Systems Technology

Institute’s
STI Academic Center, Samson Road Corner Caimito Road, Caloocan City, 1400 Metro Manila

MEMBERS:
Abalos, Shella V.
Ablaza, Janessa Guiyah
Baltazar, Anna Nicole M.
Bañaria, Gabriel
Jalmasco, Francesca Maryel
Mosca, Jennylyn P.
Reyes, Frecheel Kyla
Sapalan, Jomar Christopher
Supeña, Mark Lianne
Villanueva, Wendy
Understanding and Awareness
in Regards of the Human
Impact in a Local Ecological
System
 Introduction
 People are being surrounds with ecological problems.
What is ecological problem? The ecological problem
is a change in the natural environment, resulting in
(anthropogenic impacts or natural disasters) leading to
a disruption of the structure and functioning of nature.
 In this research, stay still and have an idea about gathering some
information about Barangay 5 also known as PNR Dorm, a vibrant
community in the City of Caloocan. Here in Barangay 5. Introducing the
basic profile of the barangay and the standing captains, councilors or the
whole LGU'S of Barangay 5. Moreover, it will be discussed the landmass
of the entire barangay and its entire population. To sum up, it has also the
current status of ecological problems, the barangay's actions, and the
recommendations. The ecological problem is a change in the natural
environment, resulting in (anthropogenic impacts or natural disasters)
leading to a disruption of the structure and functioning of nature.
 This research on Barangay 5 in Caloocan reveals a multifaceted
profile of this community. Known colloquially as PNR DORM
due to its association with the PNR gunnery, the barangay stands
as a unique and distinct part of Caloocan. The demographic
landscape showcases the population and landmass, crucial factors
shaping the social and geographical fabric of Barangay 5. Digging
deeper, this research highlights the administrative structure,
featuring the barangay chiefs and councilors who play pivotal
roles in local governance, decision-making, and community
representation.
Moreover, the ecological status of Barangay 5 emerges as a focal point,
indicating the existing environmental challenges. Understanding the
environmental concerns within the barangay provides insight into the
community’s sustainability and potential issues affecting its residents.
The research delves into the proactive measures taken by the barangay,
shedding light on its actions in addressing prevalent issues.
Highlighting these initiatives reveals the proactive stance and
dedication of the local administration to mitigating challenges faced by
specific areas within the barangay.
Lastly, the group’s recommendations for conducting an in-
depth analysis of Barangay 5 offer valuable insights. These
suggestions likely encompass strategies for comprehensive
data collection, community engagement, and actionable
steps for addressing identified concerns.
Recommendations serve as a guidepost for future
endeavors, guiding researchers toward a more nuanced
understanding of the barangay’s dynamics.
As a result, this research explores Barangay 5, also
known as PNR Dorm, in Caloocan, a vibrant
community with a diverse demographic landscape,
administrative structure, and ecological issues. The
study reveals the community's status as a PNR
gunnery, its landmass, population, and
environmental challenges.
The research also highlights the barangay's proactive
measures in addressing these issues. The findings provide
insights into the community's sustainability and potential
issues affecting its residents. The research also offers
recommendations for future research, including strategies for
comprehensive data collection, community engagement, and
actionable steps to address identified concerns.
 BACKGROUND PROFILE OF BARANGAY
Barangay 5 known as PNR DORM for it is under the
management of the Philippine National Railways (PNR),
and this land uses in the past as a house only for their
employees.

POPULATION  3,083 (As of 2020 updates)

 Coordinates: 14.6565, 120.9728

LANDMASS (14° 39' North, 120° 58' East)
Estimated Elevation: 16.3 meters

Above Sea Level: (53.5 feet)

Local Government Unit
Barangay Captain:
Bernard Bernabe
Barangay Councilor:
Salve Velayon
Alvin Crisini
Junjun Pamintoan
Balong Ventura
Jan Jan Bayot
Angelo Pabro
John Wille Fernando
 SIGNIFICANT EVENTS
 This are the significant events of Barangay 5 every year.

