Tacloban City—The Tacloban City District Engineering Office (DEO) actively participated in the recent Upkeep & Cleanliness Inspection of equipment and vehicle-related documents, ensuring compliance with Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) standards. The inspection was conducted on March 11, 2025, within the office grounds.
The inspection covered essential documents such as Trip Tickets, Equipment Logbooks, Updated Land Transportation Office (LTO) Registration & Insurance, Updated Property Acknowledgement Receipts, Driver’s Licenses, DPWH Logos marked “For Official Use Only,” and Plate Numbers. Additionally, an inventory of District Engineering Offices’ equipment holdings was conducted.
As part of the activity, a lecture was held for drivers and operators on the proper filling out of Equipment Logbooks and adherence to daily maintenance checks, following the BLOWBAGETS protocol (Battery, Lights, Oil, Water, Brakes, Air, Gas, Engine, Tire, Self-safety). The team also inspected the status of water-based equipment assigned to dredging sites within the concerned DEOs. Furthermore, employees underwent inspection as part of the evaluation process.
The activity was spearheaded by personnel from the Equipment Management Division of DPWH Regional Office VIII, namely Engr. Chester F. Nibla, Mr. Jasper C. Sarmen, Ms. Maria Luisa V. Pedrosa, and Mr. Pedro E. Adre, Jr.
“Regular inspections like these are crucial in ensuring that our equipment and personnel are in top condition. This allows us to provide uninterrupted public service and maintain safety standards,” District Engineer Rebecca G. Yuse said in a statement, emphasizing the importance of the initiative in maintaining operational efficiency and compliance.
(PUBLIC INFORMATION UNIT)
