PDEA’s ‘Oplan Harabas’ launches random drug test to 505 transpo workers

Ruth Palo

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Some 505 transportation hub workers underwent mandatory drug test Friday (April 8) to ensure the safety of the riding public trooping to the provinces for the Holy Week break.

In the program dubbed “Oplan Harabas”, personnel from the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) and partner government agencies conducted a surprise mandatory drug test to conductors, bus, van and taxi drivers of public transportation services.

K9 dogs sweep the terminals in the region as part of the Agency’s holistic approach in reducing the demand for illegal drugs, thus, promoting drug-free workplaces.

Oplan Harabas which is a simultaneous surprise mandatory drug testing to all drivers in public terminals nationwide also aims to ensure the safety of passengers from drugged drivers and at the same time, promote a drug-free public transport system all over the country.

In partnership with the Land Transportation and Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB), Land Transportation Office (LTO), Department of Health (DOH), Philippine National Police (PNP), Highway Patrol Group (HPG), and local government units (LGUs), PDEA operatives proceeded to the Davao City Overland Transport Terminal (DCOTT), and Gaisano Mall Transport Terminal in Davao City, Digos City New Satellite Bus Terminal in Digos City, Davao del Sur and Tagum City Overland Transport Integrated Terminal (TOTIT), in Tagum City, Davao del Norte.

The PDEA team also distributed information, education and campaign (IEC) materials to the passengers.

Isumbong Mo Kay Wilkins Stickers were also posted on buses and in the designated posting areas in the said terminals.

As the lead agency in the enforcement of Republic Act 9165 otherwise known as the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, PDEA in collaboration with the other law enforcement agencies will ensure the safety and security of the passengers and the public and at the same time, make sure that no illegal drug activities will take place during the Holy Week holidays.

PDEA is asking everyone to help the government attain its vision for a drug-free country by reporting to them those who are involved in illegal drug activities.

The public is encouraged to call or text them at 082-228-1603 and 09331481387.