Effectiveness of waste management interventions at the new District General Hospital, Hambantota
Abstract
Background: Healthcare waste management is a critical global issue and an effective waste management is essential to maintain a safe and hygienic healthcare environment. District General Hospital, Hambantota serves a significant population in the region and the hospital generates substantial medical waste including general non-hazardous waste, hazardous waste, infectious waste and recyclable waste.
Objective: To assess the effectiveness of waste management interventions at the hospital and to provide recommendations for improving waste handling and disposal strategies.
Methods: A comprehensive approach was adopted, involving a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods. Surveys and direct observations assessed current practices and infrastructure, while interviews with healthcare professionals provided in-depth insights. Compliance with waste management regulations and guidelines was evaluated through document analysis.
Results: Following the intervention, waste production per bed per day was significantly reduced from 2.03kg to 1.27kg, and most waste types showed a decrease in quantity.
Conclusion: Following the intervention, waste production per bed per day was significantly reduced from 2.03kg to 1.27kg, and most waste types showed a decrease in quantity.
Objective: To assess the effectiveness of waste management interventions at the hospital and to provide recommendations for improving waste handling and disposal strategies.
Methods: A comprehensive approach was adopted, involving a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods. Surveys and direct observations assessed current practices and infrastructure, while interviews with healthcare professionals provided in-depth insights. Compliance with waste management regulations and guidelines was evaluated through document analysis.
Results: Following the intervention, waste production per bed per day was significantly reduced from 2.03kg to 1.27kg, and most waste types showed a decrease in quantity.
Conclusion: Following the intervention, waste production per bed per day was significantly reduced from 2.03kg to 1.27kg, and most waste types showed a decrease in quantity.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.4038/sljma.v24i2.5425 | Journal eISSN: 1391-2909
Language: English
Page range: 51 - 56
Published on: May 6, 2024
Published by: College of Medical Administrators of Sri Lanka
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
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