The Department of Tourism has teamed up with industry leader Petron Corp. for the BEST (Barrier-Free and Environmentally Sustainable Toilet) Project, an initiative that aims to ensure the quality of restrooms in establishments near tourist destinations in line with the ASEAN Public Toilet Standard.
Under the partnership, some 200 Petron stations will undergo an accreditation process where each one will be assessed based on the following: design and environmental management system, amenities and facilities, cleanliness and safety.
Accredited stations will be marked with the DOT Seal of Approval, similar to a “Good Housekeeping” seal.
Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat and San Miguel Corp. president Ramon Ang led the signing of the memorandum of understanding held at the San Miguel Corp.Head Office in Mandaluyong on Friday.
“Traveling by land, especially hitting the road for the long-drive, literally epitomizes the very essence of tourism. And, it is in this travel experience where local and international tourists must readily find the convenience and comfort of using facilities on the road– that iconic movie scene of stopping at the filling station and going for a bathroom run,” Puyat said.