugs through development-oriented
package of projects and activities.

The process of disinfecting and empowering a target barangay shall

entail several operations and activities to be executed by phases.

Phase I - Social Investigation and Planning- It shall include

intelligence gathering about drug syndicates, pushers and users; baseline and social
research to know the socio-economic root-causes of drug trafficking and addiction;
operations and development planning; etc.

Phase II - Neutralization - At this stage, appropriate police operations

by PNP line units shall be conducted to arrest drug personalities, their
goons/henchmen, pushers, etc. The objective is to remove the atmosphere of fear
in the community.

Phase III - Field Units shall undertake the application of Scanning-

Analysis-Response - Analysis (SARA) problem-solving methodology designed to
identify/locate who/what are the persons/entities that can be tapped as "Guardians"
to counter the drug menace in the barangay. These Guardians shall be organized
and mobilized to form a link against the drug menace.

Phase IV- This shall involve the implementation of development projects

designed to address/alleviate the rootcauses; such as provide alternative livelihood
for the pushers, worthwhile alternatives and rehabilitation for the drug dependents;
and the like.

Phase V- Barangay Empowerment - Field Units shall jointly empower

the barangy folks against the drug menace by organizing BINs, conducting rondas,
educating the local folks about the ill effect of drugs, implementing operation
"Private Eye", etc. This will continue until the barangy is completely rid of pushers,
ushers and drug personalities.

Phase VI- Self-Policing Community - The barangay shall be declared

drug-free once the set of criteria are met. This will be culminated with the signing
of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Brgy Chairman and the
PNP PD/CD/COP in the presence of LGUs, NGOs, and other civic groups.

3) Counterintelligence

Counterintelligence shall be intensified and sustained by IG and

Intelligence personnel of RAIDTAFs and PROs/PPOs/CPOs/Police Stations/Precincts
with the support of PTFIC, NBI, NICA and AFP to identify and weed out the police,
military, and other government personnel who are involved in Dangerous Drugs.
The immediate superior of such misfits/scalawags shall be held accountable under
the Doctrine of Command Responsibility. There shall be strict screening (including
drug test), close surveillance and supervision of police/military/government
personnel who are tapped for anti-drug efforts.

4) Operation "Private Eye"

To enhance the Intelligence and Counterintelligence efforts of

the Anti-Narcotics Campaign, People's Power shall be harnessed through the
implementation of operation "Private Eye" by all RAIDTAFs and PROs. The citizenry
shall serve as the "eye and ears" of the police by collecting and
reporting/submitting information/leads/evidence against drug personalities, drug
chain instrumentality and activities, and their cohorts in the
police/military/government. Monetary and other incentives shall be offered and
given to anyone who could so provide such info/leads/evidence that shall lead to
the arrest of drug elements (with or without warant of arrest) who could be caught
flagrante delicto (doctrine of citizen 's arrest situations) and/or location of illegal
drug Instrumentalities such as MJ plantations. The amount of reward/incentive
shall be commensurate to the gravity of the crime/notoriety of the suspect/etc;
and the schedule of rewards/incentives widely disseminated. The identity of the
"Private eye/ear" shall remain anonymous and special payment scheme shall be
devised and implemented to preserve same. In case it is compromised, security
and assistance shall be provided to him/her; including availment of the Witness
Protection Program, if qualified.

5) Operational Guidelines

i) RAIDTAFs and PNP Units shall pursue aggressively the

arrest, prosecution and conviction of suspects and dismantling of their drug chain
instrumentalities such as MJ plantations, laboratories, support system, etc.

ii) RAIDTAFs and PNP Regular Units shall conduct

coordinated operation with each other, other law enforcement agencies, other
pillars of the CJS, with support/assistance of the AFP, PTFIC, and NBI. For this
purpose, the Law Enforcement Coordinating Committees (LECCs) and Peace and
Order Councils (POCs at various levels shall be tapped for this purpose.

iii) All RAIDTAFs Commanders and RDs, PROs shall be

evaluated/rated and held accountable for the performance of their respective units
as well as the involvement of their personnel in illegal drug activities. For this
purpose, the following are the performance indicators/parameters:

- Arrest, prosecution and conviction of drug personalities

- Neutralization of Drug Syndicates and dismantling of

illegal drug instrumentalities.

- No. of cases filed in court and conviction rate.

- No. of police/military/government personnel

investigated/prosecuted for involvement in drugs/drug
chain activities.

- No. of Barangays cleared/empowered/self-policing

- No of pushers and users rehabilitated.

2. Demand Reduction Drive (DRD)

Demand Reduction Drive Operations(DRD) - These

will be undertaken through Primary, Secondary and/or Tertiary Prevention
Approaches. Tertiary Prevention Approaches which shall be
coordinated/initiated/pump-primed and/or carried out by
PROs/PPOs/CPOs/PSs/PPs, as the case maybe. These will be done with the support
of other NSUs Regional Offices such as Police Community Relations Group (PCRG),
Health Service (HS), Logistics Support Service (LSS), etc, as appropriate. The
NGAs, LGUs, and NGOs shall likewise be catalyzed, organized and/or mobilized to
help in this effort.

The PNP, in collaboration with all other government tasked

units, shall exert all-out and sustained efforts to reduce, if not eradicate, the
demand side/segment of illegal drugs. The NGAs, LGUs, NGOs, and the Private
Sector/Civil Society shall be harnessed in multi-agency/sectoral efforts and
cooperation to address the rootcauses giving rise to and abetting the drug menace,
especially the drug dependents and pushers. The effective implementation of the
Community Oriented Policing System (COPS) and the Integrated Area Community
Public Safety Plan (IA/CPSP), is the key to achieve the goal of reducing the
demand side level of the drug menace.

The approaches to zero in to this side of the campaign with their

respective target groups are as follows:

a) Primary Prevention Approach for Non-Users

Primary prevention attempts to discourage the initiation

of drug use, especially by children and adolescents. It tries to keep them from
“falling into the drug river”. A sequence of mutually reinforcing measures is
encompassed by primary prevention. The measures and their respective activities
are the following:

1) Public Awareness
 Public service announcements
 Advertisements
 Press conferences
 Press materials
 Public forums

2) Public Education
 In-depth coverage on TV and radio
 Newspaper features
 Parent mobilization and education
 School curricula
 Symposia for key influencers like parents,
teachers, etc.

3) Attitude and Behavioral Change/ Reinforcement

 Parenting skills training
 Peer counseling
 Resistance skills training
 Alternatives to drug abuse

4) Social/Public Action
 Neighborhood improvement
 School renovation
 Job creation
 Drug-free zones
 Police patrol and protection

b) Secondary Prevention Approach for “Experimenters” and

Casual Drug Users

Secondary prevention (intervention) discourages the

escalation of drug consumption by occasional or experimental users and encourages
them to return to non-use. It tries to get them “out of the drug river” before too
much damage is done -- and then keep them out. In addition to the measures
listed under primary prevention, casual users may need direct, one-on-one
assistance, including identification and referral services and short-term counseling.
Increased attention is being given to women of childbearing age who may put their
unborn children at risk not only of fetal drug effects, but also of AIDS. Successful
intervention reduces the prevalence of drug abuse.

The measures and their respective activities are as

follows:
1) Outreach Identification and Referral
 Community-based information and
referral networks
 Employee assistance programs
 Drug-related arrests
 Emergency rooms
 Health clinics
 Social service agencies

2) Intervention
 Hotlines
 Crisis counseling
 Short-term counseling
 Emergency rooms
 Health clinics

c) Tertiary Preventive Approach for Addicts and Recovering

Persons

Tertiary prevention provides treatment and aftercare to

help people get off and stay off drugs. It tries to save the casualties of drug use, to
revive them, then help them stay “out of the drug river”. Addicted and recovering
people may profit from the kinds of measures listed under primary and secondary
prevention, but typically will also need intense and extended one-on-one services
as well as long-term support. Both the AIDS epidemic and the mounting numbers of
children suffering from in utero drug exposure call for intensified prevention
activities at the tertiary stage. Successful treatment and aftercare reduces the
prevalence of drug abuse.

The measures and their respective activities are listed

hereunder:

1) Detoxification
 Inpatient
 Outpatient
 “Social” detox

2) Chemically Assisted or Drug-Free

 Outpatient
 Inpatient
 Short-term residential
 Long-term residential

3) Relapse Resistance
 Halfway houses
 Aftercare programs
 Support groups (e.g. Alcoholics) Anonymous and
Narcotics Anonymous)

It is most important to emphasize that a single approach can never do

the full prevention job. The goal is to combine selected approaches in the most
powerful sequence possible; to address as many risk groups as the prevention
budget will allow; to include a range of key setting in the program; and to engage
powerful influencers from all segments in these effort.

3. International Cooperation (IC )

There is an overwhelming evidence that production, trafficking, and

consumption of narcotics and psychotropic drugs has already reached global scale,
with far reaching consequences for the international community. The illicit drug
trade has been fueled by its tremendous profitability, thus, it has evolved from a
complex and sophisticated trade into a commercial industry and has surpassed the
expectations and predictions of many government worldwide, with some serious
implications for the future. The key factor influencing the production of illicit drugs
is the rise in global consumption.

Aware of the magnitude of the problem, the United Nations through its
instrumentality, the UN International Drug Control Program and the various
conventions passed in recent years, had endeavored to secure commitments among
the parties-signatories as well as intergovernmental and international organizations,
the important role of the suppressing the growing global drug abuse problem. In
response to the challenge, the UNDCP has sought to focus attention on the
underlying linkages between the illicit drug phenomenon and other threats facing
the international community through the development of a multidimensional global
efforts to reverse drug related trends before they acquired serious dimensions.

The government of the republic of the Philippines is a signatory to

three international drug control conventions: The Single Convention on Narcotic
Drugs of 1961 as amended by the 1972 Protocol. The Convention on Psychotropic
Substances of 1971 and the United Nations Convention against Illicit Traffic in
Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances of 1988; and the Political Declaration
of the Special Session of the General Assembly Devoted to Countering the World
Drug Problem Together held in New York on June 8-10, 1998.

The country does reaffirms its commitment to overcome the drug

problem through domestic and international strategies to reduce both the illicit
supply and demand for drugs. It further recognizes that the action against the
problem of drugs is a common and shared responsibility of all States that must be
addressed in a multilateral setting.

The concern of the international community on the gravity of the drug

problem is reflected in the more familiar environment of Philippine drug
enforcement and prevention. Today’s drug syndicates are immensely improved
versions of gangs of the past. They have the resources and financial capability to
recruit experts in fields relevant to the trade. They can form armies and influence
governments.

The complexity and size of the international drug trade, punctuated by

the ability of the traffickers to redirect operations from country to country,
necessitates an equally sophisticated response and cooperation by the governments
in fulfillment of public safety concern as well as their obligations under the UN
conventions aimed at fighting trafficking and drug abuse on the global dimension.
To this end, the I.C.P.O. – Interpol remains as an institutional mechanism for
international police cooperation. As an intergovernmental organization with special
arrangements with the UN, it has a total membership of 169 countries, of which 28
are in the Asia-Pacific region to serve as a focal point of cooperation. The National
Central Bureaus (NCBs) conduct police actions oriented work within the limits set
by their national legislative and administrative system.
 The strategy, therefore, towards a worldwide fight against dangerous
drugs, is to forge bilateral and multilateral relationships/agreements between
nations (through the Department of Foreign Affairs or through the National Drug
Law Enforcement and Prevention Coordinating Center) to solidify international
cooperation in chemical control and prevention of drug trafficking.

C. TASKINGS:

1) NHQ, PNP

A) DCO - overall supervisor/orchestrator

B) DI -

a) Furnish an updated drug watchlist on Illegal

Drugs to all tasked units;

b) Provide timely intelligence and counter-ntelligence

informations/supports needed in the implementation of
this plan;

c) Continous updating of the illegal drugs situation;

d) Intensify information collection efforts to identify the

users/abusers,
pushers/supplers/syndicates/traffickers/financiers, drug
coddlers/protectors, drug dens/lairs and outlets,
plantation/laboratory, drug network, their support
systems and their modus operandi;

e) Assess the effort of all tasked units;

f) Assist NARG/DPL in liaisoning with other national and

international organizations and police attaches; and

g) Perform other tasks on order.

C) DO-

a) OPR in the conduct of this plan;

b) Monitor the implementation of this plan;

c) Assess the operational accomplishments and

effors of all tasked units; and

d) Perform other tasks on order.

D) DL-

a) Provide the necessary logistical support needed

in the implementation of this plan; and

b) Perform other tasks on order.

E) DC-
 a) Allocate necessary fund support in the
implementation of this plan;

b) Perform other tasks on order.

F) DIDM-

a) Assist the operating units in the conduct of SOCO

investigation, documentation of arrested persons and
seized documents and in the filing of appropriate charges
in court against the suspects;

b) Monitor and follow up of all drug cases filed in

court; and

c) Perform other tasks on order.

G) DPL-

a) Assist NARG in liaisoning through its NCB Secretariat;

b) Support the campaign by proposing anti-drug

legislation and tapping the Enactment Pillar;

c) Initiate establishing linkages with friendly nations thru or

in close coordination with the Department of Foreign
Affairs (DFA) or National Drug Law Enforcement and
Prevention Coordinating Center (NDLEPCC), in effect, to
engender coalition among sovereign governments to
devise an international drug policy; and

d) Perform other tasks on order.

H) DPCR-

a) Seek the assistance of the leaders of the various NGOs,

POs, tri-media, religious sectors, business and other
sectors in the conduct of anti-illegal drugs
operations;

b) Responsible for the dissemination to the public of the

various thrusts of the PNP in containing illegal drugs
problem throughout the country;

c) Responsible in the conduct of press

conferences/releases; and

d) Perform other tasks on order.

2) PROs 1-13, NCRPO, CAR and ARMM- jointly responsible with NARG in
the conduct of these operations in their respective AORs.

a) Maintain/energized the Regional Anti-illegal Drugs Task Forces

(RAIDTAFs) BANAT being headed by DRDOs with the Regional
Field Officers of NARG as Deputies (with resident/in-place
OPCON elements from PPOs/CPOs/PPs in respective AORs;
 b) Conduct all-out and sustained Anti-Narcotics Campaign by
implementing the concept of operations in respective AORs,
utilizing their respective RAIDTAFs, PPOs/CPOs/PSs/PPs,Mobile
Groups and OPCON Regional Units/Offices of NSUs;

c) Identify Users/abusers, pushers/suppliers, drug coddlers

/protectors,syndicates /traffickers /financiers, including their
residences, safehouses, laboratories, places of conveyances
and other related information and take swift and agressive
action against them;

d) Conduct case build-up/surveillance on suspected

user/abusers,pushers/suppliers drug coddlers/ protectors and
syndicates/traffickers/financiers;

e) Categorize the affected barangays into Categories 1, 2, 3 or as

seriously affected, less seriously affected and threatened
to be affected and subject them to BANAT Operations;

f) Refer to other concerned government and non government

line agencies arrested or surrendered drug
dependents/abusers;

g) Turn-over drug -free barangays and related policing activities to

the Community thru a Memorandum of Understanding between
the Brgy Chairman and the PNP;

h) Conduct Community related projects/programs through

sports activities and livelihood programs to divert youth's
attention from drugs;

i) Conduct sustained drug awareness programs and ensure

continued commitment to drug-abuse prevention programs;

j) Primarily responsible for the supply reduction and demand

reduction within respective AOR;

k) Conduct performance evaluation of all operating

units;

l) Operationalize the PROs Speakers Bureau;

m) Track down status of all narcotics cases in coordination with DOJ

and other members of the criminal justice system;

n) Strengthen counter-intelligence activities against all PNP

personnel suspected of using, pushing/recycling seized narcotics
evidence and protecting drug lords;

o) Jointly assess with PROs, NARG and concerned

members of RPOC the result of campaign;

p) Submit periodic reports; and

q) Perform other tasks on order.

