Penalty for failure to give notice to the concerned RD within 24 hours of any fatal and non-fatal serious injuries.

• A. 2,000 pesos
• B. 3,000 pesos
• C. 5,000 pesos
• D. 7,000 pesos

Answer: (C)

Timely reporting of serious incidents is required so regulators can act quickly, secure the scene, begin investigations, and implement preventive measures. For failing to notify the concerned Regional Director within 24 hours of any fatal or serious non-fatal injury, the regulation sets a 5,000-peso penalty. This amount reflects the seriousness of not promptly communicating such events, and is higher than penalties for minor reporting lapses while remaining appropriate for the gravity of the incident category. The other listed fines would correspond to less severe violations, but the rule for this specific failure assigns 5,000 pesos.