The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) Region 1 held a four‑day training program on dam safety management at the NIA‑Magat River Integrated Irrigation System (MARIIS). The event aimed to enhance the skills of personnel in dam inspection, monitoring, and maintenance. Participants included staff from the regional office, irrigation management offices (IMOs), and the NIA Central Office. The training was organized by NIA Region 1 in partnership with NIA‑MARIIS and the NIA Central Office. Its focus was on best practices for inspecting, monitoring, and maintaining dams to strengthen safety management and support the long‑term reliability of irrigation infrastructure. NIA Region 1 said the initiative is part of its broader efforts to improve dam safety, sustain irrigation facilities, and ensure reliable irrigation services for Filipino farmers.
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