Efficient use of energy in processing plants is one of the ways of reducing production costs. Among the existing tools, pinch analysis presents opportunities for process design engineers to have an integrative approach to ...

Evidence from research data considers the total waste generated in the city of Nairobi to be approximately 3,000 tons/day. The rate of solid waste generation is far greater than the capacity of the City authorities to ...

There is an inherent risk of injury, fatality or ill health in all occupations. The nature of the construction industry combined with the required physical demands and rigorous work processes, make it an industry that faces ...

Indicators of safety and health at work provide the framework for assessing extents to which workers are protected from work-related hazards and risks. These include indicators of outcome, capacity, capability, and activities. ...

Biodiesel is considered a suitable substitute to petroleum diesel because it is renewable, environment-friendly, and has a low carbon footprint. However, operation of a diesel engine with biodiesel has a few shortcomings, ...

Removal of pollutants from contaminated water is a necessary measure in protection of the environment and human health. The use of biomaterials for removal of heavy metal from polluted water is eco-friendly and economical ...

People who spend too much time being sedentary are more likely to develop musculoskeletal disorders and other non- communicable diseases (NCDs). This health risk is likely to increase with increasing sedentary office setting ...

In modern workstations, safety has been given priority to safeguard the well being of employees and structures therein. The recent outburst of flames in petrol depots has raised a lot of concern to all stake holders. Petrol ...

The extraordinary growth of waste globally is an indicator that creating waste, rather than reducing it is more popular. The amount of money spent in disposing of the waste generated, dwarfs the amount spent to reduce it. ...

Workplace is a significant contributor to disease, injury and fatalities. This study investigated the status and performance of workplace health and safety information system in Nairobi Province, Kenya. The study was ...