Attitude and cultural level of the health staff on hospital waste management system: a case study of UHC Constantine-Algeria
by Kharzi Rabeh; Chaib Rachid; Akni Ahcene
International Journal of Environment and Waste Management (IJEWM), Vol. 30, No. 3, 2022

Abstract: This work is the first of its kind carried out at Algerian hospitals. Its purpose is to provide strategic decision support for risk management related to healthcare waste faced by our hospitals. The study is based on in situ observation and all based on knowledge of the attitude and cultural level of health staff regarding the hospital waste management system, in order to adapt the most appropriate techniques and measures on the one hand and to draw manager' attention to problems on the other. The methodology consists of developing a questionnaire based on dependent variables and their indicators, which are related to hypotheses and the objectives of our work. As a case study, we chose Dr. Benbadis University Hospital Center (UHC) of Constantine. Thus, we put in place effective actions to remedy the weaknesses identified by technical, organisational and human solutions, which allow preserving the health and improve health and safety at work of employees while engaging in a continuous improvement process. This approach can be generalised for other care facilities. This management is essential for a sustainable development. This work will open a national debate on the issue of hospital waste management.

Online publication date: Thu, 12-Jan-2023

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