EcoMed Project
Current waste management practices at Maame Krobo Health Centre pose significant risks to patient and staff health, environmental contamination, and regulatory non-compliance. Specifically, these challenges include Inadequate segregation and disposal of infectious waste, compromising patient and staff health, improper disposal of hazardous waste, leading to environmental contamination as well as non-compliance with regulatory requirements, resulting in potential legal and reputational consequences.
- Ensure safe and sanitary disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
- Reduce the risk of infection transmission to patients, staff, and communities.
- Minimize environmental impacts through proper waste management
Construction
Ongoing Activities at the Site
Health Facility Benefits
The EcoMed project will provide numerous benefits to Maame Krobo Health Centre, including:
- Reduced risk of hospital-acquired infections.
- Improved patient and staff safety.
- Enhanced compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Reduced waste management costs.
Sustainability
To ensure long-term sustainability, the project will:
- Provide training and capacity building for health facility staff.
- Conduct regular maintenance and repairs.
- Optimize fuel efficiency and cost-effective operations.
- Integrate with existing waste management systems.
The EcoMed project offers a critical solution to Maame Krobo Health Centre’s waste management challenges, protecting patients, staff, and the environment while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. This initiative demonstrates a commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable healthcare practices.