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Risk Factors Associated with Hygiene and Sanitation Practices in Public Secondary Schools in Kitale Municipality Trans Nzoia County, Kenya

Author(s) Douglas Doyle Kebati, Dominic Mogere, Teresia Ngonjo
Country Kenya
Abstract Introduction: This study aimed to assess the risk factors associated with sanitation and hygiene conditions in public secondary schools within Kitale Municipality, Trans-Nzoia County, Kenya. Despite efforts to improve sanitation in schools, many secondary schools in Kenya still face challenges in maintaining adequate sanitation and hygiene facilities.
Methodology: This descriptive cross-sectional study sought to fill the existing research gap by examining the cleanliness of facilities, identifying factors affecting sanitation and hygiene, and exploring common diseases related to poor sanitation and hygiene practices in Kitale Municipality. The descriptive cross-sectional study design be used. Stratified random sampling be used to select students (385) and teachers (40) to participate in FGDs. Study tools used were observational checklist and structured questionnaires. Data analysis was performed using SPSS version 26. Descriptive statistics including mean and cross tabulations were used. Pearson’s Chi-square test was used to determine relationships between the variables. P values of 0.05 or less be considered to be significant. Data was collected using structured questionnaires, interviews, and observations to assess the cleanliness of facilities and identify factors contributing to poor sanitation and hygiene practices. Additionally, the study investigated the prevalence of common diseases associated with inadequate sanitation and hygiene among pupils in these schools.
Objectives: The objectives of the study are threefold. Firstly, it assessed the cleanliness of facilities in public secondary schools within Kitale Municipality. This included evaluating the availability and functionality of toilets, handwashing facilities, waste management systems, and overall cleanliness of the school environment. Secondly, the study sought to identify the factors that affect sanitation and hygiene in these schools, such as infrastructure limitations, inadequate water supply, and lack of awareness or education on proper hygiene practices. Lastly, the research identified common diseases related to poor sanitation and hygiene that affect pupils, providing insights into the health implications of inadequate sanitation in schools.
Keywords Assessment, Sanitation , Hygiene, Public secondary school, Sanitary facilities, Kitale Municipality, Standard sanitation and hygiene,
Field Sociology > Health
Published In Volume 6, Issue 4, July-August 2024
Published On 2024-07-03
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i04.24030
Short DOI https://doi.org/gt3nf5
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