
08/09/2025
BSIE Implements Extension Project to Boost Farmers’ Health through Ergonomic Training
In line with the extension project titled, “Improving Farmer’s Occupational Health through Ergonomic Training,” the Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering (BSIE) of Cebu Technological University (CTU) Moalboal Campus headed by Engr. Benjamin D. Rubin, BSIE Dean visited the Municipal Office and the Municipal Agriculture and Natural Resources Office (MANRO), aimed to build stronger ties with the local government and stakeholders in support of the project promoting safer and healthier work for local farmers, held in Mantalongon, Dalaguete, Cebu on September 8, 2025.
Joining the visit were Engr. Dante T. Vallente, Engr. Limic M. dela Calzada, Engr. Merry Josephine C. Balicoco, and Engr. Jiña Marie R. Mabanto, along with Dr. Rosalea Fenina A. Margallo, Research Chair. They met with the Office of the Municipal Mayor through Chief of Staff Jan Dwight Paquilit and Executive Assistant Florencio A. Peralta Jr., as well as the MANRO headed by ICO-MANRO Leonardo C. Carin, R.Agr., to lay the groundwork for the project’s implementation.
In the course of the discussion, the project team outlined the goals of the initiative, emphasizing its aim to work with farmers in Mantalongon, Dalaguete to tackle occupational health issues through ergonomic interventions.
The insights shared by MANRO proved valuable in identifying 9 potential farmer associations in Dalaguete, which will serve as the direct beneficiaries of the program. These nine associations will play a key role in ensuring the successful implementation of the initiative.
In addition, research initiatives were also discussed with the MANRO office, aiming to provide practical solutions in areas concerning both the farmers and kargadors in Mantalongon. These initiatives are intended to complement the extension project by addressing broader occupational health and welfare concerns within the local agricultural sector.
Moreover, a training center was designated as the site for the upcoming sessions, while MANRO likewise committed to assisting in the mobilization of beneficiaries and the preparation of the venue, thereby ensuring the smooth implementation of the project activities.
As part of the partnership process, a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) will be prepared and signed during the next scheduled visit to formalize commitments and shared responsibilities between the project team and the local government offices.
News by Airah Althezzah Aliño
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