Title: Cost Estimation of Waste Disposal and Risk Sensitivity in Port-Harcourt Township, Rivers State
Authors: S. L. Bani
Volume: 9
Issue: 1
Pages: 64-67
Publication Date: 2025/01/28
Abstract:
: Waste disposal is an action deliberately aim at enhancing clean and green environment, in an attempt to improve the general wellbeing and healthy condition of the ever-increasing populace. This consistent appreciation in population in Rivers State also create a corresponding increase in waste generated, and so the approach of disposal and control become complex and uneasy in the present dispensation. Hence, this study focusses on control of waste disposal and risk sensitivity in Port-Harcourt Township, Rivers state. Data was acquired through structured questionnaires and direct interviewed. Both statistical and qualitative techniques was employed for data analysis. Investigation shows that amongst five identified risks associated with waste disposal action, biological risks was more predominant in rainy season with accrued cost of 2.8×?10?^6 naira per year and ergonomics risk was the least in same season with accrued cost of 1.2×?10?^6 naira per year. Besides, in dry season, physical risk was the most predominant which consumed 1.4×?10?^6 naira annually, while chemical risk was the least significant in dry season and consumed accrued cost of 1.0×?10?^6 naira per year. Adequate training and sensitization of staff and stakeholders should be embarked on as a primary mitigation major for waste disposal and control in Port-Harcourt Township, Rivers State.