3) NARG- jointly responsible with all PROs in the conduct of the following
operations:
 a) Performs primary role in Anti-Narcotics Campaign against
Transnational and National (two or more regions) drug
syndicates and sources

b) Administer and manage the PNP Rehabilitation and Treatment

Centers, in coordination with DDB and DEP Center

c) Furnish an Updated Watchlist on Illegal Drugs to

all tasked units;

d) Provide timely intelligence and counterintelligence

informations/supports needed in the implementation of this
plan;

e) Continue updating the illegal drugs situation;

f) Identify Users/abusers, pusher/suppliers, drug

coddlers/protectors,syndicates/traffickers/financiers,including
their residences, safehouses, laboratory, places of
conveyances and other related information and take swift and
aggressive action against them;

g) Conduct case build-up/surveillance on suspected users/abusers,

pushers/suppliers, drug coddlers/protectors and syndicates/
trafficers/financiers;

h) Intensify information collection efforts to identify the

users/abusers, pushers/suppliers, drug coddlers/protectors,
their support systems and their modus operandi;

i) Responsible for supply reduction related activities;

j) Track down status of all narcotics cases, in coordination with

DOJ and other members of the criminal justice system;

k) Strengthen counter-intelligence activities against all PNP

personnel suspected of using, pushing/recycling seized narcotics
evidence and protecting drug lords;

l) Assess the effort of all tasked units; and together with IG,
validate cleared/empowered/self-policing barangays declared as
such by RAIDTAFs and PROs;

m) Act as action office/liaison office of the PNP in all clustered and

special task groups embodied in the National Anti Drug Program
of Action (NADPA)

n) Primary arm/liaison of PNP in tapping/harnessing the

International Cooperation; and

o) Perform other tasks on orders.

4) CIG-

a) Assist the operating units in the conduct of investigation and in

the filing of appropriate charges in court against the suspects;

b) Provide technical and legal assistance to the

operating units;
 c) Intensify collection efforts to identify the users/abusers,
pushers/suppliers drug coddlers/ protectors, their support
systems and their modus operandi;

d) Identify Users/abusers, pusher/suppliers, drug

coddlers/protectors, syndicates/trafficers/financiers, including
their residences, safehouses, laboratories, places of
conveyances and other related information, and take swift and
aggressive action against them;

e) Conduct case build-up / surveillance on suspects users /

abusers, pushers/suppliers, drug coddlers /protectors and
syndicates/traffickers/financiers;

f) Perform other tasks on order

5) IG

a) Furnish an Updated Watchlist on Illegal Drugs to

all tasked unit;

b) Provide timely intelligence and counter-intelligence

information/supports needed in the implementation of the
plan;

c) Undertake continuous updating of the illegal drugs

situation;

d) Intensify information collection efforts to identify the

users / abusers, pushers / suppliers / syndicates/
traffickers / financiers Drug coddlers / protectors, drug
dens/lairs and outlets, plantation/laboratory drug network,
their support systems and their modus operandi;

e) With NARG, validate Barangays declared as cleared /

empowered / self policing by PPROs and/or RAIDTAF BANAT;
and

f) Perform other tasks on order.

6) ASG-

a) Increase police visibility at the NAIA domestic airports and other

airports nationwide;

b) Conduct open verification (SITA) to all passengers

entering or departing from the airport;

c) Employ K-9 to detect and interdict drug cargoes/shipment; and

d) Perform other tasks on order.

7) MARG

a) Conduct open verification (SITA) to all passengers

entering and departing form the ports/piers;

b) Increase police visibility at the ports/pier nationwide;

 c) Intensify uniformed sea lane and coastal patrol; and

d) Perform other tasks on order.

8) LS

a) Provide legal assistance to the operating units especially

in the conduct of investigation, filing of appropriate
charges and in monitoring the development of cases; and

b) Perform other tasks on order.

9) CLS-

a) Provide technical assistance in the conduct of

investigation, preservation of evidences and other related
actions;

b) Make available the crime laboratory for drug testing;

and

c) Perform other tasks on order.

ANNEXES

Definition of Terms

LOI BANAT (Alpha) dated September 3, 1997

LOI 49/Y2 (PAGSULONG) dated December 16, 2000

LOI 14/94 (MARIJUANA ERADICATION)

LOI 01/99 (Pabo Real - Alpha)

LOI 08/99 (PNP IMPLAN to Executive Order No. 61)

ANNEXES A:

a. Administer - refers to the act of introducing any dangerous

drugs into the body of any person, with or without his
knowledge by injection, ingestion, or other means of committing
any act of indispensable assistance to a person in administering
a dangerous drug to himself;
b. Centers - refers to any of the treatment and rehabilitation
centers for drug dependents;
c. Cultivate - means the act of knowingly planting, growing,
raising or permitting the planting, growing or raising of any
plant which is a source of prohibited drugs;
d. Dangerous Drugs - refers to either:
1) Prohibited Drug – which includes opium and its active
components and derivatives, such as heroin and
morphine, coca leaf and its derivatives, principally
cocaine, alpha and beta cocaine, hallucinogenic drugs,
such as mescaline, lysergic acid diethylamide and other
 substances producing similar effects, Indian hemp and its
derivatives, all preparations made from any of the
foregoing, and other drugs and chemical preparations,
whether natural or synthetic, with the physiological effects
of a narcotic or hallucinogenic;
2) Regulated Drugs - which includes self-inducing
sedatives, such as secobarbital, pentobarbital, barbital,
amobarbital and any other drug which contains a salt of a
derivatives of a salt of barbituric acid, any salt, isomer or
salt of an isomer, of amphetamine, such as Benzedrine or
dexidrine, or any drug which produces a physiological
action similar to amphetamine, and hypnotic drugs, such
as methaqualone, nitrazepam or any other compound
producing similar physiological effects;

e. Deliver - refers to a person’s act of knowingly passing a

dangerous drug to another personally or otherwise; and by any
means, with or without consideration;
e. Drug Dependence - means or state of psychic or physical
dependence, or both, on a dangerous drug, arising in a person
following administration or use of that drug on a periodic or
continuous basis;
f. Indian Hemp - otherwise known as ‘marijuana’, embraces
every kind, class, genus or specie of the plant cannabis sativa L,
including cannabis americana, hashish, bhang, guaza, churrus,
and ganjab, and embraces every kind, class, and character
thereof, whether dried or fresh and flowering, flowering or
fruiting tops or any parts or portion of the plant, seed thereof,
and all its geographic varieties, whether as a reefer, resin,
extract, tincture or in any form whatsoever;
g. Manufacture - means the production, preparation,
compounding or processing of a dangerous drug either directly
or indirectly or by extraction from substances of natural origin,
or independently by means of chemical synthesis, and shall
include any packaging or repackaging of such substance or
labeling, or relabelling of its container, except that such terms
do not include the preparation, compounding, packaging, or
labeling of a drug or other substance by duly authorized
practitioner as an incident to his administration or dispensing of
such drug or substance in the course of his professional
practice;
h. Narcotic Drug - refers to any drug which produces insensibility,
stupor, melancholy or dullness of mind with delusions and which
may be habit-forming, and shall include opium, opium
derivatives and synthetic opiates;
i. Opium - refers to the coagulated juice of the opium poppy and
embraces every kind, character and class of opium, whether
crude, or prepared the ashes or refuse of the same; narcotic
preparation thereof or therefrom; morphine or any al kaloid of
opium enters as an ingredient, opium poppy, opium seeds,
opium poppy straw, and leaves or wrappings of opium leaves,
whether prepared for use or not;
j. Pusher - refers to any person who sells, administers, delivers,
or gives away to another, on any terms whatsoever, or
distributes, dispatches in transit or transports any dangerous
drug or who acts as a broker in any of such transactions,
k. Sell - means the act of giving a dangerous drug, whether for
money, or any other material consideration;
 l. Use - refers to the act of injecting, intravenously or
intramuscularly, or of consuming, either by chewing, smoking,
sniffing, eating, swallowing, drinking, or otherwise introducing
into the physiological system of the body, any of the dangerous
drugs;
m. Opium Poppy - means any part of the plant of the species
papaver somniferum L, including the seeds there of.

ANNEX “B”

Summary of Pertinent Provisions of Environmental, Cultural and

Natural Resources Protection Laws

1. FOREST PROTECTION

a. P. D. NO. 705 - Forestry Reform Code of the Phils.

Pursuant to the provisions of Presidential Decree

No. 705; as amended, and Letter of Instructions No. 1020 and other pertinent
policies, laws and regulations, the Secretary of the Environment and Natural
Resources or his duly authorized representative have administrative authority to
order the confiscation of any forest products illegally cut, gathered, removed,
possessed or abandoned, including all conveyances used either by land, water or air
in the commission of the offense and to dispose of the same in accordance with
pertinent laws, regulations or policies. In case where the apprehension are made
by the PNP, Philippine Navy, Coast Guard and other government law enforcement
agencies, the apprehending agency shall notify the nearest DENR officer and turn
over the seizured forest products to the CENRO/PENRO/RED concerned for further
investigation and disposition.

b. P.D. NO. 331 - Requiring that all forests be developed, managed and
utilized on a sustained yield basis with the benefit of technical forestry know-how of
registered foresters.

All holders of timber licenses, leases and/or permits are

required to employ and/or engage the services of registered foresters, so as to
provide the needed expertise in safeguarding public interest in the development,
management, and utilization of Philippine forests.

2. PROTECTION OF FISHERIES, MARINE LIFE AND AQUATIC

RESOURCES

Republic Act No. 8550 - The Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998

Section 86 of the Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998, better

known as Republic Act 8550, prohibit any person from unauthorized fishing or
engaging in other unauthorized fisheries activities. No person shall exploit, occupy,
produce, breed, culture, capture or gather fish, fry or fingerlings of any fishery
species or fishery products, or engage in any fishery activity in Philippine waters
without a license, lease or permit. Fishing for daily food sustenance or for leisure
which is not for commercial occupation or livelihood purposes may be allowed. It
shall be unlawful for any commercial fishing vessel to fish in bays and in such other
fishery 2management areas which may herein after be declared as over exploited.
It shall be unlawful for any person not listed in the registry of municipality fisher
folk to engage in any commercial fishing activity in municipal waters.
 It shall be unlawful for any foreign person, corporation or
entity to fish or operate any fishing vessel in Philippine waters. The entry of any
foreign fishing vessel in Philippine waters shall constitute a prima facie evidence that
the vessel is engaged in fishing in Philippine waters (Sec 87, Republic Act 8550).

Section 88 also expresses that it is unlawful for any

person to catch, take or gather or cause to be caught, taken or gathered, fish or any
fishery species in Philippine waters with the use of electricity, explosives, noxious or
poisonous substance such as sodium cyanide in the Philippine fishery areas, which
will kill, stupefy, disable or render unconscious fish species: Provided, that the
proper authorities, subject to such safeguards and conditions deemed necessary and
endorsement from the concerned LGUs, may allow, for research, educational or
scientific purposes only, the use of electricity, poisonous or noxious substances to
catch, take or gather fish or fishery species: Provided, further, that the use of
poisonous or noxious substances to eradicate predators in fishponds in accordance
with accepted scientific practices and without causing adverse environmental impact
in neighboring waters and grounds shall not be construed as illegal fishing. It shall
be unlawful for any person, corporation or entity to possess, deal in, sell or any
manner dispose of, any fish or fishery species which have been illegally caught, taken
or gathered.

It shall be unlawful for any person or corporation to

gather, possess, sell or export ordinary precious and semi-precious corals, whether
raw or in processed from, except for scientific or research purposes. The
confiscated corals shall either be returned to the sea or donated to schools and
museums for educational or scientific purposes or disposed through other means
(Sec. 91, Republic Act 8550)..
It shall be unlawful for any person, natural or judicial, to
fish with gear method that destroys coral reefs, seagrass beds, and other fishery
marine life habitat as may determined by the Department. “Muro-Ami” and any of
its variation, and such similar gear and methods that require diving, other physical
or mechanical acts to pound the coral reefs and other habitat to entrap, gather or
catch fish and other fishery species are also prohibited (Sec. 92, R.A. 8550).

It is unlawful for any person or corporation to gather, sell

or export white sand, silica, pebbles, and any other substances which make up any
marine habitat (Sec 92, Republic Act 8550).

3. ENSURING CLEAN AND SAFE LAND, AIR AND WATER

a. Republic Act No. 7942 - The Philippine Mining Act of 1995

All mineral resources in public and private lands within

the territory and exclusive economic zone of the Republic of the Philippines are
owned by the State. It shall be the responsibility of the State to promote their
rational exploration, development, utilization and conservation through the
combined efforts of government and the private sector in order to enhance national
growth in a way that effectively safeguards the environment and protect the rights
of affected communities. The Director, DENR may deputize, when necessary, any
member or unit of the Philippine National Police, barangay, duly registered
nongovernmental organization (NGO) or any qualified person to police all mining
activities.

Any person extracting minerals and disposing the same

without a mining agreement, lease, permit, license, or steals minerals or ores or
the products thereof from mines or mills or processing plants shall be liable to law.
Any person who wilfully destroys or damages structures in or on the mining area or
on the mill sites shall, upon conviction, be imprisoned for a period not to exceed
five (5) years and shall, in addition, pay compensation for the damages which may
have been caused thereby.

b. Republic Act No. 7160 - The Local Government Code

Pursuant to Sec. 33 of R.A. 7160, otherwise known as the

Local Government Code, all provinces cities, municipalities and barangays, through
appropriate ordinances, are hereby mandated to consolidate, or coordinate their
efforts, services, and resources for purposes of jointly addressing common solid
waste management problems and/or establishing common waste disposal facilities.

c. R. A. NO. 9003 - Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000

The following acts are prohibited in accordance to Sec

48, Republic Act No. 9003 or Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000:

(1) Littering, throwing, dumping of waste matters in

public places, such as roads, sidewalks, canals, esteros or parks, and
establishment, or causing or permitting the same;

(2) Undertaking activities or operating, collecting or

transporting equipment in violation of sanitation operation and other requirements
or permits set forth in or established pursuant to this Act;

(3) The open burning of solid waste;

(4) Causing or permitting the collection of non-

segregated or unsorted waste;

(5) Squatting in open dumps and landfills;

(6) Open dumping, burying of biodegradable or non-

biodegradable materials in flood-prone areas;

(7) Unauthorized removal of recyclable material

intended for collection by authorized persons;

(8) The mixing of source-separated recyclable material

with other solid waste in any vehicle, box, container or receptacle used in solid
waste collection or disposal;

(9) Establishment or operation of open dumps as

enjoined in this Act, or closure of said dumps in violation of Sec. 37;

(10) The manufacture, distribution or use of non-

environmentally acceptable packaging materials;

(11) Importation of consumer products packaged in

non-environmentally acceptable materials;

(12) Importation of toxic wastes misrepresented as

“recyclable” or “with recyclable content”;
 (13) Transport and dumping in bulk of collected
domestic, industrial, commercial and institutional wastes in areas other than
centers of facilities prescribed under this Act;

(14) Site preparation, construction, expansion or

operation of waste management facilities without an Environmental Compliance
Certificate required pursuant to Presidential Decree No. 1586 and this Act and not
conforming with the land use plan of the LGU;

(15) The construction of any establishment within two

hundred (200) meters from open dumps or controlled dumps or sanitary landfills;
and

(16) The construction or operation of landfills or any

waste disposal facility on any aquifer, groundwater reservoir or watershed area and
or any portions thereof;

This Act also shall cover the importation, manufacture,

processing, handling, storage, transportation, sale, distribution, use and disposal
of all unregulated chemical substances and mixtures in the Philippines, including
the entry even in transit, as well as the keeping or storage and disposal of
hazardous and nuclear wastes into the country for whatever purposes (RA 6969
otherwise known as the Toxic Substances and Hazardous and Nuclear Wastes
Control Act of 1990).

d. Republic Act No. 8749 - Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999

No person shall introduce or cause or allow the

introduction of leaded gasoline into any motor vehicle equipped with a gasoline tank
filler inlet and labeled "unleaded gasoline only". This prohibition shall also apply to
any person who knows or should know that such vehicle is designed solely for the
use of unleaded gasoline. No person shall manufacture, import, sell, offer for sale,
introduce into commerce, convey or otherwise dispose of, in any manner leaded
gasoline and engines and components requiring the use of leaded gasoline.

