Table 3 Disposal practices by waste category in Ga South Municipal Assembly, 2014
Waste category | Dustbin N (%) | Burn/Burial/Others N (%) | Not applicable N (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharps waste (n = 600) | 534 (89.0) | 56 (9.3) | 10 (1.7) |
Unwanted medicines (n = 600) | 481 (80.2) | 113 (18.8) | 6 (1.0) |
Soiled items (n = 582) | 454 (78.0) | 116 (19.9) | 12 (2.1) |
Blood soaked items (n = 592) | 250 (42.2) | 240 (40.6) | 102 (17.2) |