Republic of the Philippines 
House of Representatives 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
Nineteenth Congress 
Second Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ______ 
Introduced by Representative LORDAN G. SUAN 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
AN ACT   
MANDATING THE INSTALLATION OF AN EMERGENCY FIRE SAFETY CABINET IN 
EVERY 300SQM OF AREAS WITHIN BARANGAY KAUSWAGAN OF DISTRICT I, 
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
The safety of every Filipino is a basic human right. According to the 1987 Consitution, 
Article II, Section 5, the nation's primary goal is to safeguard the lives and general 
welfare of all people. This implies that everyone has the right to be safe from any danger, 
including fire-related incidents. 
Fire-related incidents can be devastating for individuals, communities, and the economy. 
Fire can cause significant property damage, disrupt businesses and economies, and lead 
to job losses and lost revenue. It can also cause psychological problems, such as post-
traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), in people who experience it, either as a victim or a 
bystander. In the worst case, it can take lives, regardless of age. 
Unpredictable fire-related incidents are extremely dangerous and deadly. A fire in 
Barangay 34 on President Sergio Osmen a Street in May 2023 claimed five lives. These 
kinds of tragedies could have been avoided or mitigated if every barangay in Cagayan de 
Oro had accessible and immediate access to emergency fire equipment. 
According to the Bureau of Fire Protection Region 10, there were a total of 439 fire 
incidents with a total estimated damage of PHP 20,943,900 in 2019 and a total of 305 
fire incidents with a total estimated damage of PHP 66,912,500 in 2020. The significant 
property damage, economic impact, and loss of life must be addressed promptly and 
effectively. 
Installing an emergency fire safety cabinet within 300 square meters in Barangay 
Kauswagan can help to reduce or prevent fire damage. This will assist our community 
and the Bureau of Fire Protection in responding more quickly, particularly in narrow 
alleys and hard-to-reach neighborhoods. 
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The proposed measure aims to prevent and suppress fire incidents and other 
emergency situations in order to protect the property and precious lives of Kagay-
anons. 
 
In light of the preceding, this bill’s approval is fervently sought. 
 
 
 
 
LORDAN G. SUAN 
Cagayan de Oro City – 1st District 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


Republic of the Philippines 
House of Representatives 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
Nineteenth Congress 
Second Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ______ 
Introduced by Representative LORDAN G. SUAN 
AN ACT   
MANDATING THE INSTALLATION OF AN EMERGENCY FIRE SAFETY CABINET IN 
EVERY 300SQM OF AREAS WITHIN BARANGAY KAUSWAGAN OF DISTRICT I, 
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. Short Title. — This Act shall be known as the “Barangay Kauswagan  Fire-
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safety Act ”. 
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SEC. 2. Declaration of Policy. —  It is the policy of the state to protect the public 
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from the devastating effects of fire, which can destroy properties and even cause death. 
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The utmost priority of this bill is to prevent and suppress all types of destructive fires to 
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avoid further damage. 
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SEC. 3. Definition of Terms. As used in this Act, the following words and 
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phrases shall be defined as follows: 
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a. Emergency Fire Safety Cabinet- A steel cabinet that stores fire equipment. It
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protects the equipment from dirt and damage and is mounted on the wall or floor
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for easy access in an emergency.
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b. Fire extinguisher- a portable device that discharges a jet of water, foam,
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gas, or other material to extinguish small fires or reduce their destruction
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before firefighters arrive at the scene.
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c. Firehose- A long, flexible hose that is used to spray water or other fire
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retardants on a fire. It is typically connected to a fire hydrant, fire engine,
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or portable fire pump.
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d. Firefighter Gloves- Gloves that are worn by firefighters to protect their
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hands from heat, burns, cuts, and scratches. They are typically made of
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thick, heat-resistant materials;
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e. Fireman’s Axe- A multipurpose tool used by firefighters to break down
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doors, cut through objects, and pry open debris for onsite emergencies
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and different tasks to meet the requirements of a special rescue 
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environment. 
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SEC. 
4. 
Installation 
of 
Fire 
Safety 
Cabinet 
in 
B a r a n g a y  
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Ka u s wa g a n ,  Cagayan De Oro City. There shall be an Emergency Fire 
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Safety Cabinet that contains equipment such as but not limited to firehose, fire 
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extinguisher, firefighter gloves, and fire axe in every 300sqm of areas within 
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Barangay Kauswagan of District I, Cagayan De Oro City that shall be installed 
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in conspicuous areas such as walls of dwellings or concrete walls of 
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buildings. These firehoses shall serve as water pipelines for fire control and 
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safety. 
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SEC. 5. Implementing Rules and Regulations. Within six (6) months from 
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the effectivity of this Act, the Department of Interior and Local Government 
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(DILG), in coordination with the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) and other 
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relevant agencies and with the participation of the Sangguniang Barangay 
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Cagayan De Oro City, shall promulgate rules and regulations to carry out the 
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provisions of this Act. 
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SEC. 6. Funding. The amount needed for the initial implementation of this Act 
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shall be charged against the available current year’s appropriation of DILG. 
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Thereafter, such sums as may be necessary for the continued implementation of 
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this Act shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
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SEC. 7. Repealing Clause. — If any portion of this Act is declared unconstitutional 
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or invalid, the portions or provisions which are not affected shall continue to be in full 
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force and effect. 
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SEC. 8. Repealing Clause. — All laws, executive orders, issuances, rules, and 
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regulations inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are repealed, amended, or 
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modified accordingly. 
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SEC. 9. Effectivity. — This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication 
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in the Official Gazette or a website provided for by law. 
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Approved,