Global Journal of Science Frontier Research, D: Agriculture and Veterinary, Volume 23 Issue 4

Fig 3.3: How Mothers Manage their used Diapers in Chitungwiza Table 3.3 and Fig 3.3 show results on how mothers manage used diapers in Chitungwiza. The various methods used for disposal include Burning, Throwing diapers at illegal dumpsites, Waste bins and Burying them. The bar graph shows that 32.5% of the targeted population burry their soiled diapers. 25% of the population dispose of their diapers at illegal dumpsites This was mainly attributed by poor municipality services which have led to open dumping. Out of the 40 respondents 22.5% burn the diapers, however, burning of diaper waste by residence is mainly attributed to ignorance and also irregular waste collection by the municipality. The open burning practices reduce the volumes of diaper waste but it also actually promotes health hazards to the public through inhalation of smoke and odour. Hazardous toxins like furan and dioxin are also produced when there is incomplete combustion on diaper waste. Residents tend to use paraffin, methylated spirit and diesel as catalyst to burn diapers because it is difficult to burn in their wet condition with faeces. Therefore, burning of paraffin and other fuel increase the number of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere leading to global warming. Moreover, dioxin and furan are the deadliest toxins that can be produced when there is incomplete combustion. [4] Also commented that carbon monoxide and chlorine are the greenhouse gasses generated when disposable diapers are incinerated and open burning of refuse pose health risk of inhalation of smoke and odour. Ashes may be leached to the ground or dispersed by wind which results in respiratory problems and water contamination by toxics. Lastly 20% dispose the diapers in waste bins. c) Why do you Prefer Diapers to Nappies Table 3.4: Diapers vs Cloth Nappies Frequency Percent Valid Percent Cumulative Percent Valid Easy 22 55.0 55.0 55.0 Affordable 7 17.5 17.5 72.5 Saves water 11 27.5 27.5 100.0 Total 40 100.0 100.0 Global Journal of Science Frontier Research ( D ) XXIII Issue IV Version I Year 2023 23 © 2023 Global Journals Production of Rape ( Brassica Napus L ) Under Diaper Waste-Moisture Conservation Field Technology