RA 7877 Presentation
RA 7877 Presentation
RA 7877 Presentation
1. In a work-related environment:
i. the management
ii. the accredited union (if any)
iii. the first level employees
iv. iv. the second level employees
2. In an educational/training institution:
i. the administrator
ii. the trainers, teachers, instructors, professors or coaches
iii. the students or trainees
The term of office of the members of the CODI shall not be more
than two (2) years.
AT THE PRE-FILING STAGE, WHAT ASSISTANCE CAN
THE AGENCY PROVIDE TO AN ALLEGED VICTIM OF
SEXUAL HARASSMENT?
1. counseling;
2. referral to an agency offering professional help; and
3. advice or options available before the filing of the
complaint.
WHAT ARE
THE STANDARD PROCEDURAL
REQUIREMENTS IN HANDLING A SEXUAL HARASSMENT
CASE?
1. When can a complaint for sexual harassment be filed? Anytime.
The preliminary investigation shall commence not later than five (5) days from
receipt of the complaint by the CODI. It shall be terminated within fifteen
(15) working days thereafter.
The CODI shall submit the Investigation Report and the complete records of the
case to the disciplining authority within five (5) working days from the
termination of the preliminary investigation.
Within three (3) working days from receipt of the investigation report, the
disciplining authority shall issue a formal charge if a prima facie case is
established during the investigation. If a prima facie case is not established
during the investigation, the complaint shall be dismissed within three (3)
working days from receipt of the investigation report.
WHAT ARE THE CONTENTS OF THE FORMAL
CHARGE?
Yes, even if he has already submitted his/her comment/s and counter affidavits
during the preliminary investigation.
The answer, which must be in writing and under oath, shall be specific and shall
contain material facts and applicable laws, if any, including documentary
evidence/s, sworn statements covering testimonies of witnesses, if any, in
support of respondent's case. It shall also include a statement indicating
whether he/she elects a formal investigation. The answer must be filed within
seventy-two (72) hours from receipt thereof.
Preventive suspension for an administrative case shall not be more than ninety
(90) days unless otherwise provided by a special law.
WHEN CAN A FORMAL INVESTIGATION BE CONDUCTED? BY WHOM?
1. Grave Offenses
3. Light offenses