No motor vehicle shall be registered with the DOTC unless

it meets the emission standards set by the Department as provided in Section 21
hereof. Any vehicle suspected of violation of emission standards through visual
signs, such as, but not limited to smoke-belching, shall be subjected to an emission
test by a duly authorized testing center for this purpose, the DOTC or its authorized
testing center shall establish a roadside inspection system. Should it be shown
that there was no violation of emission standards, the vehicle shall be immediately
released. Otherwise, a testing result indicating an exceedance of the emission
standards would warrant the continuing custody of the impounded vehicle unless
the appropriate penalties are fully paid, and the license plate is surrendered to the
DOTC pending the fulfillment of the undertaking by the owner/operator of the
motor vehicle to make the necessary repairs so as to comply with the standards. A
pass shall herein be issued by the DOTC to authorize the use of the motor vehicle
within a specified period that shall not exceed seven (7) days for the sole purpose
of making the necessary repairs on the said vehicle. The owner/operator of the
vehicle shall be required to correct its defects and show proof of compliance to the
appropriate pollution control office before the vehicle can be allowed to be driven on
any public or subdivision roads.

e. Presidential Decree No. 984 - Pollution Control Law

No person shall throw, run, drain, or otherwise dispose

into any of the water, air and/or land resources of the Philippines, or cause or
permit, suffer to be thrown, run, drain, allow to seep or otherwise dispose thereto
any organic or inorganic matter or any substance in gaseous or liquid form that
shall cause pollution.

No person shall perform any of the following activities

without first securing a permit from the Commission for the discharge of all
industrial wastes which could cause pollution:

1) the construction, installation, modification or operations

of any sewage works or any extension or addition thereto;

2) the increase in volume or strength of any wastes in

excess of the permissive discharge specified under any existing permit;

3) the construction, installation or operation of any industrial

or commercial establishments or any extension or modification thereof or addition
thereto, the operation of which would cause an increase in the discharge of waste
directly into the water, air and/or land resources of the Philippines or would
otherwise alter their physical, chemical or biological properties in any manner not
already lawfully authorized.

f. Republic Act No. 6969 - Toxic Substances and Hazardous and

Nuclear Wastes Control Act of 1990

The following acts and omissions shall be considered unlawful:

1) Knowingly use in chemical substance or mixture which is

imported, manufactured, processed or distributed in violation of this Act or
implementing rules and regulations or orders;.

2) Failure or refusal to submit reports, notices or on the

information, access to records as required by this Act, or permit inspection of
establishment where chemicals are manufactured, processed, stored or otherwise
held;

3) Failure or refusal to comply with the pre-manufacture and

pre-importation requirements; and

4) Cause, aid or facilitate, directly or indirectly, in the

storage, importation or bringing into Philippine Territory, including its maritime
economic zones, even in transit, either by means of land, air or sea transportation
or otherwise keeping in storage any amount of hazardous and nuclear wastes in
any part of the Philippines.

4. PRESERVATION OF ENDANGERED SPECIES AND OTHER

WILD LIFE

a. Republic Act No. 7586 – NIPAS Act of 1992

It is hereby established a National Integrated Protected

Areas System (NIPAS), which shall encompass outstandingly remarkable areas and
biologically important public lands that are habitats of rare and endangered species
of plants and animals, biographic zones and related ecosystems, whether
terrestrial, wetland or marine, all of which shall be designated as “protected areas”.
The following categories of protected areas are hereby established: Strict nature
reserve; Natural park; Natural monument; Wildlife sanctuary; Protected
landscapes and seascapes; Resource reserve; Natural biotic areas; and other
category established by law, conventions, or international agreements which the
Philippine Government is a signatory (RA No. 7586 (NIPAS Act of 1992).

The following acts are prohibited within protected areas:

(a) Hunting, destroying, disturbing or mere possession of any

plants or animals or products derived therefrom without a permit from the
Protected Area Management Board;
(b) Dumping of any waste products detrimental to the
protected area, or to the plants and animals or inhabitants therein;
( c) Use of any motorized equipment without a permit from
the Management Board;
(d) Mutilating, defacing or destroying objects of natural
beauty, or objects of interest to cultural communities (of scenic value);
(e) Damaging and leaving roads and trails in a damaged
condition;
(f) Squatting, mineral locating, or otherwise occupying any
land;
(g) Constructing or maintaining any kind of structure, fence
or enclosures, conducting any business enterprise without a permit;
(h) Leaving in exposed or unsanitary conditions refuse or
debris, or depositing in ground or in bodies of water; and
(i) Altering, removing, destroying or defacing boundary
marks or signs.

b. Republic Act No. 3547 – An Act Defining and

Penalizing Cruelty to Animals

It is unlawful to overdrive, overload, torture, torment, or

neglect to provide with necessary sustenance or shelter, or to cruelty beat, or
needlessly mutilate, or kill any living creature (Republic Act 3547 of 1929, as
amended by Republic Act 3548).

c. Commonwealth Act No. 73 of 1936

The Commonwealth Act No.73 of 1936 prohibits the

hunting, killing, wounding or taking of the Tamaraw (Bubalus mindorensis) and
provides penalty thereof.

d. Republic Act No. 3983 of 1932

It is unlawful to take, collect, kill, mutilate or have in

possession, or to purchase, offer or expose for sale, transport, ship or export alive
or dead flowering plants, fens, orchids, club moss and other wild plants without
permit from the government.

5. PROTECTION OF CULTURAL PROPERTIES

Presidential Decree No. 374 - “Cultural Properties

Preservation and Protection Act”

It shall be unlawful to export or to cause to be taken out

of the Philippines any of the cultural properties without previous registration of the
objects with the National Museum and a written permit from the Director of the
National Museum. No cultural property may be imported without an official
certification of exportation from the country of origin.
 It shall be unlawful also to explore, excavate, or make
diggings on archaeological or historical sites for the purpose of obtaining materials
of cultural or historical value without the prior written authority from the Director of
the National Museum. No excavation or diggings shall be permitted without the
supervision of an archaeologist certified as such by the Director of the National
museum, or such other person who in the opinion of the Director is competent to
supervise the work, and who shall, upon completion of the project, deposit with the
Museum a catalogue of all the materials found thereon, and a description of the
archaeological context in accordance with accepted archaeological practices. When
excavators shall strike upon any buried cultural property, the excavation shall be
suspended and the matter reported immediately to the Director of the National
Museum who shall take appropriate stems to have the discovery investigated and
to insure the proper and safe removal thereof, with the knowledge and consent of
the owner. The suspension shall not be lifted until the Director of the national
Museum shall so allow it.

All restoration, reconstruction, and preservation of

government historical buildings, shrines, landmarks, monuments and sites, which
have been designated as “National Cultural Treasures”, and “important cultural
properties” shall only be undertaken with the written permission of the Director of
the National Museum who shall designated the supervision of the same.”
SUBJECT : LOI /01 SANGINGAT-MILENYO (The PNP’s Master
Plan on Security Coverage in the 3rd Millennium)

TO : See Distribution

I. REFERENCES:

a. Republic Act 6975, as amended by Republic Act 8551;

b. Pertinent NAPOLCOM Resolutions; and
c. The Operational PPAs and PERs.

II. PURPOSE:

This Master Plan sets forth the strategic concepts and operational guidelines,
as well as contingency plan to ensure the maintenance of peace and order during
the year-round observance of holidays, which involves great concern on movement
of the citizens, international, national and local meeting/conferences/events, and
rallies/mass action in protest to wide range of issues.

1. Broad Objective

The PNP, concurrent with its mission and functions, conducts police
operations to ensure utmost security possible to individuals and vital installations,
most especially during the holding of special events. It shall undertake coordinated
courses of action necessary to prevent, contain, neutralize persons from inflicting
any harm upon people or damage to property especially on activities involving
foreign guests and tourists.

2. Specific Objectives

In the conduct of providing security for various events, the PNP, thru
its Police Regional/Provincial Police Offices (PROs/PPOs) and National Support Units
(NSUs) shall undertake the following:

a. To catalyze all PNP units to enhance coordination and

cooperation with government units and private sectors in their respective areas of
jurisdiction, to be able to come up with measures to preempt the occurrence of
crimes that can adversely affect the safety and security of individuals and vital
installations;

b. To enhance the level of awareness and preparedness of

PNP personnel in providing security to individuals and vital installations, and in
dealing mass actions;

c. To enhance the units’ capability to identify and neutralize

threat groups; and

d. To determine and rectify PNP vulnerabilities which maybe

exploited by the threat groups.
III. SITUATION:

The security situation is one of the factors that greatly affect the
economic conditions of the country. The Philippine National Police, being the
forefront of maintaining peace and order and public safety, undertakes security
measures towards the attainment of a safe place to live, work, invest and do
business in.

Wide range of issues which tend to beset/affect the lives of the

populace are being capitalized by cause-oriented groups/various threat groups, to
coerce moderate organization/s to join in staging mass actions, such as rallies,
demonstration, strike, etc. to project their positions and demands. The situation
can likely be taken advantage of by the dissidents/terrorists to create an
atmosphere of chaos and destabilization. Hence, the need to integrate PNP efforts
with the national and local government units to be able to come up with a program
of action that is well-coordinated, unified and responsive to the situation at hand to
preempt, prevent and/or suppress destabilization and/or terroristic acts.

IV. MISSION:

The PNP, concurrent with its mission and functions, secures and protects the
people and facilities from any acts of violence, to further ensure normal functions of
the government, business establishments, and preserve the freedom of travel and
assembly; orderly and safe conduct of any local, national or international events.

V. EXECUTION:

1. STRATEGIC CONCEPTS –

In furtherance of the PNP’s thrust in providing security coverage and

public safety services to ensure the peaceful and orderly conduct of any
event/activities, in close coordination with the concerned government agencies,
non-government organizations (NGOs) and civilian volunteer organization (CVOs),
the following shall compose the strategic concepts:

a. The Police Security Containment Ring System (PSCRS). The

deployment of which depend on their availability and the situation on the ground:

a.1 The Innermost Containment Ring, composed of barangay

tanods, CVOs, NGOs, radio groups;

a.2 The Innermost Containment Ring, composed of the foot-

patrol elements in uniform for police visibility while the detective patrol component
is in “civilian” attire for police presence;

a.3 The Middle Containment Ring, which is composed of

bicycle or motorcycle-mounted patrols at control points;

a.4 The Outer Containment Ring, composed of designated

specialized units like the mobile patrols, deployed at chokepoints; and

a.5 The Outermost Containment Ring, where the special

police units (like SWAT or anti-terrorist units) and the mobile groups shall serve as
security elements at areas designated as strong points, where they can
immediately react to call for armed support.

b. The Operationalization of an Integrated Area/Community Public

Safety Plan (IA/CPSP)
 Through the coordination with the local Peace and Order
Councils, Law Enforcement Coordinating Councils and Disaster Coordinating
Council, the formulated and developed IA/CPSPs of local government units are
rationalized in order that it shall appropriately serve as the unified and integrated
direction of the local public safety programs and create an active shield against the
problems associated with internal security.

c. The Community Involvement thru the Community Oriented

Oriented Policing Systems(COPS)

The function of the community in nation building is not only

crucial, it is absolutely imperative. Efficient and effective delivery of police services
can only be attained through the development of a responsive partnership, based
on trust and goodwill, between the community and the police. The interaction
among the community players, which result in a partnership for a peaceful
community is called COPS.

d. Effective Feedback Mechanism

The continued feedback from all recipients of public safety

services received from the citizens through the Project 117 of the DILG, the
“Ugnayans” conducted by the PNP and other government agencies, and other
sources of reports, complaints, needs, or rejoinders, shall be the basis for
improving the delivery of police services to the citizenry. This feedback mechanism
shall serve as the trigger to set off a series of adjustments and if needed be, a
realignment of the foregoing strategies to attain the purpose of maintaining a
peaceful and prosperous community.

2. OPERATIONAL CONCEPT

The following policies in various special events shall serve be

observe:

a. During Elections/Plebiscite – The PNP, as deputized by

the Commission on Elections, shall ensure the smooth implementation and
maximum effectiveness of the security operations and delivery of public
safety services during the given period for the electoral process. All PNP
personnel shall remain apolitical and shall undertake necessary actions to
pre-empt the occurrence of election-related violence and provide
contingency plans to address untoward incidents during the entire election
process.

b. During Holidays – The PNP, in coordination with DOTC and

jointly with the LGUs, NGOs, CVOs, established a Public Assistance Centers to
ensure a secured, safe, and orderly movement of the motorists/commuters during
the year-round observance of holidays. Ensure the smooth flow of traffic and
conduct preemptive/preventive measures to minimize if not totally eradicate
vehicular accidents.

c. During International, National and Local Events/Conferences/

Celebrations – The PNP, in close coordination with the National Executive
Committee/Organizing Committee, other government agencies and NGOs, provides
security coverage to the visiting dignitaries, top ranking/senior officials, delegates
and participants to ensure their safety and the peaceful and orderly conduct of all
the scheduled activities.

d. During Mass Actions – The PNP, in close coordination with the

LGEs and other law enforcement agencies, secures the rallyists, protects the
citizenry from acts of terrorism and violence brought about by mass protest actions
and related illegal activities, and ensures the normal government functions and
normal business operation of various industries. Maximum tolerance shall be
observed in dealing with rallyists.

e. On Bomb Threats/Bombing Incidents – To efficiently and

effectively address the threats and destruction posed by terrorist groups and
individuals, who employ bombing as means to attain their objectives, through
planning, preparation, prevention, detection, reaction and post blast investigation,
and to be able to identify and bring the offenders before the bar of justice.

As situation/magnitude of the above-events demands, a provisional

Task Force shall be organized by the concerned PROs/PPOs/CPOs that will control,
direct and supervise the conduct of security operations to ensure the orderly and
peaceful conduct of the activity.

The following Task Groups maybe established under the Task Force
depending on the situation:

a. Airport Security Task Group – state guests/dignitaries/tourists

and their official party, as well as their property, are being secured while at the
airport area. Airport facilitation is extended to those arranging the arrival and
departure of the guests, in close coordination with the airport authorities.

b. Close-in Security Task Group –the safety of local and foreign

VIP/s shall be arranged and provided by the close-in security. The responsibility
ends when the party being secured has left the country, or an appropriate order has
been issued terminating the close-in security’s services.

c. Convoy Security Task Group – provision of motorcycle and

mobile cars for escort duties, as well as ensuring the safe and orderly movement of
the vehicles and in accordance with the protocol arrangement shall be under the
responsibility of convoy security.

d. Billet Security Task Group – appropriate security to the VIP/s

billeted in the different hotels, etc. for their protection from thefts, kidnappings, etc
shall be the responsibility of the billet security.

e. Route Security Task Group – deployment of personnel to protect

a predetermined course of movement (primary and alternate route) from a specific
point of origin to its destination.

f. Site Security Task Group – the inner circle of a place of

engagement is placed under the overall security coverage of PSG personnel as
mandated by protocol, with the PNP in support role. Other than those specified
(below the Vice-President of the Republic of the Philippines, and that of a visiting
dignitary of a Minister rank), site security shall be the primarily responsibility of the
PNP.

g. Area Security Task Group – the immediate vicinity and the outer
circle of the place of engagement has to be secured to thwart any possible threat.

g.1 Traffic and Parking Arrangement – the smooth flow of

traffic along the routes to be taken, and the orderly and secured ingress/egress of
vehicles in the designated parking area; and

g.2 Contingency Operations – the deployment of

explosive ordnance for paneling purposes, civil disturbance management, special
weapons and tactics (SWAT) team, ready to address/respond to a localized
emergency/crisis situation is included in the security plan.

h. Reserve Force Task Group – augmentation of personnel and

equipment placed on standby, ready on call, to attend to certain emergency
requirements/prevailing situation, such as but not limited to medical and
firefighting capability, prison van, technical/lighting components/instruments, etc.

i. Intelligence Security Task Group – to gather intelligence

information for use of the Task Force.

j. Logistics Security Task Group – to provide logistics support to

the Task Force.

3. TASKS:

1. DPRM –

a. Issue appropriate order for the transfer or reassignment

of organic personnel from one unit to another assignment, to man the Security
Force. During Elections, this must be with prior coordination and approval from the
COMELEC, during the election period; and

b. Support the additional subsistence allowance of personnel

detailed for special security operations.

2. DI –

a. Provide timely intelligence information to all tasked

units/offices; and

b. Draw up an election watchlist areas at the provincial,

city/municipal level, in close coordination with the AFP, during elections.

3. DO – Oversee and monitor the implementation of security

preparations for the various special events, as embodied in the campaign plan.

4. DL – Support the logistical requirements of tasked units on

special security operations.

