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Articles 4, 5, and 6 Flashcards

1
Q

What are the penalties for practicing chemistry without a valid registration and ID?
a) Warning and community service
b) Imprisonment and/or fine
c) License suspension only
d) Retraining requirement

A

b. Imprisonment and/or fine

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List three illegal activities related to the practice of chemistry.

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  1. Using another person’s registration/seal
  2. Abetting illegal practice, and
  3. Providing false information to the Board.
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3
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TF: A person with a temporary/special permit can practice chemistry independently without a registered chemist present.

A

False

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4
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Chemical laboratories operating without a valid authorization can result in a fine of up to _____.

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P1,000,000.00

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5
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If a chemical technician performs analysis alongside a registered chemist, whose signature and registration number are required on the report?

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Both the chemist’s and the technician’s (if within their scope of practice).

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Can a licensed chemist be restricted from practicing if their work falls within the scope of their profession?
a) Yes, if the client disapproves.
b) No, this Act protects their practice rights.
c) Only with Board approval.
d) It depends on the specific chemicals involved.

A

b. No, this Act protects their practice rights.

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7
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What does this section (Section 41) emphasize about the practice of chemistry and allied professions?

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Importance of staying within the defined scope of each profession.

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Registered chemists/technicians exposed to hazardous chemicals are entitled to hazard pay and health/accident insurance _____.

A

Commensurate to the risk involved

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9
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TF: Legal assistance for registered chemists/technicians is only provided if they win the civil/criminal suit.

A

False. Assistance is provided if the word was done in good faith.

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Who is responsible for providing legal assistance to a chemist facing a lawsuit arising from their professional work?
a) The Professional Regulation Commission
b) The chemist’s professional organization
c) The chemist’s employer/laboratory
d) The court where the lawsuit is filed

A

c. The chemist’s employer/laboratory

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What is the Professional Regulatory Board of Chemistry mandated to do under this Act?

A

Enforce the provisions of the Act and promulgate the necessary rules and regulations.

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TF: The Board can only conduct licensure exams once every five years.

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False. At least once a year.

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The Board shall maintain a public record of all ____ and their corresponding registration numbers.

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Disciplinary actions

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14
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What is the purpose of the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) program?
a) To generate additional income for the Board
b) To ensure chemists and technicians maintain their skills and knowledge
c) To penalize those who violate licensure regulations
d) To track the career paths of registered professionals

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b. To ensure chemists and technicians maintain their skills and knowledge

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How often should the Board review and, if necessary, revise the CPD program guidelines?

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Every five years

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TF: The current Board members will be replaced upon the enactment of this Act.

A

False. They will continue for 2 years or their current term, whichever is longer.

17
Q

What happens to chemists already registered under the previous law (RA 754)?

A

They are automatically considered registered under this new Act.

18
Q

Registered chemists must obtain an official seal with their name and registration number within _____.

A

3 years from the effectivity of the Act

19
Q

What documents require a registered chemist’s signature and seal?
a) All official lab reports
b) Only research papers
c) All official documents requiring certification
d) Documents related to licensure exams

A

c. All official documents requiring certification

20
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Can someone teaching chemistry subjects without a degree in chemistry automatically continue after the grace period?

A

No, they must fulfill specific requirements within 3 years.

21
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The grace period for complying with the new Act’s provisions is ____ years.

A

3

22
Q

What is one requirement for individuals teaching chemistry subjects to be eligible for a special permit after the grace period?
a) Passing the chemist licensure exam
b) Completion of at least 60 chemistry units in their degree
c) Research publication in a chemistry journal
d) None of the above

A

b. Completion of at least 60 chemistry units in their degree

23
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TF: A special permit to teach chemistry subjects allows the holder to practice chemistry independently.

A

False. It only allows teaching, not practicing

24
Q

What are the four requirements individuals teaching chemistry subjects must fulfill within the grace period to be eligible for a special permit?

A

Completing 60 chemistry units, teaching satisfactorily for 3 years, meeting Board requirements, and active CPD participation.

25
Q

After the grace period, individuals teaching chemistry must submit ____ for evaluation to be considered for a special permit.

A

Certified true copies of relevant transcripts

26
Q

How long does the Board have to create the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR)?
a) 30 days
b) 60 days
c) 90 days
d) 1 year

A

b. 60 days

27
Q

What are three things the Board is responsible for creating under section 47?

A

Implementing Rules and Regulations, Code of Ethics, necessary resolutions

28
Q

TF: The funding for implementing this Act comes solely from the Professional Regulation Commission.

A

False. It will be included in the national budget

29
Q

TF: Even if a portion of this Act is found unconstitutional, the rest of the Act will still be valid.

A

True (Separability Clause)

30
Q

What previous law is repealed by this Act?

A

Republic Act No. 754

31
Q

When does this Act take effect?
a) Upon its approval by the President
b) 15 days after publication in the Official Gazette or a major newspaper
c) On the next anniversary of its signing
d) Immediately

A

b. 15 days after publication in the Official Gazette or a major newspaper

32
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This Act has no specific deadline for taking effect.

A

False. Effective 15 days after official publication.

33
Q

The Chairperson of the PRC must include the implementation of this Act in the Commission’s _____.

A

Programs

34
Q

What needs approval from the Professional Regulation Commission before being implemented?

A

Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR)

35
Q

What happens to any existing regulations that contradict this new Act?
a) They are grandfathered in and remain enforceable.
b) They require minor adjustments to comply.
c) They are automatically repealed.
d) They are reviewed by the Board on a case-by-case basis.

A

c. They are automatically repealed.

BIOCHEM 71 (6 decks)

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