Onsite Assessment of Material Waste Minimization of Operations on Construction Projects
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2022
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Oladiran O.J.
Soyngbe A.A.
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Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Nigeria
Abstract
The minimization effectiveness of any framework can be determined by subjecting it to
objective assessment on real-life projects before it can be engaged as a reliable tool for
practitioners. This study is an objective validation of a framework for materials waste
minimizations (FMWM) on construction sites. The specific objectives are to: refine the
structure of the FMWM; assess the FMWM; evaluate its effectiveness; and determine
implementation strategies of the FMWM. Cross-sectional survey and pure experimental
research designs were used among professionals and construction projects in Lagos State.
Data were collected using focus group discussions, interviews and site evaluation; and
analyzed with descriptive and inferential statistical tools. The findings reveal that the FMWM
is appropriate for material waste minimization with the overall effectiveness of 4.09%, which
could be enhanced when the FMWM is used at all stages of construction projects. It implies
that construction material waste can be reduced when the FMWM is adequately engaged. It is
recommended that professionals should adopt the FMWM for site operations on their
projects. This can be done by head offices mandating site teams to apply the FMWM on sites
and requesting its inclusion on site reports.
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Oladiran, O.J. & Soyingbe, A.A. (2022). Onsite assessment of material waste minimization of operations on construction projects. ATBU Journal of Environmental Technology, 15(2), 149 – 166.