Although the notices specify the establishments' delinquencies, SSS City of Mati Acting Branch Head Myla Lumangayo explained that the agency offers several ways to assist the employers in settling their obligations via the Contribution Penalty Condonation, Delinquency Management and Restructuring Program (CPCoDe MRP).

The program aids delinquent employers in paying unremitted contributions less penalties through a one-time payment or installment term.

Lumangyao said that the SSS gave 15 days to the establishments to visit their office otherwise face further litigation.

The establishments visited were engaged in the retail or sale of gasoline, baked goods, hardware, water refilling, glass

The visitation was part of the nationwide Run After Contribution Evaders (RACE) in celebration of the National Labor Day on May 1.

Sharon Porlares, BOP7 Management Trainee of SSS, said that the RACE was the agency's small token of appreciation to the Filipino workers for all their hardwork and perseverance to better their lives and that of their families.

Porlares added that the employees of the establishments they visited should not worry instead be glad that their contributions are being watched closely by the SSS.

"We give them the reassurance that we will go after their employers to ensure that their premium contributions will be paid and future SSS benefits will be rightfully granted to them," she said. (MLY/PIA Davao de Oro)