5. DPCR –

a. Organize NGO’s, CVO’s and civic groups to support the

DILG/PNP in providing better traffic management and road safety, and publish
traffic updates such as location of traffic jam, destroyed bridges, rerouting plans,
etc;

b. Supervise the implementation of the strategic concept

on Community Oriented Policing System (COPS); linkage of those
department/agencies hosting/sponsoring the event and those sectoral groups
which might stage actions, such as rallies, demonstration, strike, etc., to disrupt
the staging of event or embarrass the government.
 6. NCRPO, PROs 1-13, CAR and ARMM - The main implementors
of this campaign plan, thus you are directed to perform/undertake the
activities but not limited to the following:

a. Gather, monitor and report all intel

matters/significant developments that would likely occur in identified
areas and report all intelligence matters that may affect the activity
particularly on the movements and intention of the protesting groups and
various security threats.

b. Pursue more meaningful interfacing with other

government agencies through the RLECC, RPOC and other regional
coordinating bodies; prepare, update and operationalize the IA/CPSP of
every province and city/municipality in respective AOR;

c. Coordinate with various government agencies,

NGOs and civil society to discuss possible arrangements to ensure a cordial
atmosphere during security operations, and necessary contingency
measures/plans to take care of unforeseen events or acts, both natural or
otherwise; and

d. Perform other tasks as requested/directed.

7. TMG -

a. UPR in the traffic direction and control, and motorist

assistance;

b. Attach/detail motorcycle teams placed OPCON to PRO

designated as UPR;

c. Catalyze the organization of land transport system for a

complementary support on inter-related program/thrusts.

c. Perform other tasks as requested/directed.

8. MG -

a. Conduct negation/barrier patrol along the coastal areas of

the place of engagement;

b. Detail maritime patrol teams placed OPCON to PRO,

designated as UPR;

c. Catalyze the organization of water-transport system for a

complementary support on inter-related program/thrusts.; and

d. Perform other tasks as requested/directed.

9. ASG -

a. Secure airports and its immediate establishments against

threats of terrorist groups/individuals.

b. Extend airport facilitation assistance to the visiting

dignitaries and Welcome Committee coordinating the arrival/departure of the VIPs;
 c. Catalyze the organization of air-transport system for a
complementary support on inter-related program/thrusts.; and

d. Perform other tasks as requested/directed.

10. SAF –

a. Attach/detail CDM personnel, and EOD and ATU teams

to be placed OPCON to PRO, designated as UPR;

b. Support the PROs and the PPOs in terms of EOD training,

and responding to bombing incidents, upon request/orders; and

c. Perform other tasks as requested/directed.

11. CES -

a. Support the PRO, designated as UPR, on communication

network/requirements;

b. Coordinate with different civic and amateur radio

groups/association for the use of their facilities and members to assist the PNP in
the monitoring and reporting of incidents, traffic situation, motorist assistance,
land/seaports area activities; and

c. Perform other tasks as requested/directed.

12. CSG -

a. Coordinate with the security agencies and company guard

forces for their active role in assisting the PNP in traffic control/direction and
immediate reporting of any crime incidents;

b. Periodic inventory/accounting and implementation of

strict control measures to safeguard against pilferage of explosives; and

c. Perform other tasks as requested/directed.

13. Other NSUs –

a. Provide operational/technical/administrative support to all

PROs; and

b. Perform other tasks as requested/directed.

VI. COORDINATING INSTRUCTIONS:

a. Personnel detailed in route and area security must be facing outward

in relation to the VIPs being protected to detect and/ward-off possible hostile action
of would be attackers and shall stay in their respective assignment until recall order
is given by the overall Commander.

b. Coordination with media during live-traffic situations and to implement

re-routing and advisory programs dealing with traffic congestion shall be ensured.

c. Pull-out of detailed personnel shall be only after the area has been
cleared of rallyists/demonstrators and traffic has been restored to normal flow.
 d. Be reminded that while personnel would be employed in
commuters/motorists assistance, civil disturbance management, securing the safety
of VIPs and delegates, the normal operations against criminal elements and
dissidents terrorists should not be overlooked.

e. Alert status shall be declared/upgraded/lifted at the discretion of the

RDs based on the prevailing situation in the respective AORs.

f. Tasked units shall operate on existing logistical and financial

allocations. NHQ-PNP shall provide additional logistical and financial support on a
case-to-case basis.

g. Lateral coordination to create awareness, constant communications

and action among tasked offices/units, other local government agencies, NGOs and
other concerned civilian organizations in carrying out the mission is highly
encouraged/authorized. One player’s problem/concern should be regarded as a
team problem.

h. This Master Plan has been conceived in order to provide a single

reference material, prevent confusion, minimize paperwork, or preclude repetitive
issuances of directives, guidelines or policies applicable to similar situations.

i. Prepare a specific plan for the specific activity wherein your Police
Office is tasked to secure and submit it to NHQ PNP (Attn: DO).

j. This LOI takes effect ten (10) days after approval/signature.

LEANDRO R MENDOZA
Police Director General
Chief, PNP

Annexes:

A. Annex “1” – SANG-INGAT Framework

B. Annex “2” – NAPOLCOM Res No 2000-157, Approving a

Community- Oriented Policing System (COPS) Operations Manual for the PNP.

C. Annex “3” – NAPOLCOM Res No 93-037, Implementation of an

Integrated Area/Community Public Safety Plan (IACPSP).

D. Annex “4” – Project “Patrol 117:” DILG Security and Development

Plan.

E. To efficiently and effectively address the threats and destruction posed

by terrorist groups and individuals, who use “bombing” as means to attain their evil
intents

Annex “5” – Letter of Instructions 11/93 “KAMAGONG” (Prevention,

Containment and Neutralization of terrorists from further Bombing in NCR) dated
June 16, 1993.

Annex “6” – Letter of Instructions 11/93 “LAUA-AN” (PNP Anti-

Terrorism Strategy) dated May 15, 1993.

Annex “7” – Letter of Instructions 04/2001 (EOD Capability

Restructuring) dated February 7, 2001.
 F. In securing the rallyists, protect the citizenry from acts of terrorism
and violence brought about by mass protest actions and related illegal activities,
and to ensure the normal government function and normal business of various
industries.

9Annex “8” – Letter of Instructions 31/93 APITONG (PNPs Plan

Against Welga ng Bayan).

Annex “9” – Letter of Instructions 32/93 “ACACIA” (PNPs

Contingency Plan for Manila during Transportation Strike to Prevent Terrorism and
ensure maintenance of Peace and Order).

Annex “10” – Letter of Instructions 08/93 (LABOR DAY) dated 28

April 1993.

Annex “11” – Letter of Instructions 17/Y2 (11 th CONGRESS) dated July

14, 2000.

G. On ensuring an honest, orderly and peaceful electoral process.

Annex “12” – Letter of Instructions 24/91 (MABOLO-ALPHA).

Annex “13” – Letter of Instructions 54 /97 (ELECTION) dated

December 11, 1997.

Annex “14” – Letter of Instructions 06/98 (PAG-AAYOS-HOPE) dated

March 18, 1998.

Annex “15” – Letter of Instructions 03/2001 (HALALAN) dated January

23, 2001.

H. On ensuring a secured, safe, and orderly movement of the

motorists/commuters during the year-round holidays.

Annex “16” – Letter of Instructions 01/93 (PAGTATAPOS)

Annex “17” – Letter of Instructions 10/93 (BALIK-PAARALAN) dated

May 31, 1993.

Annex “18” – Letter of Instructions (HOLY WEEK)

Annex “19” – Letter of Instructions (KALULUWA)

I. In providing security coverage to the visiting dignitaries, top

ranking/senior officials, delegates and participants to ensure their safety and the
peaceful and orderly conduct of all the schedules activities.

Annex “20” – Letter of Instructions 15/2T (INDEPENDENCE DAY)

Annex “21” – Letter of Instructions 51/Y2 (RIZAL DAY)

Annex “22” – Letter of Instructions 13/93 (PARANGAL)

Annex “23” – Letter of Instructions 20/93 (PAGSUSULIT) dated July

26, 1993.

Annex “24” – Letter of Instructions 15/92 (AKBAYAN)

 Annex “25” – Letter of Instructions (BISITA)

SUBJECT : LOI ___/01 SAKLOLO-MILENYO (The PNP’s Disaster

Plan in the 3rd Millennium)

TO : See Distribution

I. REFERENCES:

a. Republic Act 6975, as amended by Republic Act 8551;

b. Presidential Decree No 1566- Strengthening the Philippine Disaster
Control Capability and Establishing the National Program on
Community Disaster Preparedness; and
c. The Operational PPAs and PERs.

II. PURPOSE:

This Letter of Instructions sets forth the strategic concepts, operational

guidelines and coordinating instructions to be undertaken by PNP Offices and
personnel on disaster management. With this Letter of Instructions, the action that
will be undertaken by the concerned PNP units/offices will be as responsive and
possible with the support of the government agencies and the community.

III. SITUATION:

The great ocean and seas around the Philippines, while providing wide
avenues for international trade and commerce and source of tremendous marine
resources, also serve as the spawning areas of destructive typhoons and monsoons.
Being in the so-called Circum-Pacific belt of fire and typhoons, our country has
always been subjected to series of natural disasters and calamities yearly, which
usually result in deaths, miseries and massive destruction of property.

Disasters, which could be natural and human-made, would cause enormous

loss in terms of human lives and property, the destruction of environment and the
setback of economic development. It has been noted that the number and costs of
disasters continue to rise overtime. This is in view of the increasing vulnerabilities
of societies and communities to natural and man-made disasters. On the other
hand, poverty and population pressures have forced growing numbers of poor
people to live along harm’s way – on flood plains, unstable hillside and earthquake-
prone zones. Their extraordinary vulnerability is perhaps the most important cost
of the high number of disaster casualties. Moreover, in cities and communities
experiencing rapid industrialization and urbanization, the lack of disaster-risk
mitigation programs contributes to their increasing vulnerability to disaster. In
whatever part of the country we are located, the possibility of experiencing the
gloom and the stark reality of all types of hazards: typhoons, floods, flashfloods,
drought, earthquakes, volcanic eruption, landslide, fire, maritime disasters, air
disasters, oil spills, etc., is always present.

Relatedly, the PNP’s inherent duty for public safety dictates the provision of
area security; search, rescue/recovery, evacuation and relief operation in affected
areas, in support to the tasked government agencies/instrumentalities of the
Disaster Coordinating Councils. The program thrusts shall be pursued thru the
implementation of keeping the police units and personnel ready to serve, and
provide support to community development.
IV. MISSION:

The Philippine National Police, as the Disaster Coordinating Council operating

unit, conducts disaster preparedness activities, provides security coverage in
disaster areas, and assist in search and rescue, evacuation, and relief operations.

V. EXECUTION:

This Master Plan embraces all conceivable contingencies, short of war

emergency, making use of all available resources the PNP can muster to execute
the NDCC Calamities and Disaster Preparedness Plan. The intent conceived in this
LOI is to make operation plans promulgated by the different regional commands
functional and action-oriented and is capable of meeting simple or multiple
contingencies. This LOI encourages the concept of self-reliance by promoting the
spirit of self-help and mutual assistance among the local officials and their
constituents which the local PNP units will be in contact with and/or will be working
with during disasters and calamities. Preparedness is constant alertness and
constant enhancement of capabilities. Readiness is preparedness for the worst.

As member-Agency, the PNP is tasked to organize Police Auxiliary Services in

the cities, municipalities and barangays; and to provide security coverage in
disaster areas.

A. STRATEGIC CONCEPTS

In furtherance of the DILG/PNP mandated functions, the following shall

compose the strategic concepts:

1. CONTINUOUSLY IMPROVING POLICE SECURITY SERVICE

PACKAGE - Effective law enforcement and crime prevention and suppression
system, through the Innermost Containment Ring of the Police Security
Containment Ring System (PSCRS), which is composed of barangay tanods, CVOs,
NGOs, radio groups, fire/disaster/calamity volunteer brigades that provide localized
and needed police services to the barangays.

2. THE OPERATIONALIZATION OF AN INTEGRATED

AREA/COMMUNITY PUBLIC SAFETY PLAN (IA/CPSP) - While emergency
preparedness is a joint responsibility of the national and local government, its
effectiveness will depend largely on the skills and resources, and the involvement of
private organizations and the general public in the area of disaster. Through close
coordination with the Disaster Coordinating Council, the formulated and developed
IA/CPSP of the PNP, in consonance with the local government units is rationalized in
order that it shall appropriately serve as the unified and integrated direction of the
local public safety programs to be more resolve to confront disaster on a total
system approach.

3. THE COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT THROUGH THE

COMMUNITY-ORIENTED POLICING SYSTEM (COPS) - The function of the
community in nation building is not only crucial, it is absolutely imperative. Efficient
and effective delivery of police services can only be attained through the
development of a responsive partnership, based on trust and goodwill, between the
community and the police. The interactions among the community players, which
result in a partnership for a peaceful community is called COPS.

4. EFFECTIVE FEEDBACK MECHANISM - The continued

feedback from all recipients of public safety services received from the citizens
through the Project 117 of the DILG, the “Ugnayans” conducted by the PNP and
other government agencies, and other sources of reports, complaints, needs, or
rejoinders, shall be the basis for improving the delivery of police services to the
citizenry. This feedback mechanism shall serve as the trigger to set off a series of
adjustments and if needed be, a realignment of the foregoing strategies to attain
the purpose of maintaining a peaceful and prosperous community.

B. OPERATIONAL CONCEPT

The activities to be undertaken shall be as follows:

a. Preparation – Involves planning, readiness through information

dissemination and training, and pre-positioning of response/reaction teams to meet
all foreseeable threats/emergencies. Planning and operation shall be done on an
inter-agency, multi-sectoral basis to optimize the utilization of resources. Goals and
objectives have to be more realistic and attainable.

b. Organization – Inventory of equipment, manpower and

resources of different participating government agencies, non-government
organizations and private entities which can be readily tapped when the situation so
requires. Considered the Council’s frontier in its response are the following
association/groups, but not limited to: medical, contractors, fire volunteers,
mountain climbers, engineers, communications, transport, etc.

c. Accounting – Resources and equipment committed shall be

accounted for maximum utilization/disposition and the proper turn-over of same
after the disaster operations.

d. Coordination - Networking with the LGUs, other government

agencies such as DPWH, DECS, DSWD, the non-government organizations and
private entities.

The deployment of PNP personnel in every municipal/city throughout

the country, become magnanimous to the first line of response mobilized to the
scene/disaster response operation. Rescue and recovery operations shall be
conducted at the Barangay/Municipal/Provincial nearest the disaster incident until
such time that the appropriate agency concerned should have taken over the
control of the rescue operations.

To this end, regular/simulated exercises and drills will be conducted at

all levels to enhance the PNP’s and community reaction capability and ensure
precision and spontaneity in responding to emergencies.

C. TASKS:

1. NHQ, PNP

a. DCO – Command Group supervisor, responsible in the

successful implementation of this LOI.

b. DO

1) OPR for this Letter of Instructions;

3) Supervise and monitor the progress of the activities

of tasked units in the implementation of this LOI;

3) Supervise the implementation of the Strategic

Concepts on continuous improvement of police security service package; and the
operationalization of the Integrated Area/Community Public Safety Plan; and
 4) Perform other tasks as requested/directed.

c. DL

1) Provide equipment and logistical support to all

tasked units; and

2) Perform other tasks as requested/directed.

d. DPCR –

1) Supervise the implementation of the strategic

concepts on Community Oriented Policing System (COPS); linkage with other
NDCC-member agencies, NGOs and CVOs; and effective feedback mechanism; and

2) Perform other tasks as requested/directed.

e. DC

1) Provide necessary fund support for the additional

subsistence allowance/hazardous duty pay of personnel involved in the search and
rescue/recovery operations; and

2) Perform other tasks as requested/directed.

f. DHRDD

1) Design training programs/seminars for all PNP

personnel to enhance their ability in the performance of their assigned duties
relative to this LOI’s operational concept; and

4) Perform other tasks as requested/directed.

