Following recent flash floods and earthquakes, the Quezon City Government has launched ALERT QC (Awareness, Lifesaving, Emergency Response Training) to strengthen workplace preparedness and safety.

ALERT QC is a city-wide initiative led by the Business Permits and Licensing Department (BPLD) and the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO). The program aims to build stronger, safer, and more resilient communities capable of anticipating and responding to disasters such as earthquakes, fires, and floods.

According to Mayor Joy Belmonte, the program brings together business leaders, safety officers, and staff responders to enhance their capacity for first aid, fire safety, and emergency readiness. It also helps organizations assess and improve their resilience through the BE RICHER Scorecard—a self-assessment tool that stands for Resilient, Inclusive, Climate-conscious, Healthy, Emergency-ready, and Responsive.

With 13 training sessions scheduled from November to December across major malls in Quezon City, ALERT QC is expected to reach thousands of participants from small and medium enterprises, safety teams, and HR practitioners.

This large-scale effort underscores the city government’s commitment to creating workplaces that are not only productive but also prepared to respond to emergencies and adapt to change.

“Our goal is to make Quezon City not only a center of business, but a model of resilience and preparedness,” Belmonte said. “Through ALERT QC, we are working hand in hand with our business community to build workplaces that are safe, inclusive, and future-ready—places where both people and progress can thrive, no matter the challenges.”

By integrating practical training with strategic evaluation, Belmonte said Quezon City continues to advance its vision of a proactive, people-centered, and disaster-ready city where safety, health, and resilience serve as foundations for sustainable progress.