An Assessment of the Handling and Management of Waste Oil by Local Mechanics in Ghana

This dataset presents primary survey data collected from local automobile mechanics in Accra, Ghana, focusing on waste lubricant oil (WLO) handling, disposal practices, knowledge levels, regulatory gaps, and enabling conditions. The data were collected using a structured questionnaire administered in person across several informal mechanic clusters. The dataset contributes to understanding environmental health risks, informal-sector waste governance, and barriers to sustainable waste oil management practices.Files Included1. Data on Waste Lubricant Oil Management _Accra.xlsxContains raw, coded responses from all survey participants.Each row = one respondent (anonymous).Each column = questionnaire variable.2. Questionnaire.docxThe full survey instrument used for data collection.Includes all demographic questions, Likert-scale items, and thematic sections.Ethical StatementParticipation was voluntary and anonymous.No names, phone numbers, or identifiable information were recorded.Respondents provided verbal consent before participation.Data are suitable for open-access publication