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Medical waste generation, collection and storage practices among primary health centres in Owerri zone, Imo State
(Federal University of Technology, Owerri, 2023-12) Okoro, Ezinne Teresina
Medical waste management is to ensure that healthcare facilities are clean and equally to eradicate nosocomial infections. The study aimed to determine medical waste generation, collection and storage practices among Primary Health Centres in Owerri Zone, Imo State. The study employed descriptive cross sectional study, because it examined medical waste generation, collection and storage practices among Primary Health Centres. The survey was designed to use an observation checklist and questionnaires which was administered to 380 participants (nurses, lab technicians, doctors, community health officers, cleaners, environmental health officers) from a sample size of 38 Primary Health Centers. The collected data was entered into computer Software called Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) Version 21.0 and analysed using descriptive statistical analysis. The results were displayed in frequency tables and charts. The association between variables was determined with chi-square statistical test to show that there is a relationship between the location of primary health centers and the type of medical waste generated, significant relationship between knowledge of health workers and waste collection practices, significant relationship between the type of primary health center and medical waste storage. Other findings observed that most 121(31.8%) of the respondents were junior community health officers who had about 6- 12 years work experience. Majority 160 (42.1%) reported facilities had between 6-10 beds with an average of 5-10 bed occupancy in a week. Many facilities 224 (58.9%) do not weigh their waste but in all, general waste (45.0%) was the highest contributor of solid waste stream. More facilities 213 (56.1%) showed that there was no proper collection plan though waste was collected in a variety of receptacles. A fewer facilities 171 (45.0%) practiced waste segregation though poor colour coding was observed. Very many of the respondents 295 (77.6%) reported their facilities had inadequate storage containers and many were without lids. Many of the facilities 224(58.9%) have no specific/designated area for waste storage and 57(36.5%) of the respondents reported open dumping and 55(35.2%)store waste behind buildings. In conclusion, out of the 380 participants, 329 (86.6%) had no knowledge of any policy regarding waste management in their establishment hence, fair knowledge of the risks associated with poor waste handling was observed. There is a need for regular staff training
and retraining in medical waste management and the use of personal protective equipment.
General Optometry
(Federal University of Technology, Owerri, 2013) School of Health Technology, Department of Optometry.
Ocular Anatomy 1
(Federal University of Technology, Owerri, 2015-04-15) School of Health Technology, Department of Optometry.
Comparative analysis of techniques for estimating aquifer hydraulic parameters: Case study of Ezza and Ikwo areas South Eastern Nigeria
(Federal University of Technology, Owerri, 2021-12) Oli, Ifeanyi Chidozie
Aquifer hydraulic parameters (Hydraulic conductivity and transmissivity) plays an important rolein the assessment and management of groundwater. Conventionally, these parameters are best estimated by means of a pumping test, which is expensive and time consuming. The integration of data from the electrical resistivity survey and the pumping test provides a cost-effective and efficient alternative. A total of Thirty-five (35) Vertical Electrical Sounding with a maximum current electrode spacing of 150m using Schlumberger array, with parametric sounding performed in the vicinity of the five (5) wells where the pumping test was conducted for comparative purposes. The empirical relationship between the hydraulic conductivity derived from the pumping test and the aquifer resistance were established for the different Formations(Ebonyi and Abakaliki Formation) and, in turn, used to estimate aquifer hydraulic parameters in areas away from wells. Aquifer hydraulic conductivity varies from 0.49m/day to 1.5735m/daywith a mean value of 0.9205m/day for the Ebonyi Formation, while those underlain by the Abakaliki Formation have hydraulic conductivity values that varies from0.0775m/dayto1.3023m/day, with a mean value of 0.2883m/day. The Transmissivity values ranges between0.29m2 /day to 57.27m2 /day with a mean value of 6.59m2 /day. Transmissivity values obtained were compared with Krásný’s Transmissivity classifications and the result used to delineatethearea into three aquifer potential zones; very low, low and intermediate zones. The studyshowsthat the areas underlain by the Ebonyi Formation have a higher groundwater potential than thoseunderlain by the Abakaliki Formation. This is also supported by the geology of the area, with the Abakaliki Formation dominated by shales that have very low permeability, while the Ebonyi Formation consists of shales with alternations of sandstones, which supports good aquifer conditions. Statistical analysis of the different model equations used in estimating hydraulic conductivity of the study area shows that the New Model proved to be a better substitute intheabsence of pumping test data.
The capability of construction firms in the delivery of projects in Anambra State
(Federal University of Technology, Owerri, 2024-04) Okekunle, Rasaki Chris
This work examined the capacity of construction firms in the delivery of construction projects in Anambra State. The objectives include to analyse the selected construction projects to determine their level of performance, to determine the level of correlation between the role of contractors and implementation of projects and analyse the factors that inhibit construction firms’ role in the implementation of construction projects. Earned Value Analysis method was partly used to analyze the performance data of the selected construction projects which showed low performance due to high level of cost and time overrun. The contributory factors to the low performance were identified. Based on this, five-point Likert’s scale questionnaire was designed and distributed to 111 respondents for assessment. The multiple regression analysis of the factors show that all the identified factors significantly affected the role and performance of the construction firms with poor economic situation posing the highest effect. Hence, the study recommends that Government policies should be formulated to create a conducive environment for construction firms to be active in their roles for improve success in the delivery of construction projects; Construction firms should apply the project management techniques; construction firms should ensure that qualified personnel are employed to handle the planning and implementation of construction projects, Honesty and transparency should be the watch word for construction firms in performing their construction activities when dealing with clients and; The NSE and other organized professional bodies in Nigeria should revoke the operating license of construction firms found violating the professional ethics and roles in managing projects. This will reduce the level of insincerity exhibited by most construction firms and improve expertise in the execution of construction projects by engaging qualified personnel with the requisite knowledge regarding project management techniques for proper planning and implementation of construction projects in Anambra State.