scholarly journals Factors Associated with Composting of Solid Waste at Household Level in Masaka Municipality, Central Uganda

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Pius Nsimbe ◽  
Hilbert Mendoza ◽  
Solomon Tsebeni Wafula ◽  
Rawlance Ndejjo
Keyword(s):  
Solid Waste ◽  
Solid Waste Management ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Limited Information ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Household Level ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Waste Segregation ◽  
Domestic Solid Waste

The domestic solid waste stream composition of urban settings in many developing countries including Uganda is largely biodegradable in nature, and thus, composting provides the most suitable solid waste management option for these wastes. However, there is limited information about waste composting at the household level and associated determinants in Uganda. A cross-sectional study was employed to collect quantitative data from 368 residents of Masaka municipality, Central Uganda. A semistructured interviewer administered questionnaire was used which assessed knowledge, perceptions, and practices of composting. Data were analysed using STATA 13.0, and binary logistic regression was used to determine the factors that influence composting at the household level. Of the 368 participants, 11.4% were engaged in composting. Factors associated with household level composting were age of 46 years and above (aOR = 2.69, 95% CI = (1.06–6.80)), possession of a garden (aOR = 28.88, 95% CI = (3.85–216.72)), engagement in waste segregation (aOR = 5.56, 95% CI = (2.25–13.86)), and periurban residence (aOR = 3.81, 95% CI = (1.78–8.16)). The practice of composting at the household level was low. This therefore highlights the need for urban authorities to develop initiatives for promoting composting at the household level while considering the identified predictors associated with composting.

scholarly journals Domestic Waste Disposal Practices and Perception towards Solid Waste Management in Selected Areas of Bangalore, India

2021 ◽  
pp. 14-23
Author(s):  
Anisha Rai ◽  
S. Umashankar
Keyword(s):  
Waste Management ◽  
Solid Waste ◽  
Waste Disposal ◽  
Garbage Collection ◽  
Solid Waste Management ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
Waste Segregation

Aims: To assess the waste disposal practices and perception towards solid waste management in selected areas of Bangalore. Study Design:  Descriptive cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: Bangalore between November 2019- November 2020. Methodology: Multi stage sampling technique was used. Using random sampling, respondents from 100 households were selected from each of the 3 study areas. Face to face interview and focus group discussions in all 3 areas were conducted. Semi structured questionnaires were used to collect data. Results: The study revealed that only 35% of the respondents segregated their waste even though 64% of them had heard about it. 74.7% of them said waste van was available to collect their waste whereas few of them also resorted to open dumping and burning as method of waste disposal. 94% of the respondents said food waste was the commonly produced waste followed by plastics and papers. 14.3% respondents said garbage collection facility was not available in their area. About 72.6% of them were satisfied with the current solid waste management system. Availability of regular garbage collection facility was found to be significant with waste disposal practice. Conclusion: The variables such as age, education, size of household, source of income and monthly income were found to be significant with waste segregation practices. The waste segregation practices were found to be highly significant with knowledge on waste segregation, education on solid waste management, and exposure to information.

scholarly journals Association Between Occupational Exposure to Domestic Solid Waste and Dental Caries: A Cross Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mariana Andrade ◽  
Nara Araujo ◽  
Maria Isabel Vianna ◽  
Maria Cristina Cangussu ◽  
Isaac Gomes-Filho ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Occupational Exposure ◽  
Solid Waste ◽  
Direct Contact ◽  
Dental Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Missing Teeth ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Dmft Index ◽  
Domestic Solid Waste

Abstract This cross-sectional study evaluated the dental caries and its associated factors among domestic waste collectors. A total of 301 adult men who worked for a waste collection corporation were included; 171 men worked in direct contact with domestic solid waste and 130 did not. Sociodemographic data, working and medical history were assessed. The decayed, missing, and filled permanent teeth (DMFT) index was examined. Logistic regression analysis was used to identify factors associated with dental status with a significance level of 5%. The overall mean DMFT score was 8.36 ± 5.64. The mean DMFT, missing teeth (MT), and filled teeth (FT) were significantly higher in workers who did not have any direct contact with waste (p ≤ 0.04). In the logistic analysis, DMFT ≥ 8 was only associated with older age (OR = 8.41 [95% confidence interval (95%CI), 5.01–14.12], p < 0.001). Decayed teeth (DT) ≥ 2 was associated with no previous oral hygiene instruction (OR = 2.70 [1.50–4.81], p = 0.001) and no daily dental flossing (OR = 4.26 [1.92–9.43], p < 0.001). MT ≥ 9 was associated with lower education level (OR = 3.33 [1.57–7.10], p = 0.002). FT ≥ 3 had a negative association with low income (OR = 0.42 [0.25–0.70], p < 0.001) and no daily flossing (OR = 0.42 [0.23–0.76], p = 0.004). Occupational exposure to domestic solid waste was not associated with poor dental status. Instead, age, education, income level, and oral hygiene were associated with dental health status. Missing teeth constituted the major component of the DMFT index. Therefore, prevention and oral rehabilitation programs are necessary to improve dental health.

