AN INVESTIGATION INTO MATERIALWASTAGEAND THEIRRECYCLING PROCESSONCONSTRUCTION SITE.

The construction industry plays a vital role in economic development but is also one of the largest contributors to material wastage, which often results in increased project costs, environmental degradation, and resource depletion. This study investigate material wastage on construction sites with specific emphasis on the types of material wastage, causes of material wastage and the method of recycling employed. Data were collected through questionnaires administered to construction professionals, supported by secondary source from relevant literature's and journals. The findings revealed that the common type of wastage on construction sites include concrete, blocks, nails, stone. The major causes identified is theft. Furthermore the recycling processes adopted to minimize such losses include sorting, segregation, crushing and reuse. The research concludes that effective material management, structured recycling programs and increased awareness are vital to reducing material and promoting sustainable construction practices. It recommended training and capacity building, adoption of recycling and reuse practice, strengthened policy and regulatory framework, use of technology amd innovation, effective supervision and monitoring, future research into mainstream construction practice to promote sustainable development