The impact of in-efficient diagnosis of vehicles by mechanics on the environment

Abstract

The aim of the study is to assess the general knowledge of Technicians and Mechanics in the Automobile repair sector in Diagnosing Electronics managed Vehicles in the Tamale Metropolis .The research questions were based on the levels of understanding of the systems by Mechanics in Diagnosing Electronics managed Vehicles in order to reduce its effects on the Environment. The descriptive survey design was used for the study. The sample of 60 comprised of Managers and Mechanics, randomly selected from the Tamale Metropolis. The data was analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS v16).The study revealed that, majority of the Mechanics and the Workshop Managers had formal Education, percentages (n=28, 46.7%) and lack modern diagnostic equipments and training on how to use the Diagnostic Equipments and the Effects of pollution as result of their activities on the Environment. Majority (n39, 65%) agreed that the Government and the Trade Union should organize this training for them. Based on the findings, it was recommended that, Mechanics who are trainable need skill training periodically to help them to upgrade their skills to reduce this canker.