Fiestas; which are well maintain every year. It is an important events that are
celebrated with the barangay residents. The residents celebrates their fiestas with
games, and boodle fights during the day. There is also called sponsored event which is
provided by the LGU's. It is a music band that starts during late night.
The Barangay 5
Basketball Liga and Volleyball Liga; It happens every summer, the winners of the
league game will receive cash prizes and swimming allowance from barangay
officials. This event held every summer of the year.
Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections (BSKE) in the Philippines were held
on October 30, 2023.
 B. Current status of Ecological problem of the
Barangay
QUESTION PERSON 1 PERSON 2
PERSON
3
Do you feel uncomfortable Yes Yes Yes
with the ecological problems
in your barangay?

Are the actions of the leaders No No No

in your barangay are worth it
to solve the ecological
problems?
What are the ecological Pollution Lots of garbage Lots of
problems you have garbage
encountered in your
barangay?
 Barangay 5 has different current problems with its ecology, such as
drainage problems caused by waste that has been produced by people
who are irresponsible with their garbage.
 The electrical wires on the road almost touched the ground, which caused
traffic. Trucks are the most commonly affected by it because wire cables
are hooked on trucks, which is why traffic occurs.

 Barangay 5 has a lot of problems regarding garbage, especially the

garbage on the side of the road. It causes the drainage to get clogged. It
sometimes causes traffic too, because the garbage is a nuisance on the
road.
 C. Action of the barangay

 As for the trash, LGU's provide a large trash can for huge trash, and it has garbage
disposal time in the afternoon from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., and then when it arrives at 8
p.m., it will be dumped there in the main garbage dump so that it can be organized
and to prevent littering around. This is a good action to prevent diseases that people
can get from garbage and prevent the death of fish in the sea because it may flow into
the ocean and cause widespread fish deaths. Lastly, the widespread fish deaths may
affect the entire livelihood of the fishermen.
 D. RECOMMENDATION
Barangay's should be more focusing in ecological
problems, therefore this may help the barangay to
be more progressive, clean and responsible. As a
result of the these problems, people are not
comfortable with this. However, these are some
factors and waste to solve these problems.
IMPROPER WAY OF WASTE DISPOSAL;
"TAPON MO, BASURA MO"
Multa: 500 pesos
This is commonly used by barangay's that have problems in waste
disposal. Why is there a problem like this? It is because of having an
irresponsible citizens in a barangay. In barangay 5, caloocan.
Leaders should implement this, a proper way of waste disposal. This
barangay needs responsible leaders that would lead the barangay
more progressive. Leaders should be the first man that will do this.
Base on what the team have gathered, do not just implement this
rules but the maker would have been the first to do that. Responsible
leaders in order to have a responsible citizens.
UNORGANIZED WIRES
Here in Caloocan, this is one of the common difficulties of many barangay's.
The unorganized wires, through years, these unsolved problems just turned
out into a grave. Barangay's cannot solve this but with the help of LGU's, the
impossible can turn ito possible. However, barangay's must implement rules
and regulations to avoid this kind of issues. It is impossible to solve this yet
this leaders must also consider the safety of its people, the disturbance that
may cause of this problem.

DRAINAGE
Unpleasant smells of drainage can affect people health. But with the help of
proper waste disposal, this will be the best way to avoid drainage problems. This
problems can harm people. The LGU's have the power to solve this problem. By
implementing "Clean as one Program" this program where people help each other
to clean wastes and litters after that, they have food to receive for them to be
convinced that this program will be continued.
 In terms of recommendations, the focus is on addressing
the problem of unorganized wires and waste disposal.
The recommendation suggests involving the LGUs to
help solve the issue of unorganized wires, emphasizing
the importance of collective efforts. Additionally, a
proposed fine of 500 pesos for irresponsible waste
disposal aims to encourage responsible behavior among
citizens. The emphasis is on the leadership's
responsibility to set an example and enforce rules for the
benefit of the community's progress and environmental
well-being.
 REFERENCES

PhilAtlas. (n.d). Barangay 5, Caloocan Profile.

Retrived 2023, from https://www.philatlas.com
Google Maps. (n.d). Barangay 5 - Google Maps.
Retrived 2022, from www.google.com