What is required of private companies that heavily utilize the services of foreign technicians?
Private companies utilizing foreign technicians in apprenticeable trades are legally required to set up appropriate local apprenticeship programs.
How much time does an aggrieved person have to appeal an apprenticeship violation decision?
An aggrieved person must appeal the decision of the authorized DOLE agency within five days from receipt of the decision.
To whom should an appeal regarding an apprenticeship violation decision be directed?
Appeals concerning decisions on apprenticeship violations must be explicitly directed to the Secretary of Labor and Employment.
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Is the decision of the Secretary of Labor and Employment subject to further ordinary administrative appeal?
The decision of the Secretary of Labor and Employment regarding apprenticeship appeals is considered entirely final and executory.
Can a worker directly file a court case for breach of an apprenticeship agreement?
No person can file a court action for breach of an apprenticeship agreement without first exhausting all available administrative remedies.
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Who holds the primary responsibility for providing aptitude tests to apprentice-applicants?
Employers or entities with duly recognized apprenticeship programs have the primary responsibility for providing appropriate aptitude tests to applicants.
What happens if an employer does not have adequate facilities to test apprentice-applicants?
If employers lack adequate testing facilities, the Department of Labor and Employment will perform aptitude testing services free of charge.
Who provides supplementary theoretical instruction when an apprenticeship is undertaken in the plant?
For in-plant programs, the supplementary theoretical instruction provided to apprentices may be conducted directly by the employer.
Where can an apprenticeship program be conducted if a sponsoring firm wants full control?
A sponsoring firm can conduct the apprenticeship program entirely within its own establishment or entity to provide direct, hands-on training.
Can the responsibility for theoretical instruction be delegated by the employer?
If the employer is unprepared to provide theoretical instruction, the responsibility may be delegated to an appropriate government agency.
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