scholarly journals Status of Household Solid Waste Management and Associated Factors in a Slum Community in Kampala, Uganda

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Charles Ssemugabo ◽  
Solomon Tsebeni Wafula ◽  
Grace Biyinzika Lubega ◽  
Rawlance Ndejjo ◽  
Jimmy Osuret ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Waste Management ◽  
Solid Waste ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Solid Waste Management ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Household Solid Waste ◽  
Behavioural Aspects ◽  
Slum Community

Background. Only a third of the total waste generated in slum communities in Kampala is collected and disposed of to the landfill every month. This study assessed the status of household solid waste management and associated factors in a slum community in Kampala, Uganda. Methods. We conducted a community-based cross-sectional study involving 395 households using a semistructured questionnaire and an observational checklist. Proper solid waste management was determined based on possession of waste collection and storage receptacle; collection receptacle ability to minimise nuisances (covered); segregation of waste; presence of flies and other vectors; and collection receptacle fill status. Prevalence rate ratios and their 95% confidence intervals were used as a measure of association. Results. Only, 41.3% (163/395) of the households exhibited proper waste management practices. The majority of the households 85.8% (339/395) owned solid waste storage receptacles, most of which were sacs 61.7% (209/339) and would minimise nuisances 72.9% (245/339). The main type of waste collected was biodegradable materials 56.7% (224/395). The majority of the households 78.7% (311/395) did not segregate their waste. Solid waste was mainly transported to the collection point by pulling the collecting sac 54.4% (215/395). The city authority 73.9% (292/395) and private companies 12.9% (51/395) were the major entities collecting waste. Factors associated with proper waste management were collecting waste in plastic containers (adjusted PR = 1.27, 95% CI (1.04–1.55)), polythene bags (adjusted PR = 0.26, 95% CI (0.14–0.47)), and paper bags or metallic bins (adjusted PR = 0.13, 95% CI (0.03–0.44)) as well as awareness of solid waste management laws (adjusted PR = 1.49, 95% CI (1.20–1.85)) and the dangers of improper solid waste management (adjusted PR = 2.15, 95% CI (1.51–3.06)). Conclusion. Solid waste management was generally poor. As such, a cascade of interventions that address knowledge, physical, and behavioural aspects of solid waste management is required to improve its management in slum communities.

scholarly journals Individual- and Household-Level Risk Factors Associated with Malaria in Mutasa District, Zimbabwe: A Serial Cross-Sectional Study

2016 ◽  
Vol 95 (1) ◽  
pp. 133-140 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mufaro Kanyangarara ◽  
Sungano Mharakurwa ◽  
Tamaki Kobayashi ◽  
Frank C. Curriero ◽  
Timothy Shields ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Household Level ◽  
Factors Associated

scholarly journals Risk factors associated with COVID-19 Intensive Care Unit hospitalisation in Guyana: A cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Steven A. Seepersaud
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Retrospective Chart Review ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Laboratory Findings ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Independent Variables ◽  
Icu Admission

