Book III — Conditions of Employment
Article 114
PD 442 · Labor Code of the PhilippinesELI5 guide available
ELI5— what this means for you
Employers generally cannot require you to deposit money as security for tools or equipment damage, unless it's a recognized industry practice determined by DOLE. The blanket 'breakage fund' deduction that many employers impose is often illegal.
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