The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) asked individual construction workers such as plumbers, painters and masons to register for official accreditation.
It said that for a registration fee of P500, workers can get accreditation from the DTI, boosting their credibility and increasing their chances of securing jobs.
“Not everyone needs a contractor for their projects. Sometimes, people just need a plumber or painter and having a DTI accreditation assures clients of their skills and reputation,” said DTI Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque.
The program, which targets individual tradespeople who may not need to work under large contractors, allows homeowners and small-scale clients to easily find accredited workers for minor repairs and renovations, the agency said.
It said the initiative, tailored for independent tradespeople, allows individuals to work on specialized jobs while maintaining a professional reputation.
The DTI said it would monitor registrations and track the number of accredited workers as part of its broader efforts to enhance opportunities for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
It noted that the evolving e-commerce platform is not only promoting the sale of products but also of services.
“The market has expanded significantly with the rise of online platforms, creating both opportunities and challenges. We are scaling up our efforts to regulate and ensure products meet standards while protecting consumers,” Roque said.
The DTI said it has an existing accreditation system for construction companies, from large-scale “quadruple A” firms handling major infrastructure projects to smaller contractors under the “triple A” category, as well as the B, C, D, and E categories.