Objective The purpose of the study was to determine risk factors associated with COVID-19 ICU hospitalisation at Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC), Guyana. Methods A retrospective chart-review was conducted on all COVID-19 admissions from March to September 2020. The predictive factors were demographics, comorbidities, signs and symptoms of COVID-19 and laboratory findings on admission. Descriptive frequency analysis was done for all independent variables and the Chi-square test was used to compare differences between groups where suitable. Univariate and multivariate binary logistic regression was used to examine the association between the independent variables and the risk for ICU hospitalisation. Results There were 136 patients with COVID-19 at GPHC during March to September 2020 and after exclusion, 135 patients were used in the study. There were 72 (53.4%) patients who required non-ICU care, while 63 (46.6%) ICU care and average age ± SD (median) was 51 ±16 (n= 49) and 56 ±18 (n= 60), respectively. In the multivariate regression model, the odds of ICU admission for those aged 40-65 was 0.14 (p <.01) compared to those > 65 years. Patients with class 2 and above obesity had higher odds of ICU admission compared to non-obese patients OR 11.09 (p= .006). Patients with 2 and 3 or more comorbidities also had higher odds of ICU admission compared to those with no comorbidities OR 7.83 (p= .03) and 132 (p <.001), respectively. Patients with LDH 228-454 U/L and > 454 U/L on admission had higher odds of ICU admission compared to those with normal LDH OR 19.88 (p= .001) and 23.32 (p= .001), respectively. Patients with albumin < 3.50 mg/dL on admission also had higher odds of ICU admission compared to those with normal albumin OR 5.78 (p= .005). Conclusion Risk factors associated with ICU hospitalisation were advanced age, obesity, multiple comorbidities, elevated LDH and low albumin. Protecting the population at risk for ICU admission and prioritizing them for vaccination is recommended to reduce the risk of running out of ICU capacity.

scholarly journals A Study of Prevalence and Factors Associated with Geriatric Impairment: Evidence from a Cross-Sectional Study in India

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shubham Kumar ◽  
Shekhar Chauhan ◽  
Ratna Patel ◽  
David Jean Simon
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Speech Impairment ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Potential Health ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Ageing Study

Abstract Background: Increasing life expectancy and declining fertility, resulting from improved healthcare systems worldwide, has resulted in a growing elderly population. The paradigm shift of the population towards the aged has tremendous health implications. Therefore, this study intends to examine the five domains of geriatric impairment: physical, cognitive, hearing, vision, and speech impairment. Methods: The prevalence and factors associated with geriatric impairment were examined in this study by utilizing Longitudinal Ageing Study in India (LASI) wave-I data. Bivariate and binary logistic regression analyses were used as study tools. Results: The study has demonstrated that higher age had a gradient of negative impact on the older adults, although for the unadjusted model. Results found that female elderly (OR=0.81; C.I.= 0.68-0.97) and educated elderly likely (OR=0.57; C.I.= 0.32-1.02) were less likely to report geriatric impairment than their respective counterparts. Conclusion: There is a need to building partnerships to develop effective programs tackling impairment among the elderly. Launching programs that provide education for older adults to elicit potential health benefits may reduce impairment progression.

scholarly journals Waste Segregation at Source: A Strategy to Reduce Waterlogging in Sylhet

2021 ◽  
pp. 369-383
Author(s):  
Muntaha Rakib ◽  
Nabila Hye ◽  
A. K. Enamul Haque
Keyword(s):  
Waste Management ◽  
Solid Waste ◽  
Solid Waste Management ◽  
Critical Role ◽  
Economic Incentives ◽  
Social Recognition ◽  
Management Systems ◽  
Household Level ◽  
Home Based ◽  
Waste Segregation

AbstractPoor solid waste-management systems in cities in developing countries make them vulnerable to climate-induced risks. It has been pointed out in the literature that the waste management process needs to be holistic and inclusive from waste generation to disposal in order to make it efficient and sustainable. While women in their day-to-day activities at home play a critical role in waste management, they are often excluded in the public waste-management systems which are mainly managed by men. This research used women-centric approaches for motivatingcitizens using social and moral persuasion, economic incentives and social recognition to participate in municipal solid waste management. The findings indicate that the awareness campaign using motivational approaches eventually worked and that the women-centric approaches used are important for promoting home-based waste segregation at source. The study also revealed that a simple payment mechanism for waste disposal services at the household level is not enough to convert littered cities into clean cities. A women-centric approach also contributes to developing community-based solutions to adapt to climate-induced flooding and makes a city more resilient, addressing sustainable development goals.

scholarly journals Use of personal protective equipment among waste workers of Sisdol landfill site of Nepal

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 158-164
Author(s):  
A Khanal ◽  
A Sondhi ◽  
S Giri
Keyword(s):  
Solid Waste ◽  
Personal Protective Equipment ◽  
Solid Waste Management ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Landfill Site ◽  
Kathmandu Valley ◽  
Protective Equipment ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Willingness To Participate ◽  
Cross Sectional