2. Police Regional Offices 1-13, ARMM, CAR and NCR

The main implementors of this LOI, thus directed to perform

activities, but not limited to the following:

1) Pursue more meaningful interfacing with other

government agencies through the RDCC, RPOC and other regional coordinating
bodies; prepare and update and operational IA/CPSP of every province and
municipality under their jurisdiction. Review/identify technological, doctrinal and
operational gaps in respective DCC system and disaster management programs in
preparation for emergencies;

2) Operationalize the strategic concept and operational

concept as contained in this LOI. Institutionalize the practice of constant
improvement focusing on operational efficiency, increased speed and corrective
service, and improved internal and public communications;

3) Maintain peace and order and the safeguarding of

essential facilities during disaster or civil disturbances;

4) Provide security coverage in disaster areas, as well as to

government and private officials engaged in disaster relief operations and other
dignitaries assisting/assessing distress areas. Additionally, undertake traffic control
and direction in clearing the streets from vehicular congestion and other
obstructions;
 5) Sustain the participation of LGUs, civil societies, and
volunteer groups/ auxiliary public safety services at the barangay level in
partnership with the community, in providing traffic, safety and security services in
cases of emergency and in times of calamities by promoting the traditional
bayanihan and the spirit of voluntarism. Forge stronger partnerships with civil
society groups, NGOs, civic organizations, private institutions and other service-
oriented groups (police auxiliary) to create a wider scope of operational support
and assistance;

6) Make the community equally pro-active and responsive to

cooperation and collaboration in ensuring a peaceful, stable and safe community;

7) Organize, develop, equip and mobilize PNP Radiological

Response Teams (RQRTs), which shall serve as rapid deployment units that could
quickly deployed to perform precursory police functions in case of radiological
emergencies. Prepare inventory of equipment, facilities, and supplies. Identify items
and programs for procurement and repair;

8) As Chairman, Regional Disaster Coordinating Councils,

except ARMM and CAR, shall perform the following duties and responsibilities,
namely:

a. Establish a physical facilities to be known as the

Regional Disaster Operations Center (RDOC);

b. Coordinate the disaster operations activities in the

region from the RDOC or from any forward operating facility within the region;

c. Implement within the region the guidelines set by

the National Disaster Coordinating Council (NDCC);

d. Advise the Chairman, NDCC on the status of

disaster preparedness programs, disaster operations, and rehabilitation efforts
undertaken by the region and the private sector;

e. Establish policy guidelines on emergency

preparedness and disaster preparedness and disaster operations involving rescue,
relief and rehabilitation for the RDCC;

f. Convene the Council as often as necessary to

effectively coordinate the original efforts on disaster preparedness, emergency
operations, relief, recovery and rehabilitation activities;

g. Call on all military units and government

departments, bureaus, agencies and instrumentalities and corporations as well as
the private sector under the area of their jurisdiction for assistance in preparing for,
reacting to and recovery from the effects/calamities and regional civil emergencies;

h. Advise the Local Disaster Coordinating Councils on

disaster management; and

i. Submit appropriate recommendations to the NDCC

as necessary such as the declaration of a state of calamity in disaster-stricken
areas in the area.

9. Perform other tasks as requested/directed.

 3. National Support Units

a. TMG

1) Ensure that traffic at the disaster area will be

orderly in order to speed up rescue/recovery, relief and rehabilitation operations;
and

2) Perform other tasks as directed/requested.

b. SAF

1) Performs rescue operations and other special

operations that may contribute to the success of disaster relief operations; and

2) Perform other tasks as requested/directed.

c. PCRG

1) Catalyze the organization of

NGOs/volunteers re plans and programs of government agencies and private sector
that will promote community and citizen’s participation in the maintenance of peace
and order and public safety in the disaster area;

2) Assist in providing relief assistance to the victims of

disaster; and

3) Perform other tasks as requested/directed.

d. CLS

1) Provide forensics technical support to PROs; and

2) Perform other tasks as requested/directed.

e. CES –

1) Make available the communication unit to receive/

transmit disaster information, and closely coordinate with the accredited radio
groups for a concerted utilization of their communication facilities, in times of
impending and/or actual emergency; and

2) Perform other tasks as requested/directed.

f. HS

1) Assist in providing medical and dental services to

victims of disaster; and

2) Perform other tasks as requested/directed.

VI. COORDINATING INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Although the possibility of radiological catastrophe is remote in the

local setting, the potential and cataclysmic consequences of such event, the local
PNP units shall prepare and plan courses of actions on radiological emergencies, in
coordination with the Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (PNRI) and the
Philippine Atmosphere. Geophysical and Astronomical Services (PAGASA).
 2. Simulated drills to be regularly conducted to test the effectiveness of
preparations, bring out flaws and weaknesses, and corrective/remedies effected to
heighten levels of readiness of systems, procedures, organization, equipment and
logistics to enhance reaction capability, and ensure precision and spontaneity in
responding to emergencies.

3. The provision of security coverage, hand-in-hand with immediate

relief, rehabilitation and community-based development effort in areas affected by
the disaster/calamity shall be coordinated and synchronized all plans and projects
of all government agencies and instrumentalities.

4. Lateral coordination to create awareness, constant communications

and action among tasked offices/units, other local government agencies, NGOs and
other concerned civilian organizations in carrying out the mission is highly
encouraged/authorized. One player’s problem/concern should be regarded as team
problem.

5. Assistance rendered by NDCC member-agencies, NGOs/volunteers in

the aftermath of disasters and calamities have to be well recognized. Their tangible
effort during the disaster operation eases the load of policeman’s work, which may
become complicated in their absence.

6. PNP Headquarters and other PNP units in the calamity stricken areas
shall not become depositories of relief goods in order that speculations contrary to
moral/decency/honesty, can be avoided.

7. In order to insure uniformity in adopting/implementing the IA/CPSP

concept, all chiefs of police/police supervisors implementing them must always be
guided by the IA/CPSP guidelines and requirements.

8. This Master Plan has been conceived in order to provide a single

reference material, prevent confusion, minimize paperwork, or preclude repetitive
issuances of directives, guidelines or policies applicable to similar situations.

9. All RDs, PROs and Dirs, NSUs shall submit IMPLANs to this LOI NLT
fifteen (15) days from date of receipt of this LOI, and thereafter, periodic reports on
its implementation.

LEANDRO R MENDOZA
Police Director General
Chief, PNP

Annexes:

A. Annex “1”– SAKLOLO Frame work

 B. Guidelines in responding to calamities and disasters that perennially
visit the country with the primary objectives to save life, prevent needless
suffering, protect property, and minimize the damages:

Annex “2”– Presidential Decree No. 1566 dated June 11, 1978 –
Strengthening the Philippine Disaster Control Capability and Establishing the
National Program on Community Disasters Preparedness

Annex “3”– National Disaster Coordinating Council Memorandum

Order No 1 dated January 16, 1989 – Providing for Community-based Rescue,
Evacuation and Relief Operations during Disasters or Emergencies and Encouraging
Volunteerism from among the concerned Citizenry for such Purposes

Annex “4”– Letter of Instructions 13/93 (SAKLOLO) Calamities and

Disaster Preparedness Plan dated April 1, 1993

Annex “5”– Letter of Instructions 33/93 (FIRES) dated April 1, 1993 –

Guidelines on PNP Personnel in Assisting Fire Control and Post Fire Phase

Annex “6” – Letter of Instructions 50/96 (KALIGTASAN) dated October

10, 1996

C. Guidelines to be observed in responding to radiological accidents and

other catastrophes arising from radiation-related incidents

Annex “7”– Revised National Radiological Emergency preparedness

and Response Plan (RADPLAN)

Annex “8” – Letter of Instructions 20/2T (SAKORO) dated August 2,

2000

D. Annex “9” – NAPOLCOM Resolution No 93-037, Implementation of an

Integrated Area/Community Public Safety Plan (IACPSP)

E. Annex “10” – Project “Patrol 117:” DILG Security and Development

Plan

POLICE OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES

(POP)

II. REFRENCES:
 A. Rules 113 and 126 on Criminal Procedure of the 1985 Rules of court;

B. Supreme Court Decision in the case of Ricardo C. Valmonte, et al;

C. MOA between DOLE and NAPOLCOM; and

D. PNP Rules of Engagements dated January 14, 1993

III. PURPOSE

This letter directive prescribes the police operational procedure o be strictly

observed and religiously followed by all PNP units and personnel while in the
conduct of police operations or in the performance of other mandated tasks. This
will enable PNP units/personnel to uniformly and consistently implement the
guidelines and preclude the unnecessary and/or excessive use of force, especially
firearms in the performance of duties. As past experiences will show, there were
instances of operational lapses or deficiencies in decision which unfortunately had
resulted in a number of fatalities, thus seriously damaging the PNP’s image as the
law enforcer and protector of the people. In fact, some personnel have been
unnecessarily charged in court as a consequence of non-observance of the Police
Operational Procedure. Therefore, it is imperative that every policeman should
immediately stop and correct these dysfunctional incidents and aberrations.

Nothing in these police operational procedure shall prevent the formulation of

more detailed guidelines pending the subsequent issuance of a UNIFORM MANUAL
OF OPERATIONS to be promulgated by this Headquarters.
IV. GENERAL RULES:

Regardless of the types of functions to be performed and/or police operations

to be conducted, all PNP units and personnel shall comply with and apply the
following rules:

A. Under all circumstances, the use of force, including firearms, is

justifiable only by virtue of the Doctrines of Self-Defense and
Defense of a Stranger.

B. The use of force, especially firearms, shall be applied only as a last

resort, when all other peaceful and nonviolent means have been
exhausted. Whenever resorted to, only necessary and reasonable
force sufficient to conduct self-defense and/or defense of a stranger
and/or subdue/overcome the clear and imminent danger posed or
resistance being put up by a malefactor or group shall be applied.

C. After a shoot-out, the police officer shall check whether the suspect
still poses danger or he has been wounded and disabled. He shall
then be brought with adequate security to the nearest hospital for
medical treatment.

D. The police siren and megaphon2e shall be used to influence/warn the

offenders/suspects to stop and peacefully give up.

E. The use of force, especially the use of firearm, shall be tempered with
such considerations as keeping foremost in the law enforcers’ minds
the safety of the hostage and prevention of crossfire casualties or
damages to third parties. A reasonable force to neutralize the vehicle
and enemy/suspect’s resistance is sufficient.

F. In case of unavoidable engagement with the criminal elements,

immediate removal of the casualties from the crime scene shall be
undertaken after the necessary sketches, pictures and other
investigative requirements are accomplished. The victims’ bodies
shall always be segregated from those of the suspects. All the SOP’s
of crime scene investigation shall be strictly followed.

G. Human rights shall be strictly observed and respected at all times.

IV. SPECIAL RULES:

In addition to the General Rules, the PNP personnel shall conform with and
observe the guidelines and procedures for every police function or operation as
follows:

1. Rules on Arrests:

a. All arrests shall be effected pursuant to Rule 113 of the 1985

Rules on Criminal Procedures, as amended.

b. It shall be the duty of the officer executing the warrant, to

arrest the accused and to deliver him to the nearest police station or jail without
delay.

c. The head of the office to whom the warrant of arrest has been
delivered for execution, shall cause the warrant to be executed within (10) days
from receipt thereof. If the accused/respondent is not arrested within the said
period, the station concerned shall submit a report thereof to the court of origin
also within ten (10) days following the expiration of the original 10 day validity.

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 d. An arrest, unless dictated by grave urgency, shall not be carried
out in the middle of the night, during Saturdays, Sundays or legal holidays to give
the suspect the opportunity to exercise his right to bail.

e. A peace officer effecting warrantless arrest shall strictly comply

with the rules on arrests and give due regard to the dignity and right of the
individual to be arrested.

2. Rules on Searches and Seizures:

a. All searches and seizures shall be conducted in accordance with

Rule 126 of the Rules on Criminal Procedure, as amended.

b. Personal property, papers and other valuables shall not be taken

without a search warrant, except dangerous weapons or anything which may be
used as proof of the commission of an offense.

c. Search of house room or premise should be made in the

presence of two witnesses of sufficient age and discretion residing in the same
locality particularly when the lawful occupant is not present in the area.

3. Rules on Check/Choke Points:

a. Only mobile checkpoints are authorized and they shall be

established only in conjunction with on-going operations/situation, or when there is
a need to arrest a criminal or fugitive from justice. The conduct of searches and
arrests in said checkpoints shall be done with civility and with due regard to the
innocent passersby and commuters. The area, where the checkpoints are
established, shall be properly lighted, and legible and clear signs shall be exhibited
to show that the searches are being conducted. Enforcement officers shall at all
times be in uniform with their identification cards and nameplates on, and led by an
officer with the rank of at least an Inspector. Strictly, there shall be no mulcting,
extortion nor harassment of drivers, passengers, traders, etc.

b. In the event checkpoints/roadblocks are ignored and the

motorists/suspects bump the roadblock in an attempt to elude arrest or avoid
inspections, the team leader shall automatically contact the adjacent units for the
conduct of pursuit operation and/or by setting up of road blocks against the fleeing
motorists/suspects. Warning shot is not encouraged due to the confusion it can
create to the driver/passengers of the vehicles. Megaphone or police siren shall be
used instead of warning shots. Notation of the Plate Number of the vehicle is a
must since the vehicle may be able elude the pursuit operations.

c. In the event the occupants of the vehicles fire towards the

personnel manning the checkpoint, overkill tendencies shall be avoided to avoid
tragic and embarrassing situations which can adversely affect the organization and
the government. Reasonable force to immobilize the vehicle and/or neutralize the
suspect’s resistance shall be sufficient.

4. Rules on Saturation Drives

a. Saturation drives can only be conducted in:

1.) Critical areas pinpointed as places where criminals are

hiding.

2.) Prostitution dens, lairs of prohibited drug users/dealers

and places where illegal gambling and other illegal activities proliferate.

b. Police saturation drives, if conducted, shall strictly comply with

the statutory requirements on warrants of arrest and search warrants, and shall be
done with due regard to the human rights of the persons in the area, including
those to be arrested.

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 c. To undertake the actual arrest, the police operatives shall,
whenever possible, limit themselves to the specific residences where the suspects
may be found, except in cases of hot pursuit.

d. The police operations must be led by an officer of responsible

and accountable position, accompanied by any of the duly elected barangay
(village) officials in the area, and the names of the persons arrested shall be
properly entered in the barangay docket, including the names of the arresting
officers and the reason or reasons therefor.

e. Saturation drives must be conducted in an orderly and

disciplined manner, and as such, law enforcement agents are prohibited from
brandishing their weapons, or pointing them at innocent residents.

f. Intrusions of residences and acts tantamount to invasion of

privacy and acts degrading to human dignity are strictly prohibited.

5. Rules on Civil Disturbance Management (CDM) Operations

during strikes, lockouts and labor disputes:

The pertinent provisions of the Public Assembly Act of 1985 (Batas Pambansa
Blg 8500), the Labor Code of the Philippines, as amended and other applicable
laws, shall be observed during rallies, strikes, demonstrations or other public
assemblies. Accordingly, law enforcement agents shall at all times, exercise
maximum tolerance. No excessive or unreasonable force shall be employed on
such occasions as to maim or harm individuals. Only such force as may be
necessary and reasonable to prevent or repel an aggression may be used, and only
as a last resort. The employment of teargas and water cannons shall be made
under the proper advisement and command of a responsible or superior police
officer. No arrest of any leader, organizer or participant shall be made during the
public assembly unless he violates during the assembly any of the pertinent laws.

General Policy

a. The involvement of the PNP during strikes, lockouts and labor

disputes in general shall be limited to the maintenance of peace and order,
enforcement of laws and legal orders of duly constituted authorities.

b. Any request for police assistance shall specify the acts to be

performed or conducted by PNP personnel.

c. Unless directed by the President or personally by the Chairman,

NAPOLCOM, upon consultation with the Secretary of Labor and Employment or
when requested by the latter, personnel from the AFP shall not intervene nor be
utilized in any labor dispute.

d. A peace-keeping detail shall be established in a strike or

lockout area, when deemed necessary for the purpose of maintaining peace and
order in the area. The members of the peace-keeping detail shall stay outside the
50 meter radius from the picket line, except, if the 50 meter radius includes public
thoroughfares.

e. Any person who obstructs the free and lawful ingress to and
egress from the employee’s premises in contemplation of Article 264, par. (e) of the
Labor Code, as amended, or who obstructs public thoroughfares may be arrested
and accordingly charged in court.

f. In the matter of determining whether a strike, picket or lockout

is legal or not, should be left to DOLE and its appropriate agencies.

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 g. During the pendency of a strike/lockout, the police and the
military personnel concerned are discouraged from socializing with any of the
parties involved in the controversy.

6. Role of PNP personnel during eviction and/or demolition of

squatters dwellings:

a. PNP participation shall only be limited to giving security

assistance to such eviction/demolition activities.

b. PNP members shall observe maximum tolerance. However,

when the eviction/demolition escalates to such a degree – or develops to actual
disturbance – which is already beyond the capability of the demolition team, PNP
elements shall employ reasonable force to quell the disturbance.

