Section 6June 9, 1989, Sec./Art. 6

Powers and Functions of the Boards. The Boards shall have the following powers and functions:

a) To develop plans, programs and projects relative to wages, incomes and productivity improvements for their respective regions;

b) To determine and fix minimum wage rates applicable in their region, provinces or industries therein and to issue the corresponding wage orders, subject to guidelines issued by the Commission;

c) To undertake studies, researches, and surveys necessary for the attainment of their functions, objectives and programs, and to collect and compile data on wages, incomes, productivity and other related information and periodically disseminate the same;

d) To coordinate with the other Boards as may be necessary to attain the policy and intention of the Labor Code;

e) To receive, process and act on applications for exemption from prescribed wage rates as may be provided by law or any Wage Order; and

f) To exercise such other powers and functions as may be necessary to carry out their mandate under the Labor Code.

Implementation of the plans, programs and projects of the Boards shall be through the respective Regional Offices of the Department, provided, however, that the Boards shall have technical supervision over the Regional Office of the Department with respect to the implementation of these plans, programs and projects.