“IMPACT ASSESSMENT OF SANITARY LANDFILL
IMPACT IN DUMALAGAN, BUTUAN CITY”
Dear Residents,
This thesis study intends to evaluate the socio-economic and environmental
impact of the sanitary landfill impact on the nearby residents of Dumalagan, Butuan
City. This study's findings are expected to yield meaningful input for
lawmakers, local government officials, and future researchers working in the waste
management and landfill operations sector in the Philippines. By answering this
survey questionnaire, it is a huge help to us in making this thesis study possible and
can it may be a good reference to future researchers.
-The
Researchers
Respondent Information:
Name (Optional):
Age:
Gender:
Purok:
Occupation:
Years of Residency:
Instruction:
Please read each question carefully and put check ( ) in the corresponding
box that best reflects your opinion or experience.
I. Sanitary Landfill Location and Geographical Features
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5)
Strongly Disagre Neutra Agre Strongl
Disagree e l e y
Agree
1. The landfill is located away
from residential area.
2. The landfill is located away
from water bodies or water
source.
3. The landfill is properly
secured to prevent
unauthorized access. (e.g
garbage scalper).
4. The landfill is properly
managed to ensure the
pest, insects are controlled
(e.g flies).
5. The Landfill is in adequate
distance to avoid the
spread of foul odor to the
residents.
6. The access road to landfill
pass through residential
houses.
7. I am aware of the total
area and the components
of the sanitary landfill.
II. Awareness of the Residents
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5)
Strongl Disagre Neutral Agree Strongl
y e y Agree
Disagre
e
1. I have been informed
about the construction and
operation of a landfill in
the area.
2. I am aware that the Local
Government Unit (LGU) or
CENRO has conducted
informative programs on
generating Sanitary
Landfill in the operating
area.
3. I am aware that the Local
Government Unit (LGU)
has presented a closure
mechanism program of
Sanitary Landfill
4. I am aware of the issues
associated with landfills.
5. I am aware of the schedule
for garbage collection in
our barangay.
6. I am aware that the landfill
only accepts residual
waste.
7. I am aware of the
operation hours of the
landfill.
8. I am aware that the landfill
management strictly
imposed waste
segregation. landfill
management practices.
9. I am aware that the local
media broadcast public
service announcements
about the safety and
hygiene of the landfill.
10.I am aware of the
operation hours of the
landfill.
III. Environmental
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5)
Strongl Disagre Neutra Agree Strongl
y e l y Agree
Disagre
e
1. There is evidence of
mitigating measures by the
local government to reduce
environmental impacts.
2. The adverse significant
changes in the plants or
wildlife in the area.
3. The trees and other
vegetation around the
landfill are slowly growing.
4. The trees and other
vegetation around the
landfill are slowly
deteriorating.
5. The presence of the
sanitary landfill affects the
aesthetics of the
surroundings/environment.
6. The machines and
equipment used in the
operation produce
disturbing noise to the
residents
7. The sanitary landfill
impacted the health of
your family or community
members.
8. The sanitary landfill caused
any social conflicts or
tensions within the
community.
9. The presence of the landfill
has resulted in an increase
in stray animals roaming
around and scavenging for
food.
10.The presence of a sanitary
landfill makes the residents
nearby prone to pest
infection.
IV. Economical
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5)
Strongl Disagre Neutral Agree Strongl
y e y Agree
Disagre
e
1. The Sanitary Landfill
Created employment
opportunities for the
residents.
2. The community has
financial gain with the
sanitary landfill.
3. The LGU or Government of
Butuan hired workers for
the Sanitary Landfill from
the local community.
4. The operation of the landfill
influenced the daily life or
activities of the residents.
5. The presence of the
sanitary landfill affected
valuable properties of the
residents in the area.
6. Residents have spent extra
money for pest control due
to infestations linked to the
landfill.
7. The local government has
established financial
incentives programs for
eco-friendly businesses.
8. Landfill operations have
increased the number of
waste management and
recycling businesses.
9. The cost of healthcare
services has increased
because of illnesses
caused by landfills.
