Manila, Oct. 24 -- The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) has conducted a surprise drug test for its regular and contract-of-service (COS) workers at its head office in Port Area, Manila.

In a statement on Friday, PPA General Manager Jay Santiago said the drug test held on Thursday was aimed at maintaining a drug-free workplace to sustain a "safe, efficient, and reliable port services nationwide."

"Makakaasa po ang ating mga kababayan na top priority ng PPA ang kaligtasan at kaayusan sa ating mga pantalan at mga pasahero. Kasama na po dito ang pagtitiyak na drug-free workplace ang PPA (The public can rest assured that safety and welfare of our ports and passengers is PPA's top priority. This includes ensuring a drug-free workplace at PPA)...