A Proposal on the Effectiveness of Enforcing Face Mask Usage in Curbing Covid-19 Spread in Ojo Barracks

A Proposal on the Effectiveness of Enforcing Face Mask Usage in Curbing Covid-19 Spread in Ojo Barracks

Objective of the study

The following objectives will be assessed;

1. To ascertain how useful is facemask in curbing covid19 in Ojo barracks
2. To ascertain whether face mask alone is sufficient to provide an adequate level of protection against covid19 in Ojo barracks
3. To find out the reaction of people of Ojo barracks in using of face mask against covid19

REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

Mask management

For any type of mask, appropriate use, storage and cleaning, or disposal are essential to ensure that they are as effective as possible and to avoid any increased risk of transmission. Adherence to correct mask management practices varies, reinforcing the need for appropriate messaging. WHO provides the following guidance on the correct use of masks:

• Perform hand hygiene before putting on the mask.
• Inspect the mask for tears or holes, and do not use a damaged mask.
• Place the mask carefully, ensuring it covers the mouth and nose, adjust to the nose bridge and tie it securely to minimize any gaps between the face and the mask. If using ear loops, ensure these do not cross over as this widens the gap between the face and the mask.
• Avoid touching the mask while wearing it. If the mask is accidently touched, perform hand hygiene.
• Remove the mask using the appropriate technique. Do not touch the front of the mask, but rather untie it from behind.
• Replace the mask as soon as it becomes damp with a new clean, dry mask.
• Either discard the mask or place it in a clean plastic resealable bag where it is kept until it can be washed and cleaned. Do not store the mask around the arm or wrist or pull it down to rest around the chin or neck.
• Perform hand hygiene immediately afterward discarding a mask.
• Do not re-use single-use mask.
• Discard single-use masks after each use and properly dispose of them immediately upon removal.
• Do not remove the mask to speak.
• Do not share your mask with others.
• Wash fabric masks in soap or detergent and preferably hot water (at least 60° Centigrade/140° Fahrenheit) at least once a day. If it is not possible to wash the masks in hot water, then wash the mask in soap/detergent and room temperature water, followed by boiling the mask for 1 minute.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODOLOGY

The researcher used descriptive research survey design in building up this project work. The choice of this research design was considered appropriate because of its advantages of identifying attributes of a large population from a group of individuals. The design was suitable for the study as the study sought to examine the effectiveness of enforcing face mask usage in curbing covid19 spreading in Ojo barracks

METHOD OF DATA ANALYSIS

The researcher will employ oral and direct interview in administering this research questions. Responses from the respondents were needed unlike questionnaires, which is less rewarding due to late receipt and loss of responses from respondents. The method of data analysis used by the researcher is the chi-square. More so, percentage and degrees of the responses will also be used in the analysis. Here, the ratio of those whose responses were not in the affirmative will be found and conclusions will be drawn there upon.  Representations of the level of responses will be made in tabular form.

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