Case Study #1

AN ISLAND FIRESTORM
If you were the official concern, what would you do after knowing
the findings of the chemist? How would you show commitment to public
interest in this case?
I am the official concern, it is my obligation to promote the welfare of the
community.
I should show my commitment to public interest through educating the
people on the island about proper disposal. There should be an orientation on the
awareness on the segregation of waste in order to be safe at all time.
Other than that, I will promote a propaganda on showing how to will help
restore the islands beauty and will be safe again for the people. By using tarpaulin,
streamers, and brochures, images of the old islands beauty will be shown to the
public and the present facts of what is the current situation of the island. Also, a
space on giving them tips on how to save the island.
And lastly, give the people, residents or tourists, a warning and afterwards a
disciplinary action for those who will not follow the rule of law which is the antipollution act. Hence discipline is one of the keys in educating people and I believe
this will help the propagandas, seminars or orientation will be effective and will be
put into action.

Case Study #2
WANTED: DEAD HEROES
If your were in Ricks shoes, who will you respond to the situation?
Will you allow Alonzo to pass through or not? Why and why not?
If I were Rick, I will not allow an alleged Army Colonel Alonzo to pass through
because of violation of the law. Yes we are outnumbered but I will immediately call
on the nearest police station for assistance.
I will inform Alonzo if his constitutional rights. That he is committing an act in
violation of an anti-illegal logging act.
As official with a rank of colonel, he already knew what is right or wrong. And
that he will be criminally or administratively liable for violation of the law. The Phil.
Army is not only a protector of the Filipino people but also a partner in nation
building

Case Study #3
WHAT ELSE I CAN DO?
Do you agree with Glenda? Why?
Is whistle blowing to the media acceptable as whistle blowing to an
elected around official?

Yes, I agree with Glenda. Because being a government employee, I should

uphold the internet of the public over and above my personal interest.
As public official, you should always adhere to the proper rules and
regulations for the welfare of the Filipino people
Glendas decision to report to the Chairman of the Committee on
Environment and Natural Resources is tenable because she has no other choice but
to report it to the higher authorities. If she will grant the request of her division
chief, what will happen? The proposed project will be hazardous to the environment
and to the community.
If ever, Senator Enriquez will not take any action regarding complaint, she
can go and report it to the press or media.

Case Study #4
PICK ME UP
Ronnie is now in a quandary. Now, if you are in Ronnies shoes, what will
you do?

Gift-giving is a part of our culture. Being a government employee you can

accept only gift that are nominal and insignificant.
In this case, Ronnie de Guzman did his job promptly and effectively, hence,
the title was awarded to Ms. Santos immediately. Ronnie performs his duties and
responsibilities but he did not demand any money or gift from Ms. Santos.
What was given by Ms. Santos is a taken of application and cannot be
considered as bribe since it is given after the service without any hint of bribery.
But if I were in Ronnies shoes, I will follow Ms. Santos and return the
envelope. But if I cant find her anymore I will keep it and give it ti the church or to
charity offices.

Case Study #5
BRING HOME OFFICE GOODIES
Which side would you take? Cynthias side or Melys? Why?

I would take Cynthias side. Being a government employee even if you are a
clerk you have no rights to bring home office supplies to be used for personal
interest because it is obviously unethical and unbecoming.
A government property should be utilized properly whether it just a simple
office supply. Using government properties in any form personal is not proper.
Purchased those supplies, came from public fund sourced from the tax payer, not
for the employees used but official business only.
RA 6713 that public officials and employee shall utmost devotion and
dedication to the duty. Finally, a government employee has the responsibility to take
care of every government property and utilize them properly for public internet and
not for personal one.

Case Study #6
MORE THAN JUST CASINOS
Is something legal also automatically moral? What do you think?

If something is legal it doesnt mean that it is automatically moral. There are

also things that are legal but immoral. There is a big difference but mean legal and
moral.
Legality refers to act that conform to the law.

Morality is based on an

individual belief and not the law. On the given example, PAGCOR, like the Lotto and
sweepstakes symbolize gambling. It is considered legal because it is allowed by
the government and the revenues remitted to the government helps a lot in
building school and other project of the government . It also helped sick people in
their medication and hospitalization.

But we cannot deny that it symbolizes

gambling. And gambling destroyed many lives and has broken many families. It is
a game of chance that people bet even the will get their money wallet hoping that
they will win, they will get money in many folds. Lotto and sweepstakes is legal, but
since they symbolize gambling, becomes immoral.

Case Study #7
I CAN AFFORD ANYWAY
If you were this employee, would you agree with her opinion regarding the
CSCs dress code?
The law states that public official and employees and their families. They
shall not indulge in an extravagant display of wealth in any form.
I dont agree with the employee opinion regarding the dress code of CSC.
Since she is a government employee, it is her obligation to abide with the law.
Through it is true that she can afford to buy expensive jewelries but still it is not
proper to wear them in reporting to work. Their might bad to public service
degradation.

So, to maintain an image public servant or as a government

employee, it is proper to follow the code as mandated by the CSC. The jewelries
and other expensive materials can be used in other occasion.

Case Study #8
GIFTS GALORE
Who do you think between Adora and Josie is right? Why?

Gift giving is an act that gives happiness to the receiver regardless of the
amount of the gift given. It is an act that appreciated so much by anybody. There is
nothing wrong with gift giving, but if it given in exchange for a favor that is asked or
for a task that was accomplished especially given to a government employee is no
longer good. People will think that the gift were given as payment for what she did
for them, and next time, if there people will ask favor her again, she cannot refuse
because of the gift that were given to her.
The law states that public officials and employees shall not solicit or accept
directly or indirectly any gifts, gratuity, favor, entertainment, loan or anything of
monetary values. Public employees should do their duties and that is to serve the
people for free because they are well-paid by the government for that.

Case Study #9
FOR OFFICIAL USE ALSO
If you happen to chance upon a government service vehicle parked in
places where you least expect a government official may transact
business with, what will you do? Will you take time to report the incident
to the Ombudsman? If not, what will you do? Why?

If I happen to chance upon a government service vehicle parked in place

where I least expect a government official may transact business with, the first
thing I will do is to think of the reason why the government official using the
government vehicle just drop by from an official business transaction near the
place. But if I happen to see it more than twice, then Ill try to know the reasons
why the vehicle is parked there. Since I am aware that government vehicles should
only be used for official business only them I have to inform the proper authorities
so that their act will be stopped and aside form that this will serve as warning also
to the other government officials who are using government vehicles for personal
interest. Government vehicles property which is issued to government officials to
perform their task and serve the people and not for personal interest.

Case Study #10

HE DOES, I DO
What do you think? Who is right, Roy or his boss?
A government employee or official should always possess the spirit of
professionalism by reporting to work on time. It is not good to see employees
reporting late many times, that people who needs his service are already waiting for
him. Very embarrassing and repulsive. In the situation given, Roy is right when he
said that his boss should not be expected for the policy. As an employee, it is his
responsibility to report to office on time (the boss). He should be the model to his
subordinates. Even if his house is far from the office but still he should find a way to
be in the office on time.
It is not proper that a boss say that Ray should wait until he becomes a boss.
To avoid complaints he should come to office on time, this is because the law
excuses no one. The law was made for everyone. In government office, there is no
law that says that a boss is exempted from going to office late.