COVID'19: ROLE OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH OFFICERS IN BELOW ORGANIZATION

COVID'19: ROLE OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH OFFICERS IN BELOW ORGANIZATION

Environmental Health Officers are responsible for carrying out measures for protecting public health, including administering and enforcing legislation related to environmental health and providing support to minimize health and safety hazards.

1. HOSPITAL- immunization and management of biomedical and hazardous waste to prevent spreading of communicable and pandemic disease such as Ebola, Coronavirus, Spain Flu etc

2. PORT- Prevention of transborder diseases transmission(vaccination) and fumigation and issuance of certificate of health.

3. COMMUNITY- community diagnosis, situation analysis and community mobilization, Sensitization and Sanitation, Health Education to Prevent Spreading of Disease

4.INDUSTRY- occupational health and safety.

5.ABATTOIR- control measures against zoonosis.

6. RESIDENTIAL PREMISES INSPECTION- detection of nuisance(s) and their abatement.

7.COMMUNITY PREMISES INSPECTION- prevention of food borne diseases

8. WATER FACTORY- prevention of water related diseases.

9. MARKET- General anestheic and prevention of filthy environment related diseases.

10. INSTITUTIONS- school children saftey and prevention of accident.

11. IDP's Camp- disaster management
12. PROJECT ESTABLISHMENT- impact assessment

13. AGRICULTURE- pest and vector management.

Preventive Healthcare in Oyo State: The Urgent Need for More Environmental Health Officers in the state

Prevention is Better and Cheaper than Cure: Why Oyo State Needs More Environmental Health Officers for a Healthier Life Building a Healthier Future: Why Oyo State Needs More Environmental Health Officers In recent years, the concept of preventive healthcare has gained significant attention, particularly in developing regions like Oyo State. The saying "prevention is better than cure" has never been more relevant. As diseases and environmental hazards continue to evolve, the need for proactive approaches to health has become essential. One of the most effective ways to achieve this is by strengthening the presence of Environmental Health Officers (EHOs) in Oyo State. The Role of Environmental Health Officers Environmental Health Officers play a critical role in safeguarding public health. They are trained professionals responsible for ensuring that environments—both urban and rural—are free from hazards that can compromise the health of residents. Their duties range from ins...

Oluyole Constituency Road Project Faces Criticism as Residents Share Evidence of Delays

Construction of Odo-Ona Elewe Road Flagged Off, but Residents Claim Otherwise Road construction flag off in 2020 The long-anticipated construction of the Odo-Ona Elewe-Idi-Iroko-Olugbemi Adewole (Liberty Academy) Road in Oluyole Federal Constituency, Oyo State , was officially flagged off on the 15th of April, 2020. This announcement came via Team #TASK on the official Instagram page of Hon. Tolulope Akande-Sadipe, a member of the Federal House of Representatives, representing the Oluyole constituency. According to Team TASK , the project is being carried out by the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency ( FERMA ) in partnership with MESSRS NDAGRE NIGERIA LIMITED . The project, when completed, is expected to significantly improve road access for residents and boost economic activities in the area. Present Situation of the Road However, despite this official announcement, some residents in the area have voiced concerns over the status of the road project. They claim that the road remains unfi...

Oyo SUBEB Unveils Names of Newly Recruited Teachers and Caregivers

SUBEB has officially released the names of 5,600 newly recruited primary school teachers and 80 caregivers. The Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has officially released the names of 5,600 newly recruited primary school teachers and 80 caregivers, marking a significant milestone in the state's educational reforms. Speaking in Ibadan, SUBEB Chairman Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran disclosed that the recruitment list received full approval from Governor Seyi Makinde. The first batch of successful applicants emerged from a recent recruitment exercise conducted by OYOSUBEB. To check their status, applicants are advised to visit the job portal at www.jobportal.oyostate.gov.ng . According to Dr. Adeniran, the list will be available on the portal starting Saturday, November 23, 2024. The newly engaged teachers and caregivers will undergo a verification exercise at the Board's headquarters, with dates and other relevant details to be announced soon. Dr. Adeniran emphasized...

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