V. COORDINATING INSTRUCTIONS:

A. Mechanics of implementation of the foregoing rules of engagements

shall be thoroughly discussed to all concerned. For this purpose, respectable
government prosecutors, Commission on Human Rights lawyers, and other qualified
resources persons shall be invited to elucidate on them among respective units and
personnel. Report compliance on this matter shall be submitted to this Hqs (Attn:
ODO) ASAP.

B. Thorough dissemination and deep internalization thereof shall be

ensured and made to filter down to the police stations and to the last man in every
unit.

C. As a matter of operational SOP, before any unit or element is

dispatched, all concerned shall be reminded about the General Rules and the
Special Rules applicable to the type of operations to be conducted or functions to be
performed.

D. After every operation, debriefing shall be conducted to emphasize the

lessons learned as part of educating the members of the unit.

E. In any operation to be conducted, person to person coordination by

the operating units with the units having jurisdiction of the area shall be
done to enhance immediate cooperation and avoid misencounter. Operation Center
of said units shall monitor the operation being conducted and be ready to relay to
all concerned elements significant developments that may happen that need
immediate action.

F. Observance and implementation of these rules by respective units and

personnel are considered command responsibility.

G. Non-observance of these rules shall be dealt with drastically and shall,

ipso facto, be considered evidence of negligence in any administrative proceeding.

H. Within thirty (30) days from receipt of this Memorandum, all regional
Directors and Directors of National Support Units shall submit detailed
implementing guidelines on all aspects of police operations for consolidation by this
Hqs (Attn: ODO). Said consolidated guidelines shall be the basis of a Manual of
Operations to be uniformity observed thereafter.

I. This revised directive shall take effect immediately. Letter-Directive of

this Hqs dtd January 14, 1993, subject as above, and all other previous issuances
in conflict with this revised directive are hereby rescinded or modified accordingly.

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 UNIVERSAL DECLARATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS

PREAMBLE

WHEREAS recognition of the inherent dignity and of the equal inalienable

rights of the members of the human family is the foundation of freedom, justice
and peace in the world.

WHEREAS disregard and contempt for human rights have resulted in

barbarous acts which have outraged the conscience of mankind, and the advent of
a world in which human beings shall enjoy freedom of speech and belief and
freedom from fear and want has been proclaimed as the highest aspiration of the
common people

WHEREAS it is essential, if man is not to be compiled to have recourse, as a

last resort, to rebellion against tyranny and oppression, that human rights should
be protected by the rule of law,

WHEREAS it is essential to promote the development of friendly relations

between nations,

WHEREAS the peoples of the United Nations have in the Charter reaffirmed
their faith in fundamental human rights, in the dignity and worth of the human
person and in the equal rights of men and women and have determined to promote
social progress and better standards of life in larger freedom.,

WHEREAS Member States have pledged themselves to achieve, in co-

operation with the United nations, the promotion of universal respect for and
observance of human rights and fundamental freedoms,
WHEREAS a common understanding of these rights and freedom is of the
greatest importance for the full realization of this pledge.

NOW THEREFORE, the General Assembly, proclaims this Universal

Declaration of Human rights as a common standard of achievement for all peoples
and all nations, to the end that every individual and every organ of society, keeping
this declaration constantly in mind, shall strive by teaching and education to
promote respect for these rights and freedoms and by progressive measures,
national and international, to secure their universal and effective recognition and
observance, both among the peoples of member States themselves and among the
peoples of territories under their jurisdiction.

Article I

All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights. They are
endowed with reasons and conscience and should act towards one another in a
spirit of brotherhood.

Article 2

1. Everyone is entitled to all rights and freedom set forth in this

Declaration, without distinction of any kind, such as race, color, sex, language.,
religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or other
status.

2. Furthermore, no distinction shall be made on the basis of the political,

jurisdiction or international status of the country or territory to which a person
belongs, whether it be independent, trust, non-self governing or under any other
limitation of sovereignty.

Article 3

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 Everyone has the right to life, liberty and the security of person.

Article 4

No one shall be held in slavery or servitude; slavery and the slave

trade shall be prohibited in all their forms.

Article 5

No one shall be subjected to torture or to cruel, inhuman or degrading

treatment or punishment.

Article 6

Everyone has the right to recognition everywhere as a person before the law.

Article 7

All are equal before the law and are entitled without any discrimination to
equal protection of the law. All are entitled to equal protection against any
discrimination in violation of this Declaration and against any incitement to such
discrimination

Article 8

Everyone has the right to an effective remedy by the competent national

tribunals for acts violating the fundamental rights granted him by the constitution
or by law.

Article 9

No one shall be subject to arbitrary arrest, detention or exile.

Article 10

Everyone is entitled in full equality to a far and public hearing by an

independent and impartial tribunal, in the determination of his of his rights and
obligations and of any criminal charge against him.

Article 11

1. Everyone charged with a penal offense has the right to be presumed

innocent until proved guilty according to law in a public trial at which he has all the
guarantees necessary for his defense.

2. No one shall be held guilty of any penal offense on account of any act
or omission which did not constitute a penal offense under national or international
law, at the time when it was committed. Nor shall a heavier penalty be imposed
than one that was applicable at the time the penal offense was committed.

Article 12

No one shall be subjected to arbitrary interference with his privacy, family,

home or correspondence, nor to attack upon his honor and reputation. Everyone
has the right to the protection of the law against such interference or attacks.

Article 13

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 1. Everyone has the right to freedom of movement and residence within
the borders of each state.
2. Everyone has the right to leave any country, including his own, and to
return to his country.

Article 14

1. Everyone has the right to seek and to enjoy in other countries asylum
from persecution.

2. This ,right may not be invoked in the case of prosecutions genuinely

arising from non-political crimes or from acts contrary to the purposes and
principles of the United Nations.

Article 15

1. Everyone has the right to a nationality.

2. No one shall be arbitrarily deprived of his nationality nor denied the

right to change his nationality

Article 16

1. Men and women of full age, without any limitation due to race,
nationality or religion, have the right to marry and to find a family. They are
entitled to equal rights as to marriage, during marriage and at its dissolution.

2. Marriage shall be entered into only with the free and full consent of the
intending spouses.

3. The family is the natural and fundamental group unit of society and is
entitled to protection by society ands the States

Article 17

1. Everyone has the right to own property alone as well as in association

with other.
2. No one shall be arbitrarily deprived of his property.

Article 18

Everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression, this right
includes freedom to change his religion or belief, and freedom, either alone or in
community with others and in public or private, to manifest his religion or belief in
teaching, practice, worship and observance,

Article 19

Everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression, this right
includes freedom to hold opinions without interference and to seek, receive and
impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers.

Article 20

1. Everyone has the right to freedom of peaceful assembly and

association.

2. No one may be compelled to belong to an association

Article 21

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 1. Everyone has the right to take part in the government of his country,
directly or through freely chosen representatives.

2. Everyone has the right to equal access to public service in his country.

3. The will of the people shall be the basis of the authority of

government; this will be expressed in periodic and genuine elections which shall be
by universal and equal suffrage ands shall be held by secret vote or by equivalent
free voting procedures.

Article 22

Everyone, as a member of society, has the right to social security and is

entitled to realization, through national effort and international co-operation and in
accordance with the organization and resources of each State, of the economic,
social and cultural rights indispensable for his dignity and the free development of
his personality

Article 23

1. Everyone has the right to work, to free choice of employment, to just

and favorable condition of work and to protection against unemployment.

2. Everyone, without any discrimination, has the right to equal pay for
equal work.

3. Everyone who works has the right to just and favorable remuneration
insuring for himself and his family an existence worthy of human dignity, and
supplemented, if necessary, by other means of social protections.

4. Everyone has the right to form and to join trade unions for the
protection of his interests.

Article 24

Everyone has the right to rest and leisure, including reasonable limitation of
working hours and periodic holidays with pay.

Article 25

1. Everyone has the right to a standard of living adequate for the health
and well-being of himself and of his family, including food, clothing, housing and
medical care and necessary social services, and the right to security in the event of
unemployment, sickness, disability, widowed, old age or other lack of livelihood in
circumstances beyond his control.

2. Motherhood and childhood are entitled to special care and assistance.

All children whether born in or out of wedlock, shall enjoy the same social
protection.

Article 26

1. Everyone has the right to education. Education shall be free, at least

in the elementary and fundamental stages. Elementary education shall be
compulsory. Technical and professional education shall be made generally available
and higher education shall be accessible to all on the basis of merit.

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 2. Education shall be directed to the full development of the human
personality and to the strengthening of respect for human rights and fundamental
freedoms. It shall promote understanding tolerance and friendship among all
nations

3. Parents have a prior right to choose the kind of education that shall be
given to their children.

Article 27

1. Everyone has the right to participate in the cultural life of the

community, to enjoy the arts and to share in scientific advancement and its
benefits.

2. Everyone has the right to the protection of the moral and material
interests resulting from any scientific, literacy or artistic production of which he is
the author.

Article 28

Everyone is entitled to a social and international order in which the rights and
freedoms set forth in this Declaration can be fully realized.

Article 29

1. Everyone has duties to the community in which the alone the free and
full development of his personality is possible.

2. In the exercise of his rights and freedoms, everyone shall be subject

only to such limitations as are determined by law solely for the purpose of securing
due recognition and respect for the rights and freedoms of others and of meeting
the just requirements of morality, public order and the general welfare in a
democratic society.

3. These rights and freedom may in no case be exercised contrary to the

purposes and principles of the United Nations.

Article 30

Nothing in this declaration may be interpreted as implying for any Sate,

group or persons any right to engage in any activity or to perform any act aimed at
the destruction of any of the rights and freedom set forth herein.

EXPLANATORY NOTES:

With the exception perhaps of Article 22 the entirely of the principles of the
Universal Declaration of Human Rights can all be found under existing Philippine
laws.

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 Republic of the Philippines
Department of the Interior and Local Government
NATIONAL POLICE COMMISSION
NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF, PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE
Camp Crame, Quezon City

TO : See Distribution

SUBJECT : LOI 24/06 “AGAP” (Modified)

DATE :

REFERENCES:

a. National Peace and Development Plans;

b. LOI 05/06 (Special Oversight Committee) dated January 30, 2006; and

c. LOI 38/Y2 (Action Plan “AGAP”) dated October 16, 2000.

SITUATION:

For CY 2005 until March 21, 2006, there were 19 NPA Terrorists-
initiated attacks/harassments against MPS/outposts that resulted in 6 KIA and
13 WIA of PNP personnel to include 1 civilian KIA and 1 civilian WIA, loss of 105
HP and 52 LP FAs. Only 2 attacks/raids against the MPS were successfully
repelled.

Under LOI 05/06, a Special Oversight Committee was created to immediately

conduct an investigation and assessment of PNP Units/Stations that were
raided/attacked/harassed by the LCTs and other armed groups to prevent occurrence of
the same in the future.

MISSION:

The PNP shall implement counter measures at the Police

Station/
Detachment level to prevent attacks, harassments and other atrocities of the LCTs
against PNP personnel and facility.

CONCEPT OF IMPLEMENTATION:

The PNP shall conduct proactive and reactive measures for implementation of
every PNP personnel, Chiefs of Police/Detachment Commanders, to prevent any Police
Station/detachment from being attacked and police personnel from being ambushed or
liquidated by the LCTs. The following are the activities associated with these measures
to serve as supplement to all other protective actions already adopted and being
implemented at the police station level.

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 A. Proactive Measures:

1. Personnel and Training

1.a) Designation of more competent Provincial Directors and

Chiefs of Police in areas where LCTs predominate.

1.b) Re-orient the mind of our men that the PNP is now in the
forefront in the fight against the insurgents, in order to regain back the “will to fight” of
our personnel.

1.c) Increase the number of police personnel in high-risk

municipal police stations to at least twenty (20).

1.d) Designation of Security Officer whose main function is to

oversee the security of the MPS.

1.e) Assignment of personnel to MPS native to the locality must

be discouraged. At least his assignment must be two (2) municipalities away.

1.f) The relieved COP shall not be designated to any key

position within one (1) year after relief, and shall undergo retraining together with the
other personnel of the station in the RHQ.

1.g) Designation of COP should be based on competence and

not on affinity closeness to the LCE.

1.h) Strict observance and monitoring in the conduct of

unit/individual proficiency firing.

1.i) At least 50% of MPS personnel strength have

completed/undergone ISO-related courses.

1.j) Everyone must at all times be suspicious and fully aware of

what is happening in the surrounding, and must be combat ready at all times, even in
off-duty hours.

1.k) Include ISO related subjects in the POI of basic recruits and
PNPA cadets.

2. Intelligence /Investigation

a) Make use of intelligence information provided by higher offices

and other friendly units.

b) Enhance information collection effort through the Barangay

Intelligence Net.

c) Strengthen the organization and utilization of Crime Watch

Groups, other NSOs and volunteer groups.

d) Maximize the use of IALAG.

3. Operational Measures

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 1. Conduct foot and mobile patrols especially in
areas likely to be used by LCTs as staging points, and check on
suspicious looking persons or groups. The “buddy-buddy system”
during movements of personnel shall be strictly observed.

2. Regular conduct of dry run or exercise of the Station

Defense Plan using different attack scenarios to include those in the clusters, and
correction of defects noted.

3. Establish Advance Security Control Points (ASCP),

whose detailed personnel must be very familiar with LCT personalities operating
in the area.

4. Check the personnel distribution/profile/training (EOD

capability). Training for EOD capability build-up should be looked into, even to
the point of having the support of nearest AFP units in the area.

5. Check the firearms distribution of the personnel in the Police

Station, also making sure that each personnel knows how to handle such firearms.

6. Cluster high-risks MPS into groups.

7. Ensure the belief among personnel that when they are under
attack, the station or PMG nearest their besieged station would reinforce them soonest.
This could be realized by actually conducting dry runs among clusters of MPS.

8. Establish rallying points routes and roads to be used when

providing reinforcement to MPS under attack.

9. Establish good working relation with the AFP in respective

AORs.

10. HPFA shall always be carried by the person at all times

during his tour of duty. Use of slings are discouraged.

4. Physical Infrastructure

4.a) Redesign the offices by providing “window-type” transaction

areas, where direct access to the main office are restrained.

4.b) As much as possible, MPS must be separated from the

Municipal Government building/office.

4.c) Construct towers or elevated platforms in front of MPS.

Occupying high level during firefights is always an advantage.

4.d) Provide street barricades/obstructions to avoid easy

vehicular access to the police station/detachment.

4.e) Use sand bags/logs to strengthen outposts or offices from

direct enemy fire.

5. Police Community Relations (PCR) Activities

a) Initiate the activation of Peoples Organizations (POs) to include

Brgy Tanod/Volunteer Groups.

b) Regular Conduct of Police Information and Education Activities

to all personnel of the police station, particularly on security measures against LCTs.

6. Modus Operandi of the LCTs

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 The LCT’s strictly adhere to Mao Tse Tung’s sixteen character
formula which states: “When the enemy advances, we retreat; when the enemy camps,
we harass; when the enemy tires, we attack; when the enemy withdraws, we pursue.”
The NPA is also guided by Mao’s dictum “concentrate a superior force to destroy the
enemy one by one”.

All commanders and PNP personnel must be familiar with the

following LCT MOs:

a) They use superior force, element of surprise, deception and

intimidation in every attack. They always outnumber the PNP personnel at least 3:1 or
4:1 in some cases. They arrive in the station without anyone noticing them, as if they
just suddenly appear from nowhere, thus catching everyone by surprise. More often
than not, they pretend to be members of the AFP (clad in army uniforms), or the PNP
(wearing PNP uniforms), or the NBI (with NBI markings on their jackets) or the
NAPOLCOM (in formal barong). Some pose as rape victims or complainants, and other
forms of tricks. Of late, the NPA used a Mayor as hostage in gaining entrance to the
police station. In certain cases where the PNP opted to fight it out with them, the LCTs
used “psyops”. They try to convince the policemen to surrender and that the NPAs only
want the PNPs firearm and ammunition. Sometimes they deliver big volume of
automatic fire, grenade launchers and shout at the PNP defenders to prove a point.
Some PNP personnel gave in and the LCTs killed them anyway.

b) While all appears to be at the police station, a good number

of LCTs are also pre-positioned at all avenues of approach to the station. This is
primarily to serve as blocking forces or ambush sites for any friendly reinforcements
from the government.

c) In all of these incidents, the LCTs used vehicles for

transporting troops. The vehicles are sometimes marked government vehicles, hijacked
privately owned vehicles or rented public utility vehicles.

d) All attacked MPS/detachments are within or in the immediate

vicinity of an influenced barangay, meaning the NPA uses its mass base, the front or
sectoral organization in its tactical offensive.

e) The time of attack depends on the diversionary tactics or

deception they are going to use. Filing a complaint or inspection generally is during
office hours, while harassments are during wee hours of the morning. They usually
know what time the PNP personnel are relax or security is loose, and almost always
during meal time (breakfast, lunch and dinner).

