26/12/2024
PUBLIC ADVISORY
Unauthorized Use of the Red Cross Emblem and/or the Philippine Red Cross Logo
It has come to our attention that unscrupulous individuals in their private vehicles, bearing improvised decals of the Red Cross emblem and/or Philippine Red Cross logo, as well as ambulances displaying unauthorized logos, are misusing these protected symbols.
The Red Cross emblem, as is the Red Crescent and the Red Crystal, is a symbol of protection, and its use is reserved only to the Philippine Red Cross, the organic and attached medical service and religious personnel of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, and organizations belonging to the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
Under Republic Act No. 10530, or The Red Cross and Other Emblems Act of 2013, the willful and indiscriminate use of the Red Cross emblem or the indicative logo of the Philippine Red Cross “to deceive the general public irrespective of its purpose” is punishable by:
Arresto mayor (imprisonment).
Fine of not less than Fifty Thousand Pesos (₱50,000.00), or both, at the discretion of the court for each violation.
For Ambulances
Ambulances must use the blue "Star of Life" emblem, which is internationally recognized for emergency medical services (EMS). Unauthorized use of the Red Cross emblem or Philippine Red Cross logo on ambulances is strictly prohibited unless specifically authorized.
Other Prohibited Uses
The Red Cross emblem must not be used in:
First aid stations.
Hospital logos.
Safety-first signage.
Veterinary clinics or general clinics.
Brands, establishments, or any unauthorized capacity.
We are therefore reminding the public to refrain from deliberately misusing the Red Cross emblem and/or the PRC logo in any form. Help us protect the sanctity of these humanitarian symbols.
Thank you for your cooperation.
- Red Cross Youth Negros Occidental