Gerenciamento de resíduos químicos: estudo-caso em hospital de ensino localizado no município do Rio de Janeiro

Abstract

One of the problems in health care facilities is the increase in the consumption of medical products and materials and therefore the volume of waste to be discarded. Many chemicals and pharmaceuticals used in these establishments generate hazardous waste that poses a risk to human health and the environment. Thus, it is important to develop preventive and corrective actions to manage these residues in the search for safe solutions for their disposal. This work aims to analyze the practices of chemical waste management in a teaching hospital in the city of Rio de Janeiro. The methodological approach consists of a qualitative and descriptive research, using the case study in the hospital environment as the object of the investigation. Among the methodological procedures adopted, we have: bibliographical review, documentary research, field observations and photographic records. Thus, we seek to cooperate and support the reformulation of the chemical waste management program of this establishment in accordance with current legislation.