It is the policy of the State to safeguard life, health, property, and public welfare, consistent with the principles of sound environmental management and control.

Establish minimum requirements for structural systems using prescriptive and performance-based principles provisions.

Practical safeguarding of persons and property from hazards arising from the use of electricity.

Policy of the State to ensure public safety, promote economic development thru prevention and suppression of all kinds of destructive fires.

Improvement of the way of the Filipinos by directing public health services towards the protection and promotion of the health of the people.

The main implementing unit of the National Building Code and its IRR.

A document issued by the Building Official to an owner/applicant to proceed with the construction, or other work activity of a specific building/structure.

The Office authorized to enforce the provisions of the Code and its IRR in the field as well as the enforcement of orders and decisions made pursuant thereto.

Created through DPWH Department Order, shall serve as the technical staff of the Secretary.

Amount of fines for Grave violations of the Code and its IRR.