B. Reactive Measures:

1. Strictly implement the Station Defense Plan, in relation to the

clustering of high-risk municipal stations defense system.

2. Conduct retaliatory combat operations such as counter

ambush and hot pursuit operations.

3. A formal investigation be undertaken to include creation of

the Board of Survey to determine culpability and accountability of lost firearms and
destroyed government facility and equipment.

4. Relief of all personnel and re-training as a consequence of

not being able to defend the police station/detachment. The Chief of Police shall not be
given a Command position for at least a year.

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V. TASKS:

A. DIRECTORIAL STAFF

1. DO

a) Monitor progress and development of this action plan;

b) Coordinate closely with the Joint AFP-PNP Secretariat on

Internal Security Coordinating System (ISCS) for the continuous evaluation and
assessment of the ISO condition of the country;

c) Monitor the operationalization of the IA/CPSP; and

d) Perform other task as ordered.

2. DPCR

a) Assist the PROs in the establishment of effective inter-

agency linkages with concerned government units and NGOs;

b) Develop and pursue PCR activity designed to gain the support

and cooperation of the population on the government; and

c) Perform other task as directed.

3. DPRM

a) Fill up personnel strength of high-risk municipalities to

at least 20 personnel;

b) Recommend the replacement and/or reshuffle of line

commanders when necessary;

c) Strictly implement the policies and guidelines or the

proper selection of line commanders; and

d) Perform other task as directed.

4. DI

a) Intensify conduct of intelligence special projects and

case operation plans on high-value targets;

b) Provide timely and relevant intelligence estimates to COPs and

Detachment Commanders;

c) Enhance CI at the station level; and

d) Perform other task as directed.

5. DIDM

a) Ensure the operationalization of IALAG at the Provincial level;

and

b) Perform other task as directed.

6. DL

a) Study the possibility of issuing shotguns in lieu of the high-

powered firearms to high-risk areas;

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 b) Allocate and re-allocate vehicles, firearms and other equipment
based on threat situation;

c) Fast-track the construction of MPSs separate from the municipal

buildings; and

d) Perform other task as directed.

7. DPL

a) Re-organize the RMGs and PMGs according to the new Role of

the PNP in ISO; and

b) Perform other task as ordered.

8. DC

a) Provide additional funds of the tasked units;

b) Ensure inclusion of budget for the construction of new Police

Stations; and

c) Performs other task as directed.

9. DHRDD

a) Provide SCOUT training to all personnel assigned to MPS,

RMGs and PMGs;

b) Provide investigation training to these involved in the

implementation of IALAG; and

c) Perform other task as directed.

10. DRD

a) Conduct continuous research on organizational and individual

equipment appropriate for Internal Security Operations; and

b) Perform other task as directed.

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 B. NSUs

1. SAF

a) Act as principal maneuver force of the PNP;

b) Sustain training and retraining of personnel for ISO;

and

c) Perform other task as ordered.

2. ES

a) Redesign the plan for police stations taking into

considerations the findings of the Special Oversight Committee; and

b) Perform other task as ordered.

3. ASG

Perform mandated tasks.

4. MG

Perform mandated tasks.

5. PCRG

a) Assist in the conduct of PCR operations to support high-

risks MPS; and

b) Perform other task as directed.

6. IG

a) Conduct special intelligence and case operation plans

against high-value targets;

b) Enhance CI measures at the Provincial and station level; and

c) Perform other task as directed.

7. CIDG

a) Main operation for the implementation of IALAG; and

b) Perform other task as directed.

8. PSPO

Perform mandated tasks.

9. CES

Perform mandated tasks.

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 C. PROs

1) Direct the immediate implementation of this action plan and make sure
that every COP knows and understands the intent and purpose of this plan;

2) Reorient the belief and thinking of everyone that the PNP is now in the
forefront in the fight against the insurgents;

3) Develop the capability of the line units to be able to defend themselves

and be able to initiate offensive actions; and

4) Conduct additional security measures as necessary.

VI. COORDINATING INSTRUCTIONS:

1) Ensure good working relationship with the AFP, the LGEs and the
populace in general;

2) Ensure effective working relation with the AFP, actively participate

in the regional and provincial meetings of the Joint AFP-PNP Internal Security
Coordinating System (ISCS);

3) Respect for human rights shall be paramount, and strict adherence

with the PNP Operational Procedures (Revised Rules of Engagement) shall
always be emphasized in all police operations; and

4) This action plan supersedes LOI 38/Y2 (Action Plan “AGAP”) dated
October 16, 2000.

VII. EFFECTIVITY:

This LOI takes effect immediately.

ARTURO C LOMIBAO
Police Director General
Chief, PNP

Distribution:

Command Group
D – Staff
All RDs
All D, NSUs

APB/LTP/TBC/JCM/RVP/malt/aba/DO-ISOD

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 Republic of the Philippines Department of the Interior and Local Government
National Police Commission
Philippine National Police Camp Crame, Quezon City
August 8, 2002

LOI "SANTINIG - ALPHA"( PNP Media Policy)

References: (See Appendix "A")

I, SITUATION

General
Time and again newspaper re have placed the entire Philippine National Police (PNP) organization in a bad
light. The prevailing perception of the police by the public due to negative publicity by the mass media certainly
affects the disposition and morale of the personnel and to a significant extent erodes public confidence.
This is in addition to tri-media's accounts of events involving police officers that invariably emphasize the
negative side of the policeman's job is what the "undesirables" do that gets published and further sensationalized.
The misdeeds of a few "undesirables" or scalawags far negate the efforts of the majority of the policemen who are
doing their jobs well with professionalism, dedication, commitment and sacrifice.
The good deeds are often relegated to the inside pages in short, single paragraphs while the bad such as
abusive policemen, policemen suspected of involvement in robberies, alleged acts of extortion or kotong" and
alleged human rights violations are preferred that often merit front page treatment.
The local press gives more emphasis to the gory and the bizarre. The fierce competition that is so
prevalent in the news business contributes immensely to the licentiousness of the media. Good news does not sell.
Bad news does.
The public perception of the PNP will remain to be shaped largely by the tri-media. The enemies of the
state will continue to exploit the media erode the confidence of the people in the police service and weaken its
electiveness as a law enforcement body.
Such situations have developed for a number of reasons, The most common is that Directors/Commanders
concerned tend to believe at giving statements and answering questions of the media are the sole reactions of the
Public Information Officers, Police Community Relations Officers, and the Chief, PNP himself.
Apparently, some police personnel have lost sight of the fact that Police Community Relations is every
policeman's responsibility.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE

This Letter of Instructions prescribes policies and guidelines for -embers of the chain of command in all
levels-of the PNP for the release a"1d dissemination of public information to print and broadcast news media and
answering questions pertaining to cases handled as well as issues and occurrences affecting the PNP.
This is done as a way of pre-empting unnecessary criticisms and reputations that are often due to
conjectures and speculations made by the media in the absence of accurate and detailed information which go to
newspaper accounts and stories.
All implementing plans of subordinate units shall conform with the guidelines provided for in this LOI.

MISSION
The PNP endeavors to provide the tri-media adequate, accurate, event and timely information regarding its
major activities and programs :0 include significant accomplishments.

IV. OBJECTIVES,
A. To gain public trust, confidence and support for the PNP;
B. To inform the public of the major accomplishments, projects and programs of the PNP;
C. To provide, through the mass media, a positive climate of public attitude and perception that is
conducive to the PNP's effective conduct of police operations;

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 D. To provide a system for the development, production and dissemination of information, both for internal
and external audiences to enhance and/or counter various issues affecting the organization.
E. To address enemy propaganda through broad and sustained information dissemination ;

V. POLICY

It is the policy of the Philippine National Police (PNP) to cooperate fully and impartially with authorized
news media representatives in their efforts to gather factual, public information pertaining to activities of the PNP
as long as these activities do not unduly interfere with police operations, infringe upon individual rights or violate
the law. .

VI. DEFINITIONS

Public Information

Information that may be of interest to the general public regarding policy, procedures or events involving
the PNP or other newsworthy information that is not legally protected, which does not unduly interfere with the
mission of the police, infringe upon the rights of a defendant or compromise the legitimate safety and privacy
interests of officers, victims, witnesses or othersNews Media Representative.
Those individuals who are directly employed by news agencies of the electronic or print media such as
radio, television
and newspapers. Freelance workers in this field are to be regarded as other members of the general public unless
otherwise designated by the departmental chief executive.

Public Information Office (PIO)

The Public Information Officer serves as the central source of information for release by the PNP and
responds to requests for information by the news media and the community.

VII. PROCEDURES

A. Duties of the Public Information Officer

The PNP PIO is available to:

1. Assist news personnel in covering routine news stories, and at the scenes of incidents;
2. Assist the news media on an on-call basis;
3. Prepare and distribute news releases;
4. Arrange for and assist at news conferences;
5. Coordinate and authorize the release of information about victims, witnesses, and suspects.
6. Assist in crisis situations confronting the PNP; and
7. Coordinate the release of authorized information concerning confidential police investigations
operations.
8. Since the PNP PIO is a member of the personnel staff of the C, PNP, press releases and statements
coming from his office shall be limited to pronouncements of the C, PNP, on cases or issues of national
significance.
9. In cases and/or issues of local significance, the PNP PIO shall, as a matter of course, facilitate access
of tri-media with PNP commanders concerned.
B. Cooperation with the Media

1. Authorized news media representatives shall have reasonable access to the PIO, the Director for Police
Community Relations, the Director for Operations and/or the Chief, PNP if the information is of utmost importance,
as governed by this policy. When information must be denied to a media representative, the basis for that denial
shall be fully and courteously explained.

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 2. The PNP recognizes authorized identification from all local, national and international news
organizations. Failure of media personnel to present authorized identification may provide grounds for restricting
access to requested information or to incident scenes.
3. Public information may be provided to the media as promptly as circumstances. allow, without partiality
and in as objective a manner as possible.
4. Public information may be provided to media representatives by telephone if the identity of the
representative is known or can be authenticated.
5. Ranking officers at crime or incident scenes may release information of a factual nature to the media as
governed by this policy or refer the inquiry to the PIO. Where the officer is unsure of the facts or propriety of
releasing information, he shall refer the inquiry to the PIO.
6. Written press statements shall be released only following the approval of the PIO or the Chief, PNP.
7. The PNP Central Operations Center shall inform the Directorate Staff Duty Officer (OS DO) as soon as
possible upon receipt of information about events or activities that may have media interest and that need the
immediate attention of the Chief, PNP, the Secretary of the Interior and Local Government and the President.
8. The PNP Command Duty Officer (COO) shall be responsible for ensuring that the PIO or the Director for
Operations are informed of events that may have media interest.

c. Investigative Information

From the initial stage of a criminal investigation until the completion of trial or disposition without trial,
police personnel shall refer all requests for information to the Pia.

1. Information which may be released in connection with investigations includes:

a. the type or nature of an event or crime;
b. the location, date and time, injuries sustained, damages and a general description of how the incident
occurred;
c. type and quantity of property taken;
d. the identity and approximate address of a victim with the exception of sex crime victims, and other cases
where reprisals or intimidation may be employed;
e. requests for aid in locating evidence, a complainant or a suspect;
f. numbers of officers or people involved in an event or an investigation ;and
g. name of officer on case , his supervisor and unit assignment. However the name of an undercover
agent will not be released at any time.

2. Information which may not be released in connection with investigations of an event or crime, unless
authorized .by the Chief, PNP or the Unit Director.
a. the identity of a suspect prior to arrest unless such information would aid in apprehending the suspect
or serve to warn the public of potential danger;
b. the identity of any victim of a sex crime or any related information which if divulged will lead to the victims
identity;
c. the identity of victims or witnesses if such disclosure would prejudice an investigation to any significant
degree, or if it would place the victim in personal danger;
d. the identity of any juvenile who is a suspect or defendant in a case subject to the jurisdiction of the
juvenile court and the Department of Welfare and Social Services (DSWD).
e. The identity of any critically injured or deceased person prior to notification of the next of kin;
f. The result of any investigative procedure such as lineups, polygraph tests, fingerprint comparison,
ballistics test or other procedures. The fact that these tests have been performed maybe revealed without further
comment.
g. Information which, if prematurely released, may interfere with the investigation or apprehension such as
the nature of leads, specifics of a modus operandi or "MO" details of the crime known only to the perpetrator and
the police or information that may cause the suspect to flee or more effectively avoid apprehension.
h. Information that maybe of evidentiary value in a criminal proceeding;
I. Specific cause of death unless officially determined by the medical examiner or the medico legal;

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 J. The home address or telephone number of any member of the unit.

D. Arrest Information

1. Following arrest, issuance of an arrest warrant, or filing of a case by the police or an information by the
prosecutors, it is permissible to release:

a. the name of the accused, his age, residence, occupation and family status;
b. the time and place of arrest, whether pursuit or resistance was encountered, whether weapons were
used, charges filed against the suspect, and description of contraband seized;
c. the identity of the arresting officers and the duration of investigation unless the officers are engaged in
undercover operations; and
d. the amount of bail bond, scheduled court dates and place of the suspect's detention.
2. Following the arrest and formal filing of charges against a suspect but prior to promulgation of sentence, the
following types of information should not be released without express permission of the Chief, PNP or the Unit
Director:

a. Prior criminal conviction record, character or reputation of the defendant;

b. Existence or any content of any confession' admission or a statement of a defendant or his failure or
unwillingness to make a statement;
c. Performance or any results of any tests made, or a defendant's refusal to submit to tests such as a
polygraph;
d. Identity, statement or expected testimony of any witness of victim;
e. Any opinion about the guilt or the innocence of a defendant or the merits of the case;
f. Any opinion or knowledge of the potential for a plea bargain or other pre-trial action.

E. Special Considerations - Criminal Matters

1. PNP personnel shall extend every reasonable courtesy to news media representatives at crime scenes.
This may include closer access of personnel and equipment than available to the general public to the degree that it
does not interfere with the police mission or the movement of traffic;
2. The news media shall not be allowed to access to any area or scene of an incident or crime where there
is a possibility that evidence may be damaged, tampered, altered, or destroyed or otherwise prejudiced by its
existence being published or portrayed.
3. Once evidence has been processed, removed and secured by the department, the media may be
allowed to enter by permission of the Chief Investigating Officer at the scene.
a. On private property, photography, film or videotape recording requires the permission of the owner or
the owner's representative.
b.. Suspects or accused persons in custody shall not be posed or arrangements be made for photographs,
telecasts or interview$, nor shall PNP personnel pose with suspects or accused persons in custody.
c. When an individual is charged with a criminal offense and is sought by law enforcement authorities,
photographs or mug shots may be released to the media to help locate the individual.
4. At the scene of high-profile crimes, such as hostage taking and barricade situations, the officer in
charge shall designate a preliminary press area as clearly as possible and as close to the scene as safety and
operational requirements allow.
5. The fact that a suicide or suspected suicide has occurred may be reported to the media together with
factual information describing how it happened. The name, age, address, sex and occupation of the victim may also
be released following notification of the next of kin. The fact that a suicide note also exists may also be
acknowledged without further comment. The content of such notes shall not be released except as provided by law.

