No.

FACTORS

Chi-Squared Value

1

Architects (consultants) do not specify them for building projects

0.287

2

Lack of bamboo processing companies in Ghana

0.023

3

Insufficient cooperation from government

0.028

4

Problem of social acceptability (bamboo is considered for the poor)

0.032

5

Limited knowledge of bamboo and lack of expertise to use it

0.049

6

Lack of knowledge in bamboo detailing

0.047

7

Lack of management skill in the use of bamboo

0.041

8

Poor processing techniques in Ghana

0.041

9

Highly susceptible to fire

0.043

10

Less durable if not treated for permanent use

0.005

11

Treated bamboo is expensive

0.012

12

Not readily available

0.001

13

Competition with other building materials

0.002