Thread by @WashDrivers

With #Covid_19, we are generating more wastes, especially medical waste.
What are the impacts of this on the environment, and most importantly, on #sanitationworkers?

Join us on #WASHDriversHangout this week as we discuss with Oluwafemi Ariyo, @Harryphem.

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Meet our guest, #WASHDriversHangout

@Harryphem is a fellow of @WSSCCouncil. He holds a Masters degree in Water Resources and Environmental Engineering, and he currently works as an Industrial Water Chemical and Treatment Personnel in the private sector.

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We'll begin #WASHDriversHangout in less than 10mins.

Our topic is #Covid_19 and #MedicalWaste: Assessing the safety of Sanitation Workers.

Our guest is @Harryphem.

The session will be moderated by @vicogunsola

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@Harryphem

You are welcome to #WASHDriversHangout.

1. What the main lesson #COVID__19 is teaching the world?

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2. Wearing of face #mask in public has been mandated in Nigeria and in other places around the world. How effective is this measure in curbing the deadly disease?

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3. As a WASH Professional, What bothers you most about the use of #mask, especially #MedicalMask

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@Harryphem

4. What are the possible risks that can accompany the improper disposal of used medical #masks or any other?

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Investment in the health and safety pays both now and in the future. - @Harryphem
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Wearing face masks is only effective is we all wear it correctly and hygienically. @Harryphem

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5. What urgent actions must be done to protect the health of sanitation workers and scavengers amid #COVID19 Pandemic and increasing #medicalwaste.

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Regardless of how nice-looking a face mask is, don't just buy and wear. - @Harryphem

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6a. Looking post-pandemic period, what threat do you think #MedicalWaste may pose to freshwater supplies if such wastes are not properly managed?

b. Is there the possibility of #COVID19 surviving in water, and being spread as a result of such contamination?

@Harryphem we sincerely appreciate you for your time and the knowledge shared with us.

But before you go,

7. What are your recommendations on the use of PPE and #handwashing amid #COVID19 ?

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