Title: FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH THE MANAGEMENT OF BIOMEDICAL WASTE IN MILITARY HEALTHCARE FACILITIES IN KISANGANI. RESEARCH PROTOCOL
Authors: FERUZI KIKUNI Venance, KAKULE LWANGA Lwanga, AMOSI KIKWATA Guld Heritier, KATANDA FUNDI Josué, BASANDJA LONGEMBE Eugène, TAGOTO TEPUGIPAME Alliance, PANDA LUKONGO KITRONZA and LOSIMABA LIKWELA Joris
Abstract:
Introduction: The objective of this study is to evaluate the management of biomedical waste (BMW) and the factors associated with poor management in military healthcare facilities in Kisangani.
 
Material and methods: An analytical cross-sectional study will be conducted among 475 personnel from military healthcare facilities in Kisangani from July 31st to December 31st, 2023. Data will be collected through interviews, observations, and documentary reviews. The analysis of associated factors will be performed using the Pearson’s Chi-square test at a significance level of 5%. Odds ratios (OR) with their 95% confidence intervals (CI) will be presented with the Wald p-value.
 
Expected results: The expected results include data on the sociodemographic characteristics of the personnel, their knowledge and practices regarding BMW management, the availability of resources and guidelines, and the factors associated with BMW management. This study anticipates revealing poor BMW management due to a lack of adequate knowledge and practices among personnel, as well as shortcomings in infrastructure and equipment. We expect to identify risk factors such as lack of training, absence of guidelines, and logistical problems, through statistical analyses (OR, 95% CI, p-value).
 
Conclusion: The results of this study will provide essential evidence to inform interventions aimed at improving BMW management in military healthcare facilities in Kisangani. By identifying the factors associated with poor management, it will be possible to propose targeted measures to prevent risks and ensure the safety of personnel and the population.
Keywords: biomedical waste, hospital waste management, military healthcare facilities, Kisangani.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52267/IJASER.2025.6206
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Date of Publication: 30-04-2025
Published Issue & Volume: Vol 6 Issue 2 March-April 2025