The Federation of Philippine Industries (FPI) strongly urges the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to enforce the strict implementation and monitoring of the Philippine National Standards (PNS) for all building materials, particularly cement and steel, used in public infrastructure projects nationwide.
The Philippine National Standards (PNS) are based on global standards and further customized to the unique environmental and geological conditions of the Philippines. This is why strict adherence to PNS in public infrastructure projects is critical.
At its core, PNS is about safety and resilience—ensuring that structures, especially those built with cement and steel, can withstand the country’s harsh climate conditions. In a nation prone to earthquakes, typhoons, and floods, it is vital that DPWH engineers and contractors consistently comply with PNS standards to protect lives and safeguard communities. Strict compliance with PNS is essential to ensure the safety, durability, and resilience of the country’s public infrastructure.
The use of substandard materials—whether in cement, steel, or other critical construction inputs—compromises public safety, wastes resources, and undermines confidence in national development efforts.
FPI Chairperson Elizabeth Lee emphasized: “Adherence to the Philippine National Standards is non-negotiable. Only by strictly following these standards—especially in cement and steel—can we ensure safe, durable, and resilient public infrastructure for our people.”
The FPI works closely with the Department of Trade and Industry’s Bureau of Product Standards (DTI-BPS) and reaffirms its commitment to collaborate with all government agencies in upholding these standards.
Together, we must guarantee that our public infrastructure projects are built on quality, integrity, and accountability—laying the foundation for sustainable nation-building and long-term growth.