F. Special Considerations- Non-Criminal Matters

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 1. At the scene of significant accidents, man-made or natural catastrophes, the principles of media
cooperation shall be maintained to the degree that they do not interfere with the mission of the police, fire, medical
or other emergency relief workers.
2. Media access to and movement within fire lines shall be controlled by the fire officer-in-charge. The most
senior police officer at the scene shall establish an observation point from which media may observe and
photograph the incident. An inner perimeter may be established for the media from which to record the event at the
discretion of the officer in charge.
3. News media representatives should not be prevented from access to any area solely because of the
possibility or their injury or death. If this is the only consideration, the media representatives should be advised of
the danger and allowed to make the decision to enter on their own volition.
4. Sensitive information relating to internal investigation of police officers shall not be released without the
express permission of the unit director.
5. Daily administrative reports of criminal activity or the police blotter will be made available on a routine
basis to the media representatives.
6. Statistical reports of criminal activity like the monthly accomplishment report will also be made available
to the media.
7. Media representatives shall be denied access to the contents of investigative or incident reports and
records where release of the information would:
a. interfere with law enforcement proceedings, including pending investigations;
b. deprive a person of the right to a fair trial or an impartial adjudication, or give one party to a controversy
and undue advantage by exclusive access to such information;
c. constitute after unwarranted invasion of the personal privacy rights of another person;
d. reveal the identity of an individual who has furnished information to the police under confidential
circumstances;
e. disclose investigative techniques and procedures thereby impairing future effectiveness of the police
investigators; or
f. endanger the life or physical safety of any person.

VIII. COMMANDER'S RESPONSIBILITIES

A. City / Municipal Chief of Police, a Police District Director, and a Provincial Director shall be held primary
respon~ible for providing information, calling for news conference, answering questions raised by mass media
regarding all incidents of crime occurring within their jurisdiction. This shall include reported cases of
involvement/protection of their police personnel in illegal gambling, drug pushing, graft and corruption, and such
other activities where the good name of the PNP may be besmirched.
B. Regional Directors shall be held primarily responsible for providing information, calling for press
conferences, answering questions raised by mass media practitioners regarding all incidents of crime occurring
within their jurisdiction when a case or issue extends beyond the territorial jurisdiction of city/municipal, district and
provincial command within their area of responsibility.
C. Directors, National Service Support Units and members of the Directorial Staff will be held primarily
responsible for providing information, calling for press conferences, answering questions raised by the mass media
regarding all cases and/or issues peculiar to their respective Units and Directorates respectively.

IX. COORDINATING INSTRUCTIONS

A. Appearance in radio and television programs by PNP personnel, either upon request of a program host
or in support of PNP sponsored programs shall be determined and ordered by the Director for Police Community
Relations as the situation dictates.
B. In cases, however, when an invitation to be a guest in a radio or television program is made direct to
the PNP officers concerned, such invitation may be accepted upon the discretion of the officer invited.
C. The basic guidelines in such a situation is that any police officer directly responsible or concerned
about the case or issue to be discussed in the radio or television program to which he/she is being invited should
look at such invitation as an opportunity for him/her to inform or explain to the public the real score regarding the
case or issue at hand.

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 D. Relatedly, any PNP personnel giving statements to media that is recorded on film or tape for
publication and/or telecast or when invited as a guest in a television program should see to it that they are wearing
the prescribed uniform
E. It is emphasized that this circular refers to the giving of statements or interview to media with
regard to official police duties and functions. Nothing herein refers to existing policies prohibiting police personnel
from airing in public through media their grievances against the organization or their officials unit until they shall
have exhausted all administrative remedies.
F. Members of the Chain of Command who are found remiss in performing their duties and responsibilities
with regards to the foregoing shall be dealt with accordingly.
G. Previous guidelines issued by this headquarters contrary to the foregoing are hereby rescinded.
H. This LOI takes effect immediately.
I. For guidance and compliance of all concerned.

ACKNOWLEDGE:
LEANDRO R MENDOZA
Director General
Chief, PNP

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 Republic of the Philippines
Department of the Interior and Local Government
National Police Commission
NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS, PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE
Camp Crame, Quezon City

Directorate for Police

Community Relations, PNP
October 2002

LOI SAMBAYAN
(PNP ORGANIZATION PLAN)

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SUBJECT: LETTER OF INSTRUCTIONS 30/2002
(PNP ORGANIZATION PLAN "SAMBAYAN")

I. REFERENCES: (ANNEX A)

a. O.N.E. PNP Program

b. PCR Plan 2002
c. Community Oriented Policing System (COPS)

II. PURPOSE

This Organization Plan aims to generate community partnerships and forge a united
front for the promotion of peace and order.
It is designed to unify and harmonize the efforts of all PCR units and to encourage broad
networking, coordination and integration of all related undertakings within the PNP, LGUs,
various sectoral groups and peoples' organizations.

III. SITUATION

Active Community Support is essential to the success of PNP operations. More than
anyone else, the people in the community are aware 1)f their problems. They otten know what is
happening to their neighbors. They are more concerned about these things because of the
impact it may have on their lives. Hence, the police can use this feeling of concern in the
prevention of crime and its solution
when it occurs. Acknowledging that the community is a virtual minefield of information, it would
be advantageous for the PNP to channel it towards the attainment of the ends of law
enforcement. On the other hand, one of the constraints of the community is the lack of
knowledge on how to relay any information to the authorities and make it useful. This is
aggravated by the fear of reprisal from criminal syndicates. The PNP therefore needs to lay
down the groundwork so that the community can be mobilized for the maintenance of peace
and order.
One of the actions to be taken must be to organize the community in around empower
them for the promotion of peace and older in their area. The organized community then
becomes the source of strength to overcome any kind of fear from elements who disturb the
peace. When they are so organized, they can form the united front against crime and thus
become the first line of defense against any threat.
However, to be able to realize this objective, the PNP must take the role as the pace-
setter in this effort. Policemen on the streets must take the lead role. Necessarily, they must
capitalize on the "intrinsic goodwill which characterizes the relationship of the police and the

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community." This goodwill must not be abused but nurtured by the establishment of a friendly
and trusting relationship. It should be the objective of every PNP member to "win a friend"
everyday. The strength is fostered by adhering to the Motto of Sambayan: "Magkaibigan at
Magkasama sa Hirap at Ginhawa" and to make it an everyday effort.
This established and strengthened goodwill then becomes the capital to organize
communities and empower them towards the promotion of peace and order. Among other
things', .these organized communities become validators of police actions and performance.
They also become effective media to impart information for crime prevention. Furthermore,
these organized communities become force multipliers bridging the gaps in police strength.
Experience would show that the community when properly organized even bridges the
constraints in materiel resources of operating police units; or they find ways to tap the
resources from political and economic leaders to aid in PNP operations.
The organizational efforts would be challenging. In order to hurdle the challenges, the
PNP needs to form linkages with National Government Agencies,
LGU's and civic-oriented organizations. These linkages shall pave the way for directing the
organized communities towards contributing to the creation of a tourist friendly atmosphere.
This is expected to pave the way for the influx of tourists to the country.
Knowing all these potentials in the community; the PNP then 'has to adhere
to the COPS philosophy in order to establish the congruence between the reality of police
actions to the message of friendship that it foists on the people. Using this philosophy, the
individual police validates goodwill and enhances credibility, and paves the way for the easy
organizational effort. It is believed, and several studies would point to this evidence, that
countries with high levels of organized communities are more progressive, and more
disciplined. It is thus that the O.N.E. PNP shall engage in the effort of organizing in order to
form a network of Strong Communities as the nucleus of a STRONG ~PUBLIC.

IV. MISSION

The PNP shall undertake and orchestrate community organization and mobilization
campaign designed to bring about a peaceful environment favorable to investment and
tourism.

A. Objectives:

1. To strengthen police-community goodwill and create an environment of

friendship between the police on the street and the people.
2. To organize the community and forge the team which will forward efforts
for the establishment of a tourism friendly environment.
3. To cultivate and create the tone of a citizen-police partnership to serve
the cause of peace and order in the community.
4. To seek the cooperation and active support of the community for crime prevention
and control, by creating an unfavorable environment for criminal elements and
enemies of the State;
5. To mobilize the community to change the conditions that generate crime.
6. To facilitate the transition towards proactive policing activities from the
reactive incident-driven model.
7. To form force-multipliers thru the empowerment of the people towards
community involvement.

V. EXECUTION

The primary weakness of the law enforcement pillar in suppressing criminality can be
traced to its weak bond with -the community pillar; giving the notion that the Police is detached
from the community they are bound to serve. More often than not, the Police is perceived to be
isolated in their offices and worse, are not familiar with the key personalities in their AOR.
Cognizant of these constraints which deter the success of an effective shared responsibility
there is the need to orchestrate the organization of individuals and institutions to build a united
front against criminality and other threats to peace and order.

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 A. Strategic Concept

This Organization Plan is designed to pave the way for the establishment
Of a united front against criminality and other threats to peace and order. This united front,
which shall be composed of different sectors, shall serve as the force multiplier of the PNP in its
continuing effort to harness the community i" its campaign against all forms of criminality.

1. Neighborhood Partnership [D.N.E. PNP Program of Action]

The ONE PNP program focuses on people-driven efforts because the people
know best what their needs and priorities are. Neighborhood partnerships shall be developed
and nurtured for there is no tool more powerful in the fight against criminality and other threats
to national security than the support and confidence of every member of the community.
Strong neighborhood partnerships shall be developed through the enhancement of the
Community-Oriented Policing System (COPS) in all police units as its philosophy nationwide. A
strong COPS program is crucial in making the presence of the police more strongly felt in the
communities, which is an important factor in effectively forging closer neighborhood
partnerships.

2. United Front Against Criminality

The PNP shat! develop a united front, composed of the different sectors of the
community, which shall serve as its force multiplier in the fight against all forms of criminality.
Considering the limited resources of the police force, especially in terms of manpower, the
development of various groups such as the barangays. security guards and other sectors as
partners of the PNP shall serve to further boost its anti-crime efforts.

B. Operational Concept

This Plan sets forth the general guidelines and concepts that will serve as a guide for
the PNP in the conduct of an organization campaign program designed to forge a strong PNP-
community partnership. To effectively carry out this Plan, the PNP shall utilize the AOM
concept, which involves three phases namely: Awareness and Education, Organizing
Community. and Mobilizing Communication. Furthermore. it shall involve a sustained alliance
building effort. tapping the various sectors of the community and strengthening all linkages with
the LGUs and NGOs and other community movers- who can effectively support and contribute
to the achievement of the PNP's anti-crime objectives.
To be able to actualize this desired partnership, there must be congruence what the
PNP says is its philosophy, and the real actions its personnel does in the streets. It is
imperative therefore that the PNP must look inward and identify retardants to the successful
implementation of this PCR Plan.
1. Awareness and Enlightenment

The effort is geared towards awakening the citizens on their rules and
responsibilities in the peace and order effort, making them fully realize that the problem of
criminality is a shared responsibility between the community and the police. The effort shall, at
the same time, aim to generate or win back the trust and confidence of the people. This effort
focuses on continuously informing the public on the facts and issues vital to the transformation
of the police force into a more efficient and respected organization.

2. Organization

This effort involves the organization of groups and allies within various sectors

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of the community who can be tapped to assist in the conduct of law enforcement and other
public safety concerns. It includes the conduct of such activities as seminars, trainings, and
similar undertakings to heighten the involvement of individuals in worthwhile community
endeavors. Through this effort, linkages with government agencies, non-government
organizations and other people organizations will be developed and enhanced.

3. Mobilization

This involves mobilizing allies within the various sectors of the community who will
constitute the united front to assist in the conduct of law enforcement and other public safety
services. The community shall be mobilized to participate in community-based crime
prevention activities, pro-democracy rallies and assemblies and other similar undertakings.
Moreover, the community shall be mobilized to participate in rescue and relief activities during
disasters and calamities. Organized sectors shall also be mobilized to conduct community work
activities such as skills development trainings, livelihood/cooperative development, socio-
cultural development, agricultural regeneration activities and medical/dental outreach services.

VI. TASKS

A. NHQ Directorial Staff

a. Directorate for Police Community Relations (DPCR)

1. OPR in the overall implementation of this Plan.

2. Train PCR officers on psy-ops and on peace advocacy and social mobilization.]
3. Organize Mobile Training Teams.
4. Assist the PROs in the establishment of inter-agency linkages with concerned GOs
and NGOs.
5 Establish monitoring and feedback mechanism to ensure effective continuity of this
Jan.
6. Perform other tasks on orders.

b. Directorate for Intelligence (DI)

1. Provide policy direction to PROs on matters pertaining to intelligence
relative to the QUAD concept of operation.
2. Provide assessment of enemy threats to PCR efforts and its impact on
peace and order situation.
3. Perform other tasks on orders.

c. Directorate for Investigation and Detective Management (DIDM)

1. Provide policy direction to PROs on matters pertaining to investigation
Relative to the QUAD concept of operation.
2. Provide assessment of enemy threats to PCR efforts and its impact on peace
and order situation.
3. Perform other tasks on orders.

d. Directorate for Operations (DO)

1. Institutionalize and strengthen Task Force Turista to complement this

PCR Plan.
2. Tailor PNP programs/plans towards COPS orientation.
3. Perform other tasks on orders.

e. Directorate for Comptrollership (DC)

1. Allocate the necessary fund support to ensure the successful

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 implementation of this Plan.
2. Perform other tasks on orders.

f. Directorate for Logistics (DL)

1 Provide the necessary logistical to ensure the successful implementation of this
plan.
2. Perform other tasks on orders.

g. Directorate for Plans (DPL)

1. Make necessary modifications in the evaluation of performance of police
units to ensure success in the implemental of the plan
2. Perform other tasks on orders.

h. Directorate for Research Development (DRD)

1. Conduct research, test and evaluation and provide policy direction on PNP
equipment and uniforms that will contribute or enhance PNP efforts to make
every personnel a public relation officer.
2. Perform other tasks on orders.

i. Directorate for Personnel and Records Management (DPRM )

1. Review and evaluate Unit disposition at all levels of Command to
ensure maximum deployment of personnel for field assignment.
2. Perform other tasks on orders.

B. National Support Units/Offices

a. Police Community Relations Group (PCRG)

1. Serves as the lead operating unit in the implementation of this Plan
within Metro Manila.
2. Establish linkages with government and non-government
organizations/agencies, peoples' organizations, community leaders and
impel their continuing support and collaboration to police programs and
activities.
3. Provide public affairs support to PROs and NSUs.
4. Enhance the capability of the Complaints Referral Action Center
(CRAC) through the use of information technology.
5. Train and develop psy-ops officers c:1nd community organizers.
6 Develop information materials to support the PCR. Communications and
Organizations Plan.
7. Perform other tasks as directed.

b. Civil Security Group (CSG)

1. Organize license gun owners, gun clubs, and licensed security guards
to form a united front against crime.
2. Design a training program to make the security guards updated and
attuned to police operations.
3. Organize and mobilize license firearms holders for the promotion of
peace and order.
4. Perform other tasks on orders.

c. Traffic Management Group (TMG)

1. Address issues raised by motorists, truckers, pedestrians and other

road users which retard this Plan.
2. Re-orient personnel towards COPS philosophy.
3. Perform other tasks on orders.

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 C. Other National Support Units

1. Provide the. necessary admin/operational support within their competency to

PROs to ensure the successful implementation of this Plan.

D. Police Regional Offices PROs 1.12, NCRPO, CAR, ARMM & CARAGA 1. Implement this

Organization plan through the PROs/CPOs/CPS/MPS .

2. Establish close linkages with LGUs, GOs, NGOs with the end in the
new of promoting this Plan.
3. Address issues raised by business, transport and other sectors such
as 8rascals. in uniform, kotong, and others which retard this Plan.
4. Train and develop community organizers.

VII. COORDINATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. All PNP units should move for the effective utilization of force multipliers which would
optimize the scarce resources of the PNP
2. Pursue continuing education effort at the grass roots level to raise consciousness of the
importance of the community involvement.
3. Print and distribute info materials, conduct teach-ins/discussions & seminars.
4. Identify key communicators in the community to advocate their concerns
5. Create community projects that will keep going the stakeholders and give them sense of
belonging.
6. Organize strong support groups to build confidence and overcome fear factors that deter the
active participation of the community in the peace and order efforts.
7 . Tap business and civic organizations to sponsor livelihood projects to provide stakeholders
additional income.
8. Existing rules of engagement defining the conduct of behavior of police personnel shall be
observed and strictly enforced.
9. Implementing unit commanders shall submit the following to DPCR: a. Communication Action
Plan (15 days after publication of this Plan)
b. Communication Campaign Accomplishment Report every 1st week of the succeeding
months.
10. Lateral coordination with adjacent units/OPCON units and civilian agencies and NGOs is
authorized and highly encouraged.
11. All police units are encouraged to initiate mass mobilizations such as indignation rallies, and
other similar actions to preempt similar enemy efforts.

HERMOGENE EBDANE JR
Police Director
Chief, PNP

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