With the signing of Joint Resolution No. 1 by former President Rodrigo Duterte on January 1, 2018, Fire Officers in the Philippines were granted a significant opportunity for a base pay increase.
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Base Pay
Here’s how firefighters’ pay increases are outlined in the Philippines’ salary grade table:
| Rank | Base Pay (₱) |
|---|---|
| Fire Officer 1 | 29,668 |
| Fire Officer 2 | 30,867 |
| Fire Officer 3 | 32,114 |
| Senior Fire Officer 1 | 33,411 |
| Senior Fire Officer 2 | 34,079 |
| Senior Fire Officer 3 | 34,761 |
| Senior Fire Officer 4 | 38,366 |
| Fire Inspector | 49,528 |
| Fire Senior Inspector | 56,582 |
| Fire Chief Inspector | 62,555 |
| Fire Superintendent | 71,313 |
| Fire Senior Superintendent | 80,583 |
| Fire Chief Superintendent | 91,058 |
| Fire Director | 102,896 |
The lowest-ranking BFP member, Fire Officer I, earns a monthly salary of ₱29,668, while the highest-ranking Director receives ₱102,896.
Longevity Pay
BFP Fire Officers receive longevity pay every five years, amounting to 10% of their base salary, capped at 50% of their basic pay.
If there’s a break in service due to unpaid leave, the longevity payment is delayed by the number of months without pay.
Quarters Allowance
BFP officers without housing get a monthly quarters allowance, ranging from ₱400.00 to ₱1,200.00 depending on rank. They also have access to living quarters at their office.
If transferred between stations, they receive a living quarters allowance as per the table below:
| Rank | Amount per Month (₱) |
|---|---|
| Fire Officer 1 | 400 |
| Fire Officer 2 | 400 |
| Fire Officer 3 | 450 |
| Senior Fire Officer 1 | 450 |
| Senior Fire Officer 2 | 450 |
| Senior Fire Officer 3 | 500 |
| Senior Fire Officer 4 | 500 |
| Fire Inspector | 600 |
| Fire Senior Inspector | 650 |
| Fire Chief Inspector | 700 |
| Fire Superintendent | 800 |
| Fire Senior Superintendent | 900 |
| Fire Chief Superintendent | 1,050 |
| Fire Director | 1,200 |
Clothing Allowance
BFP firefighters receive a clothing allowance of ₱14,000 every 3 years to cover the costs of buying, cleaning, and maintaining their uniforms.
Personnel Economic Relief Allowance (PERA)
As per Senate Bill No. 3125, BFP Fire Officers receive PERA, totaling ₱4,000 monthly, to help them manage inflation and increasing prices.
Hazard Pay
Philippine firefighters receive extra hazard pay, compensating for the risks they face during their duties.
All fire officers get ₱540 monthly as hazard pay.
Subsistence Allowance
BFP personnel receive a subsistence allowance of ₱4,500 per month to cover the cost of their daily meals, ensuring their availability for duty even during meal times.
Thank You Note:
To all BFP personnel, thank you for your hard work in keeping us safe. You do an important job, and we appreciate your bravery and dedication. Keep up the good work!
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