In order that the local and implementing regulations to be issued by the PMOs are consistent with PPA ™s policies, rules and regulations, the following guidelines are hereby prescribed amending PPA M.O. No. 05-82:

1. All local regulations supplementary to or in implementation of policies, rules or regulations issued by the Head Office shall be cleared by the Port Manager with the General Manager for approval prior to their issuance.
   
   
2. Regulations defining policy or rules and guidelines which provide penalty or fix rates, fees or charges for services rendered and/or use of port facilities shall be formulated by the Head Office and approved by Management. However, the PMO may initiate the study and submit its recommendation to Head Office for consideration.
   
   
3. Regulations for local application shall be formulated by the Port Manager/Officer-in-Charge upon consultation with the stakeholders and/or port users that will be affected by the proposed regulations. A copy of the proposed regulation shall be submitted to the Office of the General Manager for clearance before its issuance.
   
   
4. All approved PPA regulations shall be posted in a conspicuous place within the port and copies of the same shall be furnished the port users/parties concerned.
   

For guidance and compliance.

Adopted: 09 Jan. 2007