Abstract
The study was aimed to assess the factors influencing waste generation in buildings project in southwestern, Nigeria. The study randomly sampled 261 professionals through a questionnaire survey. Tables and figures were used to present the collected data and ranking and percentage were used to analyze the data collected. It was revealed that Design (Frequent design changes and poor design) lack of early contractor involvement, last-minute client requirement, engagement of inexperience designer, undefined project brief, poor design quality are the most important factors that influence l waste generation during buildings project. It was recommended that site operatives and craft men should be equipped with waste minimization knowledge, they should carry along in every management decision regarding waste management plan development as a major player on sites.
Highlights
Waste is generated in all the building project phases [1]
This study was conducted by the use of a structured questionnaire and a field survey to examine the factors influencing the wastage in buildings project across southwestern state in Nigeria
Section A sought to know the general particulars of the respondents, section B was focused on information related to wastage variation of Building materials, while section C include list of factors that causes Wastage of material on site
Summary
The waste generated contribute to environmental problems [2]. The waste generated has instigated serious problems both locally and globally. This is generated due to such factors as construction preparation, site preparation, material damage, material use, over-purchased, and human error [5]. Certain types of wastes are not found. Liquid waste such as asbestos and lead, paint and kerosene, hazardous materials such as food waste, tires and residue containers are some of the materials. The buildings are located at the heart of all our needs for water, energy, and materials, but at the same time, there is a waste
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