The Effectiveness of Intensified Security Measures of Barangay Sta. Monica Novaliches Amidst Pandemic

Vol. 3, No. 1A

Abstract

This study aims to determine the effectiveness of intensified security measures in Barangay Sta. Monica, Novaliches amidst the pandemic. When COVID-19 cases in the Philippines were first shown in the news, many people thought and said it would eventually be gone in just a few weeks, but that did not happen. Instead, the virus spread all over the Philippines, and the cases grew bigger until the government could not control it anymore. They announced that there would be an Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ) in every city affected by the pandemic. Barangays, therefore, have the huge responsibility of implementing minimum health standards. The barangay officials and tanods of Barangay Sta. Monica also implemented some rules and regulations to intensify the security measures of their subordinates.

The researchers used the descriptive method to determine the capabilities of the barangay in handling the security measures during the pandemic. Using a self-instructed questionnaire, the researchers interviewed the barangay officials, tanods, and residents.

The study concluded that the availability of workforce, program, and budget was regarded as "very effective," while the problems encountered were "moderately serious."

The study's findings show the implementation, scope, and limitations of the intensified security measures of the barangay officials and tanods of Barangay Sta. Monica is very effective. The suggestions and recommendations based on the data gathered were highly recommended. This study presents recommendations for any such barangay to assist them in defining and implementing intensified security measures. Some essential recommendations are put forward from the weaknesses identified in this survey to remedy the situation. The results of this study could also be a reference to other barangays to improve the effectiveness of security measures.