Introduction: Solid waste management is a major issue in Nepal with Kathmandu valley generating the highest amount of solid waste. After recovery, the solid waste generated in Kathmandu valley is transferred to the Sisdol landfill site. There are waste workers in Sisdol landfill site who sustain their livelihood by collecting recyclables from those wastes. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is necessary to protect the frontline waste workers against infection. In addition, the waste workers need to know the proper usage of PPE in order to protect themselves from contamination. This study aimed to assess the awareness and proper usage of PPE along with the challenges faced by the waste workers at Sisdol landfill site. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted to collect data from landfill waste workers of Sisdol located at Kakani Rural Municipality in Nuwakot district of Nepal. A convenience sampling method was used based on the availability of landfill waste workers on that day and their willingness to participate. The data was collected using the structured questionnaire and personal interview of available waste workers. Results: The study comprised of 65% female and 35% male waste workers. The highest percentage of waste workers belong to 27-37 age group occupying 43% of total respondents.  Around 92% waste workers had participated in any orientation/training or session related to PPE and its usage. About 60% landfill waste workers were found only using mask and gloves. Conclusion: There is small number of waste workers who wish to wear full set of PPE. Most of them only like to wear mask and gloves. The gender, age group and the education level of waste workers had no association with the usage of PPE during the work.

scholarly journals PREVALENCE AND FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH NONSPECIFIC LOW BACK PAIN IN NURSING WORKERS

2020 ◽  
Vol 29 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zulamar Aguiar Cargnin ◽  
Dulcinéia Ghizoni Schneider ◽  
Ione Jayce Ceola Schneider
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Psychosocial Conditions

ABSTRACT Objective: to determine the prevalence and factors associated with nonspecific low back pain in nursing workers in a public hospital in the South of the country. Method: a cross-sectional study involving 301 nursing workers. Data collection was carried out from May to October 2017 and, in addition to a questionnaire with sociodemographic, work, health conditions, lifestyle and psychosocial conditions, the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire was used as a screening tool for low back pain and the Self Report Questionnaire to assess the possibility of minor psychiatric disorders. The Chi-Square test was used to analyze the association between variables, and multivariate analysis with Binary Logistic Regression to estimate the Odds Ratio and the 95% confidence intervals. Results: the prevalence of nonspecific low back pain was 51.4% (95% CI: 45.5-57.3) in the last 12 months and 45.4% (95% CI: 39.4-51.3) in the last seven days, and limitation for activities of daily living and work of 18.1% (95% CI: 13.5-22.7). The presence of other diseases and psychosocial and psychological factors increased the chances of presenting or low back pain discomfort. Conclusion: the results demonstrate the need for greater attention to nursing workers, mainly related to the presence of musculoskeletal pain and to their mental suffering.

Constraints Of Community Participation On Domestic Solid Waste Management In Sodo City, Wolayita Ethiopia

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 257-278
Author(s):  
Merihun Fikru Meja ◽  
Nigatu Bushura Ayano
Keyword(s):  
Waste Management ◽  
Solid Waste ◽  
Community Participation ◽  
Solid Waste Management ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression Model ◽  
Waste Facility ◽  
Domestic Solid Waste

This study was undertaken to assess the constraints of community participation on domestic solid waste management activities in sodo city, Ethiopia. Both qualitative and quantitative data were collected from primary and secondary sources. The primary data were collected from 204 households who were randomly selected from four kebeles (Fana, Gebeya, Gido and Selame) of wolayita-sodo city. The primary data were gathered through survey questionnaire, key informant interview, focus group discussion, and field observation. The secondary data were collected from central statistics authority, city municipality, published and unpublished sources. The collected data were analyzed by using descriptive statistics and binary logistic regression model. The result shows that participation of communities on domestic solid waste management was low. The result from binary logistic regression model revealed that the probability of household participation on domestic solid waste management was positively and significantly constrained by educational level of households, household income, and household access to main road, small-scale enterprise service coverage and supply of waste facility. On the other hand, sex of household head and marital statuses were negatively and significantly constrained the probability of household participations on domestic solid waste management. As a result, widening the horizon of education and training, expanding small-scale enterprise service coverage, supply of waste facility and provision of road infrastructure within the community was suggested to reduce constraints of community participation on domestic solid waste management.

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