By Liza Soriano
MANILA — The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) is urging employers to allow employees to be excused from work if they need to accompany their children for vaccination.
This directive is outlined in Labor Advisory No. 04, Series of 2024, issued by Secretary Bienvenido E. Laguesma, in support of the nationwide immunization campaign taking place from April 1 to 15.
According to the advisory, private sector employers, especially those with employees who have children aged 6-59 months, are encouraged to grant leave to employees who need to accompany their children for scheduled vaccinations or to care for them in case of adverse reactions to the vaccine.
Upon returning to work, employees must provide proof of their children’s vaccination.
DOLE also recommends that employers coordinate with local government health departments regarding the vaccination schedules to ensure access to the necessary vaccines.
(el Amigo/MNM)
